I wish there was a simple way to integrate powered speakers into a surround sound system. When I upgraded to Atmos 6 years ago, I replaced my old processor with a receiver because at the time I couldn't afford a 4-channel amp to power the ceiling speakers. The price difference between the ceiling speakers I bought and some of these powered bookshelf models is minimal and would have allowed me to get the processor I preferred. Unfortunately, it's still no easier to integrate powered speakers today than it was 6 years ago.
KEF Lowers Pricing Across LS Wireless Collection to ‘Make Hi-Fi More Accessible’
Last Thursday, the venerable British speaker maker introduced the LSX II LT streaming speaker system, a more affordable version of the award-winning LSX II, and quickly followed up with news that it had reduced prices across-the board in the LS Wireless Collection.
The series comprises five two-speaker systems — three bookshelf and two tower-based systems — each fully powered and ready to stream music from a variety of services.
Starting with the new LSX II LT bookshelf system at $1,000, the LS Wireless Collection includes the original LSX II bookshelf system, which is now $1,300 (down from $1,400). The LS50 Wireless II bookshelf system is now $2,500 (originally $2,800), while the LS60 Wireless floorstanding speaker system has been reduced to $5,000 (originally $7,000) and the LS60 Wireless Lotus Edition to $6,000 (originally $8,000).
KEF says the price reductions are possible because, in addition overcoming recent global challenges with logistics and parts-supply, the company has been able to leverage economies of scale achieved through its Tier 1 manufacturing processes.
“We are excited to empower more music enthusiasts worldwide with our innovative, high-fidelity solutions at competitive prices,” said Stephanie Scola, vice president of marketing at KEF America.
For more information on KEF’s LS Wireless speakers, visit us.kef.com.
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