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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.

KEF LS Luxe redefines wireless hi-fi with MAT and Uni-Q
technology25 days ago

KEF LS Luxe redefines wireless hi-fi with MAT and Uni-Q

KEF's LS Luxe is the company’s most ambitious wireless speaker system to date, pairing a 12th‑generation Uni‑Q driver array with Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT), Velocity Control Technology (VECO) and Music Integrity Engine (MIE) DSP for clearer highs, tighter bass and improved detail. It streams via KEF Connect (AirPlay, Spotify, Tidal, QPlay and more), supports PCM up to 24-bit/384kHz and DSD128, and offers wired HDMI eARC, analog, optical and coax inputs plus room‑calibration via an app. Priced at £3,500 per pair, it’s marketed as a luxury, design‑forward wireless hi‑fi system.

KEF LS Luxe: mature, feature-rich premium wireless hi‑fi
technology26 days ago

KEF LS Luxe: mature, feature-rich premium wireless hi‑fi

KEF’s LS Luxe is a premium wireless stereo system priced around £3,500 / $4,000 / AU$6,375, delivering a mature, detailed sound with strong bass for its compact standmount form thanks to KEF’s Uni-Q/MAT tech and Velocity Control, plus a comprehensive streaming/connectivity suite and KEF Connect app for room calibration; while sonics and build are exceptional, the bold curved design isn’t for everyone and the optional S-Luxe stands add significant cost.

"KEF Unveils New Subwoofer Lineup, Including 11-Hz-Capable 'Force-Cancelling' Sub"
technology2 years ago

"KEF Unveils New Subwoofer Lineup, Including 11-Hz-Capable 'Force-Cancelling' Sub"

KEF introduces four new Kube MIE subwoofers with sizes ranging from 8" to 15" and featuring front-firing drivers, amplifiers, and wireless compatibility, with prices starting at £599. Additionally, the company unveils the KC92 subwoofer, a larger model with side-firing force-cancelling drivers, twin 500 Watt Class D amplifiers, and enhanced bass capabilities down to 11Hz, priced at £2499. All models are set to ship at the end of the month.

"Introducing KEF's Affordable LSX II LT Wireless HiFi Speakers with AirPlay"
technology2 years ago

"Introducing KEF's Affordable LSX II LT Wireless HiFi Speakers with AirPlay"

KEF has launched the LSX II LT Wireless Hi-Fi Speakers, a more affordable version of its LSX lineup, priced at $1,000, down from $1,400. The speakers offer pristine sound, diverse wireless connectivity, and a sleek design, with features such as multi-room connectivity, wireless streaming options, and a variety of wired connectivity options. The LSX II LTs cater to digital-loving users and come in new colors. They do not feature wireless connectivity between the speakers and require a physical connection using a specially designed C-Link USB-C PD interspeaker connection cable.

"KEF LSX II LT Wireless: Pretty Desktop Speakers with Impressive Connectivity"
technology2 years ago

"KEF LSX II LT Wireless: Pretty Desktop Speakers with Impressive Connectivity"

The KEF LSX II LT wireless active speaker system delivers impressive sound quality with deep bass, high detail levels, and a wide soundstage. It handles lower-resolution content well and is tolerant of various audio file types. However, it may not fill larger rooms with sound as effectively, and some users may miss having analog inputs. Overall, it offers excellent sound quality and flexibility for most room-sized spaces.

"Introducing KEF LSX II LT: Affordable Wireless Speaker Excellence"
technology2 years ago

"Introducing KEF LSX II LT: Affordable Wireless Speaker Excellence"

KEF has introduced the LSX II LT, a more affordable version of its LSX II streaming active loudspeaker, featuring a W2 streaming module without Roon Readiness but supporting Apple AirPlay 2, Chromecast, and Tidal Connect. The new model is designed for music streaming, computer audio, and television usage, with digital connections for USB-C, HDMI ARC, and TOSLINK. It features an 11th-generation Uni-Q driver array, DSP engine for optimization, and subwoofer output. Priced at £899/pair, the LSX II LT offers three new finishes and optional 8m C-Link cable, while the LSX II remains available with additional features.