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MYSTERIOUS: Kef - What They Never Told You

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

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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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Rewind: New Arcam hardware, KEF speakers reviewed, Dolby Atmos developments and more

Another week, another sea of important hi-fi and home cinema announcements

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KEF Q Concerto Meta 5.1 Speaker System vs Bowers & Wilkins 606 & 607 S3 Speaker Package: which surround sound system is king?

Two Award-winning packages, but there can only be one winner

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Active vs passive speakers: what's the difference? Which is better?

Ever wondered about the difference between active and passive speakers? All us to elaborate on how they work.

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KEF Coda W

Stylish looks, lots of ways to connect, and a big, detailed sound mean the case for the KEF Coda W active speakers is a mighty one

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In For Review: KEF's new active speakers, LG's modular Dolby Atmos surround sound system, and Audio-Technica's flagship turntable

5 very different products that we are excited to test this month

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Fyne Audio F500E AV Pack 2

Can Fyne Audio displace KEF and Bowers & Wilkins at the top of our surround-sound system ranking?

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Nothing Headphone (1)

Nothing’s debut over-ear wireless headphones seek to undercut the premium class leaders with a competitive price tag, unique design and audio tuning from KEF.

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Keep the festive feeling going with £300 off these former Award-winning KEF speakers

The LS50 Meta can be yours for under a grand

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New Onkyo hi-fi, OLED TVs galore, a fresh KEF rival (and more) appear at the world’s biggest tech show

2026 is well and truly off with a bang for hi-fi and home cinema fans

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Cambridge Audio L/R X vs KEF LS50 Wireless II: how do these wireless speaker systems compare on paper?

Cambridge's newbie takes on the class leader

Tom’s Guide

Edifier isn’t a budget brand anymore — and the new hi-fi, feature-packed S880DB MKII speakers prove it

The Edifier S880DB MKII are bookshelf speakers that pack a major punch. With unbeatable sound and compact size, they’re majorly impressive for the price.

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The best hi-fi kit we saw at CES 2026: an iconic turntable updated, Edifier's first eARC active speakers, and much more

Cambridge's first ever bookshelf stereo speakers, portable Fender Bluetooth options and Victrola's, er, soundbase (yes really).

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Cambridge Audio wants to make a Naim for itself in KEF’s backyard – here’s how

We caught up with Cambridge Audio’s sound head honcho to talk about its new active speaker

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Cambridge Audio takes on KEF with its first-ever active wireless stereo speaker systems

Will the new L/R range give KEF sleepless nights?

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