KEF Q3 Meta
Compact KEF bookshelf speaker with Uni-Q coaxial driver and metamaterial absorption technology, designed for a first hi-fi system.
Description
The Q3 Meta is a 2-way bookshelf speaker from KEF, built around a 12th-generation Uni-Q coaxial driver. This compact format targets listeners who want to build a hi-fi system without excessive bulk, while retaining coherent sound reproduction.
The Uni-Q driver combines a 25 mm vented dome tweeter and a 16.5 cm midrange-woofer on the same axis, with a waveguide incorporating MAT (Metamaterial Absorption Technology), designed to absorb unwanted sound waves emitted from behind the dome. The rear-vented bass-reflex loading and Shadow Flare technology help widen the sound dispersion area. The crossover frequency is set at 2 kHz, the frequency response spans 49 Hz to 20 kHz (-3 dB), with a sensitivity of 87 dB and an impedance of 4 ohms (3.2 ohms minimum). The recommended amplification power ranges from 15 to 150 W, allowing fairly broad flexibility when choosing an amplifier.
This speaker is aimed at those building a first hi-fi system or looking for a compact pair for a living room or office, without requiring a high-powered amplifier. Its bookshelf format (210 x 357 x 305 mm, 8.2 kg) allows placement on furniture or stands without major space constraints.
Technical specifications
| Recommended amplification power | 15 to 150 W |
| Sensitivity (2.83 V/1m) | 87 dB |
| Maximum sound level | 109 dB/1W/1m |
| Frequency response | 49 Hz to 20 kHz (-3 dB) |
| Crossover frequency | 2 kHz |
| Impedance | 4 ohms (3.2 ohms min) |
| Construction | 2-way |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 210 x 357 x 305 mm |
| Weight | 8.2 kg |
What to check before buying used
The Uni-Q coaxial driver should be examined closely: the tweeter dome should be free of dents, tears or oxidation marks, and the midrange-woofer suspension should be supple, with no cracking or detachment that would indicate damp storage. Check for any play or rubbing noise by bringing a magnet close to the motor, which would indicate voice coil misalignment. Also inspect the rear bass-reflex port and the condition of the cabinet (veneer, corners, terminal fixings) to rule out any transport damage or cabinet deformation.
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