Marshall's Soundbar: Design Meets Audio

Marshall has entered the competitive soundbar market with its Heston 60, a product that prioritizes both distinctive design and solid audio output. Unlike competitors that incorporate internal gyroscopes, the Heston 60 uses strategically angled drivers and waveguides to maintain sound consistency, complemented by a unique design allowing the Marshall logo and control panel to be repositioned.

The Heston 60 delivers a 5.1-channel experience suitable for smaller to medium-sized rooms. While it supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, the absence of upfiring speakers limits true immersive height effects. Connectivity options are plentiful, including Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 6, and various wired ports, supporting a range of audio codecs for music enthusiasts.

Accompanying the soundbar is the Sub 200 subwoofer, which also sports Marshall's signature design and connects wirelessly via Bluetooth LE. Although its bass output is on par with Samsung's bundled subwoofers rather than high-end alternatives like Sonos' Sub 4, it offers user-adjustable crossover settings for personalized sound. Despite their premium features and unique aesthetics, both the Heston 60 and Sub 200 are positioned at a higher price point.