The KEF KC92 subwooferKEF
U.K.-based high - last speaker manufacturer KEF today declare that a range of newsubwoofersis bring together its roster of speaker system . raw models include the 1,000 - W KC92 and a range of a function of four new Cuban sandwich in its Kube MIE serial that propose oomph in varying sizes and prices .
All of KEF ’s new subwoofers feature the company ’s Music Integrity Engine ( MIE ) digital signal processing algorithm , a proprietary technical school that it tell makes sure that all the component part in each subwoofer work together “ in perfect harmony . ” MIE can be found in several of KEFs speaker unit and subwoofers , but in its subs , the engineering power something KEF calls the iBX ( Intelligent Bass Extension ) , which analyzes the stimulus signal so it can play louder and “ deliver thick bass and greater dynamics , ” the company says .
The KEF KC92 subwooferKEF
The KC92 boast dual 9 - in drivers that are positioned back - to - back in what KEF call a “ personnel - delete configuration ” that boil down console palpitation to ameliorate preciseness and detail . It also features KEF ’s patent - pending P - Flex Surround , a pleated material inspired by Nipponese origami that circumvent the driver and allows it to resist the air pressing in the locker so it can move precisely with the level-headed signaling .
As far as power is bear on , the KEF KC92 is a animal , delivering 1,000 Watt of Class D amplification ( 500 watts per amplifier for each driver ) and relative frequency as humbled as 11Hz . The KC92 features both line - level and speaker - level stimulant for comfortable connection to awide kitchen stove of amplifier . And as we all have it off how finicky it can besetting up and placing a subwoofer , the KC92 has five option for room placement that admit free space , next to the rampart , in a quoin , within a cabinet , or using its consecrated flat mode .
The KC92 will come in White Gloss and Black Gloss conclusion and retail for $ 2,000 .
KEF ’s new Kube MIE batting order , on the other hand , pop the question a variety of choices for consumers based on their pauperization , room size and budget , including the Kube 8 MIE , Kube 10 MIE , Kube 12 MIE , and Kube 15 MIE simulation , with each aptly named for the sizing of each speaker ’s equipment driver in inches . The storage locker sizes of the Kube line range from 11.5 in by 11.5 inches by 12.2 inches for the Kube 8 to 20.4 inch by 19.7 inches by 20.3 inch for the Kube 15 .
Each Kube MIE subwoofer features a 300 - James Watt Class D power plant life drive all that low - ending through a front - fire longsighted - throw equipment driver that KEF says “ give rise an feeling of direct force within the space , resulting in a tactile , tight , and powerful bass experience ” that is dynamic enough to handle everything from movies and telecasting show to play and music .
Again , thanks to KEF ’s Music Integrity Engine , each of the Kube subwoofer can be EQ’d based on their locating , and admit three choice electric switch — up against a wall , in a corner , or inside a locker . Kube MIE subwoofers are only available in black .
The Kube card offers line - level and speaker - floor connectivity , but substance abuser can also get the option to connect wirelessly with the addition of KEF ’s KW1 radio set subwoofer transcriber .
Kube MIE pricing is as follows : Kube 15 MIE , $ 1400 ; Kube 12 MIE , $ 1,000 ; Kube 10 MIE , $ 800 , Kube 8 MIE , $ 600 .
Both the KC92 and the Kube range will be made useable for myKEF members to preorder on February 20 , with order opening to the public on February 27 .