The KEF Reference 5 Meta is a flagship floorstanding loudspeaker designed to bring reference-level performance to high-end stereo and home theatre systems. Part of KEF’s groundbreaking Reference Series Meta, it incorporates the latest 12th-generation Uni-Q® driver array with Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT™) to virtually eliminate unwanted resonances and deliver stunning clarity, imaging, and detail. Twin 165 mm aluminium-cone bass drivers extend powerful, controlled low frequencies that anchor complex musical passages and cinematic soundtracks, while the bespoke cabinet and precision crossover ensure seamless frequency integration across the entire range. Meticulously engineered and handcrafted in the UK, the Reference 5 Meta combines advanced acoustics, refined aesthetics, and premium build quality in a speaker that satisfies even the most demanding audiophiles. Available in multiple elegant finishes, this speaker delivers room-filling sound with superb dynamics, realism, and tonal balance.
Features:
- 12th-Generation Uni-Q® Driver Array with MAT™ – Reduces distortion and widens the soundstage for natural, detailed sound.
- Dual 165 mm Bass Drivers – Provide deep, controlled low-frequency extension with authority.
- Three-Way Bass Reflex Design – Ensures full-range performance with excellent clarity and dynamics.
- Premium Cabinet Engineering – Rigid, acoustically inert enclosure minimizes resonance.
- Wide Frequency Response – Accurate sound reproduction from deep bass to extended highs.
- Handcrafted Build Quality – Precision assembly and premium finishes enhance both aesthetics and acoustic performance.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Design | Three-way bass reflex |
| Drive Units | Uni-Q® Driver Array:• HF: 25 mm (1 in.) vented aluminium dome with MAT™• MF: 125 mm (5 in.) aluminium coneBass Units: 2 × 165 mm (6.5 in.) aluminium cones |
| Crossover Frequency | 350 Hz, 2.4 kHz |
| Frequency Range (-6 dB) | 29 Hz – 50 kHz |
| Typical In-Room Bass Response (-6 dB) | 24 Hz |
| Frequency Response (±3 dB) | 40 Hz – 28 kHz |
| Harmonic Distortion (90 dB, 1 m) | <1 % 60 Hz and above <0.5 % 110 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Maximum Output | 113 dB |
| Amplifier Requirements | 20 – 300 W |
| Nominal Impedance | 4 Ω (min. 3.2 Ω) |
| Sensitivity (2.83 V/1 m) | 88 dB |
| Weight (each) | 28.0 kg (61.7 lbs) |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 1080 × 215 × 360 mm (42.5 × 8.5 × 14.2 in) |
| Finishes | High-Gloss White/Champagne, High-Gloss Black/Grey, High-Gloss White/Blue, Satin Walnut/Silver, High-Gloss Black/Copper |
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