MARLBORO, NJ – July 20, 2006 – KEF, the British manufacturer of world-class
home theater speakers, has added another award to its roster of accolades with
the
2006 Electronic House “Product of the Year” Award. KEF was recognized
for its unique
HTB2 high-powered subwoofer, part of the dynamic KHT3000 Series
5.1 home cinema speaker system.
“We are truly honored to have received this recognition from Electronic House
magazine,” said Alec Chanin, president of KEF America. “The HTB2 is a
tremendously exciting product and continues our tradition of offering
innovative, sophisticated, and décor-friendly solutions that deliver the 3D
sound and stunning bass realism that are our trademarks.”
The HTB2 sports a radical new design that complements modern décor, and uses
a 10-inch bass driver along with a 10-inch Auxiliary Bass Radiator. The ultra
long-throw design and all-new 250 watt amplifier produce deep, defined bass with
a tight response, and SmartBass ‘connect and go’ functionality means that set-up
is quick and simple. The subwoofer also features an acoustically inert
ABS-molded enclosure and its two-position phase switch and three-position bass
boost switch lets users easily adjust sound at any time.
The HTB2 gives home theater enthusiasts complete placement flexibility. After
careful research with consumers, KEF designed the HTB2 for either vertical or
horizontal placement. This is achieved by simply removing the factory fitted
base-foot (for vertical) and fixing the additional three feet to the rim of the
driver (for horizontal). No matter how the sub is positioned, the control panel
and connections are easily accessible.
The KEF Home Theatre 3000 Series builds on the huge success of the popular
KHT2005.2 system, resulting in a 5.1 system that delivers the dialogue and sound
effects of today’s digital soundtracks, as well as the streamlined looks
design-conscious consumers demand. Currently available, the system comprised of
4 satellites, 1 center channel and the HTB2 subwoofer, retails at an MSRP of
$1,500. To match a variety of home interiors, KEF offers the 3000 series in
high-gloss silver or in a stunningly new high-gloss black finish. A la carté,
the HTB2 retails at $799.
Winning products were selected by Electronic House editors based
on reviews released throughout the year, product demos, installer feedback,
innovative features and overall value. The winning products will be featured in
the September issue of Electronic House and on www.electronichouse.com.
