| Name | Sony SRS-XG300 | Marshall Middleton |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| Type | Large | Large |
| MSRP | $349.99 | $299.99 |
| Released | 2022 | 2023 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 2.0 (stereo) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| Woofers | 2× 61×68 mm | 2× 3″ |
| Tweeters | 2× 20 mm | 2× 3/5″ |
| Subwoofers | - | - |
| Audio specs & features | ||
| Watts RMS | Not specified | 60 W |
| Frequency range | Not specified | 50.0 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Wireless stereo pairing? | ✔ via app | ❌ |
| Party mode? (mono) | ✔ (Party Connect) | ✔ (Stack) |
| Other (special) audio features? | Speakerphone | None |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth version? | 5.2 | 5.1 |
| Wi-Fi? | ❌ | ❌ |
| NFC? (for pairing) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Radio? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio inputs & outputs | ||
| Buit-in mic? (and function) | ✔ (calls, voice control) | ❌ |
| Guitar/mic input? | ❌ | ❌ |
| USB-A playback? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 3.5 mm AUX in? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX out? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other in/outputs? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Battery life | 25 hours | 20 hours |
| Charge time | 5 hrs | 4.5 hrs |
| Battery capacity | 49.58 Wh | 33.3 Wh |
| Swappable battery? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Charging port(s): | USB-C | USB-C |
| Powerbank function? | Yes; 1× USB-A 7.5W | Yes; 1× USB-C |
| Buttons & controls | ||
| Sound mode button(s)? | Mega Bass | ❌ |
| Sound effect buttons? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other (special) buttons? | ❌ | Physical EQ buttons; bass, treble |
| App? | Sony Music Center | Marshall Bluetooth app |
| Voice assistant? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Lights | ||
| Colored LEDS? | 2× ring (sides) | ❌ |
| Strobe LEDS? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 31.8×13.8×13.6 | 10.9×23.0×9.5 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 12.52×5.43×5.35 | 4.29×9.06×3.74 |
| Weight (kg): | 3.0 | 1.8 |
| Weight (lbs): | 6.61 | 4.0 |
| Physical features | ||
| IP Code | IP67 | IP67 |
| Transportation method? | 1 handle | Carry strap |
| Color options: | 2 colors: Black, gray | 2 colors: Black&brass, cream |
| Other features? | Fold-out handle | Detachable carry strap |
| In the box | ||
| Charger/cables? | USB-C power adapter | USB-A to USB-C |
| Accessories? | - | Detachable carry strap |
| More info | ||
| Model number | SRS-XG300 | 1006034, 1006262 |
| User guide / manual | Help Guide | Full manual |
| Official site link: | Sony.com | Marshall.com |
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