{"product_id":"kef-r3-meta-bookshelf-speaker-pair","title":"Kef R3 Meta Bookshelf Speaker-pair","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProduct Description\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience exceptional clarity, imaging and musical detail with the \u003cstrong\u003eKEF R3 Meta Bookshelf Speaker Pair\u003c\/strong\u003e, a premium three way standmount speaker designed for serious music listening and high performance home theater systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe R3 Meta combines KEF's advanced \u003cstrong\u003e12th Generation Uni Q driver array with Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT)\u003c\/strong\u003e and a dedicated 165 mm \/ 6.5 inch bass driver. Its sophisticated three way architecture separates the high frequencies, midrange and bass into dedicated sections, delivering a highly detailed and balanced presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the R3 Meta is KEF's latest \u003cstrong\u003eUni Q driver array\u003c\/strong\u003e, which places the tweeter at the acoustic centre of the midrange driver. This allows both drivers to act as a single coherent acoustic source, producing precise imaging and a wide, natural soundstage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKEF's \u003cstrong\u003eMetamaterial Absorption Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e absorbs unwanted high frequency energy from the rear of the tweeter, helping produce cleaner, smoother and more detailed treble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dedicated bass driver delivers powerful and controlled low frequencies while the Uni Q midrange handles vocals and instruments with exceptional clarity. The result is a compact bookshelf speaker capable of delivering the scale and refinement expected from a premium floorstanding system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKEF R3 Meta is supplied as a pair\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it ideal for stereo music systems, surround channels or the rear channels of a premium KEF home theater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e12th Generation Uni Q Driver Array\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKEF's latest Uni Q architecture integrates the tweeter and midrange driver on the same acoustic axis for coherent and precise sound reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMetamaterial Absorption Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMAT absorbs unwanted high frequency energy behind the tweeter, helping deliver cleaner and more natural high frequency performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThree Way Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDedicated high frequency, midrange and bass sections provide greater control and clarity across the entire frequency range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e165 mm Bass Driver\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dedicated 165 mm \/ 6.5 inch aluminium bass driver provides powerful and controlled low frequency reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e125 mm Uni Q Midrange\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Uni Q midrange driver provides natural vocals, detailed instruments and excellent midrange clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e25 mm Aluminium Dome Tweeter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vented aluminium dome tweeter provides detailed and extended high frequency performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShadow Flare Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKEF's Shadow Flare helps reduce unwanted diffraction around the Uni Q driver, improving imaging and soundstage accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBass Reflex Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rear ported cabinet provides improved low frequency extension and efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium Cabinet Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rigid enclosure is designed to minimize unwanted cabinet resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact Standmount Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe R3 Meta provides high end performance in a compact form factor suitable for shelves, speaker stands and smaller rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAudiophile Stereo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent for high fidelity two channel music systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBookshelf or Standmount System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for customers who want premium sound without large floorstanding speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHome Theater Surround\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe R3 Meta is an excellent choice for surround and rear channels in a premium KEF cinema.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLiving Room\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact cabinet makes 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Shadow Flare Technology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Controlled Bass Response\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Detailed Vocals and Instruments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Wide and Precise Soundstage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Premium Cabinet Construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Excellent for Stereo and Home Theater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKEF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR3 Meta\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeaker Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBookshelf \/ Standmount 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class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• 2 x KEF R3 Meta Bookshelf Speakers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Magnetic Speaker Grilles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Rubber Feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• User Documentation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Warranty Documentation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKEF R6 Meta\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair the R3 Meta with the R6 Meta center channel for a cohesive KEF R Series home theater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium Home Theater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKEF R5 Meta\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the R5 Meta as the front left and right speakers and R3 Meta as surround channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete R Series Cinema\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKEF R7 Meta\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor larger rooms, pair 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Resolution Music Source\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Audiophile Music Listening\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium 5.1 Home Theater\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• KEF R5 Meta Front Speakers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• KEF R6 Meta Center Speaker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• 1 Pair KEF R3 Meta Surround Speakers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• KEF KC92 Subwoofer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Denon AV Receiver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Movies and Music\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDolby Atmos 7.2.4\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• KEF R7 Meta Front Speakers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• KEF R6 Meta Center Speaker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• 1 Pair KEF R3 Meta Surround Speakers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• 1 Pair KEF R8 Meta Height Speakers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• 2 x KEF KC92 Subwoofers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Denon AVC A1H\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• 4K Laser Projector\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium Home Cinema\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy the KEF R3 Meta?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKEF R3 Meta\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for listeners who want the acoustic performance of a premium three way speaker in a compact standmount format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts combination of \u003cstrong\u003e12th Generation Uni Q technology, Metamaterial Absorption Technology and a dedicated 6.5 inch bass driver\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers an impressive balance of clarity, detail, bass performance and imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many conventional bookshelf speakers that use a two way design, the R3 Meta uses a dedicated midrange driver and bass driver. This allows the speaker to reproduce vocals and instruments with greater precision while allowing the bass driver to focus on low frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor stereo listening, the R3 Meta provides an expansive soundstage and excellent imaging. In a home theater, it works particularly well as a surround speaker or as the main speaker in a compact high performance cinema.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Bought Together\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• KEF R6 Meta Center Speaker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• KEF R5 Meta Floorstanding Speakers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• KEF R7 Meta Floorstanding Speakers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• KEF R8 Meta Dolby Atmos Speakers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• KEF KC92 Subwoofer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Denon AVC A1H AV Receiver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Marantz Cinema 30\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• KEF Speaker Stands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Premium Speaker Cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild a complete KEF R Series system with matching front, center, surround, height and subwoofer components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the KEF R3 Meta?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KEF R3 Meta is a premium \u003cstrong\u003ethree way bookshelf \/ standmount speaker\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for high fidelity music and home theater applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the R3 Meta sold as a pair?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This product is supplied as a \u003cstrong\u003epair of two R3 Meta speakers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the R3 Meta use Uni Q?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It features KEF's \u003cstrong\u003e12th Generation Uni Q driver array\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the R3 Meta have Metamaterial Absorption Technology?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The tweeter incorporates KEF's \u003cstrong\u003eMetamaterial Absorption Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many bass drivers does the R3 Meta have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach speaker uses one \u003cstrong\u003e165 mm \/ 6.5 inch dedicated bass driver\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the R3 Meta a three way speaker?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It uses a dedicated bass driver together with the Uni Q midrange and tweeter assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the R3 Meta suitable for home theater?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is particularly effective as a surround speaker or as the main speaker in a compact premium home theater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the R3 Meta for stereo music?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is an excellent choice for high fidelity two channel music listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the R3 Meta need a subwoofer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be used without a subwoofer, but adding a KEF KC92 can provide deeper bass and greater impact, especially for home theater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat amplifier power does the R3 Meta require?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKEF recommends amplification between \u003cstrong\u003e15 and 180 watts\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the R3 Meta difficult to drive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a nominal impedance of 4 Ohms and can benefit from a capable amplifier designed to handle demanding speaker loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the R3 Meta in a Dolby Atmos system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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