Customer Ratings & Reviews

Action III versus Action II. Marshall states that they have tweaked (re-engineered) their speaker to bring the user a better, more expansive and immersive listening experience with the Action III. Side by side, there are subtle cosmetic changes that differentiate the two. Front panel trim and top-side control changes are the most noticeable, with the new Action III being my preference. Control layout is the same, a 3.5 mm Aux input jack, Aux/Bluetooth Source Select button, Volume, Bass and Treble knobs. Thee Action III adds Rewind/Reverse-Skip, Skip-Forward and Fast-Forward options to the Play/Pause switch as found on the Action II. The Power Switch is now a solid two-position switch instead of a momentary switch.. Dimensions are almost identical, the Action III being 10 mm deeper. Not really noticeable unless reading the specs. Weight increases by 1.5 lbs and there is no carry handle so this is not really a “portable” unit. Desk or shelf-top. Speaker drivers are the same, two 3/4” tweeters and one 4” woofer all front facing, the Action III now incorporating outward-facing tweeters to help disperse the sound and increase the width of the sound-stage . Amplifier power is also the same. 15 watts for each tweeter and 30 watts for the woofer. Frequency Response for the Action III is better at 45 Hz to 20K Hz, providing slightly lower bass, but the Max SPL is lower, from the Action II's 98 db to 95 db. I wasn't able to detect much difference when listening to both side-by-side in the garage. Sound is amazing for a compact unit that really looks classy. Bass response and channel separation are very good. Bass and Treble controls provide plenty of adjustment to customize the sound to your liking. Another new feature, accessible only through the Marshall App is a Placement Compensation setting. Bass response is adjusted depending upon options, unit placed close to a front edge, close to a wall or corner or free-standing. Audible bass response difference depending upon selection. NO to all gives the best sound in my opinion as the bass is cut for any other selection. Over all, this is a fantastic speaker. Small size, huge sound. Bluetooth connectivity was instantaneous with my Android phone and signal strength remained strong even when my phone was 30 to 40 feet away. The speaker appears to be well built, rugged enough to keep in the garage or use outside without worry of damage. Marshall has delivered again.

This little Bluetooth speaker from Marshall is a winner! The unit has a retro vibe that reminds me strongly of the vintage Marshall guitar amplifiers in appearance and is no slouch in the sound department either! The unit's packaging has been clearly thought out and sports recyclable materials throughout. I really appreciated being able to get the box open easily and to find minimal product literature packed inside. In fact, I was surprised at the brevity of the "Getting Started" instructions. However, it turned out that this was one of the easiest products to get powered on and linked to that I have used in quite some time. The app is a joy to use. My cellphone detected the speaker immediately, pointed me to the app store and began downloading without a hitch. This product is an example of how ALL Bluetooth devices should work! The speaker has a very high quality feel to it. From the vinyl wrapped exterior to the satisfying heft of the box itself, it reminded me very much of Marshall's amps and just exuded quality construction. All of the switches and controls feel solid and silky when you use them. I played a wide variety of content from multiple sources and the sound quality was outstanding. The speaker has a 4 inch woofer and two 3/4 inch angled tweeters in a bass reflex design (rear ported) and punches way above its weight. You have separate volume, bass, and treble controls and this thing plays PLENTY loud. The app offers limited bass/treble controls and offers some tuning for room placement via a simple Q&A dialog. Overall the Acton III deserves your serious consideration!

Full Disclosure, I didn’t realize it was not battery powered and needs to be plugged in to power on. Outside of this oversight, this speaker oozes awesomeness! It takes the legendary Marshall design and marries together newer technology into one feature packed speaker. Unboxing, I was surprised by the build quality and weight. Before you could sync with a phone or tablet via bluetooth it suggests you need to download the Marshall app, no biggie but another app to manage. Once downloaded, it connected easy and I was off to the races testing how fantastic this speaker sounds. Marshall’s signature sound makes all genres of music come alive and their statement of “room-filling sound” is no joke. This speaker delivers on all fronts. The app or manual dials on the speaker let you fine tune your audio preferences with bass and treble adjustments from 1-10 ranges. I played audio from my iPhone from several sources like Prime Music, Spotify, and Pandora. With how well this speaker projects, I was able to notice some new unfamiliar instrument contributions from some of my favorite songs. Future proofing this speaker is the app’s ability to update firmware. You can also adjust the placement compensation so the speaker can excel considering where you have it placed. It takes things like walls and countertops and can ensure maximum sound projecting giving your space. I also really like the manual toggle power switch and it mirrors the look and feel of other quality Marshall audio products. For the size of this speaker it does really shock you how loud it can be, all the while maintaining the quality of the audio! Highly recommend this speaker for someone looking for a really retro/classic high quality bluetooth speaker. This would be at home in any man cave or bar area. Well done Marshall!

This was an excellent purchase! My budget was ~$200 so I spent a bit more but it’s worth it. I used this all weekend without a second of buyer’s remorse. Sound quality is great and easily adjusted thanks to the actual dials! I LOVE that it isn’t portable. So tired of babysitting batteries and not making it through a day with a 100% charged battery. This sits on my dresser, plugged in, well behaved and looking good!

The new sonic options available through the app to account for speaker placement near a wall and/or near the edge of a shelf are a real game changer! My family has used the Action II as our daily driver for years now and we can’t believe how much better the sound is with the new adjustments. Listening to some of the same tracks that we used to through the Action II is a different experience. The audio just sounds so much more full. The addition of the rewind and fast forward button makes things so much simpler. Even if the phone that’s connected to the speaker is nearby, the switch gives you an quick option, rather than having to enter the pin into your phone, open the app, and make the adjustment. Finally, I love that they changed the power switch to a full toggle instead of the Action II’s one switch for on, long press switch for off. I just think it made operation a little bit simpler but much more useful. If you don't have a Marshall Bluetooth speaker already, I highly recommend this one. However, if you do, this would make a great addition and would definitely be worth your time and money.

The Marshall Acton III Bluetooth speaker in black is a great way to project the sound from either your computer, tablet, phone or any device that plays music, talk radio, etc- whatever you listen to from any device you can Bluetooth to or Aux hard wire to. This Marshall model is a solid black box with gold dials and knobs, veey aesthetically pleasing with 60's vibes. The speaker is about 9 lbs and quite dense, no handle on top, so if you would like something to carry around with you this is not that speaker, more like one you would put on a shelf or put in a bookcase. In my case, I have an all in one monitor and computer in my kitchen area that i wanted to play music from. This Marshall speaker does the trick very nicely and effectively. I really like the rich and robust sound known for by Marshall that comes from this speaker. There are 3 knobs, adjustable from 0 to 10, for volume, base and treble, easily accessible on top; you can personalize the sound to be whatever you want your sound to be.

The Marshall Acton III Bluetooth Speaker in Cream is a charming addition to any space. The vintage-inspired design adds a touch of nostalgia, and the sound quality is good, offering clear audio and decent bass. The Bluetooth connectivity works well, and the EQ presets provide some customization options. While it's not the most powerful speaker out there, its portability makes it convenient for moving around. Overall, the Acton III is a decent choice for those seeking a blend of classic aesthetics and satisfactory audio performance.

It looks beautiful, sounds amazing, is compact so it fits anywhere, and is deceptively small for its powerful volume.

Super quality speaker for your home. The best and most affordable home speaker that beats Bose hands down. Has an opening for the sub woofer and also there is an 360 degree feel to it. Sounds are not forced and are very clear. Nice build, hefty weight and amazing quality !!!!

The reason why I'm really enjoying this Acton III speaker from Marshall is because it's simply a speaker. It's not an assistant device (alexa/google/etc). It's not a speakerphone when someone calls. And it doesn't do fancy light shows along with the music. It just looks great with that classic/retro styling of a Marshall amp. The controls on top are big and easy to use. The levers click solidly into place and the knobs turn effortlessly with no clicks, just lights that show what level your at. Because they don't click at each level, you can be between levels and adjust the volume to your preference. Same goes for the Treble and Bass settings. Overall, the panel is very simple. Aux input, Volume knob, Treble knob, Bass knob, multi-function switch, and power switch. That's it. The multi-function button is press to pause/play, push right to skip, push left to go back. And I love the power switch being a lever instead of a button you have to hold down for 3 sec to turn it off. It's got a very satisfying feel when it locks into place. Sound wise, this speaker can get loud. At higher levels, some of the bass heavy music can get a bit distorted, although very few speakers at this size and price point avoid that. And this is where my one criticism of this speaker comes into play. It should be able to to connect to other Marshall speakers to create surround sound or have a multi-room feature. I have another Marshall bluetooth speaker and it would be awesome to pair them for better sound. Omitting that feature is the one knock I have on this otherwise great speaker. Some people will expect assistant features and speakerphone at this price point. I don't disagree, but you're paying for great sound, simple controls and the design of this is hard to beat. It looks awesome sitting on my desk and I absolutely love that when a call comes in I can simply turn a knob down really quick instead of holding down a button while the volume goes down or fumbling for the pause button. Overall, it sounds great, it avoids all the nonsense of "smart" speakers, and it looks amazing. If I could make one improvement, it's adding the ability to connect to other Marshall speakers for surround sound/multi-room play. Otherwise, I definitely recommend this speaker for anyone that wants an easy to use, great looking speaker that can bump!

I wasnt sure what to expect with this Marshall speaker. I have had some other brand name smart speakers around the house and wasn't sure about adding a "regular" speaker into the mix. I have been pleasantly surprised by this speaker! It sets out to fill a room and to look good; it is able to do both easily. The Acton III feels like a premium speaker. It is a heavy little thing. With this extra heft I feel more comfortable moving it from place to place knowing that it will be safe. The gold plating shines bright and accents the black leather case well. My favorite physical aspect of the Acton III is the toggle power switch. The switch is stiff, but not too stiff. I like that it makes you feel like you are starting a special experience just by powering it on. I wasn't blown away with the dials. The three dials on top control volume, bass, and treble. Each dial has red led indicators to indicate the current levels. I really with that the dials would have had a click feedback when turning the dial either up or down. The dials also infinitely spin which was a stark difference between the power toggle switch. I was really expecting a premium feel from the dials, but it just wasn't what I had expected it to be. The speaker sounds great. My wife has been enjoying listening to music while working from home. The Acton pairs effortlessly to her phone which is a huge bonus. She is able to keep the speaker low enough that it doesn't disturb others in our home while still being able to hear the playback clearly. Overall the Marshall Acton III is really nice speaker. It has the charm of a Marshall amp with the modern audio quality and experience we all expect to have nowadays. The App is required for setup but not for everyday use. It is able to pair quickly and play almost immediately once powered on. I cant believe I am actually typing this out. I probably would have given the Acton III a higher rating if the dials had tactility when spun. Given the exquisite feel of the toggle switch the dials were a big let down for me. I would certainly still recommend it to a friend if they were in the market for a speaker for indoors or outdoors.

Bought this today. It couldn't have been simpler to set up and it sounds GREAT! Such a compact footprint with a huge sound. Bass/treble EQ is nice to have ...

Easy to set up, nice sound, soundly built....a good buy!

I bought this speaker for my husband for Christmas and ‘we’ love haha. It’s such a statement and talking piece. It really has a presence on his desk among his other electronics. My husband especially likes that he can connect it to his phone via Bluetooth as well as his computer. He’s a tech guy and he approved. It’s a gift that we will have for generations and eventually pass on to our kids. Such a great purchase.

Great quality speaker with great sound. Easy to set up and connect with devices.

Best speaker ever. Strong bass. Clear sound. Cool design.

The wireless speaker is beautiful and sounds amazing. I will be purchasin another one to pair.

Best sound ever, the bass quality is perfect , u need to get one

I love the crisp sound and ability to the adjust the bass and tremble. Would not hesitate to buy more Marshall speakers.

The ultimate Home Speaker !!!! Excelent Sound Quality !!!! Love it