Speakers · Review
KEF Coda W
A refined, flexible active pair whose only real omissions are network streaming and a better phono stage.
89
out of 100
Our verdict
The Coda W are KEF's take on an active speaker pair without Wi-Fi streaming: Bluetooth with aptX Lossless, plus HDMI ARC, USB-C, optical, line and a built-in phono stage. Reviewers praise a clear, detailed presentation, deep and controlled bass, and strong handling of dynamics, along with a solid, well-finished build in five colours. TechRadar found the sound loses energy at low volumes and rated the phono stage as the weakest input. If you want network streaming, KEF's LSX II LT costs about the same.
What's good
- Clear, detailed sound with deep, controlled bass
- Wide range of wired inputs including HDMI ARC and phono
- aptX Lossless Bluetooth
- Well built, with five finish options
What's not
- No Wi-Fi streaming, AirPlay or Chromecast
- Phono stage is the weakest input
- Less lively at low volume
- No volume indicator on the speakers
How it scores
How we rate →Specifications
- Type
- Active stereo bookshelf speakers (pair)
- Drivers
- 12th-gen Uni-Q: 25mm aluminium tweeter, 130mm mid/bass
- Amplification
- 100W per channel (70W mid/bass + 30W tweeter), 200W total
- Bluetooth
- 5.4 with aptX Lossless and aptX Adaptive
- Inputs
- HDMI ARC, USB-C (24-bit/192kHz), optical, RCA line, MM phono
- Outputs
- Subwoofer
- Weight
- 11.3kg (pair)