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Audio system

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System channel configurationiMaker-stated channel layout of the exact package, such as 5.1.2. This can include virtual channels. It is not a count of physical drivers. Optional speakers do not count.

5.1.21Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Configuration 5.1.2 in the maker audio specification.

7.1.21Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Maker-advertised standalone 7.1.2 sound layout. It is not a physical-driver count.

Physical drivers in the packageiCount of physical active speaker drivers across the supplied bar, subwoofer and rear speakers. Passive radiators, microphones and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

111Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 202611 drivers facing in different directions per the maker: 2 rear-facing subwoofers, 2 midwoofers, 2 tweeters and 5 full-range drivers. 4 passive radiators are not counted. No separate subwoofer or rear speakers are supplied.

91Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Complete standalone package contains only the bar. Five active tweeters and four active woofers total nine.

Physical drivers in the bariCount of physical active speaker drivers in the soundbar alone. Passive radiators and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

111Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Same 11 drivers. All are in the bar.

91Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Five tweeters and four woofers. Passive parts are not counted.

Up-firing drivers in the packageiPhysical active drivers explicitly firing upwards across the supplied package. Virtual height channels and passive radiators do not count. A driver that fires upwards only when the bar is wall mounted is not counted.

21Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Maker page: up-firing tweeters project sound overhead. The spec table lists 2 tweeters of 0.8 in.

21Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Driver layoutiPublished physical driver layout for the supplied components. A row names one driver type in one component. Do not translate channel count into driver count.

AMarshall Heston 120

Component	Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)	Orientation
Soundbar	Full-range driver	5	50.8	Not available
Soundbar	Midwoofer	2	76.2	Not available
Soundbar	Tweeter	2	20.32	Up-firing
Soundbar	Subwoofer, 2 in x 5 in	2	Not available	Rear-facing

Source1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Spec table: subwoofers 2 x 2 in by 5 in, midwoofers 2 x 3 in, tweeters 2 x 0.8 in, full range 5 x 2 in. Inch sizes are converted exactly. The page says the subwoofers face the rear and the tweeters fire up. The midwoofers are described as optimized for lateral sound and side-firing drivers reflect sound off the walls, so their direction is not stored.

BSonos Beam Ultra

Component	Driver type	Count	Orientation
Soundbar	Mid tweeter	1	Forward-firing
Soundbar	Horn-loaded mid tweeter	2	Side-firing
Soundbar	Horn-loaded tweeter	2	Up-firing
Soundbar	Low-profile woofer	4	Not available

Source1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Audio specs: one forward mid tweeter, two side horn mid tweeters, two upward horn tweeters and four low-profile woofers. Diameters are unpublished.

Separate subwoofer includediA separate powered subwoofer is supplied with the reference package. A built-in woofer does not count.

No1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Two built-in rear-facing subwoofers and four passive radiators. A SUB OUT port connects an optional active subwoofer.

No1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Complete box contents. External subwoofer is optional.

Included subwoofer connectioniAudio link used by the supplied separate subwoofer. Wireless subwoofers can still require an AC power cable.

Not available

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Included subwoofer driver diameteriPublished diameter of an active driver in the supplied separate subwoofer. Do not use enclosure size or passive radiator size.

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Rear speakers includediCount of separate rear speaker enclosures supplied with the reference package. Detachable bar ends count when usable as rears. Optional rear speakers do not count.

01Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026No rear speakers are in the box.

01Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Complete box contents. Optional Sonos surround pairs are not supplied.

Included rear speaker connectioniAudio link to the supplied rear speaker enclosures. Their power connection is separate.

Not available

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Detachable rear speakersiThe bar has supplied detachable end sections usable as separate rear speakers.

No1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026The bar has no detachable end sections.

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Compatible optional subwoofersiMaker-named compatible additional subwoofer models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

Heston Sub 2001Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026The maker sells Heston 120 together with Heston Sub 200 as a bundle. The page also says SUB OUT takes an active subwoofer.

Sub (Gen 1), Sub (Gen 2), Sub (Gen 3), Sub 4, Sub Mini11Maker product pagesupport.sonos.com/en-us/article/set-up-your-sonos-subRead 8 October 2026Sub 1/2/3 compatible with all Sonos theater bars. Sub 4 except Playbar/Playbase. Dual-Sub Beam Ultra requires Sub 4/Gen 3. Sub Mini confirmed separately.12Maker product pagesupport.sonos.com/en-us/article/sonos-products-that-support-sub-miniRead 8 October 2026Explicit Home Theater list includes Beam Ultra for Sub Mini.

Compatible optional rear speakersiMaker-named compatible additional rear speaker models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

Not available

Era 100, Era 300, Sonos Play, Move 21Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Product page explicitly names Sonos Play and Move 2, and offers Era 100 sets. Maker Beam Ultra guide additionally names Era 300. Matching pairs required.5Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/blog/guide-to-beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Foundation of home theater setup names optional Era 100 and Era 300 pairs.

Total RMS audio output poweriMaker-stated RMS or rated continuous amplifier output for the exact supplied package. Peak or unspecified maximum claims do not qualify. Distortion, load and rating conditions belong in the source note. Power consumption is separate.

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Total peak audio output poweriMaker-stated peak or maximum amplifier output for the exact supplied package. This is separate from RMS or continuous output and from electrical consumption. Rating conditions belong in the source note.

150W1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Total audio power output 150 W (Peak). The same table lists 11 class D amplifiers, 2 x 50 W and 9 x 30 W, which add up to more than 150 W. The maker does not explain the difference, so only the stated peak total is stored. No RMS figure is published.

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Published frequency response lower limitiMaker-published lower limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note. Reviewer extension measurements are separate.

40Hz1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Frequency range 40 Hz to 20 kHz. Tolerance is not stated. Maximum sound pressure level is stated as 95 dB and is not stored.

Not available

Published frequency response upper limitiMaker-published upper limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note.

20kHz1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026

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Audio formats

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Dolby AtmosiExplicit support for Dolby Atmos playback. Transport codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Specific audio format list supports Dolby Digital Plus Atmos without an eARC asterisk. Lossless TrueHD and MAT require eARC. The generic product headline says eARC, while maker setup guidance confirms ARC Atmos.6Maker product pagesupport.sonos.com/en-us/article/set-up-your-sonos-beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Listen to Dolby Atmos on Beam Ultra explicitly says an HDMI ARC link can carry Atmos.

DTS:XiExplicit support for DTS:X playback. Virtual surround processing alone does not establish DTS:X decoding.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Immersive audio formats supported: Dolby Atmos, DTS-X. The page FAQ says both Dolby Atmos and DTS:X are supported.

No13Reviewwhathifi.com/tv-home-cinema/soundbars/sonos-beam-ultra-soundbarRead 8 October 2026Review explicitly says no DTS:X.

Supported audio formatsiAudio formats explicitly decoded by the device. Codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes. Bluetooth codecs and music-file formats are separate.

Dolby Atmos, DTS:X1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Only the immersive formats are listed. Other decoded formats are not published.

Stereo PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS Digital Surround, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos (Dolby Digital Plus), Dolby Atmos (Dolby TrueHD), Dolby TrueHD, Multichannel PCM, Dolby Multichannel PCM, Dolby Atmos (Dolby MAT)7Maker product pagesupport.sonos.com/en-us/article/supported-home-theater-audio-formatsRead 8 October 2026DTS Digital Surround is supported, not DTS:X. The maker says DTS listing is not an indication of a licensed decoder.

Audio formats by connectioniExplicitly supported audio decoding combinations. Max input channels counts decoded input audio channels, including LFE. A 5.1 layout has 6 channels and 7.1 has 8. Output speaker layouts and Atmos objects do not count. Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus and over Dolby TrueHD are separate rows. Format support on one input does not prove support on another.

AMarshall Heston 120

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BSonos Beam Ultra

Connection	Format
HDMI ARC	Stereo PCM
HDMI ARC	Dolby Digital
HDMI ARC	DTS Digital Surround
HDMI ARC	Dolby Digital Plus
HDMI ARC	Dolby Atmos (Dolby Digital Plus)
HDMI eARC	Stereo PCM
HDMI eARC	Dolby Digital
HDMI eARC	DTS Digital Surround
HDMI eARC	Dolby Digital Plus
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos (Dolby Digital Plus)
HDMI eARC	Dolby TrueHD
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos (Dolby TrueHD)
HDMI eARC	Multichannel PCM
HDMI eARC	Dolby Multichannel PCM
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos (Dolby MAT)

Source7Maker product pagesupport.sonos.com/en-us/article/supported-home-theater-audio-formatsRead 8 October 2026Exact Beam Ultra list supports DD+ Atmos over ARC or eARC. TrueHD, multichannel PCM and MAT require eARC. Optional optical-adapter combinations are omitted.

Music file formatsiPublished local or network music-file playback formats. Playback route and app restrictions belong in source notes.

Not available

MP3, MP4, M4A, WMA, AAC, HE-AAC, OGG, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF, WAV8Maker product pagesupport.sonos.com/en-us/article/supported-audio-formats-for-sonos-music-libraryRead 8 October 2026Current-app local network library playback, mono or stereo.

Max wired audio sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported sample rate for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify. A chipset limit is not device evidence.

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Max music file sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file sample rate. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

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48kHz8Maker product pagesupport.sonos.com/en-us/article/supported-audio-formats-for-sonos-music-libraryRead 8 October 202648 kHz maximum for local music-library route. Not a claim for all HDMI input formats.

Max wired audio bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported bit depth for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify.

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Max music file bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file bit depth. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

Not available

24bits8Maker product pagesupport.sonos.com/en-us/article/supported-audio-formats-for-sonos-music-libraryRead 8 October 202624-bit FLAC/ALAC through local library. WAV and AIFF limited to 16 bits.

Connectivity

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Ports on the bariPhysical connectors on the soundbar alone. Record input, output, ARC or eARC, service, subwoofer and power roles explicitly. Count identical connectors per row. Component connectors are described in source notes.

AMarshall Heston 120

Connector	Count	Version	Role
HDMI	1	2.1	HDMI 1 (TV), video output and eARC or ARC audio return
HDMI	1	2.1	HDMI 2 (IN), external source routed through HDMI 1 to the TV
RCA	2	Not available	Stereo audio input, left and right
Subwoofer	1	Not available	SUB OUT for an external active subwoofer, RCA mono
USB-C	1	Not available	Power output, 5 V 500 mA
Ethernet	1	10/100 Mbps	LAN
AC power	1	Not available	Mains power input

Source2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7wNRKI8QhxTx6kluKdqS06/505538018c1a16d4470773b76fb7ea16/Marshall_Heston_120_OLM_2.pdfRead 13 October 2026Back panel: LAN, HDMI 2 (IN), HDMI 1 (TV / EARC / ARC), USB-C power output 5 V/500 mA, RCA input left and right, SUB OUT, mains power input. There is no optical input.

BSonos Beam Ultra

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	1	TV audio return input (ARC/eARC)
USB-C	1	Line-in or Ethernet via optional Sonos adapter
AC power	1	Mains power input

Source1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026One HDMI audio return port, one USB-C and one AC input. Ethernet needs the separately sold Combo Adapter. No built-in RJ45 speed is stored.

HDMI ARC

Yes2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7wNRKI8QhxTx6kluKdqS06/505538018c1a16d4470773b76fb7ea16/Marshall_Heston_120_OLM_2.pdfRead 13 October 2026HDMI 1 (TV / EARC / ARC).

Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

HDMI eARC

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026HDMI spec: HDMI 2.1 eARC. HDMI 1 (TV / eARC / ARC) is the TV connection.

Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

HDMI-CEC

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Yes6Maker product pagesupport.sonos.com/en-us/article/set-up-your-sonos-beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026TV voice control requires ARC/eARC with HDMI-CEC enabled. Optical adapter disables CEC TV power commands.

HDMI video passthroughiCan pass video from a dedicated HDMI source input to a television output. ARC or eARC alone does not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026

No13Reviewwhathifi.com/tv-home-cinema/soundbars/sonos-beam-ultra-soundbarRead 8 October 2026Review explicitly says no dedicated HDMI source input or passthrough.

Video passthrough modesiPublished supported passthrough combinations, not inferred maxima at untested resolutions. State chroma, bit depth, HDR and firmware restrictions in source notes.

AMarshall Heston 120

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)
3840	2160	120

Source1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026HDMI spec: 4K 120 Hz. Chroma, bit depth and HDR combinations are not published.

BSonos Beam Ultra

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HDR passthrough formats

Dolby Vision1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026HDMI spec: Supports Dolby Vision. Other HDR formats are not listed.

Not available

VRR passthrough

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ALLM passthrough

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HDCP versioniHighest HDCP version the maker states for an HDMI port of the soundbar, such as 2.3. When the source inputs and the TV output differ, the source input version is stored. A bar with no HDMI input stores the version of its TV output, also when that output carries video from a built-in streaming player.

1.41Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026HDMI spec: HDCP 1.4.

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Bluetooth audio inputiCan receive audio from a Bluetooth source. A Bluetooth remote alone does not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Bluetooth versioniPublished version of the soundbar audio connection. An optional remote or detachable rear can use a different version.

5.31Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026

5.31Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Bluetooth audio codecsiExplicitly supported codecs for received Bluetooth audio. A Bluetooth version alone does not establish a codec.

SBC, AAC, LC31Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Codecs row lists SBC, LC3, AAC and further formats. Only the Bluetooth codecs are stored. The press release says Bluetooth LE audio with Auracast is available.

Not available

Wi-Fi

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Wi-Fi standardiPublished Wi-Fi standards for the soundbar, written as 802.11 names without IEEE, such as "802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax". A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is "802.11ac" and Wi-Fi 6 is "802.11ax". Do not infer the standard from frequency bands.

802.11ax1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Wireless connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 6. Bands are not published.

802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Wi-Fi bandsiPublished radio bands, such as 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

Not available

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Built-in Ethernet speediRated speed of the built-in port. An optional adapter does not count.

100Mbps1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Ethernet spec: 10 / 100 MBit.

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Streaming and control

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Streaming protocolsiNamed network playback protocols, such as AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect. Bluetooth is separate.

AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026

AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect13Reviewwhathifi.com/tv-home-cinema/soundbars/sonos-beam-ultra-soundbarRead 8 October 2026Tech specs identifies Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect. Maker supports AirPlay 2.

Voice assistantsiNamed assistants supported by the soundbar. Built-in and external-device routes and market restrictions belong in source notes.

Not available

Sonos Voice Control1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Sonos Voice Control supported now. Alexa+ planned, not available at launch. No Google Assistant claim stored.6Maker product pagesupport.sonos.com/en-us/article/set-up-your-sonos-beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Only Sonos Voice Control currently supported. Alexa+ is planned and unavailable at launch.

Built-in microphoneiPhysical microphone in the bar for voice or calibration. An external setup phone or remote microphone does not count.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Microphones: 2 pieces used for room calibration.

Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Microphone mute controliA physical control on the soundbar explicitly disables its built-in voice microphone. State whether this is an electrical switch or software-controlled button when known.

Not available

Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Back physical switch disconnects microphone power.

Companion apps

Marshall1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026

Sonos1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Companion app platforms

Android, iOS2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7wNRKI8QhxTx6kluKdqS06/505538018c1a16d4470773b76fb7ea16/Marshall_Heston_120_OLM_2.pdfRead 13 October 2026The manual points to the Marshall app on Google Play and the App Store.

iOS, iPadOS, Android, Fire OS, macOS, Windows, Web9Maker product pagesupport.sonos.com/en-us/article/sonos-app-requirementsRead 8 October 2026Current mobile, desktop and web apps. Initial setup requires supported iOS or Android mobile device. Desktop and web lack some setup features.

Multiroom audioiCan play synchronised audio with other rooms through a supported network platform. Optional surround expansion alone does not qualify.

Not available

Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Remote includediA separate remote control supplied with the reference package. Phone apps and TV remotes do not count.

No2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7wNRKI8QhxTx6kluKdqS06/505538018c1a16d4470773b76fb7ea16/Marshall_Heston_120_OLM_2.pdfRead 13 October 2026No remote in the box. The manual says use the TV remote over eARC or the Marshall app.

No1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Complete box contents contain no separate remote control.

Sound processing

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Sound modes

Music, Movie, Night, Voice1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Movie, Voice, Music and Night modes.

AI Speech Enhancement, Night Sound, Simulated Overhead Sound1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Automatic room calibrationiExplicit acoustic measurement or analysis used to adapt playback to the room. Manual EQ alone does not qualify. Setup phone requirements belong in source notes.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026The page says the app uses room calibration. Two bar microphones are used.

Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Trueplay supports iOS and Android quick tuning. Advanced tuning uses a supported iOS device.

Room calibration system

Room correction2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7wNRKI8QhxTx6kluKdqS06/505538018c1a16d4470773b76fb7ea16/Marshall_Heston_120_OLM_2.pdfRead 13 October 2026Using room correction: app feature named Room correction.

Trueplay1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Dialogue enhancementiA dialogue or voice mode counts, also when the maker lists it as an EQ preset.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Voice mode makes dialogue clear.

Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Night mode

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Night mode lowers loud sounds and keeps softer details clear, per the manual.

Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Equalizer controlsiPublished user-adjustable EQ controls. Bass and treble controls are distinct from multi-band EQ.

Bass, Treble1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Bass and treble knob. The Marshall app adjusts EQ for more bass or treble. Band count is not published.

Bass, Treble, Loudness1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

TV speaker integrationiNamed features allowing compatible television speakers to play with the bar. TV models and connection requirements belong in source notes.

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Power

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Published operating poweriMaker-published operating electrical consumption of the soundbar alone. Included subwoofer and rear-speaker consumption do not count. Keep workload and method in source notes. Audio amplifier output is separate.

Not available

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Published standby poweriMaker-published non-networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Networked standby and other components are separate.

0.5W2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7wNRKI8QhxTx6kluKdqS06/505538018c1a16d4470773b76fb7ea16/Marshall_Heston_120_OLM_2.pdfRead 13 October 2026Power modes: low power mode, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth disabled, below 0.5 W. Stored as the 0.5 W upper bound.

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Published networked standby poweriMaker-published networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Enabled radio and network conditions belong in source notes.

2W2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7wNRKI8QhxTx6kluKdqS06/505538018c1a16d4470773b76fb7ea16/Marshall_Heston_120_OLM_2.pdfRead 13 October 2026Power modes: network standby below 2.0 W. Stored as the 2.0 W upper bound.

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Power supplyiPublished AC input range or external DC adapter arrangement. Electrical input ratings are not operating consumption.

Not available

100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, internal power supply1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Detachable rear battery lifeiMaker-stated runtime of the supplied detachable rear speakers. Volume, mode and recharge conditions belong in source notes.

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Detachable rear charge timeiMaker-stated full recharge time of supplied detachable rear speakers. Charging route belongs in source notes.

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Measured

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured lower extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold, mode, room correction and configuration belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured upper extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold and configuration belong in source notes.

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Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum sound pressure. Signal, distance, sound mode and supplied or optional speaker configuration belong in source notes.

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Frequency response deviation (measured)iReviewer-measured standard error against the stated target. Target, averaging range, preset and test method belong in source notes.

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Measured latencyiReviewer-measured audio latency. Keep source/TV, firmware, codec, synchronisation correction and exact tested speaker configuration in source notes. Negative offsets are valid when the method reports them.

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Operating power (measured)iReviewer-measured operating consumption of the soundbar alone. Optional or supplied external speakers do not count. Workload and enabled radio conditions belong in source notes.

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Standby power (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only standby consumption. Network state and test conditions belong in source notes.

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Soundbar weight (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only weight. Excludes subwoofer, rears, mounting hardware and cables.

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Dimensions and weight

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Soundbar dimensionsiBar alone in its normal tabletop orientation, without detachable rears, wall brackets or external cables. A source that includes detachable ends must use component_dimensions instead. A size labelled L x W x H, as on Amazon, is width x depth x height.

Width1,100Height76Depth145mm(43.3 × 3 × 5.7 in)1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 20262Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7wNRKI8QhxTx6kluKdqS06/505538018c1a16d4470773b76fb7ea16/Marshall_Heston_120_OLM_2.pdfRead 13 October 2026Physical unit table: width 1100 mm, height 76 mm, depth 145 mm. The product details block lists 1100 x 145 x 76 mm in width, depth, height order.

Width750Height63Depth105mm(29.5 × 2.5 × 4.1 in)2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosbeamultraRead 8 October 2026Specifications gives 750 x 63 x 105 mm (W x H x D). Shop and launch fact sheet instead give height 65 mm. Manual takes precedence.

Soundbar weightiBar alone, without detachable rears, subwoofer, wall brackets or external cables. Source-published masses including detachable ends belong in component_dimensions.

7,040g(15.5 lb)1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 20267040 g.

2,880g(6.3 lb)1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Published as 2.88 kg, converted exactly to grams.

Component dimensions and weightiPublished dimensions and mass for named supplied components, including a bar with detachable rears attached when stated. Each row describes one enclosure, not the pair, unless the component label explicitly states a set. Width, height and depth use normal installed orientation.

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Package dimensions

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Package weightiShipping package including supplied components and packaging.

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Wall mountable

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Compatible with the Heston 120 Wall Mount, sold separately.

Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

In the box

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In the box

Heston 120 TV soundbar, Quick start guide and legal and safety information, Mains lead, HDMI cable1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Box contents: Heston 120 TV soundbar, quick start guide and legal and safety information, mains lead, HDMI cable.

Sonos Beam Ultra, Power cable, HDMI cable, Setup guide, Legal and warranty information1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Wall mount hardware includediSupplied bar mounting brackets or mount. Screws alone do not establish that a complete mount is included.

No1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Wall mount is sold separately. The box contents list has none.

No1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Beam Ultra Wall Mount sold separately. Earlier Beam wall mounts are incompatible.

HDMI cable included

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Optical cable included

No2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7wNRKI8QhxTx6kluKdqS06/505538018c1a16d4470773b76fb7ea16/Marshall_Heston_120_OLM_2.pdfRead 13 October 2026No optical port and no optical cable in the box.

No1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

General

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Series

Heston1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026

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Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

10068871Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026The maker US page lists HESTON 120 BLACK as product 1006887. The default global black item is 1006888 and is not stored as this US model.

BMULTUS1BLK, BMULTUS11Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026Maker ProductGroup JSON-LD identifies US black and white standalone bar SKUs.

GTIN / EAN

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

20 May 20253Press releasegroup.marshall.com/2025/05/20/marshall-shakes-up-home-audio-with-the-debut-of-its-first-ever-tv-soundbar-introducing-heston-120Read 13 October 2026Maker release dated 20 May 2025. It says Heston 120 goes on sale from June 3 at Marshall.com.

1 September 20264Press releasenewsroom.sonos.com/269788-sonos-welcomes-beam-ultra-and-sonos-ace-ultra-to-its-systemRead 8 October 2026

Status

Available1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026The maker US page is live and orderable. The maker raised the US price after launch.

Available1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$999.994Press articleandroidcentral.com/accessories/audio/marshall-heston-120-launchRead 13 October 2026Launch report dated 20 May 2025: US price $999.99, tax not included. Tom's Guide gives $999 / £899. The maker later raised the US price to $1,299.99.

$6993Maker spec sheet (PDF)d21buns5ku92am.cloudfront.net/70256/documents/63884-1788262552-Sonos_Beam_Ultra_Fact_Sheet%20%281%29-d93386.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 2 Availability: $699 standalone launch MSRP, excluding US sales tax.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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€6993Maker spec sheet (PDF)d21buns5ku92am.cloudfront.net/70256/documents/63884-1788262552-Sonos_Beam_Ultra_Fact_Sheet%20%281%29-d93386.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 2 Availability: EUR 699 launch retail price including VAT as published.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US4Press articleandroidcentral.com/accessories/audio/marshall-heston-120-launchRead 13 October 2026US price and US product number.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026Colorways: Black.

Black, White1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Links

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Product page

www.marshall.com/us/en/product/heston-1201Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/heston-120Read 13 October 2026

www.sonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultra1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

Spec sheet

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d21buns5ku92am.cloudfront.net/70256/documents/63884-1788262552-Sonos_Beam_Ultra_Fact_Sheet%20%281%29-d93386.pdf3Maker spec sheet (PDF)d21buns5ku92am.cloudfront.net/70256/documents/63884-1788262552-Sonos_Beam_Ultra_Fact_Sheet%20%281%29-d93386.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Manual

assets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7wNRKI8QhxTx6kluKdqS06/505538018c1a16d4470773b76fb7ea16/Marshall_Heston_120_OLM_2.pdf2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7wNRKI8QhxTx6kluKdqS06/505538018c1a16d4470773b76fb7ea16/Marshall_Heston_120_OLM_2.pdfRead 13 October 2026

www.sonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosbeamultra1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-ultraRead 8 October 2026

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

2years5Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/policies/warrantyRead 13 October 2026US headphones and speakers policy: two-year limited warranty for purchases through marshall.com or an authorized US dealer. Other channels are excluded.

1year10Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/legal/terms-of-useRead 8 October 2026US new product manufacturer warranty, section 10(a), one year from original purchase. Statutory rights excluded.

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