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KEF LS50 Meta Passive Bookshelf Speakers - Pair (Carbon Black)

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  • LS50 Meta features KEF's breakthrough Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT) reducing unwanted sound from the rear of the driver by 99%.Waterproof : No
  • Features KEF'S 12th Generation Uni-Q Driver proving a 40% increase in smoothness over the previous version.
  • THD 0.07%, Driver Performance Optimisation for enhanced sonic performance, less distortion and reduced coloration
  • Frequency range (-6dB) - 47 Hz - 45 kHz
  • Available in four stunning finishes: Cabon Black, Mineral White, Titanium Grey, and Royal Blue Special Edition

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LS50 Meta

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.

Specifications

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 2.1kHz
Frequency range (-6dB) 2.1 kHz
Typical in-room bass response 26 Hz
Frequency response (±3dB) 79 Hz - 28 kHz
Maximum output 106 dB
Harmonic distortion (90dB, 1m) <0.4% 175 Hz - 20 kHz, <0.1% 300 Hz - 10 kHz
Amplifier power (recommended) 40 - 100 W
Nominal impedance 8 Ω (min. 3.5 Ω)
Sensitivity (2.83V/1m) 85dB
Weight 7.8kg (17.2 lbs.)
Dimensions (H x W x D) 302 x 200 x 280.5 mm (11.9 x 7.9 x 11.0 in.)

Does LS50 Meta require an amplifier?

Yes, LS50 Meta requires an amplifier capable of delivering 40-100 Watts per channel.

Can I turn my LS50 Meta on its side?

Yes, due to the unique off-axis characteristics of KEF's Uni-Q driver LS50 Meta can be freely placed on its side without impacting performance.

Does the LS50 Meta bolt to speaker stands?

Yes, the LS50 Meta has threaded inserts allowing it to bolt directly to the S2 Performance Speaker stand.

Does the LS50 Meta benefit from the addition of a subwoofer?

Yes, absolutely. The LS50 Meta is a smaller 2-way speaker, adding a subwoofer provides for deep accurate bass and allows the mid-range to perform optimally.

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Design
Two-way bass reflex Three-way bass reflex Three-way bass reflex Two-way bass reflex Two-way bass reflex
Drive Units
HF: 1 in. MF/LF: 5.25 in. HF: 1 in. MF: 5 in. LF: 6.5 in HF: .75 in MF: 4 in LF: 6.5 in HF: 1 in. MF/LF: 6.5 in. HF: 1 in. MF/LF: 5.25 in.
Crossover Frequency
2,1 kHz 420 Hz, 2.3 kHz 430 Hz, 2.9 kHz 2.0 kHz 2.1 kHz
Frequency Range (-6db)
47 Hz - 45 kHz 38 Hz - 50 kHz 40 Hz - 20 kHz 42 Hz - 20 kHz 47 Hz - 20 kHz
Typical Room Response (-6db)
26 Hz 30 Hz 36 Hz 39 Hz 42 Hz
Frequency Response (±3db)
79 Hz - 28 kHz 58Hz - 28kHz 48 Hz - 20 kHz 49 Hz - 20 kHz 51 Hz - 20 kHz
Maximum Output
106 dB 110 dB 108 dB 109 dB 108 dB
Amplifier Power (Recommended)
40-100 W 15 - 180W 15 - 180 W 15 - 150 W 10 - 150 W
Nominal Impedance
8 Ω (min. 3,5 Ω) 4 Ω (min. 3.2 Ω) 4 Ω (min. 3.2 Ω) 4 Ω (min. 3.2 Ω) 4 Ω (min. 3.2 Ω)
Sensitivity (2.83V/1m)
85dB 87 dB 85 dB 87 dB 86 dB
Weight (Each Speaker)
17.2 lbs 27.3 lbs 20.9 lbs 18.1 lbs 13.4 lbs
Dimension (H X W X D)
11.9 x 7.9 x 11.0 in. 16.6 x 7.9 x 13.2 in 16.3 x 8.3 x 12.4 in. 14.1 x 8.3 x 12.0 in. 11.9 x 7.1 x 10.9 in.
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    Customers appreciate the speakers' clear sound quality, good instrument separation, and detailed vocals. They find the speakers perform well for movies and music. The color, smoothness, and frequency range are also praised. However, opinions differ on the build quality and value for money.

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    49 customers mention "Sound quality"45 positive4 negative

    Customers appreciate the speakers' sound quality. They find the sound impressive, with good instrument separation and bass. The vocals are crisp and clear, and the speakers are detailed. It's particularly good for instrument and vocal focus music, with a fully 3D soundstage. The metamaterial technology truly sings, and the speakers are heavy yet small enough not to completely dominate your room.

    "...imaging and wide soundstage of the KEFs, along with their neutral and precise sound, complements the warmer, more embracing sound of the Sonus Fabers..." Read more

    "...Give these high quality components and this speaker is AMAZING. I have 7 sets of speakers. All different types, Magnepans, CSS Audio, bunch of stuff...." Read more

    "...The soundstage is fully 3D at this point, and I never knew that there was so much difference in source material...." Read more

    "...They rock for transmitting the human voice--sopranos never sounded clearer or more accurate: Absolute faithfulness to the recording, no color..." Read more

    16 customers mention "Clarity"13 positive3 negative

    Customers appreciate the speakers' clarity and detail. They find the imaging fantastic for music like classical, jazz, and vocals. The soundstage is clear and transparent, making them easy to listen to.

    "...I played them at first full range and they were great and also surprising in the base...." Read more

    "...These speakers definitely deliver! The clarity and imaging are fantastic for music (classical, jazz, vocals)...." Read more

    "...quality - not as detailed but this in a weird way made them easier to listen to...." Read more

    "...The Kef's provide a great soundstage and a beautifully clear and present sound without being harsh or tiring...." Read more

    12 customers mention "Performance"9 positive3 negative

    Customers like the speakers' performance. They mention they perform well for movies and are capable.

    "...I also use these speakers for movies and they perform wonderfully. Have them paired with a Bluesound Node and Schiit Aegir...." Read more

    "...The step up is definitely noticeable. These are even more capable and sound much smoother on the top end...." Read more

    "...They just could not compare to the B&Ws. Seemed to lack the detail of the B&Ws. I listened, compared, and returned, easy return, thanks Amazon." Read more

    "...but the overall performance is very, very good...." Read more

    9 customers mention "Color"9 positive0 negative

    Customers like the speakers' color. They say the highs and cymbals sound great, with no added color to the recording. The speakers provide bright and clear sound.

    "...Total immersion, and beautiful, audiophile musicality fills my ears...." Read more

    "...I am very happy with these speakers and they also look fantastic with their designer colors...." Read more

    "...clearer or more accurate: Absolute faithfulness to the recording, no color added...." Read more

    "...The design may not be for everyone, but they do look kinda cool. 2.) The speakers have a very full, wide, smooth natural soundstage...." Read more

    8 customers mention "Smoothness"8 positive0 negative

    Customers appreciate the smoothness of the speakers. They find the highs precise and silky, with clear sound that is lush but a bit too warm. The matte finish is also appreciated, and some reviewers mention they are more laid-back and forgiving than the Q150 models.

    "...The speakers have a very full, wide, smooth natural soundstage. Plump and juicy might be a good way to describe it...." Read more

    "...They are definitely Not bad at all! sound is clear and lush but a tad too warm, robbing a bit of clarity and transient attack...." Read more

    "...I slightly prefer the sound of the q150's, they were more laid back and a bit more forgiving in terms of recording quality - not as detailed but..." Read more

    "...The new speakers sound better, more crisp and lively of course but clearly they need a sub-woofer or a supportive speaker of some sort to bring..." Read more

    4 customers mention "Frequency range"4 positive0 negative

    Customers appreciate the frequency range of the speakers. They mention they have good low frequencies, go down to 3 ohms, and are very clear and linear from around 80 Hz to over 20KHz. They also say clean, high power is the key.

    "...This speaker goes down to 3 ohms. Your cheap amp is likely begging for mercy at this impedance regardless of "200 watts". You need high quality...." Read more

    "...They are rated at 8 ohms, but I have a hard time believing that. They would definitely benefit from an amp with more headroom." Read more

    "...Although they have good low frequency, I paired them with a new KEF KC62 subwoofer to fill in the below 80 hz spectrum...." Read more

    "...Clean, high power is the key here. Class AB, class A preferred...." Read more

    13 customers mention "Value for money"9 positive4 negative

    Customers have different views on the speakers' value for money. Some find them worth the price and good for the price, while others feel they are overpriced.

    "...These speakers are worth every penny! But bear in mind their performance sits right where the price range is. These are not $10000 speakers for 1600...." Read more

    "I wanted really love these speakers, they do sound very good for the price. I bought them to replace an older pair of B&W 805D speakers...." Read more

    "...I use them 5-8 hours a day, and they are worth every penny." Read more

    "These speakers sound great, and a great value for the money. They are very clear and linear from around 80 hz to over 20k hz...." Read more

    11 customers mention "Build quality"7 positive4 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the build quality of the speakers. Some say they feel like they're forged from steel, while others mention issues with paint and poor sound quality with poorly recorded material.

    "...You need high quality. Give these high quality components and this speaker is AMAZING. I have 7 sets of speakers...." Read more

    "...This appears to be a quality control issue with paint on speakers and stands, and when I contacted KEF for warranty exchange they argued by email..." Read more

    "...High quality speaker cables, and Mogami Gold studio quality balanced audio cables between the analog audio output of the Oppo and the XPA-5..." Read more

    "Solid, well built speaker that looks pretty too...." Read more

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    Consider another product if you plan to buy these speakers + S2 stands that promise the paint is a "perfect match" in marketing materials. This appears to be a quality control issue with paint on speakers and stands, and when I contacted KEF for warranty exchange they argued by email with me for weeks and said that this is expected because the speakers and stands are different materials. Really unsatisfied with this purchase and unable to return since stands were purchased several months later. I would also not trust KEF North America for other issues, and to honor the warranty given my experience with the folks that handled my case. Good luck!
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    • Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2024
      Color: GreyStyle: MetaVerified Purchase
      I have a 12 x 13 ft. home gym with two Sonus Faber Olympica Nova II main speakers and an SVS SB-3000 subwoofer. But I wanted a more immersive stereo sound for my music listening to keep me motivated through my morning workouts.

      After much research (with extensive help from AI chat agents like Copilot, Perplexity and Gemini), I selected these KEF speakers to use on the opposite wall from my Sonus Fabers. And WOW. I feel like I work out inside a set of headphones. Total immersion, and beautiful, audiophile musicality fills my ears.

      It turns out the KEFs and Sonus Fabers are a very good match for this type of setup. I doubt I would have been happy with just the KEFs as the Sonus Fabers naturally deliver a much bigger presence (they are floorstanding and 8x the cost of the KEFs). But the pin-point imaging and wide soundstage of the KEFs, along with their neutral and precise sound, complements the warmer, more embracing sound of the Sonus Fabers. Together they are like magic. Pure bliss. Thank you, KEF!
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    • Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2023
      Color: BlackStyle: MetaVerified Purchase
      I see a lot of reviews here saying they sound bad. It's simply not true, because then I see what they are running, and its a very low tier amp. Your "200" watt Emotiva BasX or similar class amp simply does not have the torque that these speakers need. I know, I own several Emotiva amps. I'm an audiophile, and have lots of gear, it's the hobby. I'm running these off comparably priced equipment, all of my gear is in the price wheelhouse of the Ls50. My amps are Orchard Audio class D GaN monoblocks with GaN power supplies. I run a Gustard X26 Pro dac, dual mono dacs, dual mono power supplies, excellent clocks. This speaker goes down to 3 ohms. Your cheap amp is likely begging for mercy at this impedance regardless of "200 watts". You need high quality. Give these high quality components and this speaker is AMAZING. I have 7 sets of speakers. All different types, Magnepans, CSS Audio, bunch of stuff. These speakers are worth every penny! But bear in mind their performance sits right where the price range is. These are not $10000 speakers for 1600. You get what you pay for. That said, in the 2K range, they are probablyunbeatable, for overall performance. Another caveat though is I have a pair of subs, near field, 3 feet off the ground, perfectly tuned with these speakers. You need a setup like this for perfect full range sound. If you're an audiophile, I recommend starting with these, make sure you have nice, NICE components to back them up, and a pair of subs when you can do it. I'm running 2 RSL Speedwoofer 10s. If you just buy these, you don't own subs, and your equipment is like $200 dac, no preamp, $500 amp, low level stuff, you're going to wonder what all the fuss is about and return them. Do them right, you may never shop for speakers ever again.
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    • Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2024
      Color: BlackStyle: MetaVerified Purchase
      These have a nice neutral and detailed sound that I haven’t gotten tired of at all. I can definitely notice the effect of the concentric drivers especially when you are close. It really does make a difference versus a side by side woofer and tweeter placement. I plugged the ports using the included foam plugs and ran Marantz Audyssey to flatten the response back out and it sounds perfect to me.
    • Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2021
      Color: WhiteStyle: MetaVerified Purchase
      I am still trying to figure out why Amazon asks for ratings of "Sheerness" and "Thickness". ??? / Anyway, I read and watched reviews of these speakers before diving in, and then ended building my AV system around them.
      They are not my first KEF's, so I knew that KEF brings precision and quality-of-build.
      I am getting older and have less time to try out "poser" speaker that may look glorious but do not have the physics and acoustics behind them to possibly sound exceptional.
      At some point, I became interested exclusively in either full range electrostatic or ribbon speakers, or something with phenomenal time-alignment such as a point source. These co-axial driver mini's are that second category.
      I played them at first full range and they were great and also surprising in the base.
      Then I decided on more realism and less stress on their drivers by throwing a Velodyne 1.2 killowatt, powered subwoofer in the mix. My center channel is produced by a 3-driver Martin Logan speaker with a ribbon tweeter and it is fantastic as well. I have moved my full-range electrostatics to the backish, sides of the room for surround sound. (They are Acoustat 1+1's with the Medallion transformers.)
      I had to kill sound reflections off our oak floors with a very fluffy rug, a rug pad, and various furniture. This is even more important with these KEF's on their native, metal, sand-filled stands which are kind of short and close to the floor.
      The soundstage is fully 3D at this point, and I never knew that there was so much difference in source material.
      I am very happy with these speakers and they also look fantastic with their designer colors. I chose the off-white, and eventually bought a TV stand to match the KEF's and their bolted-on stands.
      These speakers are the cat's pajamas! ;-)
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    • Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2024
      Color: GreyStyle: MetaVerified Purchase
      I wanted really love these speakers, they do sound very good for the price. I bought them to replace an older pair of B&W 805D speakers. Did an A/B comparison and decided to keep the 805. I know they are two different class speakers, but figured i would give the KEFs a shot since they have such great reviews and were new. I would have probably kept them if I didn’t have the opportunity to compare them. They just could not compare to the B&Ws. Seemed to lack the detail of the B&Ws. I listened, compared, and returned, easy return, thanks Amazon.
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      5.0 out of 5 stars Imagining Beasts
      Reviewed in Canada on November 23, 2024
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      I use them in a 2.1 setting where no center channel is used. When used this, because of their imaging abilities, it can accurately source the sound to picture location. Paired with a 16 inch THX ultra monolith sub, these provide a truly full range experience.

      Sub pairing is mostly myths now. Pair this with any of your subs, and run it through dirac, and you will have a sublime experience.
    • Julian Frias
      5.0 out of 5 stars Muy buenas pero decepcionan al inicio
      Reviewed in Mexico on October 19, 2024
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      Compre estas bocinas hace poco más de un año. Debo decir que mis primeras impresiones fueron malas. Si, compre unas bocinas caras con reviews alucinantes que sonaban como unas Klipsch rp500. El problema fue que el periodo de break in se tardó muchísimo, en mi caso unos 4 meses usándolas a diario mientras trabajaba en casa, alrededor de 200 horas. Al día de hoy, uufffff, suenan espectacular, se disfruta muchísimo la música a cualquier volumen, son simplemente adictivas, difícilmente apagas la música una vez que la enciendes. Muy recomendables. Por último debo decir que se necesitan de unos buenos cables para que la imagen del sonido sea perfecta, con buenos cables se hace más preciso saber en donde están las voces, instrumentos, etc. en mi caso utilizo unos cables WBC calibre 7 con un Hegel H95. También tengo un Cambridge Audio CXA81. Con ambos suenan bien pero con el Hegel me parece que suenan mejor. Espero sea de utilidad mi opinión. Saludos.
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      5.0 out of 5 stars Muy buenas pero decepcionan al inicio
      Reviewed in Mexico on October 19, 2024
      Compre estas bocinas hace poco más de un año. Debo decir que mis primeras impresiones fueron malas. Si, compre unas bocinas caras con reviews alucinantes que sonaban como unas Klipsch rp500. El problema fue que el periodo de break in se tardó muchísimo, en mi caso unos 4 meses usándolas a diario mientras trabajaba en casa, alrededor de 200 horas. Al día de hoy, uufffff, suenan espectacular, se disfruta muchísimo la música a cualquier volumen, son simplemente adictivas, difícilmente apagas la música una vez que la enciendes. Muy recomendables. Por último debo decir que se necesitan de unos buenos cables para que la imagen del sonido sea perfecta, con buenos cables se hace más preciso saber en donde están las voces, instrumentos, etc. en mi caso utilizo unos cables WBC calibre 7 con un Hegel H95. También tengo un Cambridge Audio CXA81. Con ambos suenan bien pero con el Hegel me parece que suenan mejor. Espero sea de utilidad mi opinión. Saludos.
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    • Gordon Murphy
      5.0 out of 5 stars Well balanced speakers
      Reviewed in Germany on November 1, 2024
      Color: GreyStyle: MetaVerified Purchase
      Well build, beautiful design und a fantastic sound! I have wired these speakers to my Denon PMA-600ne and the detailed warm sound is just perfect for me.
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      Gordon Murphy
      5.0 out of 5 stars Well balanced speakers
      Reviewed in Germany on November 1, 2024
      Well build, beautiful design und a fantastic sound! I have wired these speakers to my Denon PMA-600ne and the detailed warm sound is just perfect for me.
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    • Beppecant
      5.0 out of 5 stars Semplicemente fantastici.
      Reviewed in Italy on September 3, 2024
      Color: BlueStyle: MetaVerified Purchase
      Nonostante le dimensioni abbastanza contenute. Sono realmente capaci di scatenare l'inferno, specie se pilotate da una degna amplificazione. Una scena musicale che ha del magico. Superlativi sulle alte e sulle medie. Dignitosissimi sulle basse frequenze. (solo se si esige l'effetto punch è preferibile accoppiargli un buon sub). In sintesi, consigliatissimi.
    • Koen van Hees
      5.0 out of 5 stars Ongelofelijk goed geluid
      Reviewed in Belgium on August 15, 2024
      Color: BlueStyle: MetaVerified Purchase
      In combinatie met de Marantz melody, zelfs een beetje underpowered. En moderne klassiek wordt heel gedefinieerd en ruimtelijk neergezet, zelfs op laag volume. Eender welk genre, zelfs de betere electro, kan je lang beluisteren zonder vermoeidheid. Klasse.