Creative XF1 review: although not truly perfect, these active desktop speakers get pretty close for not a lot of money
Creative is no stranger to the affordable-yet-high-achieving speaker system — and with the XF1 it will be hoping lightning will strike for the umpteenth time…
The Creative XF1 is a desktop stereo speaker system priced at $179 or £139. Despite its budget price, the XF1 packs 72 watts of power and features an active, bi-amped configuration. The speakers require wiring together and one must be connected to mains power. Bluetooth 6.0 connectivity, including LDAC compatibility, is available, along with USB-C and analog inputs for hi-res content.
The build quality is solid, available in monochrome black or white, with an app offering a 10-band parametric EQ for user customization. The sound is spacious yet focused, capable of delivering detailed information and handling midrange frequencies well. At $179, it provides a level of performance that is hard to match in the same price range.
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