Marshall's Heston 120 Soundbar with Atmos Immersion

Marshall, the legendary British audio brand, is making waves in home entertainment with the launch of its inaugural soundbar—the Heston 120 soundbar Atmos edition. Inspired by the aesthetics of the iconic Bluesbreaker amp, this soundbar blends retro rock ‘n’ roll style with modern home theater performance. The Heston 120 features a 5.1.2-channel setup, delivering immersive audio through support for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X formats. Under the hood, it packs eleven Class D amplifiers powering twin subwoofers, dual mid-woofers, tweeters, and full-range drivers—boasting a frequency range of 40 Hz to 20 kHz and a maximum SPL of 95 dB. If you’re craving cinematic sound with deep bass and wide audio dispersion, this soundbar is built to transform your living room.

Connectivity options are expansive, including Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 6, HDMI 2.1 eARC with 4K 120Hz passthrough, USB-C, Ethernet, and RCA outputs. Hi-res audio support includes FLAC, ALAC, and AAC, alongside streaming via AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, and TIDAL Connect. For a fully customized audio experience, the Marshall app enables EQ adjustments, room calibration via onboard mics, and remote control functionality. Users can also toggle among four tailored modes—Movie, Music, Night, and Voice—using heritage-style tactile knobs. Measuring 1100 x 145 x 76 mm and weighing 7.04 kg, the soundbar’s leatherette finish and woven salt-and-pepper grille echo Marshall’s renowned amp design legacy.

At a competitive price of US$999.99 / £899.99 / A$1799, the Heston 120 is positioned to challenge other flagship models like the Sonos Arc and Sony HT-A7000. Whether you’re a die-hard audiophile or simply want gear that looks as good as it sounds, the Heston 120 soundbar Atmos is a serious contender in premium home audio. Ready to elevate your sound system? Check out our expert picks for the best soundbars of 2024 to see how this new release stacks up.