The KEF R3 Meta is a premium three-way bookshelf loudspeaker designed for high-performance stereo and home cinema systems. It combines KEF’s 12th-generation Uni-Q® driver array with Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT™) and a dedicated 6.5-inch hybrid aluminium bass driver to deliver precise imaging, natural midrange and deep, controlled bass from a compact cabinet.
KEF’s 12th-generation Uni-Q® driver array places the tweeter at the acoustic centre of the midrange cone, helping the speaker behave more like a single point source. This improves imaging and provides a wider listening sweet spot. MAT™ absorbs unwanted sound radiating from the rear of the tweeter, helping produce cleaner and more natural high-frequency performance.
| Product Type | Passive Bookshelf Loudspeakers |
|---|---|
| Sold As | Pair |
| Design | Three-Way Bass Reflex |
| High-Frequency Driver | 25mm (1") Vented Aluminium Dome with MAT‚Ñ¢ |
| Mid-Frequency Driver | 125mm (5") Aluminium Cone |
| Bass Driver | 165mm (6.5") Hybrid Aluminium Cone |
| Driver Array | 12th-Generation Uni-Q® with MAT™ |
| Crossover Frequencies | 420Hz / 2.3kHz |
| Frequency Range (-6dB) | 38Hz – 50kHz |
| Frequency Response (±3dB) | 58Hz – 28kHz |
| Typical In-Room Bass Response (-6dB) | 30Hz |
| Sensitivity | 87dB (2.83V/1m) |
| Nominal Impedance | 4Ω |
| Minimum Impedance | 3.2Ω |
| Maximum Output | 110dB |
| Recommended Amplifier Power | 15 – 180W |
| Dimensions with Terminals (H √ó W √ó D) | 422 √ó 200 √ó 336mm |
| Weight | 12.4kg per Speaker |
| Finish Options | Black Gloss / White Gloss / Walnut / Indigo Gloss Special Edition |
The R3 Meta has a nominal impedance of 4Ω, a minimum impedance of 3.2Ω and a sensitivity of 87dB. KEF recommends amplifier power between 15W and 180W. A quality amplifier capable of comfortably driving a 4Ω loudspeaker load is recommended for best performance.
The R3 Meta combines KEF’s advanced Uni-Q® and MAT™ technologies with a dedicated 6.5-inch bass driver in a true three-way bookshelf design. It delivers precise imaging, excellent detail and impressive low-frequency performance while remaining compact enough for stand-mounted or space-conscious installations.