KEF has extended its range of architectural speakers with two new models: the ultra-high-performance three-way coaxial Ci250RRM-THX speaker and the high-output architectural subwoofer, Ci250RRb-THX.
Both new models have been added to the KEF Extreme Home Theatre product line up. They also feature new patent-pending technology.
Ci250RRM-THX
The Ci250RRM-THX is KEF’s first three-way coaxial architectural speaker model featuring innovative technologies that really allowed the KEF engineering team to push the boundaries.
‘Cavity Radiation Control’ is a patent-pending technology that has solved the midrange issues found in typical three-way coaxial loudspeakers. Its unique open-backed midrange with acoustically absorptive foam design eliminates midrange distortion, up to 30dB midrange dip which is equivalent to 99.9% of reduced SPL. With Cavity Radiation Control, Ci250RRM-THX delivers high midrange acoustic realism.
Ci250RRM-THX in-ceiling
Ci250RRM-THX also features ‘Low Diffraction LF Aperture’, a carefully profiled, smoothed housing design for the Uni-Q driver array, with and outer acoustically absorptive foam ring that reduces resonance and diffraction. This allows the speaker to have high-performance MF/HF while preserving its bass output.
The new three-way coaxial architectural speaker is also the first KEF architectural speaker to feature Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT). MAT is a highly complex maze-like structure that absorbs 99% of the unwanted sound from the rear of the tweeter, delivering a more crisp, natural treble performance.
Additionally, the 4” Uni-Q driver array in Ci250RRM-THX is the latest 12th generation, which means it shares many of the technologies found in the latest KEF Blade loudspeakers and the recently launched LS60 Wireless high-fidelity speaker system.
With a 10” bass driver, Ci250RRM-THX delivers deep, room-filling bass. As a THX Certified Ultra architectural speaker, Ci250RRM-THX is engineered to create an immersive, high-fidelity audio experience, even in the largest rooms and home cinemas.
Ci250RRb-THX
Ci250RRb-THX is a subwoofer engineered to deliver accurate and powerful bass while remaining visually discreet. It is capable of delivering ultra-high-performance with true theatre sound quality for large home cinemas and living rooms.
Ci250RRb-THX in-ceiling
It has an extra-long-throw 10” bass driver with a massive 150oz magnet and is driven by KEF’s DSP-equipped KASA500 amplifier to deliver high power and detail.
The Ci250RRM-THX is priced at £1,450, while the Ci250RRb-THX is priced at £1,100. Both speaker models will be available in October 2023.