A bright-eyed youth who took a keen interest in the wonders of electrical engineering, in 1974 after completing his degree, Scott Krix struck out and founded Krix Speaker Systems in Adelaide.
Since then, Krix has since become a name synonymous with innovation. Perpetuating their passion and unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional sound experiences for five decades now.
From commercial cinemas to residential homes all over the world, Krix’s legacy has been embedded in the heart of audiophiles worldwide.
This can be considered a true testament to the impeccable craftsmanship and engineering knowledge implemented into every Krix loudspeaker, past and present. 2024 sees Krix blowing out the candles on a 50th birthday, so to celebrate such a momentous occasion, let’s take a look at some of what Krix has to offer your dedicated home theatre or living room entertainment setup.
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Home Theatre/Modular Systems
Krix seamlessly adapted their commercial cinema innovation to the home environment and through their dedicated home cinema range, offer customers a real cinema at-home experience.
Much of Krix’s heritage lies within their roots in commercial cinema. From finding themselves at the forefront of the Australian cinema boom of the early 1980s, Krix cinema installations quickly grew to cover 90% of cinema expansions nationwide.
Expectedly, these developments continue well into the modern day. For example, 2004 saw Krix cement their status as a global pioneer when they implemented a line of 4-way cinema speakers that shook the industry at its foundations.
More recently, Krix blew minds in 2018 by demonstrating a world-first homecinema featuring 34 decoded channels in 24.10.10 configuration. It became the talk of that year’s StereoNET International Hi-Fi Show.
Naturally, Krix have dedicated just as much of their collective energy to providing these vast, immersive sound stages to home cinemas. Bringing all of the impact and wonder of commercial cinema into the comfort of the residential home without compromise has been an amazing feat.
Krix’s line of modular speakers (Series MX) are the direct embodiment of this endeavour, adhering to the brand’s total commitment to quality and craftsmanship.
MX-20
The MX-20 is designed to be implemented in home cinema setups that have a transparent screen. The MX-20 will ensure that you can feel your favourite movie soundtracks right in your seat.
Utilising an ultra-wide 40hz-20khz room response, the MX-20 thrives in dedicated home cinema rooms that measure 4-7 metres long. Comprising of five modules, the MX-20 measures a very slim 295mm depth, ensuring easy installation into a tailored wall cavity. To celebrate their 50th anniversary, Krix are giving away an MX-20, find more about that here.
MX-30
The MX-30 has been tailored for larger dedicated home cinema rooms.
Implementing larger bass drivers and compression high-frequency drivers, the MX-30 is designed to offer an extended frequency response at higher sound pressure levels.
Featuring components found in commercial cinema systems, the MX-30 will deliver sound so realistic it will make the hairs on the back of your neck stand on end.
MX-40
The largest model in Krix’s Series MX lineup, the MX-40, is capable of immense sound pressure levels while still maintaining pristine soundtrack reproduction.
The first in the Series to incorporate a special 3-way design, the MX-40 encompasses all the makings of a true dedicated home cinema experience.
The MX-40 is best suited to larger rooms 5-15 metres in depth, implementing – among many other things – a signature single-mold dual horn system that was three years in the making.
Home Entertainment
Krix knows that not everyone has the means or desire to recreate Imax at home and for these individuals, Krix has a plethora of amazing bookshelf and floorstanding speakers to choose from.
Gesturing back to the traditional Hi-Fi speakers, on which the reputation of Krix was built, these incredible home speakers will bring your music collection to life in any space.
If that wasn’t enough, Krix home entertainment speakers come in a range of finish options including black ash, blackwood, and the delectable Atlantic jarrah, ensuring they will fit the aesthetic of any home.
Equinox Mk5
Adored by 2-channel enthusiasts the Equinox Mk5 perform spectacularly regardless of how they are mounted.
With a stunning 45hz-40khz frequency response, the Equinox Mk5 pack a deceptively large sound from such a smaller speaker package.
Acoustix Mk2
These front-ported speakers are extremely versatile, ensuring efficient implementation in any space regardless of how close to walls they need to be set.
With such an intricate sound emanating from its dual 130mm drivers, the Acoustix Mk2 are a fantastic choice for anyone looking to build up their home entertainment system.
Phoenix Mk2
A speaker to live by, the Pheonix Mk2 is a fantastic choice for any multi-channel or stereo setup, guaranteed to fill any room with the soundtrack of your life.
Whether you are rocking out with the legends or cosying up with a glass of red to your favourite flick, the Phoenix Mk2 have you covered in any scenario.
Neuphonix Mk2
The Neuphonix Mk2 strive to provide the ultimate experience when it comes to a floorstanding Hi-Fi speaker, succeeding in every facet and reaching beyond.
This 3-way design delivers outstanding clarity and power, especially when paired with Krix’s own Epicentrix Mk2 centre channel.
The perfect choice for the bigger room, the Neuphonix Mk2 will handle the utmost power cooly, calmly, and collectively, without taking up too much space in the process.
To find out more about Krix, head to their website.
This article was made in partnership with Krix.
