Every once in awhile a speaker comes along that disrupts the audio market. Meet the R3 Meta.
Review Sample Provided by: KEF USA
This review is free of sponsorships, affiliate links, and financial compensation.
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KEF R3 META: https://us.kef.com/products/r3-meta
BDI Elements Stand: https://www.bdiusa.com/products/elements-8777-me-modern-tv-stand-entertainment-center
https://us.kef.com/products/r3-meta
Speaker Price as of August 10th, 2023: $2,199 / Pair. USD
Snapshot Recommendation: For this price class, the R3 Meta is as good as it gets for audiophiles who want a refined, detailed listening experience from a speaker that manages to still sound full and easy on the ears.
Recommended Pairing Amplifiers:
Audio Lab 6000a: https://www.audiolab.co.uk/6000a/
Willsenton 300b: https://www.china-hifi-audio.com/willsenton-tube-amplifier-c-77/willsenton-r300-single-ended-integrated-300b-tube-amplifier-power-amp-p-2276
Hegel H120: https://www.hegel.com/en/products/integrated/h120
TIMELINE
0:00 Design, Tech, and Improvements!
2:49 Versus the original R3
4:22 The Sound - Overview
6:10 Treble, Mids, Bass, Soundstage, Dynamics
8:45 Music Compatibility
9:50 Versus the LS50 Meta
11:30 Versus the Buchardt S400 MK2
13:32 Placement/Setup Advice!
14:53 Equipment Recommendations!
17:40 Caveats
19:45 Summary Conclusion