KEF LAUNCH NEW R SERIES WITH METAMATERIAL ABSORPTION TECHNOLOGY (MAT)

The new generation KEF R Series features the British HiFi brand’s Metamaterial Absorption Technology and bespoke 12th-generation Uni-Q driver array.

KEF’s latest loudspeakers to get the MAT treatment are the new generation of the KEF R Series.

KEF R SERIES MAT

The KEF R Series is a seven-model range now featuring KEF Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT). The new generation KEF R Series includes a selection of the latest technologies developed for KEF’s The Reference. The R Series can be enjoyed in stereo for music or in a home theatre set-up.

KEF R Series MAT R11 Meta inside

SOUND ABSORPTION WITH MAT

At the heart of the latest R Series is Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT), a highly complex maze-like structure where each of the intricate channels efficiently absorbs a specific frequency. When combined, KEF say that the channels act as an acoustic black hole, absorbing 99% of the unwanted sound from the rear of the tweeter, eliminating the resulting distortion and providing a purer, more natural acoustic performance.

KEF R Series MAT R11 Meta

12^TH GEN UNI-Q DRIVER ARRAY

A bespoke 12th-generation Uni-Q driver array with MAT is found in all seven models of the R Series. It’s the result of decades of accumulated in-house knowledge and the application of simulation and analysis tools.

KEF R11 Meta Uni-Q driver exploded

The improvements delivered across the R Series range results from a selection of tweaks and modifications specifically for this collection. From the refined tweeter gap damper, to the flexible Decoupling Chassis, the hybrid aluminium bass drivers to the enhanced crossover design and fine-tuned signal path.

Cross section of the R11 Meta Uni-Q

HIFI AND HOME CINEMA

The R Series comprises seven models, providing listeners with great versatility when building their ideal HiFi system. Whether that’s a stereo or a home theatre set-up.

FLOORSTANDERS

A trio of floor standing speakers, including R11 Meta, R7 Meta and R5 Meta and a bookshelf speaker R3 Meta, are designed to reproduce high-fidelity stereo sound for listeners’ favourite music irrespective of the dimensions of the listening space.

KEF R7 Meta

CENTRE SPEAKERS

The two centre speakers, including R6 Meta and R2 Meta, which can also be used in LCR (Left-Centre-Right) configuration, deliver brilliant dialogue clarity to the home theatre experience in different room sizes. Identically sized Uni-Q arrays are deployed on the centre speakers and all other models in the series.

Home Cinema set up

DOLBY ATMOS

If users want to experience immersive Dolby Atmos sound, the R8 Meta surround speaker is an ideal addition to the system. It can be either wall-mounted or placed on top of another R Series loudspeaker. With the addition of any of KEF’s subwoofers, the whole cinematic experience is felt.

R8 Meta

KEF R SERIES MAT FINISHES

The understated design aesthetic of the R Series is complemented by carefully selected colour options. Conceived to be at home in either traditional or modern interiors, each model in the R Series comes in a choice of three finishes: Black Gloss, White Gloss, and Walnut.

R3 Meta

Two models also have their own signature finish options: the Titanium Gloss Special Edition for R7 Meta, and the Indigo Gloss Special Edition for R3 Meta. The R3 Meta also features threaded inserts that allow the speaker to be mounted securely onto the top of the KEF S3 Floor Stands, which also feature integrated cable management and a mass-loadable column.

R5 Meta

KEF R SERIES MAT PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

KEF R11 Meta: £5,500 per pair

KEF R7 Meta: £4,000 per pair

KEF R5 Meta: £3,000 per pair

KEF R3 Meta: £1,900 per pair

KEF R6 Meta: £1,600 per piece

KEF R2 Meta: £1,200 per piece

KEF R8 Meta: £1,400 per pair

KEF S3 Floor Stands: £649 per pair

Available from 7th February 2023.

Special Edition finishes will be available from Summer 2023.

R2 Meta

HiFi Pig Says: KEF fans have been waiting for the R series to get the MAT upgrade, we are sure these will be very popular loudspeakers indeed.