KEF R2 Meta center speaker / LCR speaker

“Best Product Loudspeaker Series” – EISA Awards 2023-2024

The technology developed for KEF's high-end loudspeakers, including the latest generation of Uni-Q elements and their metamaterial technology (MAT) is now available in the new R series. The seven-model speaker series includes three floor models, one stand speaker, two center speakers and Dolby Atmos rear speakers, making it suitable for both home theater and hi-fi enthusiasts. Be it music or movies. The KEF R series speakers reproduce music and movies dynamically, in detail and yet naturally, combining the deep low frequencies with an open and spacious treble reproduction.

The KEF R series has been updated!

The KEF R2 Meta speaker has two 130mm bass elements placed around the Uni-Q element. In addition to the center speaker, the R2 Meta also works perfectly in the LCR (Left-Centre-Right) setup.

Normally, the horizontally placed elements of the center speakers cause limited horizontal dispersion (ie the sound is only heard well in a certain place). Uni-Q technology avoids this and the horizontal dispersion is significantly better than other similar configurations.

R2 Meta speakers use a revolutionary meta material that absorbs 99% of unwanted sounds behind the treble element. The material and maze-like structure eliminates the resulting distortion and produces a cleaner, more natural sound.

The speakers use the 12th generation Uni-Q element. The new element combined with the metamaterial produces a cleaner sound with less distortion and coloration, which is more transparent and truer than before.

Technical information:

• Type: 3-way, closed case
• Tweeter element: 1 x 25 mm Uni-Q aluminum MAT
• Midrange element: 1 x 250 mm Uni-Q aluminum
• Bass element: 2 x 130 mm Hybrid aluminum
• Nominal impedance: 4 Ω (min. 3.2 Ω)
• Harmonic Distortion (90dB, 1m): <1% 84 Hz and above, <0.5% 95 Hz - 20 kHz
• Maximum sound pressure: 110 dB
• Frequency response (-6dB): 58Hz to 50kHz
• Split frequencies: 560 Hz and 2.5 kHz
• Sensitivity (2.83V/1m): 87 dB
• Amplifier recommendation: 15 - 200 W
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 175 x 550 x 309 mm with terminal
• Weight: 15.4 kg