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Description Freakuence!<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
A delight for the eye and ear. Very direct and spacious, with a solid controlled low frequency response. The largest from KEF’s reference line. Stands firm and delivers a balanced presentation. Every detail is given space, without leaving a forced feeling. The design exudes a thoughtful balance between precision and presence. The playback feels controlled and consistent, with a natural flow. Yummy! Whatever you’re listening to, it seems to come effortlessly. The set speaks with a distinct voice of its own. Welcome for a demonstration. <\/span><\/div>\n
Retail price: 19998.00<\/span><\/div>\n
Details<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
Trade show demo from importer. Trade show models have barely any running hours, or no running hours at all (not all products can be on at the same time in a trade show booth), are taken out of the box, displayed and then often sent directly to our shop. With the full official factory warranty! <\/p>\n

VAT product. Entrepreneurs, people outside the EU, take advantage. <\/p>\n

Other colors possible! We are dealer so feel free to send a message. Possibly with your trade-in request. <\/span><\/div>\n

General description<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
This speaker system uses the latest acoustic technologies. It features a Uni-Q driver array with a 25 mm aluminum dome tweeter placed in the acoustic center of a 125 mm midrange driver. In addition, four 165 mm low-frequency drivers are present. The frequency range runs from 30 Hz to 45 kHz, with a sensitivity of 90 dB and an impedance of 4 ohms. The system can handle amplifiers with power ratings between 50 and 400 watts. The enclosure is carefully designed to minimize internal resonances and is finished with high-quality materials. At 1.35 meters tall and weighing 60 kg each, it is an impressive sight. The connections offer bi-wiring and bi-amping capabilities for optimal integration into various audio systems. <\/span><\/div>\n
Background information<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
The KEF R3 Meta is designed according to KEF’s acoustic philosophy: clear, accurate sound with minimal distortion. The speaker features the latest Uni-Q driver array with Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT), which absorbs unwanted resonances up to 99%. The cabinet is reinforced with Constrained Layer Damping for reduced vibration. Developed by KEF’s acoustics team led by Jack Oclee-Brown. <\/span><\/div>\n
Brand history<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
KEF was founded in 1961 in Maidstone, Kent, by former BBC ringmaster Raymond Cooke. The name is derived from Kent Engineering & Foundry, the site on which its first headquarters was located. In its early years, the company developed products using synthetic materials and mathematical models. KEF introduced the Reference concept in 1973, where each pair of systems was electronically matched. In the 1980s, KEF used digital technologies to optimize production. In 1988, the first computer-aided acoustic measurement system was used. Uni-Q driver technology was introduced in 1988 and has since been used in several models. KEF has had collaborations with outside designers, including Ross Lovegrove. In 2011, the Blade, the first model based on the single point source concept, was released. KEF has offices worldwide, including Hong Kong, Germany, France, Japan and the US. Its headquarters and acoustic research department are in Maidstone. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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