Marshall Emberton II
Score: 89/100
Sony ULT Power Sound
Score: 87/100Rankings
The Emberton II delivers long-lasting battery life, rugged IP67 protection and 360° true stereophonic sound in a stylish, compact package, but lacks a microphone, aux input and advanced codecs.
The Sony ULT Power Sound series offers rugged, IP67-rated speakers with long battery life, strong bass and customizable lighting. It excels for outdoor parties and camping, though audiophiles may miss high-resolution codecs and a wired aux input.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
30 hoursbest | 30 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3 hoursbest | — |
10 metersbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 118 gbest | 670 g |
20 wattsbest | — | |
50.8 mm | 114 mmbest | |
60 Hzbest | — | |
20,000 Hzbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio Performance(1) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 50.8 mm | 114 mm |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 5.3 |
Built‑in Microphone | false | true |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 118 g | 670 g |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the rich, full-range sound, rugged build and long battery, while criticizing the missing microphone, limited codec support and DSP-induced sound changes at high volume.
Everyday users love the impressive sound quality, extended battery life and durable design, though they note the absence of a speakerphone and occasional DSP-related tonal shifts.
Professional reviewers praise the series for its powerful bass, durable IP67 build and innovative app-driven EQ and lighting, while noting the absence of high-resolution codecs and wired inputs.
Everyday users love the durability, impressive bass and long battery life, but many wish for an aux input and complain that the lighting drains the battery.
“The bass is insane for such a small speaker”
“I took it to the beach and it survived saltwater and sand perfectly”
“Love the app - being able to tweak the EQ makes a big difference”
