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Three-way bookshelf speaker
EISA LOUDSPEAKER SERIES 2023 - 2024
“Whether used for music or movies, across the speakers there’s a dynamic, detailed and thrillingly natural sound combining controlled, extended lows with open, wide-reaching highs.” – Aug 2023
FULL REVIEWWHAT HI-FI? – 5 STAR REVIEW
"KEF knocks it out the park again: the R3 Metas are wonderfully transparent, refined speakers that are hugely entertaining performers, too." - May 2023
FULL REVIEWAn icon born from The Reference
A suite of class-leading technological innovations drawn from The Reference for exceptional acoustic performance.
Metamaterial Absorption Technology
Absorbs 99% of unwanted sound for pure and natural sound.
True bass definition
Hybrid aluminium bass drivers with greater driver excursion for tight, deep, controlled bass.
12th generation Uni-Q®
Acts as a single point source to enlarge the 'sweet spot' and disperse sound more evenly.
Home theatre made versatile
With a choice of matching home theatre models to pair with, the stage is set for an immersive movie experience.
Microfibre grilles
With 1801 precision-cut holes for each driver, performance is ensured even when the drivers are covered.
WHAT HI-FI? – 5 STAR REVIEW
"KEF knocks it out the park again: the R3 Metas are wonderfully transparent, refined speakers that are hugely entertaining performers, too." - May 2023
FULL REVIEWWHAT HI-FI? – 5 STAR REVIEW
"KEF knocks it out the park again: the R3 Metas are wonderfully transparent, refined speakers that are hugely entertaining performers, too." - May 2023
FULL REVIEWEISA LOUDSPEAKER SERIES 2023 - 2024
“Whether used for music or movies, across the speakers there’s a dynamic, detailed and thrillingly natural sound combining controlled, extended lows with open, wide-reaching highs.” – Aug 2023
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What is in the box
1 pair of microfiber grilles
Rubber feet
Port bungs
User manual and warranty information
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The Details
FEATURES
SPECIFICATIONS
HF: 25 mm (1 in.) vented aluminium dome with MAT
MF: 125 mm (5 in.) aluminium cone
Bass Unit:
LF: 165 mm (6.5 in.) hybrid aluminium cone
<0.5% 90 Hz - 20 kHz
AWARDS & REVIEWS
WHAT HI-FI? AWARDS 2023
BEST STANDMOUNT SPEAKER £1500 - £2500
"Classy, refined speakers that are the best you'll get at this level." - What Hi-Fi?, Oct 2023
FULL REVIEWDARKO.AUDIO
"I'm going to award the R3 Meta from KEF a Darko Knockout Award because they really are that good. The R3 Meta are total winners." - Sep 2023
FULL REVIEWHIFI NEWS, OUTSTANDING PRODUCT
"Armed with trickledown technology from the Reference range, and a style and build quality that makes a mockery of the price, it sounds as smart as it looks." - HiFi News, September 2023
FULL REVIEWEISA LOUDSPEAKER SERIES 2023 - 2024
“Whether used for music or movies, across the speakers there’s a dynamic, detailed and thrillingly natural sound combining controlled, extended lows with open, wide-reaching highs.” – Aug 2023
FULL REVIEWHOME CINEMA CHOICE, BEST BUY
"KEF's Meta rollout reaches its R Series, and the results are impeccable. This 5.1.2 array provides serious (and seriously fun) home cinema sonics from some gorgeous cabinets." - Home Cinema Choice, Summer 2023
FULL REVIEWWHAT HI-FI? – 5 STAR REVIEW
"KEF knocks it out the park again: the R3 Metas are wonderfully transparent, refined speakers that are hugely entertaining performers, too." - May 2023
FULL REVIEWHYPEBEAST
"They’re not cheap, but that’s what over six decades of excellence in audio costs." - May, 2023
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HYPEBEAST
"They’re not cheap, but that’s what over six decades of excellence in audio costs." - May, 2023
FULL REVIEWWHAT HI-FI? – 5 STAR REVIEW
"KEF knocks it out the park again: the R3 Metas are wonderfully transparent, refined speakers that are hugely entertaining performers, too." - May 2023
FULL REVIEWHOME CINEMA CHOICE, BEST BUY
"KEF's Meta rollout reaches its R Series, and the results are impeccable. This 5.1.2 array provides serious (and seriously fun) home cinema sonics from some gorgeous cabinets." - Home Cinema Choice, Summer 2023
FULL REVIEWHIFI NEWS, OUTSTANDING PRODUCT
"Armed with trickledown technology from the Reference range, and a style and build quality that makes a mockery of the price, it sounds as smart as it looks." - HiFi News, September 2023
FULL REVIEWDARKO.AUDIO
"I'm going to award the R3 Meta from KEF a Darko Knockout Award because they really are that good. The R3 Meta are total winners." - Sep 2023
FULL REVIEWWHAT HI-FI? AWARDS 2023
BEST STANDMOUNT SPEAKER £1500 - £2500
"Classy, refined speakers that are the best you'll get at this level." - What Hi-Fi?, Oct 2023
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KEF reserves the right, in line with continuing research and development, to amend or change specifications. E&OE.