"The original KEF Muo launched back in 2015 and felt like a turning point in portable hi-fi. Serious, designer Bluetooth speakers from a respected hi-fi brand were rare back then-with only a few brands like Bang & Olufsen and Loewe interested in combining pretty and portable. These early designs were still given the side-eye by most traditional audio."
"Coming in at $100 more expensive than WIRED's favorite Bluetooth speaker, the JBL Flip 7, the new KEF Muo had its work cut out, but after living with it for a month, I'm starting to appreciate where the extra investment goes."
"The Muo's aluminum chassis is a flawless, curved triangular prism. The join-free tubing is impressively machined, and the grille design-inspired by the totemic $225,000 KEF Muon speakers, to give you an idea of the high end of this brand-draws the eye nicely."
The KEF Muo represents a significant evolution in portable hi-fi speakers since KEF's original 2015 model. While the portable speaker market now offers excellent options from brands like JBL and Ultimate Ears at lower prices, the new Muo justifies its $100 premium over the JBL Flip 7 through superior construction and performance. The speaker features a flawlessly machined aluminum chassis with a curved triangular prism design inspired by KEF's high-end Muon speakers. It delivers impressive audio with tight, controlled bass, offers a 24-hour battery, supports USB-C audio for hi-res desktop use, and includes IP67 water resistance. Advanced connectivity includes Bluetooth 5.4 with aptX Adaptive and Auracast support, though app controls remain minimal and Wi-Fi connectivity is absent.
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