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KEF - Reference 5 Meta , Flagship Hi-Fi Speaker ( Sold Each )
KEF - Reference 5 Meta , Flagship Hi-Fi Speaker ( Sold Each )
$12,499.99
The flagship Reference Speaker is the model that all other high-performance loudspeakers compare themselves against. Now with the extraordinarily capable 12th Gen. Uni-Q® driver array with MAT™, Reference 5 Meta exemplifies the passion for innovation
Since 1973, The Reference has continually set the benchmark for loudspeakers and sound reproduction. Pioneering the use of digital technologies to achieve the highest audio accuracy, every pair can be matched within 0.5dB to the laboratory-maintained reference standard.
KEF is Always Innovating
Since the first Reference speaker, KEF engineers have continued to innovate using what is possible with The Reference. Ground-breaking in its first incarnation, each subsequent iteration of The Reference has added to the world’s knowledge of the science of acoustics.
Designed, Engineered & Handcrafted in The United Kingdom
Since 1961, we have been creating remarkable award-winning loudspeakers at our UK home in Maidstone, Kent. As our flagship HiFi speakers, The Reference is still being designed, engineered, and handcrafted in Maidstone today.
Main Features
- Metamaterial Absorption Technology eliminates 99% of high-frequency distortion for pure, natural sound
- Bespoke 12th generation Uni-Q with MAT driver array for exceptional acoustic accuracy
- Enhanced crossover design fine-tuned the signal path for maximum clarity
- Optimized cabinet design for best acoustic performance
- Five Models: Reference 1 Meta, Reference 3 Meta, Reference 5 Meta, Reference 2 Meta, Reference 4 Meta
- Available in 5 Premium Finishes
General Specifications
Design Three-way bass reflex
Drive Units Uni-Q driver array
High Frequency: 1" aluminium dome with MAT
Mid Frequency: 5" aluminium cone
Bass Units:
Low Frequency: 4 x 6.5" aluminium cone
Frequency Range typical in Room Bass Response (-6dB) 25 Hz
Frequency Response ( ±3dB ) 40 Hz – 35 kHz
Crossover Frequency 450 Hz, 2.1 kHz
Amplifier Requirements 50 - 400 Watt
Sensitivity ( 2.83V/ 1m ) 88 dB
Harmonic Distortion 2nd & 3rd harmonics ( 90dB, 1m )
<0.5% 40 Hz – 100 kHz
<0.2% 200 Hz – 2 kHz
<0.1% 2 kHz - 20 kHz
<0.2% 200 Hz – 2 kHz
<0.1% 2 kHz - 20 kHz
Maximum Output ( Peak sound pressure level at 1m with Pink Noise ) 116 dB
Impedance 4 Ohm
Speaker Net Weight 132.7 lbs.
Dimensions ( H x W x D with Grille & Terminal ) 53" x 8.1" x 18.2"
Dimensions ( H x W x D with Grille, Terminal & plinth) 55" x 12.7" x 18.4"
Standard Finishes
- Satin Walnut Cabinet with Silver Tweeter
- High-Gloss White Cabinet with Blue Tweeter
- High-Gloss White Cabinet with Champagne Tweeter
- High-Gloss Black Cabinet with Grey Tweeter
- High-Gloss Black Cabinet with Copper Tweeter
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