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Marshall Emberton III | Over 32 Hours Playtime | IP67 Dust and Water Protection | 670g Weight | Bluetooth LE Audio Ready
Bag-sized stage presence for matatu rides, student hostels and Sunday picnics at Karura.
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Note: price and availability are subject to change without prior notice
Marshall Emberton III is in stock at Mascom International, priced at KSh 20,500 and sold brand new and sealed. This compact Bluetooth speaker from Marshall measures 160 x 68 x 76.9mm and weighs 670g, with one 2-inch full-range driver, two passive radiators for bass and 38W of Class D amplification. Marshall claims more than 32 hours of playtime, and the IP67 rating guards against dust and water. Bluetooth 5.3 LE connects it to your phone, and a built-in microphone handles calls. Marshall also lists Dynamic Loudness, which keeps music full at low volume, and True Stereophonic sound that spreads in many directions. Collect the Marshall Emberton III from our Kimathi Street shop in Nairobi CBD, or order it for delivery.
Built for university students, commuters, hostel dwellers and weekend hikers, the Marshall Emberton III plays music in places a larger speaker cannot go. Slip it into a backpack for a matatu ride to Kenyatta University or a picnic at Karura, and the IP67 body copes with rain, dust and spills. At home it fills a bedroom or kitchen with clear sound. When KPLC drops the lights, more than 32 hours of battery keeps the music going for days, with no hunt for a socket. An LED strip shows battery and volume, so you never guess the charge before leaving home.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya, Mascom International lets you test the Marshall Emberton III at the counter before you commit. Customers across Nairobi tell us a compact Marshall is the first speaker they buy and the one they carry most often. Order for pay-on-arrival delivery, or come to Kimathi Street and leave with it today. Either way, the Marshall Emberton III comes with a 12-month warranty and a shop you can walk back into.
Common Questions About the Marshall Emberton III
How much is the Marshall Emberton III in Kenya?
The Marshall Emberton III costs KSh 20,500 at Mascom International in Nairobi, brand new and sealed. That price includes a 12-month warranty and pay-on-arrival delivery to all 47 counties. A wall adapter is not part of the deal; use any USB-C charger from home or buy one at our shop. It sits KSh 18,500 below the Marshall Middleton II and KSh 20,500 below the Marshall Kilburn III, which makes it the easiest Marshall to start with. Ask at the counter and we will pair it with your phone first.
How long does the Marshall Emberton III battery last, and how do I charge it?
Marshall claims more than 32 hours of playtime on one charge. That is about four and a half days at seven hours a day. A full recharge takes about two hours over USB-C, and the speaker accepts fast charging at up to 15W with a separate adapter. Any phone fast charger with a USB-C cable works, which suits a student sharing one socket in a hostel. Loud listening drains the battery sooner, so top it up before a long trip.
Should I buy the Marshall Emberton III or the Marshall Middleton II?
Buy the Marshall Emberton III if you carry the speaker daily and want to spend KSh 20,500. It weighs 670g, matches the Middleton II on IP67 and has the same built-in microphone. The Marshall Middleton II costs KSh 18,500 more and brings twin 7.6cm woofers, 60W plus 20W of amplification, and bass and treble buttons for bigger rooms and beach days. If you mostly listen alone or in a small group, the Emberton III is enough. Both come brand new and sealed with a 12-month warranty from Mascom International.
Is the Marshall Emberton III good for Kenyan commutes and rainy days?
Yes. The IP67 rating seals out dust and survives immersion in water up to 1 metre for 30 minutes, so a downpour on a Nairobi afternoon or a dusty walk through town will not harm it. The 670g body slips into a backpack. An LED strip shows battery level, and more than 32 hours of playtime means a long KPLC outage will not silence it. Rinse off mud with fresh water and dry the speaker before charging. Never leave it on a car dashboard in the sun, because heat shortens battery life.
Who should buy the Marshall Emberton III, and who should skip it?
The Marshall Emberton III suits university students, commuters, hikers and anyone who wants a small speaker for a bedroom, kitchen or backpack. Skip it if you host parties for large groups; the Marshall Kilburn III at KSh 41,000 has a 4-inch woofer made for bigger spaces. Skip it too if you want bass and treble buttons on the speaker, since the Emberton III has none, while the Marshall Middleton II offers them. If neither need applies, the Emberton III is a sensible, portable starting point.
Can I take calls on the Marshall Emberton III?
Yes. A built-in microphone lets the Marshall Emberton III work as a speakerphone, and a small LED shows when the microphone is active. The Marshall app also offers a Voice preset for speech. Calls from WhatsApp, Google Meet and your mobile network all play through it. The speaker suits a quiet room or a small group, because a noisy street will drown out the microphone. For private calls, use your phone or earbuds.
What does the Marshall app add to the Marshall Emberton III?
The optional Marshall app, available on Android and iOS, offers three sound presets named Marshall, Push and Voice. It does not offer a custom equaliser. It also shows the battery percentage and lets you choose a battery preservation mode: Standard, Medium or off. The speaker works without the app, because the joystick-style button on top controls volume, play, pause and track skipping. Install the app if you want the percentage readout or a different preset. Presets change the tone balance only, so volume and pairing stay on the speaker.
Is the Marshall Emberton III worth buying in Kenya at KSh 20,500?
For most buyers, yes. With a 12-month warranty, the price works out to about KSh 56 a day over the first year. In return you get IP67 protection, more than 32 hours per charge, a built-in microphone and Marshall's amplifier styling. Cheaper speakers exist, so listen to the Marshall Emberton III beside them in our shop and judge the clarity yourself. Then decide whether the extra cost buys you a better daily companion.
Technical Specifications
Audio Hardware
- One 2-inch full-range driver — a single speaker cone that covers bass, voices and treble from one point
- Two passive radiators — unpowered panels that move with the driver to deepen bass without adding size
- 38W of Class D amplification — an efficient amplifier type that gives clear volume without heating the body
- True Stereophonic sound — Marshall's design that spreads sound in many directions instead of one forward beam
- 38W amplifier for one driver — plenty of volume for a bedroom, kitchen or small group, though not for a hall
- Dynamic Loudness — adjusts the tone balance so music keeps its body at low volume
- Three app presets named Marshall, Push and Voice — quick tone choices, with no custom equaliser
Wireless Connectivity
- Bluetooth 5.3 LE — a current version that pairs quickly with Android phones, iPhones and laptops
- LE Audio ready — prepared for the newer Bluetooth audio standard on phones that support it
- Bluetooth button on the body — press it to pair a new phone or laptop in seconds
- Pairing LED — a light shows when the speaker is searching for a device or connected to one
- Built-in microphone — handles hands-free calls and speakerphone use for WhatsApp and Meet
- Range suited to one room or a small garden — walls shorten the distance between the speaker and your phone
- Marshall app on Android and iOS — optional, for presets and battery information
Battery
- More than 32 hours of playtime, as claimed by Marshall — about four and a half days at seven hours a day
- Lighter use stretches further — at two hours a day, more than 32 hours lasts over two weeks
- Full recharge in about two hours over USB-C — plug in at lunch and it is ready by evening
- Fast charging at up to 15W — needs a separate USB-C adapter, which is not part of the speaker
- Battery percentage in the Marshall app — shows exactly how much charge remains
- Battery preservation modes of Standard, Medium or off — limit charge to protect the cells if the speaker sits plugged in for weeks
- LED strip on the body — shows battery and volume levels without opening any app
Build and Durability
- IP67 rating — dust-tight and able to survive immersion in water up to 1 metre for 30 minutes
- Dust-tight sealing — sand and grit stay out of the casing, which suits hikes and beach days
- Weight of 670g — light enough to carry all day in a backpack
- Size of 160 x 68 x 76.9mm — fits on a shelf, a desk or a bag side pocket
- Black, cream, brown, midnight blue and sage finishes — confirm which colour is in stock on WhatsApp
- Marshall amplifier styling with a gold-toned central button — looks at home on a desk or shelf
- Price of KSh 20,500 across the 12-month warranty — about KSh 56 a day
Controls and Inputs
- Joystick-style central button — one control handles volume, play, pause and track skipping
- Central control placement — the gold-toned button sits in the middle of the speaker, easy to find by touch
- Separate power and Bluetooth buttons — switch on and pair without opening any app
- No dedicated bass or treble buttons — tone changes happen through the three app presets
- One USB-C port on the side — the speaker's only port, used for charging
- Microphone LED — lights when the microphone is active, so you know when a call can hear the room
Package Contents
The Marshall Emberton III arrives brand new and sealed in Marshall's box. Inside you will find the speaker and a USB-C charging cable. A wall adapter is not included, so ask us for a compatible USB-C charger when you buy. Our team will pair the speaker with your phone at the counter if you want help with the first connection.
Warranty
The Marshall Emberton III ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Claims are handled at our service desk in Nairobi CBD, so you return to the shop that sold it to you.
Where to Buy the Marshall Emberton III in Kenya
The Marshall Emberton III is available now at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and you can press play at the counter before you buy. Marshall makes it in black, cream, brown, midnight blue and sage, so message us to confirm the colour on the shelf.
Questions before you visit? Contact us here:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Delivery is pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery, and Kisumu, Eldoret, Nyeri and other major towns receive it the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
The 12-month warranty above stands behind your purchase. We give you honest specifications, accurate pricing and after-sales help that does not end at the till.
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