The Marshall Emberton III is Marshall’s compact portable speaker, and this is the classic Black and Brass finish, the version most people mean when they search for the Marshall Emberton 3 Black. It plays for more than 32 hours, is rated IP67, uses Marshall’s True Stereophonic multi-directional sound and runs on Bluetooth 5.3 with LE Audio support.
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Marshall Emberton 3 Black: True Stereophonic Sound
Marshall calls the sound True Stereophonic: a multi-directional design that spreads stereo sound around the speaker instead of firing it only forward, so people on different sides of a table hear a similar balance. Inside are two 2-inch full-range drivers and two passive radiators, driven by a 2 x 38 W Class D amplifier.
Marshall does not state whether the 38 W figures are continuous RMS or peak values, or the distortion level they are measured at, so treat them as amplifier ratings rather than a loudness promise. What Marshall does publish is a maximum sound pressure of 90 dB SPL at 1 m and a frequency range of 65 Hz to 20 kHz. That makes the Marshall Emberton 3 Black a speaker for a room, a balcony or a small gathering.
More Than 32 Hours on a Charge
Marshall rates the battery at 32+ hours of playtime. A full charge takes 2 hours, and a 20-minute quick charge gives around 6 hours of playback, which helps before a trip to the beach or the desert. Playtime at high volume will be lower than the headline figure, and Marshall does not publish a separate maximum-volume number.
Charging is over USB-C. A USB-C charging cable is in the box, but Marshall does not include a wall adapter, so use a standard USB charger. The Marshall Emberton 3 Black is also supported by the Marshall Bluetooth app on iOS and Android.
IP67: Dust and Water
The Emberton III is rated IP67. Marshall specifies that it can be submerged in 1 m of water for up to 30 minutes, and the rating also covers dust and sand. That makes it suitable for pool days, rain and beach trips, as long as you rinse off salt water and let the USB-C port dry before charging.
At 160 x 68 x 76.9 mm and 0.67 kg, the Marshall Emberton 3 Black fits in a backpack or the door pocket of a car, and it is easy to carry in one hand.
Bluetooth 5.3, LE Audio and a Built-In Microphone
Bluetooth 5.3 with LE support gives a quoted range of up to 100 m in free field, meaning open space with nothing in the way; indoors it will be much shorter. Marshall describes the speaker as LE Audio ready, with Auracast broadcasting for when compatible source devices are available.
A built-in microphone lets you take hands-free calls through the speaker, so the Marshall Emberton 3 Black also works as a speakerphone on a desk.
Why Black and Brass
Black and Brass is the signature Marshall look: a black body with brass-coloured details that echo Marshall guitar amplifiers. It is the finish that looks most like a Marshall on a shelf, and black hides dust, scuffs and sand better than the Cream or Sage versions.
If you already own Marshall headphones or a home speaker in black, the Marshall Emberton 3 Black matches them directly. Marshall also sells the Emberton III in Midnight Blue, Sage, Cream, Brown, Black and Silver, Vintage Black and Pitch Black, with the same specifications.
Who This Is Not For
If you need a loud party speaker for a garden, the Emberton III is too small: 90 dB SPL at 1 m is room level, not garden-party level. Marshall lists no 3.5 mm AUX input, so it connects over Bluetooth only, and no wall charger is included.
LE Audio and Auracast depend on your phone and on Marshall’s firmware support, so do not buy the Marshall Emberton 3 Black expecting to broadcast to several speakers today without checking that your phone supports it.
Buying the Marshall Emberton 3 Black in the UAE
We ship the Marshall Emberton 3 Black to any emirate in up to 3 business days, free on orders from AED 300, with a 1-year warranty from Totot. Return a defective or non-compliant item within 14 days, and tell us about any shipping damage within 48 hours of receiving it.
Technical Specifications
- Model: Marshall Emberton III
- Colour: Black and Brass
- Sound: True Stereophonic (multi-directional stereo)
- Amplifier: 2 x 38 W Class D (Marshall does not state whether RMS or peak)
- Drivers: 2 x 2-inch full-range drivers, 2 passive radiators
- Frequency range: 65 Hz – 20 kHz
- Maximum sound pressure: 90 dB SPL at 1 m
- Battery: 32+ hours
- Charging: USB-C; full charge in 2 hours; 20 minutes gives about 6 hours
- Bluetooth: 5.3 LE; up to 100 m in free field; LE Audio ready (Auracast)
- Water and dust: IP67 (1 m of water for up to 30 minutes)
- Microphone: Built-in, for hands-free calls
- App: Marshall Bluetooth app (iOS and Android)
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 160 x 68 x 76.9 mm
- Weight: 0.67 kg
- In the box: Speaker, USB-C charging cable, manual
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
Specifications come from Marshall’s official Emberton III product page and the Marshall Group launch announcement. Full details are published on the Marshall product page.
FAQ
How long does the Marshall Emberton 3 Black battery last?
More than 32 hours, according to Marshall; high volume shortens it.
Is the Marshall Emberton 3 Black waterproof?
Yes. It is rated IP67 and can be submerged in 1 m of water for up to 30 minutes.
How long does charging take?
2 hours for a full charge, and 20 minutes gives about 6 hours of playtime.
Can I take calls on it?
Yes. It has a built-in microphone for hands-free calls.
What is the output power?
2 x 38 W of Class D amplification, per Marshall, which does not say whether this is RMS or peak.
Is the Emberton III the same as the Emberton 3?
Yes. Marshall names it Emberton III; Emberton 3 is the common search spelling.
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