Specs:

KEF XIO | Silver Grey XIO SoundBar (each) SPECIAL ORDER

Model XIO

• Dimensions (HWD) 70 × 1210 × 165 mm (2.8 x 47.6 x 6.5 in.)
  
• Weight 10.5 kg (23.1 lbs)
  
• Drive units
  
  HF/MF: 6 x 50 mm (2 in.) Uni-Q MX driver
  HF/MF: 2 x 50 mm (2 in.) full range driver
  LF: 4 pcs of 50 x 180 mm (2 x 7 in.) P185 driver supported by VECO
  
  
• Amplifiers
  
  HF/MF: 8 x Class D
  LF: 4 x Class D
  
  
• Max SPL measured at 1m 102 dB
  
• Frequency response (±3dB) measured at 85dB/1m 34Hz - 20kHz
  
  Connectivity
  
• Input:
  
  HDMI 2.1 eARC
  TOSLINK Optical
  USB Type C (service)
  RJ45 Ethernet (network)
  
  
• Outputs: Wireless Subwoofer output, RCA Subwoofer output
  
• Wireless connectivity
  
  KEF Connect
  AirPlay
  Google Cast
  UPnP Compatible
  Bluetooth 5.3
  
  
• Streaming services:
  
  Spotify via Spotify Connect
  Tidal via Tidal Connect
  QQ Music via Qplay
  Amazon Music
  Qobuz
  Deezer
  HIGHRESAUDIO
  Internet Radio
  Podcast…and more
  *Depends on services availability in different countries
  
  
• Supported formats: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, 360 Reality Audio, MPEG-H, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC, AAC, WMA, MP3, M4A, LPCM and Ogg Vorbis *Depends on support of the source device
  
• Supported resolution:
  
  HDMI eARC up to 192 kHZ/24 bit
  Network up to 384 kHz/24 bit
  Optical up to 96 kHz/24 bit
  *Depends on source resolution
  
  
• Number of channels: Up to 5.1.2
  
  Wi-Fi Network Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz/ 6 GHz
  Wi-Fi network standard: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax IPv4, IPv6
  
  
  Power
  
• Amplifier output power: 820 W (Instantaneous total power rating)
  
• Power input: 100 – 240VAC 50/60Hz
  
• Power consumption
  
  400 W (Maximum operating power)
  <2.0W (ECO mode standby power)
  <0.5W (Non WiFi mode)
  
  

Features:

• Powered by a 5.1.2 configuration with spatial audio support such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Sony 360 Reality Audio
  
• 12 class D amplifiers delivers KEF HiFi performance in one soundbar
  
• Superior mid-range performance for clear, crisp dialogue and vocal
  
• Up-mixing technology converts audio from mono/stereo sources into multi-channel
  
• Intelligent Placement Technology (IPT) optimises sound output regardless of the placement
  
• P185 LF driver with P-Flex technology for deep and detailed bass while remaining a slim profile
  
• Uni-Q MX driver array delivers crisp, accurate audio across the entire room
  
• Velocity Control Technology (VECO) delivers clean, undistorted bass
  
• Stream any music including Spotify, Tidal, QPlay, Amazon Music, and more
  
• Wired connectivity includes HDMI eARC, optical, and the option of RCA subwoofer output
  
• Pair any KEF subwoofer wirelessly with the KW2 RX receiver
  
• Complete control through the top panel, remote or KEF Connect app
  
• Two-way placement: wall-mounted or on shelf/ cabinet
  
• Available in Silver Grey and Slate Black
  

Overview:

Award-winning acting, extraordinary special effects or just the latest reality show - some scenes deserve to be properly heard. The XIO Soundbar transforms the home entertainment experience with the transcendent, high-fidelity spatial audio. Powered by a 5.1.2 configuration with spatial audio support and 12 class D amplifiers, the XIO may look like a soundbar, but it delivers sound quality and performance that rival KEF's renowned HiFi systems for your space. Equipped with a suite of KEF innovations including Uni-Q® MX, P185 LF driver with P-Flex, patent-pending Velocity Control technology (VECO) and the Music Integrity Engine® (MIE) for Cinema, and supporting Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Sony 360 Reality Audio, XIO turns flat screen moments into dynamic, rich, three-dimensional soundscapes and brings your entertainment thrillingly to life. Whatever you might be watching.

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