KEF's LS60 Wireless: the BEGINNING of the END

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Darko Audio

Darko Audio

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@DarkoAudio
@DarkoAudio 2 жыл бұрын
PLEASE READ *before commenting*! 1) Got a question? Please ask it of the Darko.Audio KZbin community (and not me) as I'm off making the NEXT video 2) All comments here are moderated by a third party: instagram.com/p/CTWcokaszpW/ 3) Polite comments that advance the conversation are most welcome (but no URLs, racist/sexist remarks or conspiracy theories, please)
@JeffMax
@JeffMax 2 жыл бұрын
Sold my Ayon audio tube amp, turntable and the rest of analogue gear 2 years ago as 4-year old twins running around in the house wasn’t a great combo. Waited patiently for a replacement that is more child proof but still up to standards. I think I’m rewarded for my patience. Thx KEF!
@markokompic7617
@markokompic7617 2 жыл бұрын
These are not child proof since there are no grilles on any of the drivers. These drivers are VERY sensitive to any kind of impacts. Don’t ask me how I know :)
@jamesbell7246
@jamesbell7246 2 жыл бұрын
With all those exposed drivers?! 😬
@gary-kr7dm
@gary-kr7dm 2 жыл бұрын
The Kef LS60’s are Not child friendly at all.
@bjwal6
@bjwal6 2 жыл бұрын
Really REALLY appreciate the value you place in side by side comparison. Idea - Going forward with all the mega super streaming integrated amplifier reviews, comparing external components with the included integrated ones would be A) painful for you, but B) very helpful for us - particularly with things like phono stages, just to gauge the component quality in a similar objective-ish way.
@AnotherAnonymousMan
@AnotherAnonymousMan 2 жыл бұрын
The wait's going to be agonising! Not that they're even available yet, but I'm immensely interested in these speakers.
@krisztianh.7445
@krisztianh.7445 2 жыл бұрын
The way John is teasing us before the ACTUAL review of these speakers is really the "Beginning of the End"... On the other hand, at least this title gives us - an otherwise predictable - sum up: if you are not into the hobby of buying, selling, playing with different set-ups, but looking for amazing (ultimate?) sound quality, services and aesthetics in one complete package: this might be the final destination.
@trinity0085
@trinity0085 2 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to part 2
@Michael-xz1nk
@Michael-xz1nk 2 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to see part 2. Very cool looking and I'll bet they sounds amazing knowing KEF. I just worry about active speakers with 2nd party components (e.g.., amplifiers) not made by the speaker manufacturer that cost $6,999 + tax (about $7,500 total in the US... certainly not pocket change for most). Replacement parts for all in one components could be a serious issue. I sure hope the warranty is 10 years for long term keepers of audio equipment. Unfortunately, there's little long term history on KEF actives to date with the LS50W only being out 3-4 years at most.
@aviatoFPV
@aviatoFPV Жыл бұрын
Yeah to add onto those worries, KEF has been notoriously bad with electronics. They use chinese amps that self destruct generally just outside of the warranty period. I had 2 active KEF products, both broke around the 2 year mark (kc62 sub died within the year).. I don't trust them anymore. I would love to buy the LS6 though, but I know I'll be mad at myself again when they invariably stop working.
@deangale4496
@deangale4496 2 жыл бұрын
Yours is the only KZbin where I actually love the advertising her voice is just great . 👍
@maxpower7504
@maxpower7504 2 жыл бұрын
Don't forget if you get lip sync issues (i.e. any audio delay) try disabling the phase correction/time alignment in the app - it should put the speaker into a low(er) latency mode
@themaskedsingercucucachu8225
@themaskedsingercucucachu8225 2 жыл бұрын
love the philosophy here, the side by side comparisons are why i am here, thanks.
@E.Frey2002
@E.Frey2002 2 жыл бұрын
I really like your room now. This new style is less contemporary and extra chill.
@andrewsmith3121
@andrewsmith3121 2 жыл бұрын
John, for you and your review, I will happily wait. Carry on, and just do you!
@halkdc
@halkdc 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking your time to review them properly.
@mbizozo6271
@mbizozo6271 2 жыл бұрын
I can’t afford any of the gear here but I never miss an upload.
@brick8253
@brick8253 6 ай бұрын
I mean juuust saying.... Hear me out! Yesss I know the ls60 is hella expensive 🫰🏼 but once you get them you don't need anything else such as a receiver, dac, amp or a streamer.... Those things can really raise the price extremely fast.... With just about any other setups you would really want get at least half that stuff in which you could easily spend just as much and have sooo much more clutter.... Something like this could cut most the accessories and cost "a lot of Ephesians on the could" yes you could make a system for wayyyyy less but I hope you can understand my point 😂 ps I don't have the money to spend on it either.... The cool thing about building a system is you can buy things and build as you go but with this you would need 5k in your hands right there.
@marksbrady09
@marksbrady09 2 жыл бұрын
thanks John, great video as always. really looking forward to part two, definitely on my very short shortlist 😁
@FireMunki63
@FireMunki63 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic, love your plan John :)
@coreyoliver3653
@coreyoliver3653 2 жыл бұрын
Aside from the subjects, themselves, man - your reviews are a work of art, sincerely. 👍🏽
@leemartin2978
@leemartin2978 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic first part review. I completely agree re the remote. I’m totally convinced that Bang and Olufsen have sold more TVs from handing the customer the remote than any actual picture differences compared with competitors. It exudes class and money. If you haven’t seen one just call in and have a look. It’s everything this one isn’t and it immediately reflects on the experience. These have all the makings of being great and I’m looking forward to part 2
@fortuitousjimmy1341
@fortuitousjimmy1341 2 жыл бұрын
Music recommendations can sometimes be a bit hit and miss. Not this time, you beauty, thank you so much for introducing me to this artist.
@Krell666
@Krell666 2 жыл бұрын
The worry with expensive active systems is the failure of the electronics. I've had three sets of actives and in all three an amp module died outside of warranty. The fact that KEF warrants the speaker for five years but the electronics for two is a worry on a high-end, high price piece of kit.
@julianwarr7246
@julianwarr7246 2 жыл бұрын
Yep, they're essentially disposable kit unless the manufacturer commits to support them for at least a decade - ideally longer. Just had a 20-year old Krell amp serviced. Are these speakers going to be serviceable in 20 years or will they be landfill?
@westelaudio943
@westelaudio943 2 жыл бұрын
@@julianwarr7246 Ideally they should be built in a way that much manufacturer's support isn't even needed to repair them. Anyways, in 10 years nobody will care about these things anymore because the world of digital trends will have moved on and most of the fancy-shmancy here won't even be supported anymore. Very short sighted decision to buy such things which will depreciate so quickly in value.
@electricsnut
@electricsnut 2 жыл бұрын
It’s not just amp failures but also app and software support…But yes I wouldn’t trust the amps either… they will fail its just a matter of when…
@episodesglow
@episodesglow 2 жыл бұрын
@@westelaudio943 I think this is how kii and D&D do it, they send you or the dealer a module you can just swap in or out
@dennisd9875
@dennisd9875 2 жыл бұрын
same here. I had distortion show up after little over 2 year. I had a KEF dealer looking at it and even after 3 months of being in the repair queue I got them back with the same issue, so I think this is a real and biggest concern of any buyer of this product. The fact they don't address this better is a big problem to me
@Thighwatts
@Thighwatts 2 жыл бұрын
your review process and production quality are top-notch! I enjoy your videos more than I should even when I'm not in the market for new loud speakers.
@666chew
@666chew 2 жыл бұрын
Kudos to your work ethic and thoroughness. That's what makes your reviews so informative and entertaining.
@shaanssonnets430
@shaanssonnets430 2 жыл бұрын
Would love to hear your thoughts on these compared to a pair of LS50W II with KC62 Subs (which appears on the surface level to be a similar spec and priced comparison) Thanks!
@manuelrobledo5106
@manuelrobledo5106 2 жыл бұрын
Yes ! You read my mind!
@maxwellgriffith
@maxwellgriffith 2 жыл бұрын
LS50W2/KC62 combo is $4300 usd at full retail, while these LS60 are $7000 usd, almost a 70% increase.
@markrosenthal9108
@markrosenthal9108 2 жыл бұрын
@@maxwellgriffith Or $5800 usd with a pair of KC62s, which may be a better comparison.
@Kenji-Tsuyoi
@Kenji-Tsuyoi 2 жыл бұрын
yes same I using that current set up
@sfh2110
@sfh2110 2 жыл бұрын
Exactly! My guess is the LS60 might have a cleaner midrange since it's designed as a dedicated midrange speaker whereas the LS50s have been designed to cater to midbass as well if required as evidenced by the thicker rubber surrounds. The LS50WII with dual KC62 will definitely dig deeper but then again might be much more difficult to get a coherent and perfectly blended full range sound as the LS60s with their Single Apparent Source design. Ofcourse you get the option to add a subwoofer or two with the LS60s in the future, which will add more price since the LS60W is already $1500 more than the LS50WII + dual KC62 combo to begin with! Excited to see Darko's followup 🥳
@mmdusa
@mmdusa 2 жыл бұрын
Of course I can't wait! But I will. Because you're worth it. Thanks J.D.
@jinvid
@jinvid 2 жыл бұрын
When I saw your short of the unboxing, I COULD NOT WAIT to see this review!
@KITFLETCH1
@KITFLETCH1 2 жыл бұрын
Very thorough. I’ve never been sure about the look of KEF speakers and think this is a bit ugly. I can see how others would like them. Fascinated by the location of the drivers and your comparison of this. Thank you.
@FluxStage
@FluxStage 2 жыл бұрын
Been looking forward to this upload!
@feejus
@feejus 2 жыл бұрын
Thnx for doing this. Super keen to get your view on these.
@Roof_Pizza
@Roof_Pizza 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for covering full sized speakers.
@jamiechuramusic
@jamiechuramusic 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your hard work and for taking the time to do the comparison/testing review the right way. We appreciate ya'! Looking forward to Part II whenever it's ready!
@de.grandi
@de.grandi 2 жыл бұрын
Your videos are eye candy in a 4K TV, congrats on the image quality
@lorenzo_bi
@lorenzo_bi 2 жыл бұрын
Great video and great, GREAT music suggestion. Thank you for your amazing work!
@emreturkeli
@emreturkeli 2 жыл бұрын
can't wait for the part 2!! and hoping that there will be comparisons with Ls50 Wireless 2s + KC62 and with the LS50 Metas + KC62 with price relevant amplification.
@mndlessdrwer
@mndlessdrwer 2 жыл бұрын
If you want apples to apples and you're considering the LS50 meta, which would require an amplifier stage anyway, then the R5 would be a bit closer in terms of a tower that doesn't strictly need a subwoofer.
@popeyepanther4519
@popeyepanther4519 Жыл бұрын
Is there a part 2? I can't find it
@ciousli
@ciousli 2 жыл бұрын
Seems like KEF mastered the art of the WAF. They look really nice.
@aviatoFPV
@aviatoFPV Жыл бұрын
If they would also master the art of making integrated amps that don't self destruct after their warranty period I would be a happy camper. I'll never buy an active KEF product again until I see some surviving for longer than 2 years.
@piotrhermaniuk5998
@piotrhermaniuk5998 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Now the only question everybody will ask is: How do they compare with Buchardt a700? Pretty much the same price range, completely different approach to build
@yowandbm
@yowandbm 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I'd like to see that video comparison, as well as review alone of the A700
@dushk0
@dushk0 2 жыл бұрын
I'd guess in both sound and form factor (practicality - it's not a generic fugly box with a backwards design concept that you have to protect and pamper as a bonus, easier to move) it would be KEF.
@justinsabourin4769
@justinsabourin4769 2 жыл бұрын
I think the a700 is definitely the closest competitor to these. I’m sure both of them sound amazing.
@damned006
@damned006 2 жыл бұрын
you absolutly need to have the Buchardt A700 in comparison ! Same spirit and flavour, about the same price, you already know Mads well so it's a very (very very) simple process for you. Indulge us, it will be huge.
@sonnyhenriksen9398
@sonnyhenriksen9398 2 жыл бұрын
Mads, not Mad...
@geraldmcmullon2465
@geraldmcmullon2465 2 жыл бұрын
Buchardt A700 down to 17Hz. WiSA, no latency. The price is lower than systems they might be compared with.
@damned006
@damned006 2 жыл бұрын
@@sonnyhenriksen9398 absolutly
@damned006
@damned006 2 жыл бұрын
@@geraldmcmullon2465 I do own the A700 walnut and I did have the ls50w among others speakers. The A700 are very very hard to beat when it comes to bass, quantity, quality in such a small footprint. Not as powerfull as a sb3000 I have in the TV corner but still very impressive (more than Kii tree for example). But they're not perfect, sadly, as any speaker/system
@yowandbm
@yowandbm 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah! Same thought! Buchardt would be better I think
@syanhc
@syanhc 2 жыл бұрын
Love your attitude. I love your time taken to do things right!
@hanneskluytenaar6908
@hanneskluytenaar6908 2 жыл бұрын
I was so lucky to have the possibility to listen to them already. I was really impressed by the over all package of them. It is a fully hifi system in a very nice package. And most important, they sound really nice. Unfortunately not really my budget. But should I win the lottery. These would be my choice.
@RobbyRobinson1
@RobbyRobinson1 2 жыл бұрын
I love my LS50 Meta/KC62 workspace setup, I'd go for this.
@klaverro
@klaverro 2 жыл бұрын
Great introduction video. Very nice looking speakers. Can’t wait for part two. Love to see a comparison with the new Dynaudio Focus 30.
@gennadiyseafarer2894
@gennadiyseafarer2894 2 жыл бұрын
Awaitig for new video!!!!
@vikrambhaskar7976
@vikrambhaskar7976 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful! Even if it takes time, give us the best quality review as you always do! Please bring more tower speakers to this channel Darko!
@tee-jaythestereo-bargainph2120
@tee-jaythestereo-bargainph2120 2 жыл бұрын
I love the desighn Sleek n Sheek Wow ! Thanks John room looks great !
@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461
@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461 2 жыл бұрын
🤗THANKS FOR YOUR MUSIC 🎶 SUGGESTIONS AND TAKING YOUR TIME REVIEWING THEM 🤔😍😍😍
@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461
@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461 2 жыл бұрын
🤗LISTENING AND PASSED IT ON TO OTHERS 🎶👍😍😍😁
@igloo687
@igloo687 2 жыл бұрын
Just bought demo KEF reference 3. Wow wow and thrice wow.
@buffal0bilious
@buffal0bilious 2 жыл бұрын
In terms of use case and price, the Buchardt A700 feels like a natural competitor to these. I like how slim these are though, but the Buchardt's wood veneers look great.
@sanchfam01
@sanchfam01 2 жыл бұрын
This is the comparison that I am hoping for!
@yowandbm
@yowandbm 2 жыл бұрын
Aaah yeah I would die for A to Be comparison by John!!!
@agharwal
@agharwal 2 жыл бұрын
Same. Haven't come across many reviews/comparisons of A700.
@sd1667
@sd1667 2 жыл бұрын
On a whim I tried the Giant Sand - Tucson based on your recommendation. Totally hooked. In fact listening to it as I write this. Thanks. Tidal-Roon-LuminU1mini-AudioResearchLS27-ParasoundA21-DynaudioS40-VelodyneDD12+. As usual loved the ls60 review. Waiting for the sound part of it. Hope you compare it with ls50meta+KC62.
@boostaholic7116
@boostaholic7116 2 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to seeing the next installment! You are the best reviewer out there I guess that's why Kef shipped these 2 weeks before the actual launch. Keep up the good work! 👍
@edwardphilipmarianafzger9800
@edwardphilipmarianafzger9800 2 жыл бұрын
Hi i am also an Audiofreak since the begin of the eighties you are an amazing reviewer ! and yes I can wait four five weeks or even more I always learned that let the set play at least about 150 hours before making a judgment at all.
@jazzbase412
@jazzbase412 2 жыл бұрын
Holy smokes your reviews are good! Thanks John!
@tronderikbrekke8792
@tronderikbrekke8792 2 жыл бұрын
Great part 1. Waiting for part 2, is like waiting for Christmas, as a child. But do it right! The probability of me purchasing a pair is very high.
@themrgumbatron
@themrgumbatron Жыл бұрын
The most impressive speakers, I love them and also did a review. I throughly enjoyed your highly detailed audiophile perspective. Nicely done mate.✌
@IELTSfaster
@IELTSfaster 2 жыл бұрын
Oh, such a tease in not giving us just a crumb on how they sound. I guess I'll have to wait. A comparison that would be really interesting and I think relevant for potential buyers, would be the Buchardt Audio A700. They both seem to fill a similar space in the market and are similarly priced. It would also be good to hear a proper opinion on the A700 as there is very little currently on the internet. Looking forward to hearing your views on how the LS60 sound.
@JayDpwnz
@JayDpwnz 2 жыл бұрын
I really like buchardt products since the WISA connectivity standard has more compatibility for home theatre and you can mix match products from different brands.
@peterpetrov4654
@peterpetrov4654 2 жыл бұрын
@Darko thank you so much for doing what you do! I have the same question I am so divided now I was about to buy the A700 but now these babies appeared ^^ let us know what u think
@JogieGlenMait16
@JogieGlenMait16 2 жыл бұрын
Rarely do I love something that I'd actually want to own one. I've been following KEF since the Darko Podcast on their smallest sub and I am continually impressed with their new technology.
@Freedom89984
@Freedom89984 2 жыл бұрын
If you already have a good amp and dac, please try the LS50 Meta and a good subwoofer. This LS60 is packed with electronics. One small issue and you lose your whole audio system. This is a speaker set for design lovers (and also like good audio) who used to buy B&O etc. It’s not a set for audio lovers. They want a nice amp and a pair of real speakers, not a pair of electric car chargers in your living room. Said that, I believe that the LS60’s will find it’s way to the customers. They have enough to attract buyers with a filled wallet looking for a compromise to keep their wife and their ears happy.
@aeromaniac13
@aeromaniac13 2 жыл бұрын
Take your time! Thanks for the heads up, as I've been so eager to learn more, but I'd rather wait for a thorough, detailed experience and explanation rather than a description of the sound. I don't want words, I want connection!! Haha thanks for another great video.
@conduit242
@conduit242 2 жыл бұрын
Exceptional British design ❤
@simonkwan3074
@simonkwan3074 2 жыл бұрын
Actually, quite an international effort, with UK doing the brilliant acoustic engineering and the industrial design primarily done by KEF's team in Hong Kong working in collaboration w/ Michael Young :-)
@iborrada
@iborrada 2 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to part 2!
@azza2575
@azza2575 2 жыл бұрын
Can't tell you how glad I am to see Kendrick on the TV. I know you're not a hip hop fan, however I hope you joined that masterclass in hip hop John. He's a phenomenal artist.
@robertdonovan1554
@robertdonovan1554 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the Music suggestion. Really digging it.
@SumbaListens
@SumbaListens 2 жыл бұрын
My goodness, these are some handsome speakers..
@lazarosnikolaidis256
@lazarosnikolaidis256 2 жыл бұрын
You really worth it to be one of the very few on the planet to review this beautiful speaker. Can' t wait for part II. One minor complaint: where's the review for Pro-Ject RS2T? Many thanks for your nice videos. Greetings.
@Justwantahover
@Justwantahover 2 жыл бұрын
I like the woofer arrangement for that "point source" bass sound. I build speakers, and I have a different approach to bass source treatment. I also built up my own coaxial drivers. In my speakers I have the coaxial on the top of my floorstanding box but the coaxial driver is not quite in the box. There is a gap between the speaker hole and the driver that is mounted with longer screws with spacers. And the speaker hole is actually bass vent treated with a 2" deep tube behind the speaker hole. Without that, the speaker simply won't acoustically work (obviously). And (this bass treated speaker hole for the coaxial) also acts as a bass vent for a 10" woofer on the bottom panel, facing straight down onto the floor (with 1" high stubbs under the box for the sound to escape). The bass sound from the back of the woofer (inside the box) escapes around the coaxial driver for "point source" bass sound. And the source of the bass fired onto the floor has a vague source sound. And it sounds good low to the floor with that omni bass sound (along with the coaxial bass and the woofer bass around the coaxial driver). And there is always some residual med sound coming from the woofer (like with all conventional speaker woofers). And it escapes around the semi open coaxial driver bass vent and there is a very slight out of phase delay. But vastly most med is from the coaxial so the phase shift is very subtle and seems to add to the already spacial sound of the semi open coaxial. It sounds good and makes the room sound much bigger). I also have another smaller floor stander speaker made that is a very similar design in every way except that it's a full range driver instead of the home hacked coaxial. They sound great but the big speakers (with the coaxials) crank and have that big sound.
@paulthomas7007
@paulthomas7007 2 жыл бұрын
Loving the addition of kendrick’s new video in the background. Speakers look pretty great too…
@rogernadal5606
@rogernadal5606 2 жыл бұрын
Best reviewer of the world :-)
@shovelhead56
@shovelhead56 2 жыл бұрын
Thank You so much for the album recommendation. Had never heard Giant Sand. Love that album!! Such a unique style and sound.
@simonangelin6074
@simonangelin6074 2 жыл бұрын
I'll gladly wait a couple of weeks for a good review 😊 Gorgeous speakers by the way 😍😋
@chawonytube
@chawonytube 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome content as always.
@amtprodu
@amtprodu 2 жыл бұрын
I was about to say "man that's a beautiful print on the wall!!!", but then it changed, then it had a moving picture on it......and I remembered you got a cool flat panel TV!! I need to re-watch that episode!
@TheLWebb100
@TheLWebb100 2 жыл бұрын
A glossy black color in these would be fire!!
@shreyasdharur7748
@shreyasdharur7748 2 жыл бұрын
Methodology > Instant results Not many reviewers make that tradeoff but John does and that makes him stand out as a super credible source!
@rutgerleunen4812
@rutgerleunen4812 4 ай бұрын
Together with the featured Suede album in a more recent video, Tucson was by far the best album recommendation. Thank you, John
@benpatana7664
@benpatana7664 2 жыл бұрын
Kudos on the Giant Sands Tuscon recommendation. Splendid!
@Ainftcommunity
@Ainftcommunity 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Thanks!
@sparkplug964
@sparkplug964 2 жыл бұрын
Just brought a pair of LS50 speakers, and they are astonishing good sounding Speaker.
@renevanrijckevorsel6361
@renevanrijckevorsel6361 2 жыл бұрын
nice review. As an audio lover who loves allot of brands i always enjoy your reviews. Greeting from Eersel, Netherlands.
@bjwal6
@bjwal6 2 жыл бұрын
ATC SCM19A is the first comparison that sprung to my mind, purely based on well known active speaker at similar price
@leokuiper2593
@leokuiper2593 2 жыл бұрын
Very interested in this set. Here in Hong Kong we have a few luxurious audition rooms from KEF with the possibility to book them for a hour. Been there a couple of time and if you need more time with them they won’t make a problem if nobody else is waiting for the room. Didn’t book yet, but certainly will do in the near future.
@wkapteijn
@wkapteijn 2 жыл бұрын
Legend! Yes i can wait, i cannot afford it sny way so reviews like your are a nice guilty pleasure. Enjoy!
@carefortops8976
@carefortops8976 2 жыл бұрын
Indeed a great album, thank you for sharing Giant Sand
@yowandbm
@yowandbm 2 жыл бұрын
This one vs Buchardt A700! Same price, but I think Buchardt would mop the floor with these LS60s, it goes down to 17Hz they say. Can't wait for your review of A700, although I know you're not reviewing floorstanders but I still hope you will pick that one up from Mads.
@TheAlbert18361
@TheAlbert18361 2 жыл бұрын
Buchardt A700 as the comparator system pls…. No hurry but pls don’t make us wait too long….
@andrewrae50
@andrewrae50 2 жыл бұрын
Darko is simply the best!
@havardstle3788
@havardstle3788 2 жыл бұрын
Darko puts googly eyes on his plants so he knows where he stands with them!🤣 (#Snl Christopher Walken/ indor gardening) btw exiting speakers, exitied about the sound review.
@gertverboomen
@gertverboomen 2 жыл бұрын
It would be interesting to see a comparison with the new Dynaudio Focus active wireless speakers launched at the Munich High End show.
@mndlessdrwer
@mndlessdrwer 2 жыл бұрын
I had a chance to hear a set of these recently at my local Audio Advice showroom and I couldn't help but say "these are remarkable" after listening to them. Are they truly worth their close-enough-as-makes-no-difference $7000 price tag? Possibly not. But are they a truly stunning bit of industrial design and speaker packaging that makes a sound that is competitive with systems of similar price points? Absolutely. The sound is good, but the pre-production units I heard still needed some software updates to finalize the crossover points for their DSPs to better blend the midbass transition. I do think that, once KEF finalizes their tuning and/or provides user controls for their active crossover networks, these things will be a truly special standalone option for people who may not want to bother running a separate receiver or sound processor and amplifier. They are a unique proposition because they are both aesthetically beautiful, compact, and they offer an atmospheric quality to their sound without losing the directionality that you need for good staging. They are also remarkably compact for the amount of sound they produce. It almost beggars belief that they're able to produce such room-filling sound with how narrow the enclosure is and how good and impactful their mids are given how small the mid-woofer is on the Uni-Q driver. They're really something special that you have to hear to believe. Having said that, if you were to be selective about your purchases, it is totally possible to make a better sounding stereo setup than the LS60 for the same price, or possibly less. These are just a very good total solution for stereo listening.
@atrain5197
@atrain5197 2 жыл бұрын
I'm beginning to enjoy the music recommendations almost as much as the kit- first Tranquillity Bass and now Giant Sand! I haven't heard Tucson and I doubt it beats Chores of Enchantment, but hey- you never know! Speakers are beautiful these days, that is for sure...
@RulerZigZagZigAllah
@RulerZigZagZigAllah 2 жыл бұрын
Tranquility Bass has been on nonstop since the video! Amazing album, whole family loves it. Can’t wait to discover Giant Sand now:-D
@lukaszdoleczek6852
@lukaszdoleczek6852 2 жыл бұрын
Pleeeease compare them to buchardts a700. There are NO reviews of them online whatsoever. Thanks!!
@michaellittle2995
@michaellittle2995 2 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to the second part of the review but the Giant Sand recommendation was fantastic, I discover so many new artists watching this channel.
@jack1109
@jack1109 2 жыл бұрын
Hey! Thanks for the album recommendation. Love it! I have the LS50W2s with one KC62 just like the simplicity of streaming direct to the speakers and no need for that endless discussion about how much to spend on cables! Using Tidal the sound quality is wonderful. These new LS60 look great and I guess sound great too! Not bothered about the remote. I have never used it. I use the app on my tablet for everything
@FAB_Steve_James
@FAB_Steve_James 2 жыл бұрын
I couldn’t wait any longer - I pulled the pin and ordered a pair. Can’t wait for them to arrive. Praying they live up to their potential. On a separate note I received a call from a very nice rep at Kef Direct in the US. He talked me through the shipping process, that has never happened before. The rep sounded as excited as I am about getting them, asked me to call him back when I get them to let him know what I think of them. Full disclosure - there are speakers 29 & 30 in my 25 year + Kef love affair. From Eggs, to Q’s, to LS50 wireless (1 & 2)…
@hearmeout0909
@hearmeout0909 10 ай бұрын
How is your experience with the product?
@jasonwholloway
@jasonwholloway 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, John, for turning me on to Giant Sand!
@flohmann
@flohmann 2 жыл бұрын
Very curious how these compare to the LS50W2 + kc62 combo.
@ferchizzle
@ferchizzle 2 жыл бұрын
A dual KC62 combo would be appropriate.
@sergioalvarado8779
@sergioalvarado8779 2 жыл бұрын
Interesting question. I would like that Review too.
@sergioalvarado8779
@sergioalvarado8779 2 жыл бұрын
Hi John. Great review as usual. One day I will get one of those, hopefully. Now, it`s out of my budget. Greetings from Costa Rica.
@audiodemos2579
@audiodemos2579 2 жыл бұрын
Hi John, I really think your are making an excellent decision by taking the time to compare side to side to a traditional system on the price range. Your audience (including me) are the vast majority guys that like to compare systems as there is absolutely not a "best" one, but one can be better than another. This product in particular presents a challenge to our hobby as looks like it puts a "masses pleaser" product as priority instead of the audiophile crowd. You can't mix and match things here. It is all pre built and defined (like it or not). I believe this is like an iPhone product. An all in one without any chance to do anything to it (like adding more storage (microSD or changing the battery). it is what it is, you as consumer can't make it better. What I really don't like on this product is it's monocolor. I think loudspeakers take an important place on any living room and I want wood (even fake) on mine. Looking forward for part two!
@JohnM605
@JohnM605 2 жыл бұрын
Yes! Giant Sand, Tucson, is just an awesome album and makes speakers come alive vertically and horizontally.
@linkeddevices
@linkeddevices 2 жыл бұрын
The tweeter woofer sealed damper is derived from the 7th and 8th gen sealed suspension system gasket. The only other speaker than the 300X and the 300XSEs (exemplifications of 7th and 8th gen Uni Q generations, the 9th being the Blade,) was the LSx which was essentially ac active variant of the LSx.
@LePetitGrande
@LePetitGrande 2 жыл бұрын
Oh, I am so excited. Thanks for the Review, I love the soundtrack :) Regarding the speakers: I always ask myself how those speakers will work on a long term. I mean, they are so expensive, I would want to use them for at least what. 10, 15 years? But how will they stay up to date? What if there is a new standarf music streaming provider replacing spotify and tidal in 5 years. Will there be an update of will I be stuck to a shitty bluetooth connection at that point? Have not found really useful answers to that, wish they would have chosen the path of the higher Class NAD Amps with their exchangable digital module. Hope you maybe also talk about that on part two
@rotaks1
@rotaks1 2 жыл бұрын
This was a great episode. I would like to put in a plug for your podcast episode about these speakers. That podcast is incredible. Thanks!
@arnfinnhorne
@arnfinnhorne 7 ай бұрын
Based on your test we got hold of a pair. Best speakers we have ever had. Then we have had some friende visitings us, and they went to the hifi-shop to buy a pair.
@bradnoah6626
@bradnoah6626 2 жыл бұрын
KEF is really doing some cool things with their engineering. I'm a long time fan of the UniQ drivers and they keep taking fresh new approaches with their technology. Just put some LS50 Meta into a room with a KC62 and it's a very nice combination. Not the end all, be all, but still very solid especially for the price point and aesthetics.
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