LS50 Meta

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LS50 Meta

LS50 Meta

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The World's First Speakers with Metamaterial

LS50 Meta is a highly precise, emotionally engaging loudspeaker built on revolutionary acoustic technology. Designed around the Uni-Q 12th Generation with Metamaterial Absorption Technology driver array, this solid, compact loudspeaker is capable of delivering detailed sound anywhere in the room.

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WHAT HI-FI? AWARDS 2022 - PRODUCT OF THE YEAR

“KEF has taken an excellent speaker and made it even better with its innovative Metamaterial tech. The LS50 Meta are now the class leader at this level.” - October 2022, What Hi-Fi?

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Performance

Most accurate, immersive sound

Metamaterial Absorption Technology eliminates 99% of high-frequency distortion for pure, natural sound

12th generation Uni-Q with MAT driver array for exceptional acoustic accuracy

Driver Performance Optimisation for enhanced sonic performance, less distortion and reduced coloration

Patented off-set flexible port for reduced midrange coloration with exceptional levels of depth and detail

Design

Attention to every detail

Optimised cabinet design for best acoustic performance

Available in 4 finishes

With mounting inserts to secure on KEF S2 Floor Stand (available as separate item)

Listen and believe

Really great loudspeakers simply melt away, leaving you with just the music. A pristine voice, perfectly rendered layers of instruments you can lose yourself in, sound so clear it’s as though the artist is there with you. This is what great loudspeakers with the best technology deliver.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Model

LS50 Meta

Design

Two-way bass reflex

Drive Units

Uni-Q Driver Array:
HF: 25 mm (1 in.) vented aluminium dome with Metamaterial Absorption Technology
MF/LF: 130 mm (5.25 in.) aluminium cone

Crossover Frequency

2,1 kHz

Frequency Range (-6db)

47 Hz - 45 kHz

Typical In-room Bass Response (-6db)

26 Hz

Frequency Response (±3db)

79 Hz - 28 kHz

Harmonic Distortion (90dB, 1m)

<0,4% 175 Hz - 20 kHz
<0,1% 300 Hz - 10 kHz

Maximum Output

106 dB

Amplifier Power (Recommended)

40-100 W

Nominal Impedance

8 Ω (min. 3,5 Ω)

Sensitivity (2.83V/1m)

85dB

Weight*

7.8 kg (17.2 lbs.)

Dimension (H X W X D) With Terminal*

302 x 200 x 280.5 mm (11.9 x 7.9 x 11.0 in.)

Downloads

Product Manual Product Information Sheet White Paper

* Measurement per unit
Metamaterial Absorption Technology is a joint development with Acoustic Metamaterials Group.

AWARDS & REVIEWS

WHAT HI-FI? AWARDS 2024
BEST STANDMOUNT SPEAKER £800 - £1000

"These standmounters continue to set the standard at the price." - What Hi-Fi?, Oct 2024

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THE AUDIOPHILIAC DAILY SHOW

“My impression of this speaker right away was, it doesn’t sound like an LS50. I mean it does, but it sounds so much better. So much more transparent, clear, open, dynamic. It’s just a mega improvement.” – Sept 2020

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WHAT HI-FI? AWARDS 2022 - PRODUCT OF THE YEAR

“KEF has taken an excellent speaker and made it even better with its innovative Metamaterial tech. The LS50 Meta are now the class leader at this level.” - October 2022, What Hi-Fi?

FULL REVIEW

StereoNET Product of the Year Awards 2021 - Product of the Year

“There's nothing not to like about this aesthetically beautiful, sonically lovely little standmount speaker – and it's all the better because it's far more affordable than many of its fellow award winners. Combining natural musicality with decent power and oodles of finesse, it's our star product of the year.”-StereoNET, Dec 2021

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LS50 Meta

Enhance Your Entertainment

The World's First Speakers with Metamaterial