KEF LS50

226 reviews

Feb, 2019

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 226 reviews of KEF LS50. The average rating for this product is 4.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviews about the reliability and size are generally positive. The usability and design are also mentioned favorably.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the KEF LS50 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 94/100 = Excellent quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for KEF LS50

alaTest has collected and analyzed 7 user reviews of KEF LS50 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.4/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the reliability. The price is also mentioned favorably, whereas many are less positive about the size.

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71% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

This summary is based on the products: KEF LS50 • KEF LS50

Feb, 2019

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Amazon.com review summary for KEF LS50

alaTest has collected and analyzed 99 user reviews of KEF LS50 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Comments about the usability and size are overall positive. The design and price also get good feedback, but there are some mixed reviews about the reliability.

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98% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

This summary is based on the products: KEF LS50 Mini Monitor - High Gloss Piano Black (Pair) • KEF LS50 Mini Monitor - High Gloss Piano Black (Pair)

Feb, 2019

Expert review by : Verity Burns (trustedreviews.com)

KEF LS50 Wireless

The KEF LS50 Wireless is an outstanding active speaker package that offers outstanding hi-fi sound, minimal fuss and a whole lot of convenience.

Outstanding sound ; Great choice of inputs ; Easy and flexible to set up and use ; Neat design

App isn't as responsive as it could be ; Can't control physical inputs via the app

An outstanding active speaker system that brings hi-fi sound and plug-and-play convenience together for performance that can’t be topped.

Apr, 2018

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Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

KEF LS50 Wireless review

The KEF LS50 Wireless gives you the performance of a top traditional system in a smart package...

Impressive clarity and insight ; Taut bass and strong dynamics ; Features and excellent build ; Neat package

Some small usability issues

These KEF Wirelesses are way more than just active versions of the award-winning LS50s. They’re a complete system wrapped in a neat and brilliant package

Jul, 2017

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Expert review by (whathifi.com)

KEF LS50

Awards 2012 Product of the Year - Stereo Speakers. A fine way to celebrate KEF's 50th anniversary

Transparency, impressive resolution ; excellent bass for size ; fine build and finish

Demanding of partnering equipment

Of course, the LS50’s innate transparency means that any flaws in the partnering kit will be apparent. But get it right and you have what is one of the best standmounters below £1000, and easily one of KEF’s most musical efforts in years.

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Expert review by : Lewis Leong (techradar.com)

KEF LS50 Wireless Speakers review

An impressive package of convenience and sound quality

Breathtaking sound quality ; Tons of inputs ; Beautiful, compact design

No AirPlay or Google Cast ; Basic remote ; Slow mobile app

The KEF LS50 Wireless is an amazing sounding pair of speaker made for the new audiophile who doesn’t want to think about picking different source components. While the LS50W is expensive, you’ll be hard pressed to put together a better sounding package...

Apr, 2018

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Expert review by : Steve Guttenberg (cnet.co.uk)

KEF adds a splash of color to its highly acclaimed LS50 monitor speaker

Here's a bona-fide monitor speaker that aspiring audiophiles can have a long-term relationship with.

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Expert review by (hifichoice.co.uk)

AVTech Awards 2017/2018

Just 30mm deeper than the award-winning LS50 passive standmount loudspeaker, the wireless version packs in a 200W Class D amplifier for the mid/bass driver, a 30W Class AB amplifier for the tweeter, a DSP and a DAC, a network adapter, a USB input, a...

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EISA Award - Best Product

Expert review by : EISA (eisa.eu)

European Loudspeaker 2012-2013

To casual viewers the LS50 will look like a minimalist, single-driver loudspeaker but in reality it's more sophisticated. In fact, this single driver is one of KEF's famous two-way Uni-Q units with its tweeter mounted at the acoustic centre of the...

Sep, 2012

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EISA WIRELESS LOUDSPEAKER 2017-2018

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KEF LS50 Wireless

This is a versatile all-in-one active speaker solution that streams network music, is compatible with aptX Bluetooth and Tidal, and handles hi-res music up to 192kHz/24-bit via its USB input. Optical digital and line-level RCAs are there if you need...

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KEF LS50 Speaker Review

The LS50 speaker is KEF's 50th Anniversary present to itself but is it a case of many happy returns?

Wonderful midrange performance ; Excellent integration ; Handsome looks

Dependent on decent partnering equipment ; No dedicated stand ; Not terribly sensitive

The KEF LS50 has been on sale for a little while now and I have heard it in passing at various shows and events. I had never truly managed to get a complete handle on the LS50 despite being reasonably impressed with what I heard. I was also a little...

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Expert review by : Theo Nicolakis (audioholics.com)

KEF LS50 Wireless Active Speaker System Preview

The KEF LS50 wireless is an all-in-one active speaker system featuring dual 24/192 DACs, dual-mono amps, and dedicated DSP crossover per speaker. A killer audiophile system in a small footprint?

Oct, 2016

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Product Specifications

Amplifier

Recommended amplifier power (max):100 / 200

Recommended amplifier power (min):25 / 30

Audio

Crossover Frequency:2200

Frequency range:40 - 47000 / 47 - 45000

Impedance:8

RMS rated power:100

Sensitivity:85

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD):0.4

Design

Colour of product:Black / Black, Blue / Blue, White / Copper, White / Grey, Red / Red / White

Features

Mobile operating systems supported:Android 4.1, Android 4.2, Android 4.3, Android 4.4, Android 5.0, Android 5.1, iOS 8.0, iOS 8.1, iOS 8.2, iOS 8.3, iOS 8.4, iOS 9.0, iOS 9.1, iOS 9.2, iOS 9.3

Loudspeakers

Amplifier:Built-in / No

Audio output channels:2.0

Driver cone material:Aluminium

Mid-range driver diameter:13

Mid-range driver diameter (imperial):13.3

Number of drivers:2

Number of mid-range drivers:1

Number of Speakers:2

Number of tweeter drivers:1

Recommended usage:Speaker set unit / Universal

Speaker enclosure:Reflex

Speaker placement:Tabletop/bookshelf

Speaker Type:2-way

Tweeter:Y / Yes

Tweeter diameter:2.54

Tweeter size:2.54

Woofer:

Yes

Woofer Diameter:13

Woofer diameter (imperial):13.3

Woofer size:13.3

Other features

USB Connectivity:Y

Packaging Content

Cables included:AC, LAN (RJ-45), USB

Handheld remote control:Y

Manual:Y

Warranty card:Y

Performance

Bass reflex:Y

Ports & interfaces

AC (power) in:Y

Bluetooth range:10

Connectivity Technology:Wired / Wired/Wireless

Ethernet LAN:Y

USB 2.0 ports quantity:2

Wireless Technology:Bluetooth/Wi-Fi

Power

AC input frequency:50 - 60

AC input voltage:100 - 240

Technical Details

Mobile operating systems supported:Android 4.1, Android 4.2, Android 4.3, Android 4.4, Android 5.0, Android 5.1, iOS 8.0, iOS 8.1, iOS 8.2, iOS 8.3, iOS 8.4, iOS 9.0, iOS 9.1, iOS 9.2, iOS 9.3