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Fluance Ai61 vs KEF EGG Comparison

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Fluance Ai61

Powered Bookshelf | 32-20k Hz

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Powered Bookshelf | 90-33k Hz

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Fluance Ai61 vs KEF EGG Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Ai61 and EGG, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from Fluance and KEF. Being Powered speakers, they both have built-in amplifiers so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp to power them.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Fluance Ai61 and KEF EGG first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Fluance Ai61 Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 120-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
  • 1" Soft Dome Tweeter
  • 6.5" Woven, Glass Fiber Composite Woofer
  • 32-20k Hz Frequency Response
  • Power Range:up to 120watts
  • 16-bit Max Depth / 48 kHz Max Sample Rate
  • Built-in 5.0 Bluetooth
  • Weight:5.96kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 333.0" x 7.8" x 9.2"( 33.3 x 19.8 x 23.4 cm )

KEF EGG Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 50-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
  • 0.75" Dome Tweeter
  • 4.25" Aluminum Woofer
  • 90-33k Hz Frequency Response
  • 24-bit Max Depth / 96 kHz Max Sample Rate
  • Built-in 4.0 Bluetooth
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 274.6" x 5.4375" x 7.25"( 274.6 x 138.1 x 184.1mm )

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Fluance Ai61 and KEF EGG compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.


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Drivers

Both Ai61 and EGG are 2-way speakers.

Driver Fluance Ai61 KEF EGG
Driver Setup 2-way 2-way
Tweeter 1-inch 0.75-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 1 x 6.5-inch 1 x 4.25-inch

Ai61 features a 1" Silk Neodymium Ferrofluid Cooled Soft Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Woven, Glass Fiber Composite Woofer . On the other hand, the EGG features a 0.75" Aluminum Dome Tweeter and 1 x 4.25" Aluminum Woofer .

Frequency Response

Ai61 has a frequency range of 32-20k Hz whereas EGG has a frequency range of 90-33k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 32Hz, the Ai61 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the EGG's min frequency of 90Hz.

Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Bookshelf class in our database.

Low Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

Ai61
EGG
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Average
Max
High Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

Fluance Ai61
KEF EGG
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Average
Max

None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.

Physical Specs

Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Fluance Ai61's and KEF EGG's external dimensions. Fluance Ai61 has external dimensions of 33.3 x 19.8 x 23.4 cm ( 13.1 x 7.8 x 9.2 inches) whereas KEF EGG has external dimensions of 274.6 x 138.1 x 184.1mm ( 10.8125 x 5.4375 x 7.25inch) .

Fluance Ai61 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 59.9mm wider, 58.4mm taller and 49.9mm deeper than KEF EGG.

Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base surface area of the Fluance Ai61 is approximately 463.0cm2 / 71.8inch2 and base area of the KEF EGG is approximately 254.2cm2 / 39.4inch2. The Ai61 requires 82% more surface area than the EGG which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.

What's in the Box of Fluance Ai61?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Ai61:
  • Ai61 Powered Bookshelf Speakers (pair)
  • Remote Control
  • 1x CR2032 Battery
  • 6ft Power Cable
  • 8ft 18 Gauge Speaker Wire
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Fluance Catalog
  • Lifetime Customer Support
  • 2 Year Manufacturer’s Warranty
  • What's in the Box of KEF EGG?

    Here are the items that come with the EGG:
  • 2 Powered speakers (attached 6-feet cable on one speaker)
  • 2 Grilles (installed)
  • AC power adapter (attached 6.5-inch DC cord)
  • 6.5-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control (CR2032 3V battery installed)
  • 5-feet miniUSB-to-USB cable
  • 58-inch Optical-to-minijack toslink cable
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Important Safety Information & Warranty Information booklet

  • Reasons to choose Fluance Ai61 over KEF EGG
    Woofer Size 6.5 inches vs 4.25 inches Larger woofer
    Low Frequency Response 32 Hz vs 90 Hz Generates deeper bass
    Price per pair* 299USD vs 499USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
    USB Port USB-C vs No USB port adds flexibility
    RCA Connection Yes vs No Connection via RCA input

    Reasons to choose KEF EGG over Fluance Ai61

    High Frequency Response 33k Hz vs 20k Hz Generates higher frequency
    Height 274mm vs 333mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    Base Surface Area 254cm2 vs 463cm2 Takes less floor space
    USB Port miniUSB vs No USB port adds flexibility
    3.5mm Connection Yes vs No Connection via 3.5mm AUX input
    Fluance Ai61 vs KEF EGG Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General Fluance Ai61 KEF EGG
    Brand Fluance KEF
    Speaker Type Powered Stereo Speakers Powered Stereo Speakers
    Frequency Response 32-20k Hz 90-33k Hz
    Amplifier
    Watts RMS (Continuous) 120-watt RMS 50-watt RMS
    Max Bit Depth 16-bit 24-bit
    Max Sample Rate 48 kHz 96 kHz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 1 1
    Woofer Size 6.5" 4.25"
    Woofer Composition Woven, Glass Fiber Composite Aluminum
    Woofer Surround Material Butyl Rubber n/a
    Tweeter Size 1" 0.75"
    Tweeter Type Soft Dome Dome
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No No
    Firing Direction rear n/a
    Physical Specs
    Height 333.0mm (13.1") 274.6mm (10.8")
    Width 198.0mm (7.8") 138.1mm (5.4")
    Depth 234.0mm (9.2") 184.1mm (7.2")
    Weight 5.96kg (13.1lbs) n/a
    Enclosure Bass Reflex Acoustic Suspension
    Finish MDF wood n/a
    Available Colors Black Ash,Lucky Bamboo,White Walnut, Natural Walnut n/a
    Mounting Bracket No No
    Grille n/a Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Aux Inputs RCA 3.5mm
    USB Port USB-C miniUSB
    Phone Input No No
    Subwoofer Output Wired Wired
    Digital Input Optical 3.5mm
    HDMI Input No No
    Headphone Jack No No
    Ethernet Port No No
    Other
    Parts Warranty 1 Year
    Labor Warranty 1 Year

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