Description:
Product Description
The KEF Q3 Meta Satin White are a pair of high-end bookshelf speakers designed for superior quality Hi-Fi audio in music and cinema. Featuring a 12th generation Uni-Q driver with MAT (Metamaterial Absorption Technology), 165mm (6.5") aluminum cone woofer/midrange, 25mm (1") vented aluminum dome tweeter with MAT, 4-ohm impedance (3.2 ohm minimum), 87 dB sensitivity (2.83V/1m), 49Hz-20kHz (±3dB) frequency response, typical in-room bass response -6dB at 39Hz, 109 dB maximum output, 15-150W recommended power, 2.0kHz crossover, harmonic distortion <2% at 110Hz and above, <1% 135Hz-20kHz, bass reflex design with rear port, color-matched magnetic grilles, rubber feet included, port bungs for acoustic tuning, dimensions 357 x 210 x 305mm (14.1" x 8.3" x 12.0"), weight 8.2 kg per unit (18.1 lbs), satin white finish, sold as a pair, the KEF Q3 Meta Satin White are reference bookshelf speakers for discerning audiophiles.
12th Generation Uni-Q Technology with MAT
Single Point Source with Metamaterial Absorption
KEF's 12th generation Uni-Q driver includes:
- Tweeter at the center of the woofer: Single point source for cohesive sound
- Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT): Absorbs 99% of unwanted rear sound
- Pure and natural sound: Significant distortion reduction
- Uniform dispersion: Immersive soundstage from any position
- Exceptional clarity: Crystal-clear details in music and dialogue
Premium Quality Drivers: 6.5" Uni-Q + 1" Vented Tweeter
Full-Range Hi-Fi Reproduction
The KEF Q3 Meta offer:
- 6.5" (165mm) aluminum cone woofer/midrange: Detailed mids and bass
- 1" (25mm) vented aluminum dome tweeter: Crystal-clear high frequencies
- 49Hz-20kHz (±3dB) response: Full range for Hi-Fi
- Typical in-room bass 39Hz (-6dB): Deep bass without a subwoofer
- 87 dB sensitivity: Professional efficiency
Refined Crossover: 1000+ Anechoic Chamber Measurements
Laboratory Acoustic Precision
The Q3 Meta crossover was developed with:
- Over 1000 measurements: In a professional anechoic chamber
- Precise signal path: Best possible performance
- Smooth 2.0kHz transition: Seamless driver integration
- Ultra-low distortion: <2% at 110Hz and above, <1% 135Hz-20kHz
- 109 dB maximum output: Impactful sound pressure
Optimized Bass Reflex Design
Deep and Controlled Bass
The KEF Q3 Meta include:
- Bass reflex design: Optimized bass extension
- Rear port: Strategic placement for controlled bass
- Included port bungs: Acoustic tuning based on room
- Typical 39Hz bass response: Deep bass without needing a subwoofer
- 49Hz-20kHz (±3dB) range: Flat and musical response
Premium Satin White Finish and Accessories
Sophisticated Aesthetics and Installation Versatility
The KEF Q3 Meta Satin White offer:
- Satin white finish: Subtle and modern elegance
- Color-matched magnetic grilles: Removable aesthetic protection
- Included rubber feet: Vibration isolation
- Compatible with SQ1 stands: Optimal height positioning
- Compatible with B2 wall bracket: Optional wall installation
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | KEF Q3 Meta |
| Type | 2-way bookshelf speaker |
| Design | Bass reflex |
| HF Driver (Tweeter) | 25mm (1") vented aluminum dome with MAT |
| LF/MF Driver (Woofer) | 165mm (6.5") aluminum cone Uni-Q |
| Technology | 12th gen Uni-Q with MAT (Metamaterial Absorption Technology) |
| Crossover | 2.0kHz |
| Impedance | 4 ohms (minimum 3.2 ohms) |
| Sensitivity (2.83V/1m) | 87 dB |
| Frequency Response (±3dB) | 49Hz - 20kHz |
| Typical Bass Response (-6dB) | 39Hz |
| Frequency Range (-6dB) | 42Hz - 20kHz |
| Harmonic Distortion (90dB, 1m) | <2% at 110Hz and above / <1% 135Hz-20kHz |
| Maximum Output | 109 dB |
| Recommended Power | 15 - 150 Watts |
| Height | 357mm (14.1") |
| Width | 210mm (8.3") |
| Depth | 305mm (12.0") |
| Weight (per unit) | 8.2 kg (18.1 lbs) |
| Finish | Satin White |
| Grilles | Magnetic, color-matched |
| Includes | Pair of speakers, magnetic grilles, rubber feet, port bungs, manual, and warranty |
| Compatible Accessories | SQ1 Floor Stand, B2 Wall Bracket |
| Sale | Per pair |
Ideal for
The KEF Q3 Meta Satin White are ideal for audiophiles looking for reference bookshelf speakers for superior quality Hi-Fi, home cinema systems with high-end front speakers, critical listening rooms for lossless and Hi-Res music, users who value KEF's Uni-Q technology with metamaterial absorption, luxury residential installations with studio-quality audio, music producers and audio engineers who require reference monitors, individuals seeking deep bass without the need for a subwoofer, setups with SQ1 floor stands or wall mounts, and any application requiring Hi-Fi quality bookshelf speakers with a musical, natural, and detailed sound.