Description
KEF LSX II Active Wireless Bookshelf Speakers
The Definitive Compact Wireless HiFi
Welcome to a world of High-Fidelity sound that is true enough to touch. This all-in-one speaker system in its second generation: upgraded to deliver a more balanced sound in higher resolution with all-inclusive connectivity. Simply stream anything including AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify and Tidal, or seamlessly connect the LSX II to your laptop, TV and many other devices.
Performance – High-Fidelity sound
KEF is obsessed with bringing a superior listening experience whatever the size of the speaker. With built-in support of streaming up to 24bit/384kHz and dedicated amplifiers inside each speaker, LSX II offers the highest quality sound in its size and makes high-fidelity sound accessible to a wider range of listeners.
Connectivity – All the music in the world
The advanced W2 wireless platform of LSX II ensures that no matter how you like to listen to music, you can do so with the minimum of fuss and in pristine sound quality.
Perfect partner for… everything
Sound plays a big role in your home entertainment experience and LSX II elevates the total experience with high-fidelity sound. Fully loaded with wired and wireless connections, LSX II is perfect for music, gaming, TV, movies, and even your personal working space.
Plug and Play to any TV, Laptop, or more!
With LSX II, you can connect your TV with HDMI ARC, your laptop with USB-C, and even a turntable, CD player or games console. If you demand your movies and music come with extra bass, there’s a dedicated output to connect a KEF subwoofer.
Same music, same enjoyment for every room
When partnered with other sets of LS Wireless speaker systems including LSX II, LS50 Wireless II and LS60 Wireless, you can use AirPlay 2, Chromecast or Roon to fill your entire house with music. It’s perfect for parties where everyone in different rooms can enjoy the same playlist.
Seamless Home Integration
LSX II is more than a high-fidelity speaker system – it is designed to enhance your everyday life. Seamlessly integrate LSX II into your smart home to browse and play music, select sources, or use controls such as play, pause, and adjust the volume via your smart home app or control interface.
Design – Designed to fit into different spaces
LSX II delivers high-fidelity sound while it is compact enough to fit comfortably into any setting. It is also incredibly flexible with its dedicated accessories including S1 floor stands, P1 desk pads and B1 wall brackets, so you can place the speakers on a bookshelf or desktop, pair with the floor stand or even attach to the wall.
Statement finishes
Every aspect of LSX II is carefully considered, with an elegant rear control panel and subtle design accents such as colour-matched finishes on the Uni-Q driver and ports. LSX II is available in a choice of six finishes: matte satin Mineral White and high-gloss Lava Red, plus Carbon Black, Cobalt Blue, Olive Green and the Soundwave by Terence Conran Edition clad in a specially designed fabric from Danish textile designer, Kvadrat.
KEY FEATURES:
• Compact 2-Way Powered Wireless Streaming Speakers
• 4½” Magnesium/Aluminium Alloy Cone Woofer (70 Watts Class D), ¾” Vented Aluminium Dome Tweeter (30 Watts Class D)
• KEF Connect App, Play, Amazon Music, Qobuz, Deezer, Tidal Connect & Spotify Connect, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Roon
Rega Planar 1 Plus Turntable
Performance beyond price
A fresh new look for the multi-award winning Planar 1. We are delighted to introduce the new matt finish Planar 1. Every single aspect of the Planar 1 has been meticulously designed to improve performance. The Planar 1 uses a bespoke 24 V, low noise, synchronous motor to reduce vibration combined with our hand made RB110 tonearm fitted with our unique Rega designed ultra-low friction bearings. We have added our latest drive belt technology the EBLT belt which delivers greater accuracy and improved speed performance. If you are looking to get back into vinyl and want serious performance that will last you a lifetime, then look no further.
Tonearm
Brand new RB110 tonearm built with the new Rega designed, bespoke, ultra-low friction bearings (patent pending). New bias assembly and integrated arm clip. Includes automatic bias adjustment negating the need for the user to set bias, making this the most ‘plug & play’ turntable we have ever manufactured. Ergonomically, designed headshell for improved usability and appearance.
Cartridge
Rega Carbon cartridge supplied fitted as standard.
24 V Synchronous Motor
The first entry-level Rega turntable to use a 24 V, synchronous AC motor with a new motor PCB and aluminium pulley offering low noise and better speed stability..
Plinth
Brand new matt finish plinth with vastly improved appearance and ergonomically positioned on/off switch located on the underside. Two stunning plinth finishes available, matt black or matt white.
Central Bearing housing
Performance brass main bearing, offering improved fit and removing stress on the bearing itself whilst minimising the transfer of potential energy (patent pending).
Platter
23 mm, higher mass, phenolic platter with improved flywheel effect for improved speed stability.
Isolation
Our latest design foot assembly increases stability and reduce vibration transfer.
Motor cover tray
Motor cover tray with integrated cooling.
Balance Weight
111 g ‘plug & play’ balance weight.
KEY FEATURES:
• EBLT Advanced drive belt fitted as standard
• New matt finish for 2021
• RB110 tonearm with ultra-low friction play bearings
• Factory fitted Carbon moving magnet cartridge
• Phenolic resin, flywheel effect platter
• High quality, 24 V low noise synchronous motor
OUR THOUGHTS:
• Performs well beyond its price-point
• Is this the most affordable HI-FI product out of the UK?