The ios wireless setup app for x300a speakers is also very narrow in functionality on its own and kef doesnt appear to be committed to keep it up to date. Airpods with wireless charging case next gallery image. Digital wireless speakers powerful highresolution active wireless inroom and multiroom speaker systems. Kef announced the audiophilegrade x300a digital hifi speaker system designed to partner with a pc or mac, desktop or laptop computer. Sep 05, 2012 introducing the kef x300a digital hifi speaker system. Call them computer speakers if you must, but the kef x300a are some of the finestsounding speakers available for the money. I continue to feel its one of the most satisfying compact twoway speakers ive encountered in the last couple years. Each speaker has twin class ab amplifier pushing 50 watts into the low frequencies and 20. Airplay works with iphone, ipad and ipod touch with ios 4. Stream music wirelessly to the kef lsx wireless music systemm with airplay 2, spotify connect. Audiophilegrade desktop or bookshelf speakers with dlna and airplay wireless support. How to connect your iphone to kef x300a wireless speakers. Ultimately, the sheer quality of their main rivals costs the r300s a star, but be in no doubt, when it comes. For the guy above me, there is new largesmall setting for the speakers with this amp.
Introducing the kef x300a digital hifi speaker system. Unlike the rdm two bookshelf speakers, the port on the kef x300a speakers is rearfacing, and the company gives you a multifaceted bung plug to customized the resulting response. A niche design, but these kef speakers will please some with their smooth, detailed sound tested at. We admire the kefs openness when theyre placed out in a room, but balance and imaging dont go too topsyturvy when theyre backed up nearer a wall. Airplay speakers are a great way to stream wireless music if you own an iphone, ipad or mac. Jul 01, 2015 how to connect your iphone to kef x300a wireless speakers. Kef x300a wireless active bookshelf speakers addicted to. Dazzle your ears with kefs x300a powered speakers cnet. Nov 29, 20 kefs v300 system is a plug and play alternative designed to flank your television with flatpanel speakers rather than underscore it with a bulky sound bar. Each includes a 24bit dac which tolerates up to 96khz sample rates. A 50 watt amp drives the woofer and handles the low and mid frequencies, and a 20 watt amp powers the 1 tweeter.
Jul 19, 20 call them computer speakers if you must, but the kef x300a are some of the finestsounding speakers available for the money. The best computer speakers for balanced sound it is not only one of the best 2. The speakers are sufficiently hefty and a knuckle wrap sounds like the speaker has a brace inside. Bluetooth speakers, doss soundbox touch wireless bluetooth v4. Made for ipod, made for iphone, and made for ipad mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to ipod, iphone, or ipad, respectively, and has been. Kef x300a speaker overview and full product specs on cnet. Kefs new x300a is a nifty desktop speaker, but it can also be used as a hifi or stereo home theater speakers. Kef x300a wireless digital hifi speaker system linear. New kef x300a powered speaker offers highresolution sound from any smartphone, tablet or computer. I spent my listening with the ports open, but only after experimenting with a fully plugged, and partially plugged port the bungs have a center that can be removed. This isnt just about wireless drive but full digital data processing including a digital connection between the speakers. The x300a speaker is a premium active design conceived to offer the highest resolution music reproduction from a pc or.
Kef s software engineers have preconfigured the x300a both original and wireless with two eq settings, switchable on the rear of the left speaker. I can report it definitely works and iphone produces much better sound via lightningusb adapter than via 3. Kef originally introduced the uniq speakers back in 1988. Kef x300a wireless active bookshelf speakers addicted to audio. Furthermore, it is an example of todays art as this speaker set has taken part in the exhibition at new york citys museum of modern art. A familiar name to hifi enthusiasts, kef has been designing high quality audio equipment for over 50 years.
Simply connect the speakers via a distortion free usb alldigital link to provide high resolution 96khz24 bit quality digital input and interspeaker connection to ensure high definition sound from source to output. Within minutes of unboxing your x300a speakers, youll immediately notice that your digital music library has exceptionally more warmth, detail, and depth. Kef q300 bookshelf speakers kef recently introduced an all new uniq driver. The left channel acts as the parent, the right channel as the child. Digital wireless speakers powerful highresolution active wireless in. Airplay works with iphone, ipad, and ipod touch with ios 4. One usb cable connects the computer source to the left channel. A rearpanel knob on the left speaker controls volume, while another knob on the right channel.
Kef has rated the x300a down to 58hz at 3db and 49db at 6db. Theres no assignation switch as dynaudios xeo has for that purpose. The left and right speakers serve specific functions. More iphone compatibility less iphone compatibility beats by dr. Desk for nearfield use and stand for when theres greater distance between speaker plane and listening position. With the new x300a wireless, kef is offering audiophile grade active bookshelf sized speakers for your computer. With wireless network connectivity added to the alreadyawesome kef x300a system in a box, you only need byp ipad or iphone to bring. The kef x300a powered speakers use two class ab amplifiers in each speaker.
Contact apple support for iphone, ipad, or ipod touch. Jam to some great sounds with the kef x300a digital hifi powered speakers. May 02, 2016 im having the same issue with the same receiver. Kefs new x300a speakers are among the most open sounding speakers i have ever used with my computer.
The x300a powered speaker allows listeners to plug into their pc or mac via a distortionfree usb connection for a sonic experience that is far beyond the average digital hifi speaker. Innovation is what sets kef apart from its competitors. Been trying for hours to figure this out but no luck. Any device with a headphone port such as an iphone, ipad, or kindle fire can also connect directly to the speakers with an analogue auxiliary cable. Kef x300a wireless digital hifi speaker system gunmetal grey pair alternatively, you could purchase and attach a separate adapter for bluetooth or airplay. Buy the kef x300a digital hifi powered speaker at tigerdirect. Kef x300a digital hifi speaker system gunmetal gray pair. Spaciousness is paramount in such involved instrumentals and its very much on the menu here. If you hear no sound or distorted sound from your iphone.
Discussion in home cinema speakers started by ashy. Mac pro tower mid 2010, 16gb, all ssd storage, os x 10. Kef x300a digital hifi speaker system the absolute sound. Just turn each knob clockwise to link the treble and midbass drivers or counterclockwise for biwiring.
Feb 22, 20 kefs new x300a speakers are among the most open sounding speakers i have ever used with my computer. The culmination of this effort has led to the all new q series of speakers. Kef x300a powered speakers quietly unpacking the top secret box from kef containing their latest x300a speakers didnt cause much of a fuss at the toneaudio office, because these tiny grey boxes are so understated. Kef x300a digital hifi speaker system listen to music as its intended to be heard. Airpods with wireless charging case previous gallery image. Knowing that the x300a speakers would likely be placed near a wall, kef has included port plugs and an eq switch for stand or desk mounting. Fortunately, youve found the kef x300a digital hifi speaker system. For over 50 years kef has been at the forefront of loudspeaker research and development, designing classleading speakers that have dealt with the challenges. The kef x300a isnt inexpensive by any means, but for a powered desktop speaker system in this price range, its as close to perfect as weve heardand a clear editors choice. For over 50 years kef has been at the forefront of loudspeaker research and development, designing classleading speakers that.
But for best sound quality and performance, stick to a wired connection, particularly from the usb audio out of your computer. The q300 is the larger of two bookshelf speakers in the line. The x300as usb connection provides highresolution sound from any computer. Here are the best wireless speakers to stream audio from your iphone or ipad. That they are selfamplified with usb digital inputs are just big. Dolby atmos, sound bars, subwoofers, highperformance architectural, and ultrathin onwall speakers. Introduction thank you for choosing a kef digital hifi speaker system the x300a wireless model. I do have a subwoofer but i want the bass to come out of my speakers as well, not just the subwoofer.
Given slightly better cohesion, a dose of the proac studio 118 s or neats motive sx3s zest for life and a pinch of the atc scm11 s subtlety, the kef r300s would be at the top of the pile. The kef x300a digital hifi powered speakers completes your music equipment as it delivers clear and crisp sounds of your favorite audio. Id describe it as warm sounding, compared to cheaper speakers which can sound a bit cold and brash. These speakers are about average size outside of the depth, which is a hair over 1 foot. If you dont hear any sound, or if your speaker button on the ringer and alerts slider is dimmed, your speaker might need service. This pair of stereo speakers can be easily hooked up to your cd, dvd, or mp3 players as it comes with an auxiliary input jack. The r300 is biwirebiamp capable, but singlewire fans neednt fret because theres a pair of knobs on the back panel for splitting or rejoining the crossover when running the speakers in either biwire or singlewire modes. Kef just announced the x300a wireless, a desktop stereo speaker system offering the same performance as the original x300a speakers with the added convenience of wireless streaming via airplay or dlna from most apple or android devices. Its an ideal pair of speakers for an apartment, office, or study, and it includes a digital usb. Sep 24, 20 audiophilegrade desktop or bookshelf speakers with dlna and airplay wireless support. Everything about the x300a wireless digital hifi speaker system is designed to make your enjoyment of music easier as well as more intense. The finish is some thin vinyl wrap, and the baffle is a thin plastic part which is molded to fit nicely to the. How then do these dwarves know whats up and down er, left and right. Discussion in home cinema speakers started by ashy, jul 17, 2014.
Kefs v300 system is a plug and play alternative designed to flank your television with flatpanel speakers rather than underscore it with a bulky sound bar. Whether youre recording your own music or listening to someone elses, your need the proper speakers to accurately produce every little detail of the performance. View and download kef x300a quick start manual online. Ive admired this unique transducer for some time but most recently when i evaluated the kef ls50 awarded a golden ear in issue 235. Billed primarily as a pair of desktop speakers, we find it hard to imagine that many people are lucky enough to possess a desk big enough to accommodate the 18x22cm footprint of each x300a speaker.