Redefining the audio landscape, KEF's Dolby Atmos soundbar impresses, with a forthcoming edition promising to elevate the experience even further.
The KEF XIO Soundbar, launched earlier this month, is making waves in the audio industry with its advanced 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos system and custom hardware. But that's not all—KEF has announced plans for updates and new features for the XIO surrounds, scheduled for Autumn 2025.
Key among these updates is the addition of a "wireless surround feature" that will allow users to integrate KEF wireless surround speakers into the XIO system. This move aims to deliver a fuller, more immersive multi-channel surround environment without the hassle of extra wiring.
The KEF XIO boasts several high-end internal audio technologies, including KEF's proprietary Uni-Q MX drivers and the VELOCITY Control Technology (VECO). The Uni-Q MX technology offers precise and coherent sound imaging, while VECO reduces bass distortion drastically, delivering clean, tight bass without muddiness.
The XIO also supports advanced 3D audio formats such as Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, producing immersive overhead and spatial audio effects. Moreover, it offers flexible subwoofer compatibility, allowing users to use any powered subwoofer wirelessly via KEF’s KW2 RX wireless receiver or wired connections.
The sound quality of the KEF XIO has been praised in reviews, with the deep revving of engines in movies like John Wick 2 feeling textured and rhythmic, yet never overpowering the lighter soundtrack. The performance of the Samsung HW-Q990F's surrounds, which is known for its precise and wide Dolby Atmos performance, is seen as potentially boosting the XIO's immersive home cinema experience.
The Samsung HW-Q990F, a five-star soundbar system, includes a soundbar, surrounds, and a subwoofer, creating an 11.1.4 speaker configuration. However, no further details about the form of the XIO surrounds have been disclosed at this time.
Stay tuned for Autumn 2025 when these updates are expected to be released, promising an even bigger and more immersive home cinema experience with the KEF XIO. For a comprehensive review of the KEF XIO and the Samsung HW-Q990F, follow the provided links.
- In the realm of audio technology, the KEF XIO Soundbar, a recent launch with a 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos system, has garnered attention.
- KEF has revealed plans for updates and new features set for Autumn 2025, including a wireless surround feature.
- This wireless surround feature will allow users to integrate KEF wireless surround speakers into the XIO system, offering a more immersive multi-channel surround environment.
- The KEF XIO is equipped with advanced internal audio technologies, such as the proprietary Uni-Q MX drivers and the VELOCITY Control Technology (VECO).
- The Samsung HW-Q990F's surround sound performance, noted for its precise and wide Dolby Atmos performance, might enhance the XIO's home cinema experience.
- The updates expected in Autumn 2025 promise an expanded and more immersive home cinema experience with the KEF XIO.
- For a detailed analysis of the KEF XIO and the Samsung HW-Q990F, follow the provided links, where you can find comprehensive reviews in the latest news on technology, lifestyle, home-and-garden, and gadgets.
