Kef
BACKGROUND
Innovation, our inspiration
Innovation is what sets KEF apart. The results are plain for all to see… and hear.
Raymond Cooke OBE was a music lover and a deeply practical man. In 1961, keen to experiment with new materials and technologies in order to create products that delivered a superior acoustic performance, he launched his fledgling company on a foundation of quality engineering with a vision that has ensured its continued success to the present day.
KEF was one of the originators of the British hi-fi industry, and right from the start took a pioneering approach to loudspeaker design. KEF spearheaded the use of synthetic materials for diaphragms and driver surrounds and was the first company to use the power of computers in loudspeaker testing and design.
Now in its sixth decade, KEF continues to develop class-leading products at its R&D and engineering base in Maidstone, Kent. Thanks to continued innovation and an ever-growing portfolio of cutting-edge, high-performance products, KEF retains its reputation as the choice of the discerning audiophile.
KEF was built on innovation, and innovation remains at the heart of everything it does.
OUR FOUNDER
Raymond Cooke OBE
Following his time as a radio operator in the Royal Navy, Raymond Cooke obtained a BSc in Electrical Engineering from the University of London and went on to join the Engineering Designs Department at the BBC where he was exposed to the pioneering loudspeaker development work of a talented group of engineers that included Dudley Harwood and D.E.L. Shorter. After five years at Wharfedale, working alongside Gilbert Briggs, he decided to set up his own company to develop loudspeakers using the latest in materials technology.
KEF soon found success with products such as the K1 Monitor and the bookshelf ‘Celeste’ and, with Cooke’s commitment to strong engineering principles, developed into one of the leading loudspeaker companies in the world. KEF became famous for the quality of its drive units, which were used in countless systems around the world, and later for significant developments in loudspeaker measurement technology. The investment required to achieve this level of technical expertise was considerable but Raymond Cooke correctly judged the logical route forward that KEF needed to take.
Cooke was a great communicator and made sure that not just the engineering but the marketing of KEF products was up to his high standards. His commitment to the audio industry was visible from his support of the Audio Engineering Society, of which he was president in 1984, and from which he was awarded the Silver Medal in 1993 for outstanding contributions to transducer measurements. His contributions on a wider scale were recognised in 1979 when he was awarded the OBE by HM Queen Elizabeth II. Raymond Cooke sadly passed away in 1995 but his legacy lives on in the company that he founded. He spoke of his vision for KEF as follows: ‘I was determined to put into practice the many possibilities I could see for improving loudspeakers through more rigorous engineering’.
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KEF / PORSCHE DESIGN Motion One Bluetooth Earphones
Two world-renowned brands, Porsche Design, known for iconic design and KEF, acclaimed for exceptional British acoustics, have joined together to deliver an uncompromisingly luxurious Hi-Fi sound space. Bring music with you everywhere, on business trips, and at home.
Special Price $339.00 Regular Price $399.00 -
KEF / PORSCHE DESIGN Space One Wireless - Black
Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones
Special Price $449.00 Regular Price $599.00 -
KEF KF92 Subwoofer
KF92 is a compact, room-friendly subwoofer engineered to deepen every listening experience.Two massive 9-inch drivers in a force-cancelling configuration are powered by an immense 1000 Watts (RMS) of power. Optimised with KEF's Music Integrity Engine™, KF92 delivers astonishing levels of deep and controlled bass.
Special Price $3,295.00 Regular Price $3,495.00 -
KEF Kube 10b 10 inch Subwoofer
10 Inches Bass Driver Active Subwoofer The mid-sized Kube 10b has a sealed cabinet, 10 inches bass driver and 300 Watts to produce serious extension and control. The latest addition to KEF's powerful range of subwoofers opens up sound’s hidden depths thanks to 300 Watts of Class D power integrated with a 10 inches driver and iBX dynamic bass extension technology.
Special Price $1,140.00 Regular Price $1,295.00 -
KEF Kube 12b 12 inch Subwoofer
12 Inches Bass Driver Active Subwoofer The Kube12b is engineered to deliver the deepest bass for music and movies, if you want to feel the earth move look no further. Perfect for creating a deep and clean rumble in large rooms. The Kube 12b has a 300 Watts Class D amplifier and a large 12 inches driver, as well as iBX technology to dynamically extend bass depth.
Special Price $1,324.00 Regular Price $1,495.00 -
KEF Kube 8b 8 inch Subwoofer
8 Inches Bass Driver Active Subwoofer Don't let its compact size fool you, the Kube 8b may not take up much space but the bass it delivers is anything but small. With an 8 inches driver the Kube8b is perfect for smaller living rooms. It shares the 300 Watts Class D amp from the bigger Kubes and has iBX technology to extend the bass depth dynamically.
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KEF LS50 Wireless II + KC62 Subwoofer
From June 6th to July 31st, Save up to $1598 LS50 Wireless II is more than a high-performance loudspeaker; it’s the perfect all-in-one speaker system. It reveals every detail of your favourite music, which you stream from any source thanks to wireless compatibility with AirPlay 2, Chromecast and more.
Special Price $6,000.00 Regular Price $7,290.00 -
KEF LS50 Wireless II + S2 Floorstands
From June 6th to July 31st, Save up to $1598 LS50 Wireless II is more than a high-performance loudspeaker; it’s the perfect all-in-one speaker system. It reveals every detail of your favourite music, which you stream from any source thanks to wireless compatibility with AirPlay 2, Chromecast and more.
Special Price $4,300.00 Regular Price $5,094.00 -
KEF LS50 Wireless II + S2 Floorstands + KC62 Subwoofer
From June 6th to July 31st, Save up to $1598 LS50 Wireless II is more than a high-performance loudspeaker; it’s the perfect all-in-one speaker system. It reveals every detail of your favourite music, which you stream from any source thanks to wireless compatibility with AirPlay 2, Chromecast and more.
Special Price $6,500.00 Regular Price $8,089.00 -
KEF Speaker Stands
Custom designed speaker stands for use specifically with the LS50 and LS50 Wireless speakers.
Special Price $499.00 Regular Price $599.00 -
KEF T105 Home Theatre Speaker Package
With five deceptively compact model T101s as front and rear satellites as well as the centre channel, plus the discreet T-2 subwoofer, the T105 system is powerful enough to fill most normal rooms with a compellingly detailed 3D sound image.
Special Price $2,549.00 Regular Price $2,999.00 -
Kef Ventura 6 Outdoor Speakers - Black
On the patio, by the pool, or on your yacht, the KEF Ventura 6 all-weather outdoor speaker pair lets you enjoy your music with no compromises. Ventura 6 is perfect for medium-to-large sized outdoor listening areas, or for those looking for more than mid-level background music.
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Kef Ventura 6 Outdoor Speakers - White
On the patio, by the pool, or on your yacht, the KEF Ventura 6 all-weather outdoor speaker pair lets you enjoy your music with no compromises. Ventura 6 is perfect for medium-to-large sized outdoor listening areas, or for those looking for more than mid-level background music.
Special Price $899.00 Regular Price $999.00