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KEF's LS Luxe: A curved, active wireless system targeting hi‑fi supremacy
hi-fi24 days ago

KEF's LS Luxe: A curved, active wireless system targeting hi‑fi supremacy

KEF’s LS Luxe is its most ambitious wireless active speaker to date, priced around £3500/$4000/AU$6375, and designed to outperform a traditional hi‑fi system of the same total price thanks to built‑in amplification and streaming. It uses KEF’s 12th‑generation Uni‑Q driver array with MAT, plus Velocity Control Technology and bespoke Class D (bass) and Class A/B (treble) amplification. The curved Ross Lovegrove design reduces diffraction and increases internal volume for stronger bass and a more three‑dimensional sound, while prioritising ease of use and room compatibility. KEF’s CTO Dr. Jack Oclee‑Brown emphasizes a consistent KEF tuning philosophy across products and views Luxe as a notable evolution toward high‑end, user‑friendly listening in a single package.

"Top 11 Bookshelf Speakers for 2024: Active, Passive, Hi-Fi Picks"
technology2 years ago

"Top 11 Bookshelf Speakers for 2024: Active, Passive, Hi-Fi Picks"

The article reviews the best bookshelf speakers for 2024, explaining the differences between active (powered) and passive speakers, their power requirements, and connection options. Active speakers have built-in amplification and often support wireless connections like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, while passive speakers require a separate amplifier but offer more versatility. The article also covers impedance and power specifications to help users choose the right amplifier for their speakers.