The KEF Kube 8 MIE Subwoofer is the smallest of the four Kube series subwoofers. They all feature the Music Integrity Engine. This delivers stunning bass as well as a wide dynamic range. There are Kube models designed for any size of the room, a different number of ways to connect, and various room EQs. Consequently, you can put them anywhere, and they will still be great.
KEF Kube 8 MIE Subwoofer
KEF’s Kube 8 MIE Subwoofer is equipped with a very potent 300-watt Class D amplifier. Class D is a method by which the amplification is achieved digitally. Thus it consumes less power and generates less heat than the conventional Class A/B amplifiers. Actually, Class D is nearly 90% efficient and is thus quite popular in the use of small spaces like speaker cabinets.
The output is a series of square pulses that are modulated by the sound. The volume is higher the closer the pulses are.
KEF Music Integrity Engine
The Music Integrity Engine is a music processor developed by KEF aimed at optimizing sound. Accordingly, the sound of the KEF Kube 8 MIE Subwoofer is not only the correct one in time but also it is a tighter sound. The Music Integrity Engine constantly adapts the music being played using its integrated set of Digital Signal Processing algorithm.
Besides that, the enclosure is air-tight so the device could be put in a cabinet. There are different room EQ modes for the wall, in-cabinet, in-room, or corner.
Multiple Power Modes
The KEF Kube 8 MIE Subwoofer supports turning on through different locations. The very first one is auto-on. By sensing an input signal the activation happens. After a while of inactivity, it will go into standby. Afterwards, you can make use of a trigger input to do this: when the main amplifier is switched on, through the trigger input, the subunit will be powered at the same time.
Finally, if you want to, you can keep the device powered on all the time.
Wireless Connection Kit
KEF Kube 8 MIE Subwoofer is equipped with a broad array of input options. Also, it is possible to obtain a wireless connection kit for it. (Sold seperatly). This gives freedom of movement during installation, as there are no cables to be concerned about. Certain controls make it very easy to bring the unit in harmony with your main speakers and the acoustic of your room.
Features and Benefits
- Size: The smallest Kube MIE Subwoofer
- Deep, Rich Bass: Gives energetic performance that brings vivid and detailed bass into the listening area.
- Ultra-Compact: It is so small that it can be placed almost anywhere. Which makes it perfect for those living in cities.
- Plug and Play: It is very simple to set up and requires only a few changes.
- Aesthetically Friendly: A minimalistic and sleek style that is a visual treat for any room.
- KEF Audio Technology: Made with the same accuracy as all KEF products resulting in excellent sound quality.
- MIE: Music Integrity Engine. A proprietary DSP algorithm
Summary of KEF Kube 8 MIE Subwoofer
Subwoofers are designed in a way so they can be connected to a power amplifier or AV receiver differently. Most importantly, to mention, the KEF Kube 8 MIE Subwoofer has several input options that are flexible. For example, one can use speaker-level inputs connecting with an older amp which doesn’t have a subwoofer output.
Frequently, an amplifier is equipped with an additional pair of speaker outputs that may be applied. Meanwhile, the AV amplifiers are designed to come with a specific output for a subwoofer. With it, one end of the RCA cable should be fixed to the KEF Kube 8 MIE, and the other output should be connected to the amplifier.
What is more, some AV amplifiers may also contain an LFE or Low-Frequency Effects output that’s designed to feed a second subwoofer.
Setting up a Sub
There are just a few things you need to attend to after getting things connected. First of all, it is the phase switch. Make sure the bass is increased if you determine the correct position of the phase switch by setting it so that bass to be boosted. If the phase of your main speaker is not the same as the one the bass may be diminished.
The next thing is a low pass filter which should be adjusted by listening to the sound and matching it with the cut-off frequency of your main speakers.
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