KEF BTS30 Bluetooth Keypad and Compact Amplifier System

KEF BTS30 Bluetooth Keypad and Compact Amplifier System

BTS30 comprises two elements: a Bluetooth-enabled wall-mountable keypad unit and a highly compact class D amplifier. It is capable of delivering Hi-Fi quality audio to a pair of loudspeakers, and is flexible enough to deliver sound to systems in other rooms. Ideal for use in a wide variety of applications including homes, hotels, bathrooms and kitchens.

Smart Control

The keypad unit is simplicity itself with four buttons and an LED indicators screen housed within a 45 x 45mm Euro type module. The four satisfyingly responsive buttons make it easy to adjust and mute the volume, select the source and prepare the system for Bluetooth pairing with compatible devices.

Power and Flexibility

BTS30 is capable of delivering 2 x 15 Watts into 8 Ohms for stereo applications, or can be bridged to deliver 30 Watts into 4 Ohms into a single channel. Further flexibility is achieved through the analogue output, offering expansion into additional amplifiers and systems.

Perfect Partners

BTS30 is designed to be used with KEF’s comprehensive collection of architectural in-wall and in-celling loudspeakers. BTS30 is a perfect partner for E, C, Q and T series of KEF’s architectural offerings, for models featuring up to 160mm woofers.

Installation Friendly

BTS30 is not only designed to deliver great sound, but also to be installer friendly and attractive for commercial use. The amplifier and keypad units are connected via RJ45 terminated twisted pair cables, with a maximum length of 20 metres, making positioning in more difficult installations a breeze. With IP64 certified keypad unit, and UL2043 approved amplifier unit allows for installation in bathrooms and air handling spaces respectively. Customers can even decide whether to utilise mono or stereo output, and set a maximum volume.

Our Review

The KEF BTS30 Bluetooth Keypad and Compact Amplifier System is a clever little setup that makes streaming high-quality sound as easy as tapping a button. Designed for seamless use in homes, hotels, kitchens or even bathrooms, it combines a minimalist wall-mounted keypad with a powerful yet discreet Class D amplifier. The tactile keypad keeps things simple with just four intuitive buttons and clear LED indicators, while Bluetooth connectivity lets you pair devices effortlessly for quick, wireless listening. Despite its compact size, the BTS30 packs impressive punch - delivering 2 x 15 Watts in stereo or 30 Watts in mono, with flexibility to expand into larger systems. Thoughtfully engineered for installers and users alike, it connects via standard RJ45 cables and offers both IP64 and UL2043 certifications, making it as robust as it is refined. Paired with KEF’s in-wall or in-ceiling speakers, the BTS30 brings sleek control and stunning sound together in one elegant, unobtrusive package.