Marshall Emberton 2 VS Bose Soundlink Flex & JBL Flip 6 - [Sound Test] 

07:22 Marshall 08:12 Bose 09:01 JBL

When the Bose started playing, it made the Marshall sound cheap, that's just my own opinion.

Bose- Sound full, very well balanced sound and loud. Marshall- sounds very bright not much bass, almost sounds distorted. JBL -sounds unbalanced and muddy. Although the bass is there the highs are fighting to be hear and end up distorted. JBL is better than Marshall but bose takes the crown on this one

*Thank you for the detailed sound comparison. Appreciate it!* 🤗

Awesome sound comparison. Best I've seen. Really gave me the impressions of these models I've been looking for.

you can put them in 3 diffrent categories. Bose is most neutral sound. JBL is clubmusic and Marshal leans towards aucustic live music sound. If you try play the "correct" songs for each speaker they will come alive for real. There are 3 diffrent sound filters that are slightly tuned for diffrent consumers depending on the brand.

I have the Flip 6 and Emberton II. I love both, but I lean towards the Marshall more. Sound-wise, cannot go wrong with either purchase. The Marshall just looks cooler, has simple physical interface controls, has the longer battery life, is easy to pair up when juggling multplee sources, but most importantly, is shaped like a box. I tend to move my laptop table around often, and the Flip 6 would always roll off the edge. lol

Solid review as usual!

As a Marshall owner I have to bow deep down to the dust and unwillingly admit tha Bose sounded better in your test. But all in all I am very satisfied with my Marshall.

The Soundlink Flex would also be my choice between these three (for sound quality) although I think the Emberton 2 looks the best. Thank you for another great comparison! 👍

Pro presentation, surprised you don’t have at least 500k subscribers I’m sold on the Bose for sure having been on the fence about the Soundlink Mini when it first came out

It was time to replace my Bose Mini, and wanted to go with the JBL Flip 6 because I really like the look of it. After comparing the JBL and Bose Flex, I went with the Bose because of the quality of the sound. Plus they do have an automatic EQ adjustment depending on the position the speaker is in that really works and don't have to fiddle around with an app to adjust like you have to do with the JBL.

New to this channel, amazing review, awesome presentation, excelent quality! Got a new subscriber! Thank you!

Budget+bass • JBL Looks+battery life • Marshall Crystal clear sound+bass • Bose

In this comparison, the Bose sounded the best without a doubt. You had it playing louder than the other two, but even after adjusting the volume, it still just sounded more full-range and clear. 2nd place would be the Marshall, it was a bit more balanced, even though it missed the Bose's authority. The JBL was good, but a bit uneven in comparison. However, in other reviews, I found the three much closer together. I think the only way to find out which one fits for you is to try them live.

Great review man

Nice video bro! Getting my bose soundlink today. Thanks

just a little constructive crit - but as a listener trying to REALLY hear the differences, it helps to have shorter clips. maybe you could do a sequence of short ones in diff styles THEN do longer ones for overall atmospherics or grooves. the setup and presentation and visuals are fantastic.

thanks for the video. I never hear classical & jazz music when it comes to these sound-speakers. Is there a reason for it ? Or will that require a different level of audio? I am a classical concert pianist and like to take the device with me to play the backing tracks of the orchestra on other places

Keep up the great work. Thanks.

I’ve had the Bose soundlink flex for a few months and the sound & quality is really impressive for the price. My favorite portable speakers I’ve ever had! Wouldn’t of gotten them without all the raving RU-vid reviews on them! 😁

For me flip 6 is the winner and I have it . I’m very impressed of it’s sound quality and loudness.

Hi, which one would you recommend (maybe bought as a pair) to watch a film projected in the garden/terrace by my Samsung freestyle? Consider that I would need them as a secondari audio system to take in my suitcase on holiday. Thank you in advance for any reply.

I like this review even though I don’t invest in Bluetooth speakers since I have a very good pair of bookshelf speakers but good job my friend this was an excellent review

I just got the Bose soundlink flex. Phenomenal sound especially when volume is at maximum. No distortion clean sound. 👍🏼👍🏼

The Marshall sounds quieter overall in the sound test. I wonder if it just doesn't go as loud, or maybe the volume levels could be tweaked? The Marshall seems to beat the JBL in range--the bass and treble are better--but the JBL kills it in the midrange vocals. I like metal, so for me it's the Marshall. I would bet most people would lean toward the JBL.

😀😀Emberton 2 - Bose Soundlink Flex -JBL Flip 6 - Test I listened closely to the end... The conclusion was that they were all good. It was the best sound... Each sound had a different charm... Emberton charm... JBL charm. ...Bose's charm...everything was top-tier...I enjoy it in stereo with 2 Flip 6's...I also have an Emberton 1...I also want a Bose Soundlink Flex...I enjoyed watching the video. I was happy. Thank you...this is Korea ^^

Nice job review

the bose sounds 😳😳😳🤯 mind blowing

Hard to really compare the video on phone speakers. I listened to all three on store displays, which didn't allow as much volume control for fair comparison. All considered my home system, of course, blows all of them completely out if the water. Since the purchase and purpose is for portability, and the sound quality is competitive, with differences, I chose the Marshall for battery life, and decent bass for a small speaker. No regrets. Thanks for your time and effort.

As an Audio Engineer and mixer for the past 29 years.. it’s the JBL and Bose for me! The bass along with sound quality is superior and usually you sacrifice one for the other. The Apps EQ controls are great too! It lets you custom your sound

so professional testing. thanks for testing

Great comparison video. Can you do another comparison by including Earfun UBoom L and B&O Beosound Explore please? Or perhaps Bose Soundlink Flex vs. Earfun UBoom L?

Thank you so much. Super needed this comparison!

Thanks for sharing and comparison between the three. Bose wins it with tone quality.

Great informative video! You have an amazing voice and could easily listen to you for hours! Much respect from the uk.

Thank you for the comparison, very helpful to decide.

The Bose just sounds soo clear! Thank you for the amazing sound test, it helped me a lot 😊

In reality, what you are listening to this review on is going to shape how each speaker sounds, and also the microphone used to record it. I am using some Bose QuietComfort 15 headphones and they do fine but are not the best. I like the looks of the Marshall, then JBL then Bose. In listening to this, the Marshall sounds boxy, the Bose sounds smooth but a little lacking in base and the JBL sound clearer but also lacking in base. In reality, I am not sure you can trust listening to these reviews. Your best bet is to find a store and listen to the actual product. I have an old JBL Charge 2 which I love. Sounds great. I have a friend who has the Bose and he loves it. Side by side, they both sound really good, but really different. It is hard to describe. I really like this reviewer however as he give lots of good information.

Hi Ceonthemaking - Do you have a list or video about the best longevity? Audio quality not changing or dead batteries after years of use.

Great Job 👍🏾

I have the Flex, Bose Portable Speaker, Bose Soundlink Mini ll, and JBL Flip 5. I just purchased the B and O A1 2nd Gen yesterday and awaiting its arrival. My favorite speaker is the Flex because it checks all the boxes for listening pleasure and it is probably the best speaker on the market today. I've never heard a B and O speaker before so I am looking forward to see if it really is all that it has claimed to be.

I actually bought a Soundlink Flex and I've been happy with it. I agree it sounded the best in the tests. The JBL was a little tinny. I think maybe the Marshall could have used EQ.

I recently bought the Emberton 2 on Black Friday Sale for $119. I’m a manager and didn’t want the phone feature of the Bose because my office is shared and sometimes a call can be accidentally answered. I love the classic look, build quality, and sound over all because I play it at low volume. The Bose Sound Flex is a much better option for taking outside or where you can crank up the volume.

thank you 😊

I listened to all 3 at Target (granted each with their company demo setup) and the Emberton sounded like a speaker half the price of the Bose. The JBL as it always does to me sounds good until vocals kick in. They always sound so hallow like in an empty hallway. Great party speaker where clarity isn’t as important. The Bose sounded the best for sure…like really good with the Target demo. And I’ve heard different Bose speaker demos at Target over the many years and never really liked Bose sound…usually muffled vocals. But this Flex seems to have fixed the vocals clarity that I find most Bose to lack. I was most disappointed with the Emberton though. I had high hopes. Love the style, but It just sounded cheap, but at $160 it is anything but. One speaker I keep hearing good things about is the Earfun Uboom L. I am not a bass head and do prefer accurate clarity with a more balanced approach. Vocals are important to me with them being clear and slightly forward but not shrilling either. I already ordered a Bose Flex but I’m tempted to order the Uboom L as well for $60. In my YT listening I do prefer the Oluv tuning, but from what I hear that doesn’t come stock and you have to flash the speaker with a PC. I’m not too excited about doing that.

Been nice if you throw in some prices of these mini speaker boxes .

Great video my man! What’s the name of that song? That was a jam!

I CHOOSE BOSE OVER JBL AND MARSHALL WITHOUT NO DOUBT! 🥰

Out of these three, I choose the BOSE SoundLink Flex. It sounds really nice!

I just got the sound link and it’s the best choice if all u care about sound,who cares if looks simple!

nice audio shootout. 1. Bose 2. JBL 3.Marshall

i tried all these at best buy and the flex hands down

I like your reviews. They are really good. Clear and concise. My opinion is that, as you said, it depends on what people like. Personally, because of the music I listen to, rock mostly, I found the JBL terrible for my taste, and although I'm a Marshall lover, I have to give it BOSE, they win this round, at least in my eyes. Thanks for another great review. Cheers!

Thanks sir

Thank you. I am making it difficult for me to choose one. It is Bose or Marshall now.

Excellent review, subscribing now

Just got my marshall yesterday. It's sounds amazing people have put this down its just a Bluetooth speaker. If you want bigger sounds piece together a home stereo! Anything bigger, heavier and pricey is just defeating the purpose of small and convenient!

I'm ending up getting all three as various Xmas gifts. Just wanted to say you have good taste in music dude.

all 3 are very very good for what it is. take the cheapest and you do right i think ^^

Fair enough. But let's say someone is gifting Bose flex or Bose revolve 2. Then which would you pick?

Bose Flex is official. It's better than the original soundlink, and I loved that thing. The Flex sounds full, and the bass is NICE.

We also appreciate you. 🙏 Taddeo from Durham NC

Very big sound difference. Flex for sure.

This is this best review I've seen so far. But JBL all day bruh.

Great review and songs play down.

Marshall ! Battery double ! Tks ! I have sony xb33 from 3 yrs and still the baterry on full power is 6-7 h , so Marshall is Best for me!

The first song in the sound test is MILKK - Dasani Water I may be the only person who didn't know this, but I tracked it down, so if you were wondering, now you know.

Can anyone tell me what was the name of the first song that had been played in the sound test?

The Bose sound link flex is the best speaker Bose has made in years.

Why flex has got bluetooth 4.2 😭😭😭😭 I tried this in a store today and sound started cracking on just 8m range😭

That Bose killed the marshall ijs

I'm inside a Mail truck all day and listen to a little bit of everything music wise and some sports talk. Want the best sound but needs to compete against a loud fan(no ac in the trucks). Which of these do you think would sound better playing at a louder volume w/o getting too distorted?

Bose Bluetooth 4.2 in 2022 terrible idea

I have marshall but as from all these bose is really on top 🔝🙌it sounds so good

which one should i buy charge 5 or Soundlink Flex??? pls help!!!!! i concern about sound quality and sound clarity!!! portability and size factor doesn't make sense to me!!!!

I went with the Bose after sampling all three speakers. I have the first JBL Extreme that I use outdoors by our wide open pool area and I’m very happy with the sound quality and level, but I needed one that’s easier to carry around when traveling. The Bose just sounded better than the JBL Flip 6. I was almost swayed by the Marshall but I kept going back to Bose for the better sound quality. Very happy with the purchase. Can’t compare to the volume coming out of the Extreme. But I’ve also already replaced the battery in it twice in only 4 years.

nice sound test. overall, marshall seemed balanced thru all frequencies. jbl sounded like listening to music in a tin can. bose sounded like it had too much treble with good base, but without much mid range frequencies coming thru.

I thought about going for the Marshalls because of their premium look but now I’m gonna go towards the Bose link since it sounds better

Flip 6 even batter if you place on correct place front of mic

What is the sound test song?

which speaker is best for near field listening aand on low volume? i have other BtS that sounds big and good but only if i'm at a distance. I'm looking for something that sounds similar to my macm1 speaker but a little louder. Mostly i will use it in my room probably 1-2meters meters away from the speaker that is why i prefer something like a quietly loud BTS if there is such a thing 😁

When the Bose played, feels like no questions asked. Auto "W" 😅

There is one big disadvantage theta the marshall speaker has, it has a back fireing speaker. It need a wall to backfire the full noise at you.

i like marshal emberton sound, this is so warm and clear but volume is low also

I need a speaker for my scooter & that Marshall & that 360 degrees speaker sound like it's what I need the bose sound link sound nice but maybe to big for my scooter needs..glad you played some hip-hop type music these other cats ain't doing nothing but easy music which does really check all the boxes till you test it on Hip-hop music..👍🏽

I maybe the only one. But I felt JBL sounded better because of its clarity and deeper bass. And also I like its form factor more than other 2.

I find in these reviews I've seen the Emberton has a presence similar to a live performance. With a cleaner but not necessarily stronger bass. The Flex has a presence that isn't as crisp and "live" sounding as Emberton but has the sound.of a high quality wider range speaker. It has better bass reproduction but is more thumpy or tubby than it is punchy. Perhaps better suited to classical and supper club music. The JBL seems heavily weighted to the high and mid ranges and strongly suited to vocals. If battery life is your main concern, Emberton is your choice. If mono party sync of multiple speakers is your meed, any of them may do. But, if true L/R stereo, you'll have to go with Bose. I own two Flex and the separation on a crappy compressed YT playback is extremely discrete. It can be tricky setting it up without using the app and unfortunately it does not "remember" stereo mode after shutting down and you have to reset. I am using the newer Flex now lacking the speakerphone mic but latest firmware. Perhaps the will update with a function memory mode as well as EQ with all the competition on this segment.

Flip 6 for the best cleanest sound👍

I have Marshall Emberton 2 and Bose Soundlink Flex. The Bose handled 360 sound quality is better than Marshall. I can put Bose speaker at any position, the sound quality is very good.

My 1st goes with the Bose flex 2nd choice is JBL then 3rd place is marshall..

Whats the first song you used for the sound test??

PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO READ THIS. Just a thought on the JBL Flip 6 vs the Bose SoundLink Flex. They are the same size and according to the internet the bose has a larger transducer than the JBL but the JBL has a tweeter and an adjustable equalizer within the app where as at this time on the bose connect app there is not an equalizer to adjust the sound. But I have another bose speaker and it uses a different music app and it runs on the bose msuic app and in the bose music app it has an equalizer so you can adjust the bass and the treble to your liking. And in the JBL portable app you can do the same thing except you can also adjust the mid-range. Bose could add an EQ to there app in the future/near future. Bc I read on the internet that when the JBL flip 6 was released it did not have an adjustable eq within its app for its speakers. But now it has an eq in the app. I think with the equalizer off on the JBL the bose sounds better but with the eq on I think the JBL sounds better. So if bose added an equalizer that could change things. I know the speaker has position IQ technology where it’s supposed to adjust the sound depending on which way you lay it but it would be nice to be able to turn that off if you wanted to. A similar portable speaker called the sonos roam has a similar feature but in the sonos s2 app you can turn that feature off. In the bose app you cannot do that or on the speaker itself either. And also Sonos has an adjustable EQ within the app like the JBL. The bose is behind the times with that but I bet they’ll change for the better. I would turn position IQ off and have an equalizer set to my liking if I could. I prefer my bose soundlink flex to sit upright so it’s pointing at me but they say it will produce more bass if you lay it flat, in my testing this is true. A little more bass for sure. Which I like. But I shouldn’t have to lay it flat to get maximum bass output. And the speaker needs better rubber feet on it because sometimes it will move it self. Or vibrate itself off the table. So I would recommend not placing it near the edge of a table if you don’t have to. Thank you for whoever actually takes the time to read this.

What are the songs used?

Sound link and jbl for sure

I am in love with JBL sound 😍

Soundlink Flex just leaves all others in the dust.

I just hoped you would include hard rock music or metal in sound quality comparison. Guitar riffs and vocals might of different in that three speakers. Not all of your subscribers are in to RnB or Drum n Bass music. Thanks.

I have Bose Flex, Amberton 2 and jbl Flip 6 all. There is a clear difference between these three speakers at 60% or 100% sound. At 60%, Amberton 2 is good at expressing guitar music or soft ballad instrument music. Bose tends to sound thick in vocal or instrumental sounds in all music. jbl flip6 makes the sound of the instrument less and the rock music is the most It's a good expression. In 100% sound The boss is 80% sound-to-sound squishy and the worst of the above three products. It's not bad at around 60%, but the more you raise the volume, the worse it is. Amberton 2 maintains a clean sound without being crushed even in 100% sound. an expensive but worthwhile product. jbl flip6 also 100% In sound, rock music or all music express well without being crushed. If you're going to listen to the sound loudly with a small speaker, I think it's the best product for the price.

Bose..it's balanced in all manner