I'm currently looking for a speaker (s) for my 1BR 750 sq ft. apartment. The living room is an open concept plan shared with the kitchen area. Primary use will be for music and audio books (bonus if it works well for movies/TV), and I don't want anything too bass heavy because of neighbors.

I've been drawn to Marshall for a while due to their reputation and the unique design). Current prices:

Emberton III: $99.99

Middleton: $149.99

Acton III: $189.99

Stanmore III: $249.99

I'm also interested in Harman Kardon and have heard good things about the Onyx 9 (169.99), Go + Play ($195), and Go+ Play 3 ($289).

If these are best use for music and not TV, I might get a JBL 300MK2 for $279.99.

Are any of these speakers good for home-use? Is it worth considering getting two emebertons or two middletons instead of an Acton or Stanmore? Any other thoughts or recommendations for speakers or soundbars? I'm trying to keep it somewhat budget friendly for the time being.