Marshall: how can you identify a fake Marshall speaker?

A British brand, Marshall was initially known for its amplifiers used by the biggest music stars. Over the years, the brand has developed its range with a number of different products, including music speakers. With their little vintage effects and the quality of their sound, these speakers have met with huge success around the world. Unfortunately, counterfeiters are constantly rushing to replicate these iconic speakers with the sole aim of making a profit. To do this, they put counterfeit products up for sale on "second-hand" resale platforms or outside official shops. That's why, in this article, we give you our tips and advice on how to identify a fake Marshall speaker from the real thing.

The price :

The price is the first point to which you should pay particular attention. If the Marshall loudspeaker you want to buy is sold at a much lower price than the original one, you should be wary of the authenticity of the product.

Sometimes, when an offer seems too good to be true, it's because it's hiding something. But don't be fooled by this, as some swindlers imitate market prices.

The logo :

Also check the logo on your Marshall speaker. It tells you a lot about the authenticity of the product. The brand logo is a key element in the aesthetics of the brand.

The brand logo consists of the word "Marshall" written in cursive letters. Each letter of the logo should be clean and defined, with no smudges. Also check the positioning of the logo on the speaker by comparing it with the official photos of the speaker you want.

Packaging:

Let's move on to checking the packaging of the Marshall speaker you want to own. This may seem like an obvious detail, but it's nevertheless important to check.

In fact, the packaging of counterfeit speakers may contain spelling mistakes or badly executed logos. Fraudsters are notoriously careless when it comes to finishing touches. Look carefully at the small print on the packaging. If you see obvious spelling mistakes, you're probably dealing with a counterfeit speaker.

Also check the safety label on the packaging. Most branded product packaging features a holographic label. It is not uncommon for counterfeiters to forget to reproduce it.

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Connectivity :

The final point to pay attention to is connectivity, and more specifically the various connection ports. Your Marshall speaker should have USB charging ports, EQ controls and audio source switching capabilities.

Read the physical specifications of your loudspeaker on the brand's official website to make sure that all the connectivity ports are present. Also check the finish of the connection ports.

Secure the purchase of your Marshall speaker with Obvy :

We advise you to use Obvy to secure your transaction.

Obvy is a secure payment platform that helps you avoid the scams that are common in transactions between private individuals. When you make a transaction on Obvy, the funds are only credited to your seller when the buyer certifies that the goods purchased are in order. If this is not the case, you are automatically refunded and the item is returned to the seller.

By using Obvy to carry out transactions between private individuals, you can also benefit from payment in several instalments.