The KEF Q Concerto META is the first Q series 3-way unit bookshelf speakers, combining this with the specially designed KEF SQ1 Floor Stand will get the best performance from the Q Concerto speakers. With technology taken from the popular R3 Meta, you get a high quality, high performance hi-fidelity speaker at a more afordalbe price. Featuring the latest Uni-Q driver array with improved bass, and a stylish cabinet this will be one of the very best and most popular standmount speakers available today.
The KEF Q Concerto META is a tribute to the classic Concerto which first launched in 1969, making high quality, high performance hi-fidelity audio more accessible in the home.
The KEF Q Concerto META features a larger cabinet and an additional LF driver allowing for better separation through the frequencies, more bass, and better, clearer stereo imaging.
The KEF Q Concertos META combines advanced technology and innovative design to deliver excellent sound quality with smoother sound, enhanced clarity, and less distortion. The Concertos are an ideal choice for those wanting an excellent pair of stereo speakers that are well suited for a wide range of music choices.
For home theatre or music, the Concerto META will deliver an immersive audio experience for those looking for bookshelf speakers for most medium to smaller room sizes. These will act as a great stereo pair or excellent fronts for home theatre.
The META Factor
The Q Series has continued to evolve, now in its 9th iteration since its debut in 1991. Building on its award-winning heritage, this latest version incorporates cutting-edge Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT) and advanced acoustic features derived from KEFs flagship speakers. With the inclusion of the latest 12th generation Uni-Q driver array, this series offers a highly refined sound profile. These advancements make high-fidelity audio more accessible, catering to both stereo music lovers and multi-channel home cinema enthusiasts.
Enhanced 3-Way Speaker Design
One of the most significant upgrades in this iteration is the transition from a 2.5-way to a 3-way speaker design. This updated configuration separates the frequency ranges, with the Uni-Q driver handling the high and midrange frequencies while a newly designed bass driver is dedicated to managing low frequencies. This design enhances clarity by allowing the tweeter to transmit high-frequency sound over a smoother surface, reducing distortion in the lower midrange frequencies for an improved listening experience.
Uni-Q Technology
With Uni-Q technology, every seat becomes the best in the room. By positioning the tweeter at the precise acoustic centre of the bass/midrange cone, sound is evenly dispersed, removing the need for a single 'sweet spot'. This ensures that everyone enjoys the same immersive, high-fidelity audio as intended. The latest 12th-generation Uni-Q, featured across all models in the Q Series, delivers remarkably natural sound for a truly captivating experience. Additionally, the Uni-Q benefits from the Flexible Decoupling Chassis, derived from our flagship Hi-Fi speakers, which significantly reduces unwanted vibrations, resulting in even greater clarity.
Revolutionary Sound Absorption with MAT
The integration of Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT) marks a breakthrough in audio performance for the Q Series. MAT features a complex, maze-like structure that absorbs 99% of unwanted sound from the rear of the tweeter, significantly reducing distortion. This advanced design results in a purer, more natural sound, enhancing both accuracy and clarity. Paired with the 12th generation Uni-Q driver array, MAT ensures that the Q Series delivers a highly transparent and lifelike audio experience.
Refined Crossover for Superior Sound
The Q Series features a refined crossover design, the result of over 1,000 precise measurements for each speaker model. This meticulous engineering ensures that all components work harmoniously, delivering a smooth and coherent sound. KEFs in-house team used advanced simulation tools and prototyping techniques to optimise the signal path, ensuring that each speaker in the Q Series performs at its absolute best.
Shadow Flare Technology
To further enhance sound quality, the concerto incorporates Shadow Flare technology. This innovation reduces cabinet diffraction, which can otherwise interfere with sound clarity. By minimising these acoustic disturbances, Shadow Flare allows the Uni-Q driver array to function at its highest potential, resulting in a cleaner, more precise reproduction of fine details such as delicate cymbal work or the subtle harmonics of a piano.
Features
- Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT) removes 99% of high-frequency distortion for clear, natural sound.
- 12th generation Uni-Q driver array with MAT for accurate acoustics.
- Improved crossover design for cleaner sound.
- Three-way design for better clarity and detail
- Hybrid aluminium bass driver for deep, powerful sound
- Available in Satin Black, Satin White, and Walnut finishes.
- Magnetic grilles combine protection and style.
- KEF SQ1 Floor stands available
Specifications
| Design: | Three-way bass reflex |
| Drive Units: | Uni-Q Driver Array: HF: 19 mm (0.75 in.) vented aluminium dome with MAT, MP: 100 mm (4 in.) aluminium cone, LF: 165 mm (6.5 in.) hybrid aluminium cone |
| Frequency Range: (-6dB) | 40 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Typical In-room Bass Response: (-6dB) | 36 Hz |
| Frequency Response: (+3dB) | 48 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Crossover Frequency: | 430 Hz, 2.9 kHz |
| Amplifier Requirement: | 15-180 W |
| Sensitivity: (2.83V/1m) | 85 dB |
| Harmonic Distortion: (90dB, 1m) | <2% 37 Hz and above, <1% 91 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Maximum Output: | 103 dB |
| Impedance: | 4 (min. 3.2 ) |
| Weight: | 9.5 kg (20.9 lbs.) |
| Dimensions: (H x W x D) | 415 x 210 x 315 mm |
| Finishes: | Satin Black / Satin White / Walnut |
