Short answer: the Minirig 4. It ranks #7 of 177 medium speakers by sound quality, rated 4.3/5, at $229.95. The Marshall Emberton II ranks #126, rated 2.7/5, at $114, $115.95 cheaper, not enough of a saving to outweigh the sound-quality gap.
The Marshall Emberton II is the tougher pick. A tough waterproof speaker with Marshall styling, a very long battery and quick charging. It is rated IP67 against Splash resistant for the Minirig 4. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Minirig 4. Watch for: Strange unnatural echo-like sound coloration, bass not as deep as competitors.
The Minirig 4 is the better-sounding, louder option. A small, long lasting speaker that gets loud and can add a matching subwoofer, with a 30 hour battery. Alan Ross Reviews measured it at 106dB at full volume, against 88dB for the Marshall Emberton II. At 1.2 lbs (550 g) it weighs noticeably less than the Marshall Emberton II at 1.5 lbs (700 g). It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the Marshall Emberton II lacks. The tradeoff: Calls itself splash resistant and has no official water rating.
Buy the Minirig 4. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $115.95 you would save on the Marshall Emberton II does not close the gap.
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A tough waterproof speaker with Marshall styling, a very long battery and quick charging.
A small, long lasting speaker that gets loud and can add a matching subwoofer, with a 30 hour battery.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Marshall Emberton II | Minirig 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $114.00 | $229.95 |
| Ranked | #126 of 177 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #7 of 177 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 62Hz | 56Hz |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Latency | 80ms | 60ms |
| Maximum SPL | 88dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 106dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Party Mode | Yes (Marshall Stack) | - |
| Weight | 1.5 lbs (700 g) | 1.2 lbs (550 g) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | Splash resistant |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | AAC, SBC |
| Dimensions | 6.3” x 2.7” x 3” (160 x 68 x 76 mm) | 4” x 2.9” (101.6 x 73 mm) (diameter x height) |
| Drivers | 2x 2” full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators | 70mm custom driver |
| TWS | No | Yes (Bluetooth or cable) |
| EQ | Yes (3 presets via app) | Yes |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Omnidirectional | Yes | Pointing up |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Power Bank | No | Yes (USB-C) |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Amplifier Power | 20W | 50W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | No | - |
| Aux Latency | - | 0ms |
| Frequency Response | - | 60Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
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