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General

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Series

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

1006034, 10062621Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Marshall US product IDs in the page data. 1006034 is Black and Brass and 1006262 is Cream.5Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/marshall-middletonRead 10 October 2026Full specs table lists model number 1006034, the Black and Brass colour, and ASIN B0BTHL673V.

1007428, 1007429, 10096441Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026US store page. Product ids in the page data: 1007428 Black and Brass, 1007429 Cream and 1009644 Black and Brass sold on the US store. The EU stores sell 1007428.2Maker product pagemarshall.com/de/de/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026German store sells 1007428 Black and Brass and 1007429 Cream.

GTIN / EAN

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7340055404594, 7340055404617, 73400554203721Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026EAN values in the store page data: 1007428 is 7340055404594, 1007429 is 7340055404617, 1009644 is 7340055420372. Read from the German and US store pages.2Maker product pagemarshall.com/de/de/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026EAN 7340055404594 for 1007428 and 7340055404617 for 1007429 in the store page data.

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

31 January 20234Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/marshall-middleton-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review states the speaker was announced in January 2023.6Press releasegroup.marshall.com/2023/05/26/zound-introduces-the-latest-marshall-portable-speaker-the-middletonRead 10 October 2026Maker news post says the Middleton is available for purchase globally on marshallheadphones.com from January 31st. Tom's Guide says it was unveiled on 31 January 2023.7Press articletomsguide.com/news/marshall-brings-legendary-sound-in-a-new-rugged-take-anywhere-bluetooth-portableRead 10 October 2026News article says the Middleton was unveiled on 31 January 2023 and is on sale now.

1 July 20255Press releasegroup.marshall.com/2025/07/01/marshall-reveals-their-latest-portable-powerhouse-middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Press release dated 2025-07-01: Middleton II launches globally today on Marshall.com.

Status

Available1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026The US store lists the Cream colour as orderable on the accessed date. Black and Brass is listed as not orderable.

Available1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Offered for sale on the maker store in 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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Marshall Middleton10Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/bluetooth-speakers/marshall-middleton-ii-reviewRead 11 October 2026Tom's Guide calls the Middleton II the successor to the original Marshall Middleton.14Reviewengadget.com/audio/speakers/marshalls-new-middleton-ii-bluetooth-speaker-lasts-30-hours-between-charges-164354372.htmlRead 23 October 2026Engadget calls the Middleton II a direct replacement for the first-generation Middleton from 2023.

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.

Marshall Middleton II11Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/bluetooth-speakers/marshall-middleton-ii-reviewRead 23 October 2026Tom's Guide calls the Middleton II the successor to the original Marshall Middleton.12Reviewengadget.com/audio/speakers/marshalls-new-middleton-ii-bluetooth-speaker-lasts-30-hours-between-charges-164354372.htmlRead 23 October 2026Engadget calls the Middleton II a direct replacement for the first-generation Middleton from 2023.

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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.

$299.994Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/marshall-middleton-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review states an official price of $299.99, GBP 269.99 and AU$499. US market.

$329.991Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026US store price $329.99, before US sales tax. TechRadar gives the same list price at launch in July 2025.9Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/marshall-middleton-ii-reviewRead 11 October 2026List price $329.99 / 259.99 GBP / AU$499, released July 2025.

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.

€2995Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/marshall-middletonRead 10 October 2026Full specs table lists EU RRP EUR 299.8Press articlepocket-lint.com/marshall-launches-middleton-biggest-portable-speakerRead 10 October 2026Launch article published 31 January 2023 gives GBP 269, EUR 299 and USD 299. Trusted Reviews lists EU RRP EUR 299 and ComputerBase lists a list price of 299 euros. Price includes VAT as published.

€2992Maker product pagemarshall.com/de/de/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026German store price 299 EUR including VAT. Kopfhoerer.de reports the same 299 EUR launch price on 2025-07-01.8Press articlekopfhoerer.de/news/marshall-middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026News of 2025-07-01: available from 1 July 2025 for 299 EUR on marshall.com, retail from 15 July.

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

US1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026US store page priced in USD.

US1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026US store page and US launch price.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black and Brass, Cream1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Maker colorway names Black and Brass and Cream.

Black and Brass, Cream1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Colourways: Black and Brass, Cream.

Speaker typeiHome covers speakers made to stay in one place, including smart speakers. A speaker with Wi-Fi or a voice assistant can be of any type.

Portable1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Maker describes a portable speaker.

Portable1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Marshall lists it as a portable speaker.

Audio

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Audio channelsiSound channels reproduced by one speaker. Pairing two speakers for stereo is separate.

Stereo1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Audio specification states stereo and describes True Stereophonic 360 degree sound.

Stereo1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Stereo/mono: Stereo. Sound channels of one speaker, not a paired set.

Audio driversiPowered audio transducers in one speaker. Passive radiators are counted separately. Circular diameter and rectangular width and height have separate columns. Per-driver power must state continuous or RMS basis and battery or mains operation in the source note.

AMarshall Middleton

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Woofer	2	76.2
Tweeter	2	Not available

Source1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Audio specification lists two 3 in 15 W woofers and two tweeters of 10 W. The woofer size is converted exactly to mm. The tweeter size is published as 3/5 in on the maker page and as 3.5 in by Trusted Reviews, so no tweeter diameter is stored. The watt figures have no stated continuous, RMS or peak basis, so no per-driver power is stored. Amplifiers are listed as two 20 W Class D for the woofers and two 10 W Class D for the tweeters, also without a rating basis.5Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/marshall-middletonRead 10 October 2026Full specs table lists two 3 in woofers, two tweeters and two passive radiators. The 3.5 in tweeter size conflicts with the maker's 3/5 in, so it is not stored.

BMarshall Middleton II

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Woofer	2	76.2
Tweeter	2	15.24

Source1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Drivers: 2 x 3 inch woofer, 2 x 0.6 inch tweeter, 2 passive radiators. Sizes converted exactly to mm. The page lists amplifier ratings only, so no per-driver power is stored.

Passive radiatorsiPassive, unpowered bass radiators. Excludes powered drivers.

21Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Audio specification lists two passive radiators.5Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/marshall-middletonRead 10 October 2026Full specs table lists two passive radiators, matching the maker.

21Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 20262 passive radiators.

Rated audio poweriMaker-published total rated continuous audio output. Battery power is used for portable speakers when mains and battery ratings differ. Peak marketing power is separate.

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Rated audio power on mainsiTotal rated continuous audio output with external power. Store a separate battery rating when the maker publishes both.

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Audio output power (unspecified rating)iMaker- or reviewer-published audio output power whose continuous or peak rating basis is not stated. This is separate from rated continuous output and explicitly published peak output.

50W5Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/marshall-middletonRead 10 October 2026Full specs table lists audio power output 50 W. This equals the maker driver ratings of 2 x 15 W woofers plus 2 x 10 W tweeters. The maker amplifier ratings add up to 60 W (2 x 20 W and 2 x 10 W). No continuous or peak basis is stated, so only the unspecified-rating field is filled.9Reviewcomputerbase.de/2023-02/marshall-middleton-testRead 10 October 2026Text sums 2 x 15 W woofers and 2 x 10 W tweeters to 50 W. The spec table prints 60 W, which matches the amplifier ratings. Stored 50 W as the driver total.

80W12Press articlewhathifi.com/speakers/wireless-speakers/marshalls-second-gen-middleton-speaker-aims-for-a-sound-thats-fit-for-royaltyRead 11 October 2026Launch article: 60 watts of Class D amplification for the twin 7.6 cm woofers and 20 watts for the pair of 15 mm tweeters. The maker lists four amplifiers, 2 x 30 W and 2 x 10 W. The 80 W total is the sum of these amplifier ratings, and a spec database also lists 80 W. No continuous, RMS or peak basis is stated, so it goes in the unspecified-rating field.13Spec databasefrontum.co.uk/portable-speakers/marshall-middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Spec database lists audio output power 80 W. It also lists a 45 Hz lowest frequency, which conflicts with the maker's 50 Hz and is not used.

Peak audio poweriExplicitly published peak audio output. Never substitute for rated continuous output.

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Frequency response lower limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

50Hz1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Frequency range 50 Hz to 20,000 Hz. Tolerance is not stated.

50Hz1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Frequency range 50Hz - 20kHz. Tolerance and mode are not stated. One database lists 45 Hz, which is not used.

Frequency response upper limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

20kHz1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Frequency range 50 Hz to 20,000 Hz. Tolerance is not stated.

20kHz1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Frequency range 50Hz - 20kHz. Tolerance and mode are not stated.

Signal-to-noise ratio (claimed)

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Adjustable equalizeriUser-adjustable frequency bands. Selecting fixed sound presets alone does not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Page lists adjustable bass and treble controls on the speaker and in the app.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Page: bass and treble controls on the top panel and in the Marshall Bluetooth app. The Abt spec sheet states an equaliser in the app.7Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/174754/marshall-portable-bluetooth-speaker-1007428-spec-sheet-1.pdfRead 11 October 2026Maker spec sheet hosted by a retailer: equaliser yes, bass and treble on units and equaliser in app.

Equalizer bandsiNumber of user-adjustable frequency bands. Do not count sound presets.

21Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Bass and treble controls are two adjustable bands. The Trusted Reviews article states a range of minus 5 to plus 5 for each.

59Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/marshall-middleton-ii-reviewRead 11 October 2026The Marshall Bluetooth app has a five-band equalizer and a small set of presets. Tom's Guide and HeadphoneCheck also state five bands.10Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/bluetooth-speakers/marshall-middleton-ii-reviewRead 11 October 2026The app can update firmware, check battery life and adjust the 5-band EQ.

Automatic sound adjustmentiAdjusts audio to placement or playback conditions. Keep the named feature and conditions in the source note.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Description says built-in Dynamic Loudness adjusts the tonal balance of the sound to ensure the music sounds brilliant at every volume. This follows listening volume and is not room or placement calibration.6Press releasegroup.marshall.com/2023/05/26/zound-introduces-the-latest-marshall-portable-speaker-the-middletonRead 10 October 2026Built-in Dynamic Loudness adjusts the tonal balance of the sound for the listening volume.

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Sound modesiNamed playback modes. Battery extension modes are also qualified in battery source notes.

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Wireless stereo pairingiTwo compatible speakers can play separate left and right channels.

No9Reviewcomputerbase.de/2023-02/marshall-middleton-testRead 10 October 2026Test says Marshall provides no way to couple two speakers into a stereo pair. Only Stack Mode is offered.

No9Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/marshall-middleton-ii-reviewRead 11 October 2026Review says it would have liked multi-speaker pairing, which is available on some other Marshall models. The page and manual list no pairing feature. Review also says there is no placement compensation.

Speaker link protocolsiNamed systems for linking compatible speakers, such as PartyBoost, Auracast or Party Connect. Linking support does not establish compatibility across all models.

Stack Mode2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7G6groYkOBIzgHbbBAnqDR/ea07dbe566533429e0f138e035f923d4/Middleton_Full_User_Manual_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Stack Mode connects two or more Middleton speakers in a session. No maximum is published.

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Max linked speakersiPublished maximum in a speaker group. A stereo pair is recorded separately. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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Max Bluetooth group speakersiPublished maximum speakers in one Bluetooth playback group, including the first speaker. Source notes name the compatible models or families, linking system and firmware requirements. Wi-Fi groups and concurrent Bluetooth source devices are excluded. A stereo pair alone does not establish the maximum when other Bluetooth linking systems are supported. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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Connectivity

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Bluetooth audio playbackiPlays audio streamed over Bluetooth from a phone or other source. Bluetooth used only for setup or app control does not count.

Yes5Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/marshall-middletonRead 10 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026

Bluetooth versioniVersion of the Bluetooth radio. Some Wi-Fi speakers use Bluetooth only for setup. See Bluetooth audio playback.

5.11Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Wireless connectivity Bluetooth 5.1.

5.31Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Wireless connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3.

Bluetooth codecsiExplicitly supported receive codecs. Bluetooth version alone does not establish codecs.

SBC5Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/marshall-middletonRead 10 October 2026Review states only the SBC codec is available for streaming audio, with Bluetooth 5.1.

SBC, AAC, LC31Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Codecs: SBC, AAC-mpeg 2 and LC3. Receive codecs.

Bluetooth profiles

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Bluetooth LE AudioiExplicit LE Audio support. Bluetooth LE for app control alone does not qualify.

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Yes5Press releasegroup.marshall.com/2025/07/01/marshall-reveals-their-latest-portable-powerhouse-middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Product manager quote: with support for LE Audio, listeners can enjoy a more efficient and enhanced listening experience.8Press articlekopfhoerer.de/news/marshall-middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Article states the Bluetooth speaker supports LE Audio.

AuracastiExplicit Auracast support. Sending, receiving and speaker-group roles belong in source notes.

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Yes9Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/marshall-middleton-ii-reviewRead 11 October 2026Features: Auracast connectivity. The app can tune into a live broadcast via Auracast. Receiving role.11Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/marshall-middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Review says the speaker is Auracast-enabled and the app can search for Auracast broadcasts.

MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth source connections. Pairing memory and speaker-to-speaker linking do not qualify.

Yes9Reviewcomputerbase.de/2023-02/marshall-middleton-testRead 10 October 2026Test says the multi-host function pairs the speaker with two different sources at the same time and both can play.10Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/bluetooth-speakers/1418398/marshall-middleton-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review says the speaker connected to two devices without issue but will not switch sources automatically. Audio on one device must be paused before the other plays.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Bluetooth Multipoint Connectivity: Yes.

Multipoint source devicesiMaximum concurrently connected Bluetooth source devices, not remembered pairings.

29Reviewcomputerbase.de/2023-02/marshall-middleton-testRead 10 October 2026Test says two sources at the same time.

23Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/52ltpkI3c7wiY1XvINbpPD/bf15b800425c3408d16fc26bed07601d/Marshall_Middlton_II_OLM_R1_5_Combined.pdfRead 11 October 2026Pairing a new device: can be connected with 2 devices at a time and remembers up to 8 previously paired devices.

Bluetooth range (claimed)iMaker-claimed Bluetooth range to the source device. Test conditions belong in the source note.

10m1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Bluetooth range 10 m / 30 ft.

60m1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Bluetooth range 60 m, 200 ft.

Wi-FiiBuilt-in Wi-Fi, for audio streaming, setup or control.

No1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification lists Wi-Fi as No.

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Wi-Fi standardsiOne 802.11 name per item, such as 802.11ax. A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is 802.11ac and Wi-Fi 6 is 802.11ax. Older standards are listed only when a source names them.

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Network audio protocolsiNamed systems that stream audio to the speaker over the home network. AirPlay is written as AirPlay 2. Chromecast built-in is written as Google Cast. Other names follow the maker, such as Spotify Connect.

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USB audio inputiPlayback from a connected computer or phone through USB. Charging, service ports and USB flash-drive playback do not qualify.

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USB drive playbackiPlayback of audio files on a connected USB storage device.

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USB audio file formats

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PortsiPhysical speaker connectors. Record charging, audio input, power output and service roles separately. A shared microphone and guitar jack is one port. A combo jack that takes XLR and 6.35 mm plugs is 6.35 mm audio, and the role names XLR. Optical is a TOSLINK digital audio socket.

AMarshall Middleton

Connector	Count	Role
3.5 mm audio	1	Audio input
USB-C	1	Charging input, power-bank output

Source1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification lists a 3.5 mm input. The manual describes the USB-C connector as power input and output.2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7G6groYkOBIzgHbbBAnqDR/ea07dbe566533429e0f138e035f923d4/Middleton_Full_User_Manual_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Manual lists AUX 3.5 mm audio input and a USB-C power input and output used to charge the speaker or charge another device as a power bank.

BMarshall Middleton II

Connector	Count	Role
3.5 mm audio	1	Audio input
USB-C	1	Charging input and power-bank output

Source1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Wired connectivity AUX 3.5mm. Power input USB-C. The USB-C power output role is the charging bank feature.

Controls and software

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SpeakerphoneiBuilt-in microphone and call support, through a connected phone or a voice assistant's calling. A microphone used only for voice commands does not count. Microphone inputs for karaoke are separate.

No1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification lists microphone system as No.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Microphone system: Yes. Built-in microphone for hands-free calls.

Voice assistantsiVoice assistants explicitly usable through the speaker, such as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri or Sonos Voice Control. State whether a connected phone is required.

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Controls

Multidirectional control knob for play/pause, track skip, volume and power, Bluetooth pairing button and Stack Mode, Battery status button, Bass control, Treble control1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Page lists a multidirectional control knob, a Bluetooth pairing button that also starts Stack Mode, a battery and volume indicator and treble and bass controls. The manual adds a battery status button.2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7G6groYkOBIzgHbbBAnqDR/ea07dbe566533429e0f138e035f923d4/Middleton_Full_User_Manual_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Manual describes the battery status button, Bluetooth button, battery indicator, bass and treble controls and the control knob.

Multidirectional control knob for play/pause, track skip, volume and calls, Power button, Bluetooth pairing button, Bass control, Treble control, 10-segment battery indicator3Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/52ltpkI3c7wiY1XvINbpPD/bf15b800425c3408d16fc26bed07601d/Marshall_Middlton_II_OLM_R1_5_Combined.pdfRead 11 October 2026Device layout: power button, Bluetooth button, 10 segment battery indicator, control knob, microphone, bass and treble control. Knob: push for play/pause and calls, left/right to skip, up/down for volume.

Companion app

Marshall Bluetooth1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification lists the Marshall Bluetooth App.

Marshall Bluetooth1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Compatible apps: Marshall Bluetooth app.

App platforms

iOS, Android9Reviewcomputerbase.de/2023-02/marshall-middleton-testRead 10 October 2026Test says the Marshall app is available for Android and iOS.

iOS, Android3Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/52ltpkI3c7wiY1XvINbpPD/bf15b800425c3408d16fc26bed07601d/Marshall_Middlton_II_OLM_R1_5_Combined.pdfRead 11 October 2026Page 9 offers the Marshall Bluetooth app and the closing page names Google Play and the App Store.10Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/bluetooth-speakers/marshall-middleton-ii-reviewRead 11 October 2026Spec table compatibility: iOS, Android, Bluetooth and 3.5 mm wired devices.

User firmware updates

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification states over-the-air software updates are supported.

Yes3Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/52ltpkI3c7wiY1XvINbpPD/bf15b800425c3408d16fc26bed07601d/Marshall_Middlton_II_OLM_R1_5_Combined.pdfRead 11 October 2026Troubleshooting: connect to the Marshall Bluetooth app and follow the in-app instructions to get the latest firmware.

Built-in lightingiDecorative or ambient lighting. Status, battery, connection and microphone indicator LEDs alone do not qualify.

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Lighting modes

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Smart home

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Matter controlleriCan add and control Matter devices. Being a Matter device alone does not count.

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Thread border routeriConnects Thread smart home devices to the home network.

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Zigbee hubiA built-in Zigbee radio that controls Zigbee smart home devices.

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Battery and charging

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Built-in battery

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification lists a built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Rechargeable Li-ion battery. The page says replaceable, but no user replacement procedure is published, so replaceable_battery is not stored.

Playback time (claimed)iMaximum maker-claimed music playback on one charge in normal playback mode. Battery extension or reduced-bass boost modes belong in battery_life_boost_h. Record volume and lighting conditions in the source note.

20h1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification states 20+ hours of play time. Stored as 20. Test volume is not stated.

30h1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Play time 30+ hours, stored as 30. The legal notice states play time is calculated with a random selection of music at medium volume.

Playback with battery extension (claimed)iTotal claimed runtime with the named battery extension mode enabled. Store the total, not only the extra hours. Keep sound and lighting restrictions in the source note.

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Battery energyiPublished battery pack energy. Do not calculate from an assumed voltage.

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Battery capacityiPublished pack capacity at the voltage in battery_voltage_v. Do not substitute power-bank output capacity. A figure written per cell, such as 5000mAh*2, is not a pack capacity unless the maker states the pack figure.

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Nominal battery voltage

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Battery chemistry

Lithium-ion1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification lists a built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery.

Lithium-ion1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Battery type: Rechargeable, replaceable, Li-ion battery.

User-replaceable batteryiBattery that the maker documents as replaceable by the user. Service replacement does not qualify.

No1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Page FAQ says a repair centre replaces the battery. It is not documented as user-replaceable.

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Full charge timeiTime from discharged to full under the maker conditions. Adapter rating and simultaneous use belong in source notes.

4.5h1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification states a charging time of 4.5 hours. Adapter is not stated.

3h1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 20263 hours to full recharge. Charger rating is not stated for this figure.

Quick charge duration

20min1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification states 20 minutes of charge gives 2 hours of playtime.

20min1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Quick charging: 20 minutes gives 5 hours of playtime.

Playback after quick chargeiClaimed music playback after quick_charge_min of charging. Source conditions apply.

2h1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification states 20 minutes of charge gives 2 hours of playtime.

5h1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 202620 minutes gives 5 hours of playtime.

Charging input ratingiPublished speaker input voltage and current. An adapter rating alone does not establish device input.

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USB-C, 5 V / 9 V / 12 V / 20 V at 3 A1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Power input: USB-C 5V/9V/12V/20V-3A.

Max charging inputiPublished maximum charging input. USB audio power requirements and adapter output are separate.

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31.6W4Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/2ed2WkyZQKGwrdTnX9IQsq/a34297273e818f93e2e047fd6a03e43e/Middleton_II_-_Legal_and_safety_-_2025-12-08_R1.2_CN.pdfRead 11 October 2026Charger power must be between a minimum of 12.8 W required by the radio equipment and a maximum of 31.6 W to achieve the maximum charging speed. Stored as the maximum charging input.

USB Power Delivery charging

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Yes4Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/2ed2WkyZQKGwrdTnX9IQsq/a34297273e818f93e2e047fd6a03e43e/Middleton_II_-_Legal_and_safety_-_2025-12-08_R1.2_CN.pdfRead 11 October 2026This product supports USB PD fast charging. Multi-language legal notice, English text.

Charges other devices

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Page states the speaker has a power bank feature to charge a phone. Output power is not published.2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7G6groYkOBIzgHbbBAnqDR/ea07dbe566533429e0f138e035f923d4/Middleton_Full_User_Manual_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Manual says to plug in a USB-C device to use the speaker as a power bank.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Features: charging bank, use the speaker to charge your phone on the go. The manual requires more than 20% battery charge.

Max power-bank outputiPublished power delivered by the speaker to another device. Output voltage and current belong in the source note.

5W9Reviewcomputerbase.de/2023-02/marshall-middleton-testRead 10 October 2026Test says the USB-C port can charge external devices with 5 V and 1 A, which is 5 W.

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Wireless chargingiThe speaker battery can be charged wirelessly. Wireless power output to another device is separate.

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Durability

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Dust and water ratingiExact published IP rating. Keep separate ratings, such as IP68 and IP69, as separate entries.

IP671Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Page states IP67. Dust protected and tested to work for up to 30 minutes under 1 m of water.

IP671Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026IP67: protected against dust and sand, tested to work after 30 minutes in 1 m of water.

Floats

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Drop resistanceiExplicit maker claim or defined drop test. Do not infer from rugged wording.

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Drop test heightiMaker-published tested height. Surface and conditions belong in source notes.

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Carry featuresiPublished handles, straps, carabiners or wheels.

Detachable carry strap1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Page and box list describe a detachable carry strap.

Carry strap3Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/52ltpkI3c7wiY1XvINbpPD/bf15b800425c3408d16fc26bed07601d/Marshall_Middlton_II_OLM_R1_5_Combined.pdfRead 11 October 2026Carrying strap hinge and an included carrying strap.

Measured

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Playback time (measured)iReviewer-measured playback per charge. Volume, lighting, sound mode, firmware and connection belong in the source note.

12h10Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/bluetooth-speakers/1418398/marshall-middleton-reviewRead 10 October 2026Reviewer ran out of charge around the 12-hour mark at fairly loud volumes. Approximate figure. Firmware, source and exact volume are not stated.

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Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum SPL. Distance, test method and power source belong in source notes.

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured low-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured high-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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Audio latency (measured)iReviewer-measured source-to-speaker latency. Source device, app, codec, firmware and connection belong in source notes. App compensation may affect results.

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Full charge time (measured)iReviewer-measured time from empty to full. Power adapter and method belong in the source note.

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiSpeaker body width, height and depth on explicitly identified axes. Unlabeled tuples do not establish axis meanings. Handle, strap and orientation conditions belong in the source note.

Width230Height109Depth95mm(9.1 × 4.3 × 3.7 in)1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification lists width 230 mm, height 109 mm and depth 95 mm.

Width230Height110Depth98mm(9.1 × 4.3 × 3.9 in)1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Physical unit: width 230 mm, height 110 mm, depth 98 mm. The page spec box prints L230*W98*H110 mm and also labels width, height and depth separately with the same values.

WeightiSpeaker mass including its battery. Excludes packaging, charger and removable carry accessories unless the source states otherwise.

1,800g(4 lb)1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification lists 1.8 kg / 4.0 lb.

1,800g(4 lb)1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Weight 1.8 kg / 3.9 lbs.

Body materials

Post-consumer recycled plastic, Silicone sleeve, Metal grille2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7G6groYkOBIzgHbbBAnqDR/ea07dbe566533429e0f138e035f923d4/Middleton_Full_User_Manual_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Cleaning section says the silicone sleeve and strap can be removed.6Press releasegroup.marshall.com/2023/05/26/zound-introduces-the-latest-marshall-portable-speaker-the-middletonRead 10 October 2026Maker says the speaker is built of 55% post-consumer recycled plastic and is PVC-free.9Reviewcomputerbase.de/2023-02/marshall-middleton-testRead 10 October 2026Test describes a metal grille on the front and a rubber ring on the base.

Silicone sleeve, Tolex covering3Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/52ltpkI3c7wiY1XvINbpPD/bf15b800425c3408d16fc26bed07601d/Marshall_Middlton_II_OLM_R1_5_Combined.pdfRead 11 October 2026Cleaning section: the silicone sleeve can be removed and cleaned separately.11Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/marshall-middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Review describes Marshall's signature snakeskin-style Tolex covering. TechRadar calls it faux leather.

Certifications

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FCC IDs

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Middleton speaker, Detachable carry strap, User manual and legal and safety information, USB-A to USB-C charging cable1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Maker box contents list.

Middleton II speaker, Carry strap, USB-C charging cable, Quick start guide, Legal and safety information1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Box contents: speaker, strap, USB-C charging cable, quick start guide, legal and safety information.

Links

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Product page

www.marshall.com/us/en/product/middleton1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026

www.marshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-ii1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middleton-iiRead 11 October 2026Maker's product page for Middleton II.

Spec sheet

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Manual

assets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7G6groYkOBIzgHbbBAnqDR/ea07dbe566533429e0f138e035f923d4/Middleton_Full_User_Manual_EN.pdf2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7G6groYkOBIzgHbbBAnqDR/ea07dbe566533429e0f138e035f923d4/Middleton_Full_User_Manual_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Maker full online manual, 9 pages, English.

assets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/52ltpkI3c7wiY1XvINbpPD/bf15b800425c3408d16fc26bed07601d/Marshall_Middlton_II_OLM_R1_5_Combined.pdf3Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/52ltpkI3c7wiY1XvINbpPD/bf15b800425c3408d16fc26bed07601d/Marshall_Middlton_II_OLM_R1_5_Combined.pdfRead 11 October 2026Full online manual R1.5, English on pages 3 to 12. Combined PDF with 40 languages.

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.

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