Marshall Stanmore II Bluetooth Review
Marshall recently updated its line of Bluetooth speakers, and at $349.99, the Stanmore II Bluetooth falls in the middle of its three new options in terms of size, price, and power. Fans of the iconic Marshall look won't be disappointed with the Stanmore II's aesthetics. Sonically, the speaker sounds very good, but compared with its more expensive sibling, the Woburn II Bluetooth, it's not as compelling. The Woburn II Bluetooth, which packs an extra woofer, isn't cheap, but lives up to its cost, while the Stanmore II Bluetooth—also not cheap—feels a bit overpriced for what you get. It's a solid speaker, but if you're willing to save some money and spring for the Woburn II, you won't be disappointed.
Design
Available in black or white, the handsome Stanmore II Bluetooth follows the same basic concept as the rest of Marshall's offerings: It looks like a miniature guitar amp. But at 7.7 by 13.8 by 7.3 inches (HWD) and 10.3 pounds, it makes for a fairly bulky speaker. If you like the r...
The Marshall Stanmore II Bluetooth speaker delivers strong audio, but its price feels a bit high for the overall experience it delivers.
Solid audio performance with rich bass depth and crisp highs; In-App EQ; Bass and Treble knobs for fine-tuning audio; Attractive overall design
Slightly overpriced; Can distort at top volumes; Unsightly back panel; No audio cables included for inputs