Highlights
Quality
I used an inexpensive old subwoofer with the old setup.
I would recommend a subwoofer since i love bass and there are limitations for any bookshelf speaker when it comes to bass but i... Read More
The sound quality is absolutely amazing but without dynamic compression or other equalizer setting, it doesn't really sound det... Read More
Your needs may vary, and the app is good enough to enjoy the product.
Price
For streaming hi-res, it is hard to beat at this price.
Competitiveness
Connectivity is also great with arc hdmi for use with a compatibletv that delivers better sound than a soundbar.
Instead they opted to keep pushing very old 1980's s/pdif connectivity, which is very outdated.
Use case: the kef ls50 wireless ii isn't just a pair of speakers, it's a complete digital audiophile system.
I bought the kef ls50 wireless iis for convenience; to use on our deck and other rooms in our home not connected for music.
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Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Use case the kef ls50 wireless ii isnt just a pair of speakers its a complete digital audiophile system
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Connectivity the ls50w2 is set up and controlled through the kef connect app which requires an ios or android device
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Roon google cast airplay 2 and upnp are all supported as is bluetooth though if you ask me using bluetooth with speakers this good is like putting cheap gas in a racing car
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
You can also play directly from the apps and web browser interfaces of all the major music streaming services
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Physical digital inputs are spdif via toslink or rca and earcenabled hdmi suitable for connection to a television the usb connector is a service port and does not function as an audio source
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The quick setup guide will tell you that the primary speaker should be your right channel but reversing them is a simple toggle in the app so put it on whichever side makes sense for your space
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The primary unit is equipped with wifi but you can connect it to your router via ethernet if your wireless is dodgy
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Likewise the primary and secondary units communicate with each other wirelessly by default but a toggle in the app can set them to use ethernet instead doing this also increases the audio sample rate from 96khz to 192khz