Flanked by a pair of 165mm (6.5in.) ultra-low distortion LF drivers
(independently loaded to neutralise distortion from internal
standing waves) for exceptionally fluid bass response, the individually
pair-matched Uni-Q
midrange/HF array floods even the largest
space with an intricately detailed sound image, irrespective of
where you happen to be sitting.
Dynamics are crisp and assured, with seamless transitions born
from crossover technology based on that of the KEF
Reference Series and perfectly matched to the advanced
19mm (0.75in.) tweeter with the new ‘tangerine’ waveguide.
Together these capture nuances of the human voice that
you usually only ever hear live. What you experience is a big,
expansive sound tempered by a remarkable delicacy. Flawlessly
natural imagery, especially with digital formats. Full-bodied
emotion under perfect control. It’s a beguiling combination.
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FlOORSTANDINg ExcEllENcE
XQ40
Respect is what the XQ40 commands.
Not just because it sounds as assertive
as it looks, but because of the uncanny
illusion of presence it creates. With
music or drama, it is as if the original
source of the sound were right there
in the room.
Birdseye Maple
Khaya Mahogany
Piano Black
Full bandwidth three-way floorstander
Unrivalled off-axis performance from KEF’s latest
165mm (6.5in.) Uni-Q
midrange/HF array with
new ‘tangerine’ waveguide
Two 165mm (6.5in.) ultra-low distortion bass
drivers in dedicated enclosures
Reference Series inspired audiophile grade tiered
crossover to eliminate coupling effects
Magnetically shielded, with a choice of three superb
high gloss finishes
