KEF LS50 Meta 2-Way Passive Desktop Bookshelf Speakers - Moss Green

Description Technical Specifications Shipping Reviews The World's First Speakers with Metamaterial Great loudspeakers disappear, leaving just the music. LS50 Meta is such a loudspeaker. The incredibly immersive sound means you lose yourself in your favourite music. Savouring every nuance as layer upon layer of instrumentation is delivered with exceptional acoustic accuracy anywhere in the room.       “KEF has taken an excellent speaker and made it even better with its innovative Metamaterial tech. The LS50 Meta are now the class leader at this level.” - October 2022, What Hi-Fi?       Metamaterial Absorption Technology A truly revolutionary tool in the KEF acoustic armoury, Metamaterial Absorption Technology ( MAT™) is a highly complex maze-like structure that absorbs 99% of the unwanted sound from the rear of the driver, eliminating the resulting distortion and providing purer, more natural sound.   Every spot is the sweet spot 12th generation Uni-Q with MAT™ Using advanced simulation and analysis tools, our engineers have developed the 12th generation Uni-Q with MAT™. This new driver array delivers reduced colouration, less distortion and a sound that is more transparent and life-like than previously possible, all dispersed evenly throughout the room. Enhancement from legendary LS50 Lineage Great loudspeakers disappear, leaving just the music. LS50 Meta is such a loudspeaker, and enhancements over the legendary LS50 include Driver Performance Optimisation and patented off-set flexible port for the best acoustic performance and an incredible immersive sound. Braced for action LS50 Meta’s baffle is engineered from an injection-moulded Dough Moulding Compound (DMC), while inside the cabinet cross bracing and Constrained Layer Damping (CLD) combine to deaden internal vibrations. The result of such meticulous attention to detail is the lowest colouration of any speaker in its class. Curved for performance LS50 Meta’s low-diffraction, curved baffle is precision modelled around the Uni-Q driver array. Its smooth curved surfaces help radiate sound out across the baffle without any interference from hard edges, which cause diffraction. The result is cleaner, more precise sound. Flexible port Using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), the port flare and profile of LS50 Meta’s patented off-set port is calculated to delay the onset of turbulence, and the flexible port walls prevent resonances from colouring the midrange. This leads to improved clarity, with exceptional depth and detail.   Design Attention to every detail Every aspect of LS50 Meta has been considered for acoustic benefits and from a design perspective. The low-diffraction curved front baffle is subtly mirrored by the gently radiused rear panel, where both the port exit and speaker terminals have been elegantly recessed and softened visually.     Designed for performance LS50 Meta may look sensational, but as a high-performance loudspeaker every aspect of its design is a case of form following function. From the precision modelled curved baffle to the solid, reinforced cabinet, every inch of LS50 Meta has been designed to perform.     Finished to perfection LS50 Meta is much more than just a utilitarian loudspeaker; it is a piece of sculpture that livens up your life. This is why we offer a choice of four finishes, Carbon Black, Mineral White, Moss Green and Sand Shell.     FAQs Do you need an amplifier to power the KEF LS50 Meta? Yes, you absolutely need an external amplifier to power the passive KEF LS50 Meta speakers. As they are not active (powered) speakers, they require an amplifier to function, with recommendations usually falling between 40W and 100W per channel to perform optimally. They are considered power-hungry due to their low sensitivity. Do I need a subwoofer to pair with the LS50 Meta? While the KEF LS50 Meta speakers offer exceptional clarity and soundstage, they are bookshelf speakers with limited low-frequency extension. A subwoofer is highly recommended to achieve full-range sound, preventing the audio from sounding lean, and to provide the deep, immersive bass necessary for music and movies. Any tips for optimally positioning the LS50 Meta? You do not strictly need to toe in your KEF LS50 Meta speakers, but a slight 5–10 degree angle towards your ears often improves imaging. Thanks to the wide dispersion of the Uni-Q driver, starting with them facing straight ahead is recommended, only adjusting if you want a more direct, intimate sound. How long is the warranty length for the LS50 Meta? The KEF LS50 Meta passive speakers comes with a 5-year warranty on the drivers and a 2-year warranty on the electronics and accessories. Refer to KEF official website for more information. Product Availability Available (current model) Product Type Speaker - Home/Desktop (Amplifier Powered) Style/Type Desktop Speaker Type Desktop Stereo Bookshelf / Satellite (Passive) Cabinet Design Ported Crossover Design 2-Way Driver Size HF: 25 mm; MF/LF: 130 mm Channels 2.0 Connectivity Fully Wired Bluetooth Version - N.A - Bluetooth Codecs - N.A. - Waterproof Rating IPX0 – No protection Frequency Response (Hz) 79 Hz - 28 kHz (±3db) Impedance (Ω) 8 Ω (min. 3.5 Ω) [Nominal] Sensitivity 85dB (2.83V/1m) Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) Voice Assistants - None - Mic for Calls/Communication None Input Connectivity Options Binding Posts (Banana Plug Sockets) Portability Desktop Product Dimensions 302 x 200 x 280.5mm (with terminals) Product Weight (g) 7,800g (7.8kg) [per speaker] Colour Green Package Contents KEF LS50 Meta (pair) User manual Warranty information Rubber feet Port bungs Warranty 5 years warranty (local) If you're based in Singapore,  spend $300 or more for free doorstep delivery1.($250 for Silver/Gold/Platinum VIP members) add a few more bucks, for delivery during the night/weekend, or quicker prioritised delivery options2. self-collection is possible at our Showroom, based in Ubi (nearest to MacPherson MRT). Find out where, and how to get to us here. and yes, you may arrange your own 3rd party logistics to pickup your purchases on your behalf. GrabExpress, Lalamove, GoGoX, RydeSEND services are welcome. View additional Terms & Conditions associated to local doorstep delivery service.     Friends from Overseas,  we do ship internationally. shipping fees are calculated according to total gross actual or volumetric weight of all item(s) in cart, whichever higher. shipping fees will vary depending on international carrier(s)3, and will be displayed during checkout. do be aware of additional import tax/VAT that may apply. Important Notice for Customers in the USA Due to recent changes in U.S. trade regulations, additional tariffs are being imposed on products manufactured in China and imported into the United States. As many of our audio products are made in China, orders shipped to U.S. addresses may be subject to an added tariff charge at checkout, reflected as a "U.S. Import Tariff Surcharge". Please note that this surcharge amount is determined by U.S. import policies and may vary significantly depending on product categories and any future policy adjustments. These charges are necessary to ensure compliance with U.S. customs requirements and to allow us to continue serving our U.S. customers reliably. We strongly encourage you to review the total cost at checkout before placing your order.   Important Notice due to ongoing tensions in the Middle East This surcharge is temporary but necessary during this period of significantly increased operational pressure as a result of the ongoing geo‑political situation in the Middle East.Orders shipped to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Africa, US and EU regions may be subject to an added surcharge at checkout, reflected as a "Temporary Emergency Situational Surcharge". Please note that this surcharge amount is determined by our freight partners, and may subject to adjustments according to situational updates. We strongly encourage you to review the total cost at checkout before placing your order.   View additional Terms & Conditions associated to international door to door shipping service.     1 Terms and condition do apply for free delivery. For more information, click here to view.2 View our updated list of local delivery options.3 View our updated list of international carriers. Please login to add review No Reviews Available for this Product Yet. Leave Your Review Description The World's First Speakers with Metamaterial Great loudspeakers disappear, leaving just the music. LS50 Meta is such a loudspeaker. The incredibly immersive sound means you lose yourself in your favourite music. Savouring every nuance as layer upon layer of instrumentation is delivered with exceptional acoustic accuracy anywhere in the room.       “KEF has taken an excellent speaker and made it even better with its innovative Metamaterial tech. The LS50 Meta are now the class leader at this level.” - October 2022, What Hi-Fi?       Metamaterial Absorption Technology A truly revolutionary tool in the KEF acoustic armoury, Metamaterial Absorption Technology ( MAT™) is a highly complex maze-like structure that absorbs 99% of the unwanted sound from the rear of the driver, eliminating the resulting distortion and providing purer, more natural sound.   Every spot is the sweet spot 12th generation Uni-Q with MAT™ Using advanced simulation and analysis tools, our engineers have developed the 12th generation Uni-Q with MAT™. This new driver array delivers reduced colouration, less distortion and a sound that is more transparent and life-like than previously possible, all dispersed evenly throughout the room. Enhancement from legendary LS50 Lineage Great loudspeakers disappear, leaving just the music. LS50 Meta is such a loudspeaker, and enhancements over the legendary LS50 include Driver Performance Optimisation and patented off-set flexible port for the best acoustic performance and an incredible immersive sound. Braced for action LS50 Meta’s baffle is engineered from an injection-moulded Dough Moulding Compound (DMC), while inside the cabinet cross bracing and Constrained Layer Damping (CLD) combine to deaden internal vibrations. The result of such meticulous attention to detail is the lowest colouration of any speaker in its class. Curved for performance LS50 Meta’s low-diffraction, curved baffle is precision modelled around the Uni-Q driver array. Its smooth curved surfaces help radiate sound out across the baffle without any interference from hard edges, which cause diffraction. The result is cleaner, more precise sound. Flexible port Using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), the port flare and profile of LS50 Meta’s patented off-set port is calculated to delay the onset of turbulence, and the flexible port walls prevent resonances from colouring the midrange. This leads to improved clarity, with exceptional depth and detail.   Design Attention to every detail Every aspect of LS50 Meta has been considered for acoustic benefits and from a design perspective. The low-diffraction curved front baffle is subtly mirrored by the gently radiused rear panel, where both the port exit and speaker terminals have been elegantly recessed and softened visually.     Designed for performance LS50 Meta may look sensational, but as a high-performance loudspeaker every aspect of its design is a case of form following function. From the precision modelled curved baffle to the solid, reinforced cabinet, every inch of LS50 Meta has been designed to perform.     Finished to perfection LS50 Meta is much more than just a utilitarian loudspeaker; it is a piece of sculpture that livens up your life. This is why we offer a choice of four finishes, Carbon Black, Mineral White, Moss Green and Sand Shell.     FAQs Do you need an amplifier to power the KEF LS50 Meta? Yes, you absolutely need an external amplifier to power the passive KEF LS50 Meta speakers. As they are not active (powered) speakers, they require an amplifier to function, with recommendations usually falling between 40W and 100W per channel to perform optimally. They are considered power-hungry due to their low sensitivity. Do I need a subwoofer to pair with the LS50 Meta? While the KEF LS50 Meta speakers offer exceptional clarity and soundstage, they are bookshelf speakers with limited low-frequency extension. A subwoofer is highly recommended to achieve full-range sound, preventing the audio from sounding lean, and to provide the deep, immersive bass necessary for music and movies. Any tips for optimally positioning the LS50 Meta? You do not strictly need to toe in your KEF LS50 Meta speakers, but a slight 5–10 degree angle towards your ears often improves imaging. Thanks to the wide dispersion of the Uni-Q driver, starting with them facing straight ahead is recommended, only adjusting if you want a more direct, intimate sound. How long is the warranty length for the LS50 Meta? The KEF LS50 Meta passive speakers comes with a 5-year warranty on the drivers and a 2-year warranty on the electronics and accessories. Refer to KEF official website for more information. Technical Specifications Product Availability Available (current model) Product Type Speaker - Home/Desktop (Amplifier Powered) Style/Type Desktop Speaker Type Desktop Stereo Bookshelf / Satellite (Passive) Cabinet Design Ported Crossover Design 2-Way Driver Size HF: 25 mm; MF/LF: 130 mm Channels 2.0 Connectivity Fully Wired Bluetooth Version - N.A - Bluetooth Codecs - N.A. - Waterproof Rating IPX0 – No protection Frequency Response (Hz) 79 Hz - 28 kHz (±3db) Impedance (Ω) 8 Ω (min. 3.5 Ω) [Nominal] Sensitivity 85dB (2.83V/1m) Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) Voice Assistants - None - Mic for Calls/Communication None Input Connectivity Options Binding Posts (Banana Plug Sockets) Portability Desktop Product Dimensions 302 x 200 x 280.5mm (with terminals) Product Weight (g) 7,800g (7.8kg) [per speaker] Colour Green Package Contents KEF LS50 Meta (pair) User manual Warranty information Rubber feet Port bungs Warranty 5 years warranty (local) Reviews Please login to add review No Reviews Available for this Product Yet. 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