KEF XIO Soundbar 5.1.2
- Year: 2025
- Price: $2499.99
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KEF’s miniature Uni-Q MX array shrinks the same concentric driver design found in the LS Wireless series into a compact soundbar form factor. The decoupled tweeter sits in the acoustic center of the midrange cone, ensuring a wide soundstage and precise imaging across the entire room.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Configuration | 5.1.2 channels (five main, one subwoofer, two height) |
| Amplification | 12 Class D amplifiers, 820W peak output |
| Drivers | 6 × 2" Uni-Q MX drivers, 2 × 2" full-range, 4 × 2"x6" P185 LF drivers w/ VECO |
| Audio Codecs | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Sony 360 Reality Audio, MPEG-H |
| Connectivity | HDMI eARC, Optical, RCA Sub Out, USB-C (service), Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Wireless Streaming | KEF W2 platform: Tidal, Spotify, Qobuz, Amazon Music, Deezer |
| Control | Top panel, remote, KEF Connect app |
| Dimensions | 47.6 x 2.8 x 6.5 in (W x H x D) |
| Weight | 23.1 lbs (10.5 kg) |
| Price | $2,499.99 / £1,999 |
Andrew Robinson
Reviewed on 17 Aug, 2025
I want to say this is the first KEF experience, of which we've had many, where the experience hasn't been great
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