Marshall breaks new ground by entering the TV-sound category, with the launch of its first ever soundbar, Heston 120. Delivering a colossal audio experience for both TV and music, Marshall combines 60 years of acoustic excellence and design, bringing its unparalleled legacy to the TV sound space. They have just launched a new version of this incredible soundbar in cream which is now available online and in selected retailers.
INTRODUCING HESTON 120
Designed to amplify the story on screen, and then keep the music playing beyond the credits, Heston 120 delivers immersive and spacious sound for both TV and music, thanks to impressive features including Dolby Atmos and DTS-X. Fitted with 11 drivers facing in different directions, Heston 120 uses spatial audio tothrow sound out to the places that have the best impact on your experience. Engineered for a powerful, deep and rich bass, Heston 120 makes special effects sound even more lifelike, with even bigger impact.
Boasting the latest wireless technology, Heston 120 seamlessly integrates with TVs with HDMI eARC or external devices through the HDMI Pass-through and easily connects to music streaming services using Wi-Fi. Turning on Bluetooth gives access to the latest LE-audio technology including Auracast™ and Heston 120 is also equipped with analogue RCA input for external music players.
Featuring Marshall’s signature style, Heston 120 brings rock ‘n’ roll flair to the TV-sound category through a combination of tactility and textures. From knurled metal knobs inspired by Marshall’s amp heritage right through to the wrapped leather trims and brushed metal panel, these bold elements have been added with precision, making Heston 120 a statement in any living room. Heston 120 is also repairable with replaceable parts including the fret, end caps, drivers and circuit boards.
Mixing the best of the old with the new, the analogue control panel with tactile audio settings is a playful yet functional nod to Marshall’s heritage. The bass and treble can be instantly altered through the controls and it’s easy to save presets for quick access to a favourite playlist or radio station. Heston 120 comes with a range of different sound modes to fit the moment, including Music, Movie, Night and Voice. Alternatively, the sound can be adjusted from anywhere in the home using the new Marshall app, controlling everything from volume to and EQ. New for the TV sound range, the app features room calibration to help find the perfect acoustic fit for any space.
Senior Product Manager at Marshall Group, Anders Olsson said: “We know that soundbar owners use their soundbar to listen to music, yet most soundbars are not built for both music and TV. This gave us a reason to exist and an opportunity to really shine with our legacy in music and audio.”
Audio Technology and Tuning Lead at Marshall Group, Ed Camphor added: “We spent hundreds of hours fine tuning Heston 120. It was important to us that we spent equal time and effort on both TV and music, not one over the other. Everything inside is tailored and engineered to have very specific roles to give you an optimal audio experience, no matter what you’re watching or listening to.”
Heston 120 was the first in the TV-sound range from Marshall. Heston 60 and a subwoofer, Heston Sub 200 have also joined for the exciting new venture for the brand.
Heston 120 Cream goes the other way. As more people treat their TV setup as part of the room rather than something to hide, the lighter finish gives it a softer look that’s much easier to leave on show, while the amp-style knobs and detailing keep it unmistakably Marshall. It also now matches the Cream Heston Sub 200, if you fancy building out the full setup.
The new look doesn’t change what’s inside. It’s the same Heston 120, with Dolby Atmos, 11 drivers and a sound that’s been tuned just as carefully for music as for TV. So the soundbar that fills the room on film night can just as easily soundtrack a lazy weekend or friends coming round for dinner.
Heston 120 is available online in black and cream, priced at £899.99.
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