The KEF LSX II LT (left) is significantly more affordable than the LSX II (right).
(Image credit: What Hi-Fi?)We didn't think the KEF LSX II LT wireless speaker system could be beaten for value. The stripped-back version of the standard KEF LSX II took all that we loved about that setup and streamlined it to give the consumer even greater value and, as our five-star review confirms, it worked perfectly.
We were wrong to think that the LSX II LT couldn't become an even better deal, though. This superb Prime Day deal was one of our favourites from the big event, and best of all, it's still going, pulling the system's price down from $999 to $899 at Amazon, a ten per cent drop that takes a delicious bargain and makes it even tastier. As if that wasn't enough, the very reasonably priced standard version, the KEF LSX II, is also discounted to $1299 at Amazon, so if you want all of the bells and whistles for $100 off, you've got the option there, too.
Be warned that these deals really won't last forever. All of the deals that have remained from Prime Day are on borrowed time, and we just don't know when they'll bounce back to their full RRPs. If you're going to act, act now.
Best KEF LSX II and KEF LSX II LT wireless speaker system deals
- Read our KEF LSX II LT review
- And our KEF LSX II review
To look at, the KEF LSX II and the KEF LSX II LT are tricky to distinguish, although you might just favour the more luxurious aesthetic of the more costly originals thanks to their attractive cloth covers and greater range of stylish finishes. Crucially, we must point out that the LT isn't a direct sequel to the LSX II, instead acting as a slimmed-down version that drops a few features in the pursuit of greater consumer value.
Both systems use KEF’s W2 wireless streaming platform to navigate services such as AirPlay 2, Chromecast and Bluetooth streaming, plus the likes of Amazon Music, Deezer and Tidal Connect. Both sets allow you to stream your hi-res music library stored on an external NAS drive, with up to 24-bit/384kHz PCM, DSD256 files supported for both, but only the standard LSX II can handle MQA.
The LT is noticeably lighter on physical connections. The HDMI ARC port, optical input and subwoofer output are consistent across both, but you don't get an auxiliary input with the cheaper model – that shouldn't be too much of a problem if you use the USB-C and optical input to take care of your audio inputs. Crucially, only one of the speakers from the LSX II LT plugs into your power supply (for the LSX II it has to be both), with the LT edition needing to be connected at all times to transfer information from one box to the other. With the standard units, you can have a wired or wireless link for more flexibility during placement.
Sonically, though, they are both superb systems. KEF is so adept at providing musical balance without being boring, and it's the same story across either of the systems here. They are solid, crisp and as balanced as the Spanish national side, boasting an underpinning of snappy, taut bass that keeps everything clipping along nicely. In terms of sound, there is very little to distinguish the two, so your decision will probably be dictated by price and the necessity to have those extra features that the LSX II LT has discarded.
Which should you pick? That's a tricky question that will depend on your needs and preferences; but either way, you are getting a five-star KEF system at a great rate following Pirme Day.
- Check out the KEF LSX II LT on Amazon
- Or the KEF LSX II on Amazon
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