KEF XIO is a soundbar with big ambitions and a big price tag. At $2,500, this is only for the serious home cinema enthusiasts, but it won’t disappoint you.
KEF's $2,500 XIO (5.1.2) delivers premium Dolby Atmos performance and exceptional dialogue clarity—among the best soundbars available. App/HDMI incompatibility issues underscore integration risks relevant for IT teams evaluating home office or meeting room audio solutions.
If you can afford it, you will not be disappointed with the KEF XIO. This is one of the best home cinema products I’ve ever had the pleasure of testing. Dialogue is unbeatably clear, with powerful, controlled bass. When watching UHD 4K Blu-rays, the Dolby Atmos performance blew me away. For $2,500, you’d expect perfection, and the KEF XIO comes admirably close.
Pros
+Fantastic Dolby Atmos performance
+Modern appearance
+Music playback is decent
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