Charismatic is the only word to describe it.Like the multi-award-winning KHT 2005 from which it evolved, the new reflex-ported KHT2005.2 pushes the performance envelope of midrange home theatre like no other system. The spec tells part of the story: with parabolic enclosures computer optimised to eliminate cabinet distortions, the full range centre and satellites all feature KEF's new 100 mm (4") Uni-Q array incorporating the 19 mm ( 3 / 4 ") aluminium dome tweeter from the acclaimed Q series. Ferrofluid cooled for better power handling and driven by twin neodymium magnets, HF reproduction is startling - even whispered dialogue is pin-sharp. But the real magic lies in the way all the system components work together.The tonal match is perfect, and transitions are so smooth you simply can't hear them. Like all KHT series subwoofers, the matching 250-watt PSW2010 has a cinema setting for even more bass 'slam' with movie sound effects, and individual phase, frequency and level controls allow you to fine tune the output to get the perfect balance with the satellite speakers and your room acoustics.An ingenious multi-directional base makes it easy to place each satellite wherever it suits you: on a flat surface, at an angle on walls, or on the optional floor stands. It all adds up to a chic, superbly engineered system that delivers way beyond what you'd expect for the price.Available in matt silver finish or soft black.

Satelite

Clearly an evolution - in styling terms - of the signature egg shape, the 3000 series is a completely new design that looks better and sounds sweeter than anything else in its class. The new 115mm (4.25in.) Uni-Q driver of the HTS3001 satellite speaker has been comprehensively engineered for even cleaner, smoother response. An improved magnet system delivers even heftier bass by allowing greater movement of the speaker cone. KEF's all-new sealed suspension technology (SST)TM fills in the gap between midrange cone and tweeter to produce a markedly more powerful, cleaner sound. Distinctive radial ribs on the midrange cone improve its rigidity for pure, clean vocal effects with exceptionally low distortion. The cast aluminium enclosures are shaped to minimise internal resonance so that the satellites fill the room with a lush and incredibly detailed 3D sound. The attention to detail is plain to see, from the depth of the gloss finish to the ingeniously simple wall mounting bracket system. Dynamic. Perfectly balanced. Seamlessly integrated.

Centre

Carrying up to 60% of the sound, the centre channel is vital in any home theatre system, and the new dedicated centre speaker of the 3000 Series is in a class of its own. With the same new generation 115mm (4.5in.) Uni-Q array as the satellites, flanked by two additional 75mm (3in.) bass drivers, the hefty frontal impact is complemented by amazingly clear dialogue. And the response is so superbly integrated across the frequency range that you soon forget you're listening to a recorded signal. It sounds astonishingly true to life.

Subwoofer

It's the first subwoofer at this price level that you won't want to hide away out of sight. With an ultra-reliable, high efficiency, 250W class D amplifier powering a 250mm (10in.) driver with a matching auxiliary bass radiator, the radical HTB2 model subwoofer anchors the 3D sound image with stunningly realistic low frequency reproduction. Whether you prefer to position it vertically or horizontally, the story's the same: an acoustically inert enclosure shaped to eliminate internal standing waves, extremely fast response and SmartBass TM 'connect and go' versatility with simple bass boost and phase controls.