KEF Reference 5 Meta Floorstanding Speaker

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KEF Reference 5 Meta Floorstanding Speaker

The KEF Reference 5 Meta is the flagship floorstanding speaker of The Reference Series, featuring the 12th generation Uni-Q® driver array with MAT™ and four 165mm aluminium bass drivers. Its three-way bass-reflex design delivers exceptional detail, wide frequency reproduction and powerful output for demanding high-performance stereo systems.

Flagship Reference Performance with Uni-Q® and MAT™

12th Gen Uni-Q® with MAT™

The Uni-Q® driver array combines a 25mm aluminium dome tweeter with a 125mm aluminium midrange driver and MAT™ technology for precise and highly detailed reproduction.

Four Powerful Bass Drivers

Four 165mm aluminium bass drivers provide deep, controlled low-frequency performance, supporting the Reference 5 Meta’s large-scale presentation and powerful dynamic capability.

Flexible Bass Port Tuning

Short and long bass-reflex port configurations allow low-frequency behaviour to be tailored, with free-field extension reaching down to 32Hz using the long port.

Reference 5 Meta

KEF Reference 5 Meta Floorstanding Speaker

The KEF Reference 5 Meta represents the flagship of The Reference Series and showcases KEF’s focus on high-performance acoustic engineering. Its 12th generation Uni-Q® driver array with MAT™ combines a 25mm aluminium dome tweeter with a 125mm aluminium midrange driver, while four 165mm aluminium bass drivers provide powerful low-frequency reproduction. The three-way bass-reflex design offers selectable short and long port tuning, extending free-field response down to 32Hz with the long port. With 88dB sensitivity, maximum output of 116dB and amplifier compatibility from 50W to 400W, it is engineered for large-scale, highly detailed listening.

Reference 5 Meta

Details & Specifications

Design & Driver Configuration

Brand	KEF
Model	Reference 5 Meta
Product Type	Floorstanding Speaker
Design	Three-Way Bass Reflex
Driver Technology	12th Generation Uni-Q® with MAT™

Drive Units

High-Frequency Driver	25mm (1 in.) Aluminium Dome with MAT™
Mid-Frequency Driver	125mm (5 in.) Aluminium Cone
Low-Frequency Drivers	4 × 165mm (6.5 in.) Aluminium Cone

Frequency & Crossover

Frequency Range – Short Port (-6dB)	35Hz–45kHz
Frequency Range – Long Port (-6dB)	32Hz–45kHz
Typical In-Room Bass Response (-6dB)	25Hz
Frequency Response (±3dB)	40Hz–35kHz
Crossover Frequencies	450Hz / 2.1kHz

Performance

Amplifier Requirements	50–400W
Sensitivity (2.83V / 1m)	88dB
Maximum Output	116dB
Nominal Impedance	4Ω
Minimum Impedance	3.2Ω

Distortion, Dimensions & Weight

Harmonic Distortion – 40Hz–100kHz	<0.5%
Harmonic Distortion – 200Hz–2kHz	<0.2%
Harmonic Distortion – 2kHz–20kHz	<0.1%
Dimensions with Grille & Terminal (H × W × D)	1350 × 205 × 462 mm
Dimensions with Grille & Terminal	53.1 × 8.1 × 18.2 in
Dimensions with Grille, Terminal & Plinth (H × W × D)	1402 × 323 × 467 mm
Dimensions with Grille, Terminal & Plinth	55.2 × 12.7 × 18.4 in
Weight	60.2 kg / 132.7 lb

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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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