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HISTORICAL FACTS: Kef | History Defined

I just tested one of the most immersive soundbars on the market — here's why the KEF XIO is one to watch (and you can save £200)

I reviewed the KEF XIO soundbar last week and felt like I was at the movies: here's why it's such a ferocious soundbar.

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Engineers from KEF, Cambridge, Cyrus and more highlight the biggest technological game-changers in hi-fi during What Hi-Fi?'s lifetime

We asked hi-fi brands what technological breakthroughs have driven progression over the past 50 years.

What Hi-Fi?

Focal Mu-so Hekla

Focal’s pricey all-in-one system is a fantastic performer with both movies and music.

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I just tested KEF’s first soundbar — it’s $2,500 and one of the best home cinema products I’ve ever used

KEF XIO is a soundbar with big ambitions and a big price tag. At $2,500, this is only for the serious home cinema enthusiasts, but it won’t disappoint you.

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Rewind: Promising releases from High End Vienna, Esoteric’s streaming preamp reviewed, the best World Cup tunes and more

Keep up to date with all the latest hi-fi and home cinema news

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"It’s about bringing people closer to the detail, depth and emotion that great audio can unlock." An evening in KEF's Ultimate Experience Room

What would you put in your ultimate home cinema room? KEF have some suggestions...

What Hi-Fi?

Yamaha's high-end wireless hi-fi speakers could give KEF conniptions, boasting luxury listening (and they look stunning too)

The new Yamaha NX-70As wireless hi-fi speakers feature materials from grand pianos and Yamaha's flagship speakers; room correction; and wide streaming support

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The Yamaha NX-70A wireless speaker system arrives to take on the KEF LS50 Wireless II

And it uses technology and materials from the brand’s high-end speakers and grand pianos

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Fyne Audio steps into the active speaker market with the KEF-rivalling Cubitt 5

The Cubitt 5 bookshelf speakers feature HDMI ARC, phono stage and Bluetooth

What Hi-Fi?

Vinyl on your radio? Discover 4 non-traditional but easy ways to listen to your turntable

You don't need a full-fat hi-fi system for modern turntables

What Hi-Fi?

KEF's nouveau Muo is a solid little Bluetooth speaker, but the game's changed since 2016 — and it's no longer top of the pile

After too long a break, KEF is back in the Bluetooth speaker game. It’s aiming for the upper end of the market though — so does the Muo hit the mark?

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New issue of What Hi-Fi? out now: stunning speaker packages and AV receivers deliver home cinema heaven

The May issue is on sale now!

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We built a near-perfect home cinema around our new reference KEF speaker package

Native 4K projection and impeccable sound are a match made in home cinema heaven

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The first-ever speakers from 22 legendary hi-fi brands

We look back to where it all began when it comes to speakers for some of the most important brands in hi-fi

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Rotel DX-5

Rotel’s DX-5 is a modestly powered, premium compact integrated amplifier of huge ability.

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A tale of three speakers: mini monitor legends from Acoustic Energy, BBC and KEF

Three generational talents compared and contrasted

It's not all cups of tea and red phone boxes – here are 59 of the best British gadgets to be proud of

The greatest home-grown products and inventions taking on the world

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I asked when the KEF XIO Dolby Atmos soundbar is getting a key upgrade – and the answer gave me pause for thought

We know KEF’s doing it; the question is when?

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Philips Fidelio FA3

Philips’ active speakers offer a decent host of features, including Bluetooth, HDMI ARC and optical inputs, but can their sound performance trouble the class leaders?

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I enjoyed testing this accomplished active stereo speaker system, until it threw in the towel too easily

The KEF Coda W has plenty to recommend it but the active pair of stereo speakers has involved the brand in an arms race with itself…

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Pick of the Month: KEF’s vinyl-focused speakers, Yamaha's high-end hi-fi and Sony’s five-star headphones

It takes a lot to impress our reviewers, but these products made the cut last month

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This neat streaming and vinyl system is a modern take on a classic hi-fi setup – fewer boxes, great sound

Five-star NAD, Pro-Ject and KEF products combine to deliver a satisfying performance

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Acoustic Energy AE1 40th Anniversary

Can a speaker design so grounded in the ’80s still make sense today?

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9 hi-fi deals to fall in love with this Valentine's Day

Give the gift of sound, whether to a partner or yourself

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KEF Coda W vs LSX II LT: which speaker system is the best option for you?

Two five-star KEFs with differing feature sets

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