Creative XF1 — desktop Hi-Res speakers

Creative has introduced the XF1 desktop speaker system, designed to create a high-quality personal listening space at a desk.

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The model uses a conventional two-way design with separate amplification for each driver (bi-amping). Each speaker has a 3-inch woofer designed using finite element analysis (FEA) to minimise distortion, and a 0.74-inch tweeter. The built-in Class D Bi-Amp module delivers 72 W RMS in total: 52 W for bass and 20 W for treble. The system has MDF cabinets and a frequency range of 55 Hz to 40 kHz.

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The digital section uses built-in DSP and a DAC handling audio at up to 24-bit/96 kHz. Bluetooth 6.0 supports the high-bitrate LDAC codec, plus AAC and SBC. Wired connections include USB-C for direct connection to computers or consoles, a standard 3.5 mm AUX input and a dedicated Sub Out for an external active subwoofer, expanding the system to 2.1 channels.

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A front-panel knob on the right speaker controls volume. The Creative Nexus companion app adjusts tonal balance with a ten-band parametric equalizer and 120 genre presets. The simple cabinets measure 155 × 99 × 191 mm and come in black or white. The package includes two natural cork isolation stands. These tilt the speakers towards the listener's ears and reduce unwanted resonances.

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Creative XF1 is available for around $200.