KEF Launches the New LS LUXE Speakers

LUXURY LISTENING, REDEFINED: KEF LAUNCHES LS LUXE

 

A fusion of refined sculptural design and uncompromising acoustic excellence…

MAIDSTONE, KENT, UK – 30 July, 2026: For 65 years, KEF has shaped the future of sound through audio innovation. Today, KEF announces its most ambitious creation to date: the LS LUXE. Developed in partnership with acclaimed visionary designer Ross Lovegrove, LS LUXE redefines the meaning of luxury listening.

 

Sculptural Design Meets Acoustic Excellence

LS LUXE transforms every space into an oasis of pure, immersive sound, combining refined visual artistry with advanced acoustic engineering. At its core: KEF’s 12th-generation 6.5-inch Uni-Q® driver featuring Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT®), and the debut of KEF’s Velocity Control Technology (VECO). Together, these breakthroughs set a new definition for wireless Hi-Fi and elevated living.

 

Design by Ross Lovegrove

LS LUXE, a functional work of art that captivates the senses and enriches its environment, whether music is playing or not. Continuing KEF’s collaboration with visionary designer Ross Lovegrove, LS LUXE carries forward a legacy of icons, including Muon, Mu headphones, and the Muo portable speaker. Internationally renowned for his sculptural, organic forms, Lovegrove has transformed LS LUXE into an object that demands attention where sculpture and technology become one.

 

“At KEF, we have always aimed to redefine the listening experience and make it truly inspiring. LS LUXE is that vision realised. True luxury doesn't announce itself - it transforms the atmosphere of a space, blending design excellence and acoustic mastery in a way that feels both immersive and effortless.

When people ask what luxury sounds like, this is our answer.” 

Grace Lo - President & Head of Global Marketing at KEF

Performance by Design
LS LUXE is both a sculptural piece of art and a wireless speaker engineered to redefine luxury listening. Its rounded, low-diffraction design, robust materials, flexible decoupling chassis, and advanced bulk moulding compound enable a purer sound experience, with sharper clarity and deeper bass, setting a new benchmark beyond the gold-standard LS50 Wireless II.

Hear Every Detail – Powered by KEF’s Innovative 12th-Generation 6.5-inch Uni-Q® with MAT®Technology

LS LUXE delivers breathtaking clarity and powerful bass. Featuring KEF’s 12th-generation 6.5-inch Uni-Q®driver array with advanced Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT®), it offers a wider sweet spot and minimal distortion. Decades of KEF innovation have culminated in this latest Uni-Q® design, with the tweeter precisely positioned at the acoustic centre of the woofer, ensuring perfectly even sound dispersion throughout your space.

 

MAT® Technology acts as an acoustic black hole, absorbing 99% of unwanted rear sound from the tweeter to virtually eliminate distortion - delivering a wider sweet spot, exceptionally low coloration, and an immersive, natural listening experience.

 

To maintain this purity, the Uni-Q® assembly is mechanically decoupled with a flexible chassis, isolating vibrations and ensuring the integrity of every note.

 

Unrivalled Bass Precision – Introducing Velocity Control Technology (VECO): LS LUXE delivers a highly controlled sound with improved bass accuracy and reduced distortion. The first speaker to feature KEF’s Velocity Control Technology (VECO), LS LUXE builds on its successful debut in the XIO soundbar to remove elements that can obscure detail in the sound. This closed-loop system uses a velocity sensor to monitor the Uni-Q® driver in real time, feeding data instantly to a custom amplifier that corrects any movement inconsistencies. 

 

Consistent Clarity at Any Volume - Driven by Music Integrity Engine® (MIE)

Enhanced detail, accuracy and tonality even for lower volumes and across longer listening sessions, LS LUXE’s advanced hardware is complemented by exceptional software for consistent clarity and balance.

KEF’s proprietary Music Integrity Engine® (MIE) uses finely tuned DSP algorithms to maintain definition and exceptional performance as amplifiers work harder.

 

Combining a 100W Class AB and 280W Class D current-drive amplifier per speaker, LS LUXE delivers high output with lower distortion for pure, dynamic sound.   

 

 

 

Ultimate Connectivity - Built on KEF’s Industry-Leading W2 Wireless Platform

Enjoy high-fidelity, lossless formats up to 24-bit/384kHz and multi-room audio throughout your home. LS LUXE is built on KEF’s industry-leading W2 Wireless Platform, enabling seamless music streaming with direct access to top services: Tidal, Amazon Music, Qobuz, Deezer, and more, directly from their native apps via Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, QPlay, AirPlay, or Google Cast. 

 

LS LUXE also supports a wide range of wired connections – including HDMI eARC, analogue, optical, and coaxial, so you can easily connect your TV, CD player, or game console. Each speaker includes a dedicated subwoofer output, and audiophiles can stream from local NAS drives or music servers, supporting lossless formats up to 24-bit/384kHz PCM and DSD. 

 

Personalised Listening - Effortless Control and Customisation

LS LUXE is easy to set up and can be precisely configured through the KEF Connect App so you can fine-tune sound performance to match your environment and personal preference. Choose 'Normal' mode for step-by-step guidance with minimal tools, or 'Expert' mode for granular control over EQ settings in dBs – putting full mastery in your hands.  Advanced Room EQ DSP automatically adapts the speaker to your room while dedicated subwoofer presets guarantee seamless integration with KEF's subwoofer range.

 

Manage volume, source selection, and settings effortlessly via the app or the C3 Remote. Everything is designed for intuitive use, so you can enjoy exceptional without any technical expertise required.

 

Product Finishes and Accessories

LS LUXE is available in three elegant colourways: Dusk Titanium, Eclipse Black, and Mineral White. Each speaker comes with the C3 Remote, crafted with a luxurious aluminium top plate, backlit buttons, and a customisable favourite button, making daily control as refined as the system itself. 

 

Optional S-LUXE floor stands offer integrated cable management for a clean, professional look. The K-Stream interspeaker cable allows high-resolution audio transfer with up to 8 metres of placement flexibility. For added convenience, the KW1 wireless subwoofer adapter kit enables a completely cable-free connection between LS LUXE and KEF subwoofers.

 

 

Key Features

• 12th Generation 6.5-inch Uni-Q® with MAT® technology 
• Industrial design by Ross Lovegrove
• Sculpted cabinet in three finishes: Eclipse Black, Dusk Titanium, Mineral White
• Velocity Control Technology (VECO) for reduced bass distortion
• Custom Music Integrity Engine® (MIE) DSP for reference-quality sound
• Decoupling chassis minimises vibration for cleaner, natural sound
• 100W Class AB + 280W Class D amps per speaker
• W2 Wireless Platform with Tidal, Amazon Music, Qobuz, Deezer, AirPlay, Google Cast, Roon-ready (available in 2027)
• HDMI eARC, analogue, optical, and coaxial wired inputs
• Advanced Room EQ with Normal and Expert modes Compatible with S-LUXE floor stands, K-Stream cable, and KW1 wireless subwoofer adapter (sold separately)

 

Price

• LS LUXE Speakers (pair)
• GBP £3500
• EUR €4000
• USD $4000
• AUD $6375

 

• S-LUXE Floor Stand (pair)
• GBP £800
• EUR €900
• USD $800
• AUD $1230

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