With the Heston 120, Marshall brings its decades of audio expertise to the TV sector – and delivers nothing less than a statement for anyone who doesn’t want to compromise on sound. The soundbar combines iconic design with state-of-the-art technology and is aimed at users who want to experience both movies and music in the highest sound quality. Marshall is thus positioning itself in the TV sound solution segment for the first time – and with a bang.
– First TV sound product from the Marshall brand – with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X
– Room-filling 3D sound thanks to eleven individually tuned drivers
– Modern connectivity: HDMI eARC, Auracast, WLAN, RCA & Marshall app
– Design statement with analog control panel and classic Marshall materials
Home cinema with character: sound meets style
he Heston 120 is more than just a soundbar – it is Marshall’s answer to the question of how a living room sound system should sound and look. With Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and an intelligent driver arrangement, the device provides impressive spatial sound that is particularly noticeable with blockbusters, series and live concerts. The eleven drivers, which radiate in different directions, create an immersive experience that directs the sound exactly where it has the most impact.
The Heston 120 not only impresses with its technical sophistication, but also with its characteristic look: knurled metal controls, a wrapped leather cover and an analog control panel are reminiscent of the brand’s iconic guitar amplifiers. With this combination of form and function, Marshall makes a stylistic statement – and shows that TV soundbars do not have to look interchangeable.
Music expertise as a competitive advantage
What sets the Heston 120 apart from many of its competitors is its equal focus on music and movie sound. Although many soundbars offer cinematic sound, they often deliver a rather flat sound when listening to music. Marshall takes a different approach here: the sound profile has been tuned over hundreds of hours to serve both worlds equally. With sound modes such as “Movie”, “Music”, “Night” and “Voice”, the sound experience can be customized. In addition, the new Marshall app not only allows you to control the volume and EQ, but also helps with room calibration – a function that is usually reserved for more expensive high-end systems.
Bluetooth LE Audio with Auracast, WLAN streaming and an analog RCA input complete the comprehensive connectivity offering. HDMI eARC and HDMI passthrough guarantee a stable, latency-free connection to the TV – a must for anyone who doesn’t want to have sync problems when gaming or streaming.
Future-proof and repairable
The Heston 120 also shows foresight under the hood: The soundbar has a modular design and can be repaired if necessary – with replaceable parts such as housing end caps, drivers and circuit boards. A clear commitment to sustainability, which is still a rarity in the consumer electronics industry.
Marshall has also announced that the Heston 60 and the Heston Sub 200 will follow as further models in the TV sound series. The company is thus positioning itself in the premium home theater sound segment for the long term – with its very own sound character and unmistakable design.
Conclusion
The Marshall Heston 120 brings a breath of fresh air to the soundbar market. It combines legendary brand DNA with advanced technology, filling a gap for anyone who values powerful movie sound and musical quality.
The Heston 120 is now available for pre-order and will be available from June 3rd for €999 on Marshall.com. The device will also be available at selected retailers and online from September 16.
