KEF R3 Meta

Brand: KEF

The KEF R3 Meta is a true three-way bookshelf speaker designed to deliver exceptional detail, dynamics and low-frequency authority from a compact cabinet. Featuring KEF’s 12th generation Uni-Q® driver array with MAT™ and a dedicated 165mm hybrid aluminium bass driver, it brings advanced R Series technology to a versatile standmount format.

True Three-Way R Series Performance in a Compact Bookshelf Speaker

12th Gen Uni-Q® with MAT™

KEF’s 12th generation Uni-Q® driver array combines a 25mm vented aluminium tweeter and 125mm midrange driver with MAT™ for detailed and precise sound.

Dedicated 6.5-Inch Bass Driver

A dedicated 165mm hybrid aluminium bass driver delivers powerful, controlled low-frequency performance while maintaining the compact proportions of a standmount loudspeaker.

Wide-Bandwidth Performance

With a 38Hz–50kHz frequency range and maximum output of 110dB, the R3 Meta combines clarity, dynamics and scale for demanding stereo systems.

R3 Meta

KEF R3 Meta

The KEF R3 Meta brings true three-way architecture to a compact bookshelf speaker, using the same core driver technologies found in the larger R Series models. Its 12th generation Uni-Q® driver array with Metamaterial Absorption Technology combines a 25mm vented aluminium dome tweeter with a 125mm aluminium midrange cone, while a dedicated 165mm hybrid aluminium bass driver handles low frequencies. With a 38Hz–50kHz frequency range, 87dB sensitivity, maximum output of 110dB and recommended amplifier power from 15W to 180W, the R3 Meta is designed for detailed, powerful high-fidelity listening.

R3 Meta

Details & Specifications

Design & Driver Configuration

Brand	KEF
Model	R3 Meta
Product Type	Bookshelf / Standmount Speaker
Design	Three-Way Bass Reflex
Driver Technology	12th Generation Uni-Q® with MAT™

Drive Units

High-Frequency Driver	25mm (1 in.) Vented Aluminium Dome with MAT™
Midrange Driver	125mm (5 in.) Aluminium Cone
Low-Frequency Driver	165mm (6.5 in.) Hybrid Aluminium Cone
Crossover Frequencies	420Hz / 2.3kHz

Frequency Performance

Frequency Range (-6dB)	38Hz–50kHz
Typical In-Room Bass Response (-6dB)	30Hz
Frequency Response (±3dB)	58Hz–28kHz

Performance & Amplification

Recommended Amplifier Power	15–180W
Sensitivity (2.83V / 1m)	87dB
Maximum Output	110dB
Nominal Impedance	4Ω
Minimum Impedance	3.2Ω

Harmonic Distortion

Harmonic Distortion – 73Hz and Above	<1%
Harmonic Distortion – 90Hz–20kHz	<0.5%
Measurement Level	90dB at 1m

Dimensions, Weight & Finishes

Dimensions with Terminal (H × W × D)	422 × 200 × 336 mm
Dimensions with Terminal	16.6 × 7.9 × 13.2 in
Weight	12.4 kg / 27.3 lb
Available Finishes	Black Gloss, White Gloss, Walnut, Indigo Gloss Special Edition

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About KEF

KEF is a British loudspeaker manufacturer known for developing advanced acoustic technologies focused on accurate, natural and highly detailed sound reproduction. Its engineering approach combines innovative driver design, cabinet development and extensive acoustic research across both traditional Hi-Fi and contemporary audio systems. Technologies such as Uni-Q® and Metamaterial Absorption Technology demonstrate KEF’s focus on improving dispersion, imaging and overall acoustic performance. From compact speakers to high-end reference designs, KEF develops products for listeners seeking precise stereo reproduction and immersive listening experiences.

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