| Name | Klipsch Flexus Core 100 | Marshall Heston 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $349 | $699.99 |
| Released | 2024 | 2025 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Check price: | Amazon | Marshall, Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 2.1 | 5.1 |
| Expandable up to: | 4.2 (add rears, sub) | - |
| Woofers (mid or full-range) - total | 2: 2× 2.25″ full range | 5: 5× 1.25″ full range |
| Tweeters - total | 0 | 0 |
| Subwoofers | 2× 4.0″ (built-in) | 2× 3″ (built-in) |
| Audio specifications | ||
| Watts RMS | 100 W | Not specified |
| Frequency range | 45 Hz - 20 kHz | 45 Hz - 20 kHz |
| DTS:X support | No | Virtual |
| Dolby Atmos support? | Virtual | Virtual |
| Surround sound? | No | Virtual |
| Other 3D audio formats? | None | None |
| Other (notable) sound features? | Dialog Boost | Voice mode - clear dialogue |
| Sound calibration? | No | Yes, room correction |
| Connectivity & ports | ||
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Wi-Fi | ❌ | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Ethernet port (RJ45) | ✔ | ❌ |
| HDMI (e)ARC out port? | 1× eARC | 1× eARC |
| HDMI in ports? (passthrough) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Optical port? (TOSLINK) | ✔ | ❌ |
| 3.5 mm AUX port? | ❌ | ✔ |
| USB port? | USB-C (playback) | USB-C (charging only) |
| Other audio ports | Subwoofer out (RCA) | Subwoofer out |
| Wireless setup & control | ||
| Official app? | Klipsch Connect Plus | Marshall app |
| Voice assistant? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Chromecast built-in? | ❌ | ✔ |
| AirPlay? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Alexa cast? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Multiroom? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Wireless subwoofer(s)? | Optional: max 1 subwoofer: Flexus SUB 100 (10″) | 200 (12″) | Optional: max 1 subwoofer: Heston Sub 200, or wired sub |
| Wireless surrounds? | Optional: max 2 surrounds: Flexus SURR 100 | 200 | ❌ |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Speakers in set: | Soundbar | Soundbar |
| Size (cm W×H×D): | 71.11×7.6×12.7 | 73.0×6.80×12.4 |
| Size (inch W×H×D): | 28×3×5 | 28.74×2.68×4.88 |
| Weight (kg): | 4.54 | 2.76 |
| Weight (lbs): | 10 | 6.08 |
| Wall mountable? | Yes, with included wall mount kit | Yes, with included wall mount kit |
| Color options: | Black, Gray/walnut | Black, Cream |
| Accessories in the box | HDMI cable, Flexus Remote 100, wall mount kit | HDMI cable, wall mounting kit |
| More info | ||
| Model number | 1071980, 1071981 | 1008949 (Black), 1008950 (Cream) |
| User guide / manual | Manual | Full manual |
| Official site link | Klipsch.com | Marshall.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Marshall, Amazon |
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