What’s new

• Price & availability: Acton IV is S$439, Stanmore IV is S$599. Both are in stock now at TC Acoustic’s webstore (tcacoustic.asia) and their store at The Adelphi.
• Colours: Black or cream.
• Auracast sync: Link multiple Acton IV or Stanmore IV units to play music in sync around the house. Already own an Acton III or Stanmore III? Marshall’s new Heddon streaming hub can bring those into the same setup too.
• Wider soundstage: New tweeters and waveguides spread sound more evenly across a room instead of just beaming from one sweet spot, with better stereo separation so instruments feel more distinct.
• Cleaner bass: The bass port’s been reshaped for tighter, more powerful low-end, and the cables now route from the bottom of the speaker so you can push it flush against a wall without muddying the sound.
• Dynamic Loudness: Automatically balances the tone as you adjust volume, so quiet listening still sounds full and loud listening doesn’t get harsh.
• Turntable-friendly: Both have RCA and AUX inputs built in, so vinyl fans can hook up a record player directly.

Worth knowing: the Stanmore IV is the bigger of the two, with a 5-inch woofer versus the Acton IV’s 4-inch – so it’ll fill a larger room and dig a bit deeper on bass. Both also support LDAC for better Bluetooth audio quality if your phone supports it.

Design-wise, nothing revolutionary here – classic Marshall aesthetic and that’s the point. You still get the PU leather wrap, salt-and-pepper grille, and brass control panel Marshall’s known for, just with an updated jog dial and a new customisable M-button for quick access to things like Spotify Tap. The cabinets are also FSC-certified wood, and parts like the knobs, feet, and grille can be swapped out if they wear down, so you’re not stuck replacing the whole unit down the line.

Where to buy

Acton IV (S$439) and Stanmore IV (S$599) are available now at tcacoustic.asia and TC Acoustic Store @ The Adelphi, in black or cream.

Marshall Stockwell III

The headline upgrade here is battery life – the Stockwell III now runs for over 40 hours on a single charge, which is double what the Stockwell II offered. That’s enough to run through about 800 songs without stopping to top up. When you do need a charge, 20 minutes with a 30W USB-C PD charger gives you 8 hours of play.

Sound-wise, it uses three drivers: a 3-inch woofer and two 1.75-inch wide-band drivers – arranged for 360° stereo coverage. Marshall calls this True Stereophonic, which means there’s no “dead side” wherever you’re standing. A Dynamic Loudness feature automatically adjusts bass and treble balance at lower volumes so things don’t sound thin when you’re playing it quietly.

It also doubles as a power bank via USB-C, handy if your phone is dying mid-session. The IP55 rating (up from IPX4 on the Stockwell II) means it handles both dust and water jets from any direction – suitable for outdoor use beyond just accidental splashes. Design-wise, it keeps the classic Marshall look: leather carry strap, top-mounted control dials, metal grille with the Marshall logo. Available in Black and Brass or Cream.

Emberton III Gets New Colours

At the same time, the Emberton III (S$299) is getting two new colourways – Vintage Black and Black & Silver if you want something more compact at a lower price point.

Where to Buy

The Marshall Stockwell III is now available in Singapore for S$379 at TC Acoustic. Both the Stockwell III and the updated Emberton III colourways are available now at tcacoustic.asia and the TC Acoustic Store at The Adelphi.

Price: S$329 | Available at: tcacoustic.asia and TC Acoustic Store @ The Adelphi

Key features

The headline number here is the battery – 80 hours with ANC off, or 50+ hours with it on. That’s enough to get you through a full work week of commuting without reaching for a charger. The ANC itself is adaptive, meaning it reads your surroundings in real time and adjusts the noise cancellation level automatically which is useful when you’re jumping between the MRT, a hawker centre, and an air-conditioned office.

The Milton A.N.C. also packs LDAC support alongside Bluetooth 6.0 with LE-Audio, so if you’re streaming from a compatible Android device, you’re getting noticeably better audio quality wirelessly. And if you want the best possible quality, there’s wired USB-C playback too. A 5-band EQ and Soundstage spatial audio are available through the Marshall app, and the M button on the ear cup is customisable to your liking.

Design-wise, it’s unmistakably Marshall: square TPU ear cups with textured leather finish, brass logo hardware, powder-coated metal arms. The ear cushions have been upgraded with softer memory foam and are a bit bigger than on the Major V which is good news for those of us doing longer listening sessions. The whole thing folds flat for bag-friendly portability, and the battery is user-replaceable, which is a genuinely rare feature at this price point.

Where to Buy

The Marshall Milton A.N.C. is available from 27 May 2026 at S$329 via TC Acoustic’s webstore at tcacoustic.asia and in person at TC Acoustic Store @ The Adelphi. Currently available in Black; Brown and Cream colourways are coming later in the year.

The THUS Chip – What It Actually Does

The THUS chip uses a “compute-in-memory” design, which means the AI model and the processor live in the same place. That’s a departure from how most chips work. Normally data has to shuttle back and forth between memory and the processor on every cycle. By removing that back-and-forth, the chip uses far less power and takes up far less physical space, which matters a lot when you’re fitting it inside an earbud.

Anker claims the THUS chip delivers 150 times more AI computing power compared to earlier Soundcore models. In April 2026, the Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro received a Guinness World Records title for achieving the highest G-MOS speech-quality rating ever recorded for true wireless earbuds during objective evaluation tests. We can expect the result in real life to have cleaner voice isolation in loud environments like MRT stations, hawker centres, and busy offices.

Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro & Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max

Both the Liberty 5 Pro and Liberty 5 Pro Max use a 10-sensor array made up of eight MEMS microphones and two bone-conduction sensors, all powered by a large neural network running locally on the THUS chip. The MEMS microphones capture the surrounding soundscape, while the bone-conduction sensors pick up vibrations from the speaker’s skull that are directly linked to the user’s voice and unaffected by ambient airborne noise. By analyzing both inputs together in real time, the THUS™ chip delivers significantly more accurate voice isolation than systems that rely solely on microphones.

Adaptive ANC 4.0 continuously analyzes surrounding and in-ear noise in real time, automatically adjusting its cancellation strength to suit different environments and sound frequencies. By dynamically balancing noise reduction and ear pressure, it provides a more comfortable long-listening experience while delivering up to twice the ANC performance of the Liberty 4 Pro.

HearID 5.0 creates a customized EQ based on the user’s hearing profile through an in-app assessment, while AI Sound Enhancement helps recover audio detail commonly lost during Bluetooth compression, restoring up to 65% of degraded sound information.Both models support multipoint pairing for up to three devices, along with Apple Find My, Google Fast Pair, Bluetooth 6.1, and IP55-rated dust and water protection. Battery life is estimated at 6.5 hours with ANC enabled, extending to 28 hours with the charging case.

The Liberty Pro Max carries all of the above and adds a neat AI feature that makes it genuinely different. The charging case doubles as a standalone voice recorder with eight built-in microphones – useful for students, journalists, or anyone who regularly captures meetings or lectures. But it is not just a regular voice recorder, it is an AI note taker. It can record sessions without a connected phone, then generates transcripts, speaker identification, and action items via the Soundcore app. If you used Granola before, it’s probably something similar.

Where to Buy

The Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Series is expected to launch on 6 June 2026 in Singapore. Keep an eye on Shopee, Lazada, and soundcore.com for local pricing and any launch promotions.

Pick up an activity card at the redemption booth when you arrive. Collect stamps from any three zones and you’ll unlock an exclusive JBL gift bundle – including JBL merchandise worth up to S$288 and a 20% off voucher for the JBL Online Store.

Five Zones, One Atrium

The pop-up is divided into five themed zones, each tied to a different lifestyle and a different set of JBL products:

Zone 1 – Beats Unleashed features the new JBL BandBox Solo & Trio, AI-powered amplifiers built for musicians. You can switch between solo practice mode and group jamming – a neat setup for anyone curious about what these look and sound like in a live environment.

Gift with Purchase: Receive a limited edition JBL Music Stand for every JBL Bandbox Solo or Trio purchase. Limited availability daily, while stock lasts.

Zone 2 – Sound Is Survival puts you in a first-person shooter with JBL’s Quantum 250, 650, and 950 gaming headsets. Gameplay is projected live so spectators can follow the action, and one JBL Quantum 650 (worth S$299) is given away per day to the top scorer.

Gift with Purchase: A S$30 Steam gift card with any purchase of the JBL Quantum 650 or 950 headset. Limited availability daily, while stock lasts. 

Zone 3 – Hustle Loud transforms Sinpopo Café into a co-working space where you can test the just-launched JBL Live 680NC and 780NC headphones in actual work-like conditions. It’s the Singapore debut of the new Live Series – so this is your first chance to hear them in person.

Gift with Purchase: A Sinpopo Cake Set (worth S$12) with every purchase of a JBL Live headphone. Limited availability daily, while stock lasts. 

Zone 4 – Adventure Unmuted is an outdoor camping-themed setup where you can get hands-on with the PartyBox lineup and portable speakers like the Flip 7, Charge 6, and BoomBox 4. There’s also a short quiz to help you figure out which speaker suits your lifestyle.

Gift with Purchase: Get a limited-edition speaker strap and customise it at the D.I.Y Echo Charms Bar with any purchase of the JBL Grip, JBL Flip 7 or JBL Charge 6 portable speakers. Limited availability daily, while stock lasts.

Zone 5 – Style Amplified is about the open-ear lineup – the Sense Lite, Sense Pro, and Soundgear Clips. It doubles as a styling bar with a colour analysis activity, matching earwear to outfits. A fun angle for anyone who cares as much about how something looks as how it sounds.

Gift with Purchase: Redeem a limited-edition clip-on charm accessory with every JBL Soundgear Clips purchase at the D.I.Y Echo Charms Bar. Or, grab a TEC Roti pouch, a JBL collab piece with local lifestyle brand The Everyday Club, with the purchase of the JBL Sense Pro, JBL Sense Lite or JBL Endurance Zone. Limited availability daily, while stock lasts.

DIY Charms Bar & Live Music on the Weekend

There’s also a D.I.Y Echo Charms Bar where buyers of the JBL Grip, Flip 7, or Charge 6 can personalise a limited-edition speaker strap with charms. JBL Soundgear Clips buyers get a clip-on charm accessory too.

On 18 and 19 April (Saturday and Sunday), local indie musicians will perform 30-minute live sets at the pop-up. No ticketing required — just show up.

Where and When

‘JBL: Live Your Sound’ Pop-Up is held at Funan, Level 1 Atrium

• 15 – 19 April 2026
• Free admission

Gifts-with-purchase apply to purchases made at Funan retailers (Best Denki, Courts, Challenger, Gain City, T K Foto) or the JBL Online Store during the same period.

Sonos Play

Price: S$549 | Available at: TCAcoustic.asia, Sonos Flagship Store @ Wheelock Place, Lazada, Shopee, and authorised retailers

The Sonos Play is a hybrid – it works as a home speaker on Wi-Fi and doubles as a portable Bluetooth speaker when you head out. It has a 24-hour battery, IP67 water resistance, and comes with a wireless charging base so it stays docked at home when you’re not on the move. There’s also a built-in power bank to top up your phone on the go, plus a removable fabric loop for easy carrying.

One genuinely useful new trick: you can group up to four Sonos Play or Move 2 speakers over Bluetooth when you’re away from home. Just connect to your phone via Bluetooth, hold the Play/Pause button on the other speakers, and they sync up – no Wi-Fi needed. Automatic Trueplay tuning adjusts the sound based on where you are, indoors or out. Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and voice control are all supported. The battery is also user-replaceable, which is a nice sustainability move.

Sonos Era 100 SL

Price: S$349 | Available at: TCAcoustic.asia, Sonos Flagship Store @ Wheelock Place, Lazada, Shopee, and authorised retailers

The Era 100 SL is essentially the Era 100 minus the microphones, making it Sonos’ most affordable non-portable speaker. It still has the same two angled tweeters and single mid-woofer setup for stereo-like sound, plus Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Apple AirPlay 2, and a USB-C port for line-in audio (adapter sold separately). No voice assistant means it’s a good pick for anyone who doesn’t want a mic sitting in their living room. It can also function as rear surround speakers in a Sonos home theatre setup.

Where to Buy

Both speakers are available for pre-order now at TCAcoustic.asia, the Sonos Flagship Store @ Wheelock Place, and Sonos stores on Lazada and Shopee, as well as authorised retailers. General availability starts 7 April 2026. If you want to hear them in person before then, head to the Sonos pop-up at Wheelock Place (until 22 March) or catch them at IT Show 2026 at Suntec (12–15 March).

Speakers

The Sonos Era 100, Sonos Roam 2, Marshall Acton III, and Marshall Emberton III are some of the best sellers, and new colors are also available as well.

Sonos Era 100: S$314 ($55 off)

Compact, stylish, and surprisingly powerful, the Sonos Era 100 makes a fantastic home speaker gift for just about anyone. It offers rich stereo sound, deep bass for its size, and support for WiFi, Bluetooth, and AirPlay 2. It can even be paired for stereo or added into a larger Sonos setup. It’s the perfect “first Sonos speaker” or a great addition to an existing home setup.

Great for: new homeowners, apartment dwellers, home-office setups, or anyone who wants easy, reliable room-filling sound.

Sonos Roam 2: S$269 ($60 savings)

The Sonos Roam 2 is the ultimate “take-anywhere” smart speaker, and its new colors (Sunset, Olive, and Wave) make it a stylish gift option this season. Lightweight, waterproof, and built for portability, it works seamlessly whether you’re at home on WiFi or on the go via Bluetooth. It delivers convenience and quality in a compact package.

Great for: hikers, beach-goers, frequent travellers, students, or anyone who wants a small speaker that does everything.

Marshall Acton III: S$439 ($60 savings)

A stylish home speaker with that iconic Marshall look. The Acton III delivers warm, room-filling sound despite its relatively compact size, making it a versatile pick for bedrooms, living rooms, or workspaces. A new refreshed Burgundy finish adds a festive, premium touch ideal for the holidays. It doubles as a speaker and a décor piece.

Great for: design lovers, home entertainers, new homeowners, or anyone who loves a blend of style and sound.

Marshall Emberton III: S$259 ($40 off)

Small but mighty, the Marshall Emberton III is one of the nicest looking portable Bluetooth speakers around. It delivers punchy, full sound in every direction and boasts more than 30 hours of battery life. Plus, it’s rugged, waterproof, dustproof, and built to survive outdoor adventures. Slip it into a backpack, bring it to a picnic, or use it for holiday gatherings.

Great for: travellers, outdoor enthusiasts, campers, beach lovers, or anyone who wants music with them everywhere.

Headphones & Earbuds

The Sonos Ace and Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 are the top picks for headphones, while the Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 now come in a new color.

Sonos Ace: S$499 ($130 off)

If you’re shopping for someone who wants a truly elevated listening experience, the Sonos Ace is an amazing pick. These are Sonos’ first-ever over-ear headphones, and they deliver impressive sound quality with detailed highs, rich mids, and controlled bass. The noise cancellation is strong, comfort is excellent, and battery life hits around 30 hours. They even support spatial audio and seamless device switching which makes it ideal for movie nights, music sessions, and long flights.

Great for: frequent travellers, commuters, movie lovers, or anyone upgrading to premium wireless headphones.

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2: S$919 ($80 off)

If you’re looking for a true luxury gift, the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 is hard to beat. These flagship headphones combine exquisite craftsmanship with beautifully refined sound. Expect a wide soundstage, detailed clarity, tight bass, and excellent noise cancellation. They’re the kind of headphones that look stunning while delivering solid audio experience.

Great for: audiophiles, business travellers, creative professionals, or anyone who appreciates top-tier audio gear.

Bowers & Wilkins Pi8: S$599 ($100 savings)

For someone who prefers earbuds over big headphones but still wants premium sound, the Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 is a standout option. These true wireless earbuds offer excellent audio detail, strong noise cancellation, and a comfortable fit. Now available in a sleek Dark Burgundy finish that feels extra gift-worthy.

Great for: commuters, jet setters, gym users, or anyone who wants high-end sound in a compact form.

Anker Laptop Powerbank (A1695): 25,000mAh Carry-On Power

The Anker Laptop Powerbank delivers 165W 4-port fast charging with dual built-in USB-C cables, eliminating cable clutter. It can bring a MacBook Air (M3) to 50% in 21 minutes and features a TFT colour display that shows real-time charging info and animations. With enough capacity to charge an iPhone 16 up to 4.5 times, it’s flight-safe and perfect for business trips. Available in Black and Grey at S$159.99.

Anker Nano Retractable Powerbank (A1638): Pocketable Power, No Cable Mess

The Nano Retractable Powerbank packs a 10,000mAh capacity and 45W max output (PPS 2.0) in a compact, flight-approved body. Its 70cm retractable cable stretches for convenience, then tucks away neatly. A TFT display shows remaining power at a glance. Available in Black, White, Blue, and Pink for S$79.99.

Anker Nano Wireless Powerbank (A1665): Slim Qi2 Fast Charging

Designed for iPhone 12–16 series, the Nano Wireless Powerbank offers 15W Qi2 wireless charging and 20W wired input/output in a credit card–sized design. Smart temperature control keeps it cool under load, making it ideal for travel or desk setups. Available in Black and White for S$89.99.

Anker Nano Retractable Car Charger & 45W Room Charger

The Nano Retractable Car Charger (A2738) delivers up to 75W total output with a retractable cable and ActiveShield™ 2.0 for safe, fast charging. Available in Grey for S$39.99. The Nano 45W Room Charger (B2692) supports PowerIQ™ 3.0, PPS, and Samsung Super-Fast Charging 2.0, featuring ActiveShield™ 3.0 with 6 million daily temperature checks. Available in Black and White for S$49.99.

Soundcore Sleep A30: Smart ANC Earbuds for Better Sleep

From Anker’s audio sub-brand Soundcore, the Sleep A30 earbuds combine Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), Passive Noise Cancellation (PNC), and AI-powered soundscapes to help users fall and stay asleep. Features include Adaptive Snore Masking, Brainwave Audio for relaxation, and sleep tracking in the Soundcore app. With a 9-hour battery life (45 hours with case) and a slimmer build for side-sleeping comfort, it’s available in White and Green for S$270, or S$249 during the October 2025 launch promotion.

Availability in Singapore

The Anker Nano Series, Anker Laptop Powerbank, and Soundcore Sleep A30 are now available in Singapore via the official Anker website, Shopee, Lazada, and leading retailers. The launches mark a major step in Anker Innovations’ growth across charging and audio technologies, offering smarter tools for work, travel, and rest.

This collaboration reflects Sennheiser’s commitment to creating products that engage multiple senses. The headphone collection showcases a range of artwork from artists with diverse backgrounds, offering consumers the opportunity to personalize their headphones with artist-designed stickers.

Supported by The Art Faculty, which promotes neurodiverse talent, this initiative gives these artists a platform to display their creativity. The premium noise-cancelling headphones, such as the MOMENTUM 4 Wireless, ACCENTUM Wireless, and ACCENTUM Plus Wireless, come with high-quality, durable stickers that users can apply to their devices.

The exclusive stickers, featuring designs like “Dino” by Seetoh Sheng Jie, “Paper Boats” by Chester Sim, and “Monster Robot” by Joshua Lim, are available starting September 9, 2024, with the purchase of select Sennheiser headphones for a limited time.

Drawing on the comforts of a home, the new Sonos Flagship Store features three areas – (1) the Multi-Room Zone, (2) Spatial Audio Experience Wall and (3) Private Listening Room that showcase the standout features of a Sonos home system.

Multi-Room Zone

The Multi-Room Zone is designed to resemble how Sonos can be integrated in people’s homes, with areas that simulate a kitchen, a living room and a bedroom. WIth multi-room audio, you can hear the same music in multiple rooms at the same time.

Spatial Audio Experience Wall

The Spatial Audio Experience Wall features Sonos’s latest product and sound technology and is designed for customers to discover and hear how spatial listening, an immersive sound experience, is like.

Private Listening Room

The Private Listening Room features the ultimate Sonos home theatre dual sub set-up for all Sonos fans or movie enthusiasts who want to bring a cinema-like experience into their homes. For tech enthusiasts, the private listening room is also a smart home set-up.

Consultation and try outs

Homeowners who are serious about setting up a great acoustic environment for movies or music in their home can bring along their floor plan to the store and get a one-on-one personalised consultation with their audio specialist.

The new Sonos Flagship Store by TC Acoustic will showcase Sonos’s full line-up of product offerings – from the all-in-one speakers such as the Sonos Era 100 and Era 300, the home theatre products such as the Sonos Arc, Sonos Beam and Sonos Sub, to Sonos in-ceiling speakers and Sonos-compatible mounting accessories for an alternative audio system set-up in your home.

In celebration of Sonos flagship store’s grand opening, TC Acoustic will be giving away a Sonos home kit (a room spray and a candle) to the first 100 customers who make a purchase at the newly launched store. They will also be hosting a number of fun workshops and events for their fans such as Sonos Hacks in the coming months