Well worth the Price

Not being a professional audio file I don't think I could have picked a better speaker to start with. They have an exceptionally clear and deadened sound that makes individual instruments all take center stage in your listening. It's an amazing experience. I play old jazz records now that I'm hearing as if the horns or guitar are playing live in the room for me. For the price, well worth it! I paired mine with a KEF Kube 12b & Cambridge cxa81. Took a little tuning and set up but now both sound great paired together. Rock on ????

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Can't Be Happier

Love the sound from these speakers. From what I see sound should get better with more time. Well worth the extra $$. Have them connected to the NAD M10 V2 Streaming Integrated Amplifier. Can't be more happy with this set-up. Will save up for the LS KC62 Sub, but system is great right now. Bought several sets of other speakers, that I now have to sell. Should of bought these the first time.

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Paint chips off

Our blue paint is chipping.

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Glen Ridge

Just received these speakers. Wow, believe the hype. They are that good. Incredible soundstage/imaging. Fantastic detail when listening at moderate volume. I am sure there are "better" bookshelf speakers out there but my sense is you need to spend 3-5x more to get a discernible difference in performance. I am no hard core audiophile but my past speakers included Thiel CS3.5s, Acoustic Energy AE1s and Dali Mentors and these speakers blow them away. Purchasing and shipping with Crutchfield was top notch and I am glad I bought from them versus a big box.

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Outstanding Speaker

There are a lot of good speakers out there so I investigated all of the ones that were well reviewed on Audio Science Review and elected to get these. They are really outstanding and sound significantly better than my speakers that cost 5k. The bass is remarkably good and is fine for classical music and jazz so I'm in no rush to buy a sub. I advise giving these serious consideration.

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KEF LS50 Meta

Like the reviewer from Boston, I have my Metas in a tight, less-than-ideal location, in my case on a shelf in the kitchen. And I also blocked the back bass ports with the foam blocks since they are inches from the wall. I'm driving them with a Yamaha WXA-50 wireless streaming amp, which also may be less than some would say is ideal, but chosen for its streaming capabilities and its small footprint (on that same kitchen shelf. But the sound - Glorious! Really enjoyed listening to the choruses from Handel's Messiah during the Christmas season.

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Clear, detailed.

Small 12x15 office/listening room. These speakers had to sit on shelf inches from the wall (blocked up their rear ports) and could only be placed about 4' or 5 ' apart. Setup absolutely not ideal. Use subwoofer to handle sound below 80Hz, and am required to keep volume way down. Still, Frank, Ella, Tiesto, Mahler to my old ears now sound just plain old fun to listen to. Tried Dynaudio, GoldenEar and others (the Dynaudios for instance sounded warmer yet also a bit more congested in the mids - every ear and room are different though). These LS50s are open, detailed, clear and were what I was looking for in my tight space. While working sometimes, these speakers let recordings quietly sneak up on you and you find yourself stopping what you are doing to turn around and just pay attention and enjoy all that really nice ear candy coming on. Music is so much fun to listen to when you like the setup you have, and I like!

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Very worth their on-sale price.

I'm driving these with a Rotel A11 Tribute. My room is very excitable with ported speakers, so audio goes through the Paradigm PWLink using their ARC (Anthem Room Correction software). ARC automatically adjusts the room gain from ported speakers presenting a more balanced sound. These speakers excel with vocals, as well as with any analog instrument. Playing George Winston's "December" lets you focus on the piano and you can almost see the notes being played. For TV and movies, I don't feel the need to constantly adjust the volume; actually, I find that I can listen at lower volumes than with the Elac UB52s. BTW how do these compare to the UB52s? The Elacs are amazing, especially considering they can be purchased for 1/4 the price of the KEFs when they're on sale. The Elacs, while quite good, are not as refined. On a scale of 1 to 10, with the KEFs being a 10, I'd give the Elacs an 8 overall, but better on punchier more rock-focused music than the KEFs. I find the KEFs completely non-fatiguing and a joy to have on all day. They also strike me as very efficient, although in a condo how loud can you really play music? I very much enjoy that at low volume nothing seems to be missing with voices being clear and detailed and instruments having nice weight. If you're on the fence and wondering if they're worth the price, I would say don't let Christmas go by without acquiring your own set.

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Brookline

Bought these when they went on sale, and haven't been disappointed. I've tested them against some B&W 706 S2s, which were an excellent speaker (and likely went a little lower in the bass), but at the on sale price of the LS 50 metas, they can't compete. I also wanted to try some KEF R3s since they were on sale, too, and I ordered them. But once they arrived, they were overwhelmingly large for where I'm putting them. The LS 50 Meta has the right tradeoff in size. I started out trying to power these with only my Marantz AVR, and they sounded lackluster down below and not a ton of detail. They sounded decent, thgouh. But once I upgraded the amp, first with a Marantz external 7025 power amp, and then finally with a NAD CS399, they really came to life. I don't even run a sub with them anymore in my smallish 10x12' room. The NAD C399 is probably a little overkill, but the C389 wasn't out yet. But I at least have some headroom with it when I move and get some floor standers eventually. Big props to Crutchfield customer support

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Nice speakers, not worth the hype

I've been running a pair of Klisch Heresy III for years, and was intrigued by all of the amazing reviews - clearly the LS50 Meta were THE speaker. So I bought a pair. Delivery was perfect, packing was brilliant, so it was very easy to package them for return. Which I did. First listen, I was dazzled by the LS, listening to Miles Davis, Steely Dan, well-recorded bebop jazz. Tight, precise - great! But when I tried old Brazilian Bossa Nova from the 60s that wasn't recorded so well - they seemed thin. They did not like imperfect recording. Then Springsteen - they didn't rock, seemed too tame next to the Heresys. They were pretty good speakers, for sure, and if you are on an all-jazz diet, maybe the One. They just made me appreciate my Heresy speakers more. Crutchfield was great about the return - no muss, no fuss.

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KEF LS50 Meta

Very very happy with the KEF LS50 Meta speakers. Many years of B&W speakers in my home. from 601 S3's, and up. Tried newest 6 series speakers and returned both pairs. Tweeter's , for my ears, were now overly bright. Midrange no longer magical as the early 601's are. (my son still has my hand me downs, and they still sound wonderful). The KEF's were great from the beginning. AND, I did decide that my Anthem MRX520, perhaps wasn't giving the KEF's enough 'umph'. So, added Emotiva BasX3 amp. And indeed the many reviews suggesting LS50's needed good power source, were correct. Now fully enjoying the detail, with musicality of KEF's. And now that KEF's prices are lower, if you've been hesitating, all I can say is, I am experiencing hours of musical delight. And I paid the original higher price. No regrets at all.

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Great speakers

Using them in my home office with an Outlaw Receiver 110 watts @ 8ohms. Sounding better as they get used. Listen to classical music. Full sound up down the frequency range. Great depth, clarity and detail. Treble is not tiring and the bass is not overly boomy. Great listening.

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Surprise, surprise!

On first play of these little guys I was shocked. Super clear and transparent. The soundstage is fantastic. Hi frequency distortion is virtually eliminated. I switched out my Wharfedale eve 4.4 floor standers with the Meta's and I prefer the Meta's by a wide margin. I'm driving them with a Rotel RA-1592MK2 integrated (200 wpc). One thing to note is these speakers definitely play better with some power. Most reviews recommend 100 or more wpc. I purchased the matching stands as well. With the speakers mounted it all looks great. As usual Crutchfield came through with great service and shipping.

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KEF LS50 Meta

One of the best reviewed bookshelf speakers. Lower limit is 80 hz; most people will want a sub.

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Great British speakers

These sound great and look great. The reviews don't lie. Paired with Cambridge cxa81 & cxn v2.

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Seeing into the Music

I love a 15x15 living room and these speakers fill it with music. I am replacing the Zu Audio Omen Mk II. The LS50 is so much more detailed, faster and image better. There seems to be more air (quieter) between the notes of various instruments and they project more into the room. There is just more information and detail in the music especially piano, horns, guitar and the nuances of vocals. They were a little bright overall at first but over several days that has improved and the tonal balance feels right now. I am a happy camper.

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KEF LS50 Meta

Grabbed a pair when these were on sale...having my eyes on these for awhile but haven't pulled the trigger until now. Phenomenal speakers, such a clarity and transparency. Really enjoy my music once again. Driven these currently with an consumer-grade integrated amp and feel that this doesn't do justice for them, will have to upgrade to a better amp. Bass punch is definitely lacking, have to augment with a powered-sub. Highly recommended for mids and highs!

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Great speakers!

These are great speakers able to show all the details in your music when paired to the right amplifier. In my experience, they live up to all the good reviews and internet hype. ...just don't expect a massive wall of sound - they are standmounts after all - but a great step on the audiophile path.

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Very nice indeed!

These were bought to compare/temporarily replace a venerable pair of Kef 104/2 speakers which are due a crossover rebuild (probably). The tweeters have already been replaced. I love the old Kefs and have owned them for 30 years (bought second hand in 1991) - but I am absolutely horrified - the LS50 meta seem to blow them out of the water. Much clearer, better imaging, particularly with classical music. So, for the moment, the old Kefs are relegated to speaker stands for the new Kefs. I have the parts for a crossover rebuild, but I feel it may be tough to beat the LS50 metas. I can't decide whether I am really pleased (about the new speakers) or really sad (about the old Kefs). Regardless, the LS50s are much easier to carry!

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KEF LS50 Meta

Easy to set up, sounded amazing right out of the box and have only gotten better as I played them in.

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Exceptional style and performance

An outstanding speaker in every way. The enclosure looks like it could be an egg for a Mini Cooper, and the build quality is superlative. The most important quality is what we buy speakers for: superb sound. Output is smooth and detailed from about 80 Hz up, and less power is needed to drive them than I expected. I use a pair mounted on a shelf below my TV set as center channel speakers, and nothing else that I have tried has had anything near the performance of these units. A shelf on stand is needed, since these are relatively heavy. Expensive, but recommended without reservation.

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Best I have ever owned

These are absolutely the most transparent speakers I have ever owned. Right out of the box their quality is evident not only in build but most importantly sound. I have had many systems over the years that stretch back to tube amps like H H Scott, Marantz and all the others of that era along with speaker systems like JBL, AR just to name a few. KEF has changed the "playing" ground with this technology. Just sorry I didn't find these before now

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KEF LS50 Meta

Great sound really enjoying these little wonders

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KEF LS50 Meta

Seem to work really great.

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KEF LS50 Meta

An absolute dream at this price. No other speaker comes close

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Good As The Hype

Enjoying the KEF LS50 Metas more than I had expected. I thought the hype was probably overblown. Happily performance is living up to the hype. The KEFs have a unique look that I like a lot. The enclosures are beautifully finished and very solid with no discernible resonance. Currently coupled to a Bluesound Powernode (2021 version) augmented by an old Polk MicroPRO 3000 crossed over at 60 Hz. Love the sound. Crisp and detailed but not harsh or bright. Imaging is just excellent. I have a couple of other systems for other purposes (e.g., AV, larger spaces, etc.), but for near field listening, the KEFs are my ¡favorite. I may replace the Polk sub (either KEF KC62 or SVS 3000 micro likely). May even change the streamer/amp at some point, but the LS50 Metas are here to stay.

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Excellent if you have the right expectations from a bookshelf speaker.

First, as someone had already mentioned, these speakers, like most speakers, need some break-in time and sound "boxed in" and don't come alive until about 300-500 hours of listening. Here is the breakdown of my audio system. 1)Digital Streamer: WiiM Streamer (connected to DAC using optical audio cable). 2)Computer: PC and Mac (connected to DAC using USB audio (midi) cable). 3)DAC: RME ADI2DACFS (Connected to amplifier using RCA cable) 4)Amplifier: Audiolab 6000a (connected to speakers using banana speaker cables). 5)Speakers: KEF LS50 meta Build quality and appearance: These speakers are built like a tank. You are not getting some flimsy speaker enclosed in a thin wooden box. I love the color of the royal blue with gold. These speakers are also heavier than anticipated. Sound: These are terrific bookshelf speakers with fundamental bookshelf limitations due to its size. If you want a speaker with large sound stage and bass, then you won't get it with KEF LS50 meta. There are many floorstanding speakers at a comparable price that can give you significantly larger scale sound with more realistic bass. The midrange is good but not as exceptional as the upper range. The upper range is truly exceptional and gives this speaker the reputation of "highly detailed" audiophile sound. I find listening to 24\44hz to be the best sound/distortion ratio in my system. This speaker definitely needs a subwoofer to improve its weakness in bass and s

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Love the sound...happy!

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Worth the $

Not an audiophile but I enjoy music so wanted to upgrade from a samsung bluetooth power speaker and am glad I did. The improvement in sound and listening pleasure is well worth the money. Was even more impressed when I improved the source to lossless files. Paired it with a cambridge audio CXA81 and for my ears am very happy

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Flawless at polite levels

Worthy of all the praise they have received. These are flawless for jazz, acoustic music, vocals, etc. I found they were not what I wanted for more demanding content such as a full symphony or just plain rocking out. They were not able to deliver volume levels beyond upper 80dB driven with 60w NAD amplification. Perhaps they might perform better with better electronics. I returned them but with some regret.

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Speakers great! Shipping condition not so much ...

Speakers and stands were delivered on time with the stands in original packaging. Speaker pairs nicely with my CXA81 and CXN v2 setup! The stands are a bit time consuming to assemble but are secure and very well made. The speakers arrived with the end of the original box cut off and the serial number sticker cut out - placed somewhat awkwardly inside another box with no packing to deter movement. They did not appear to be damaged - but concerning considering the cost. I called support who extended an open box discount - still disappointed as other products from Cambridge arrived in secure packaging. Still would have preferred what I ordered vs the small discount for an open box set.

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Like listening to your music for the first time.

Perhaps the best money I have ever spent. I am not a full-fledged audiophile, but I wanted to build a system that would take my listening experience to the next level. I did a TON of research and decided to take the leap and buy the LS50 Metas and pair them with a Cambridge CXA81 amp. I had heard the word "soundstage" tossed around a lot but didn't really understand what it meant until I fired up my new system for the first time. The sound is magical....I'm hearing detail I didn't know existed in my music and the spatial nature of the sound is amazing. I see reviews that recommend pairing with a subwoofer....in my case I find that the Metas have plenty of low end for my home office space (~15X15 ft).

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KEF LS50 Meta

Paird with a Marantz SR 5015, the two work great together. This is my first pair of high quality speakers and I'm beyond happy. The full range of sound is produced distinctly (I particularly had fun playing LL Cool Js "I Need Love" with the pitchy highs and the boom at the bottom). Classical, rock, R&B and whatever else - it has all sounded great. I don't have a surround system so when I play the TV through these 2 it does seem like I could use at least a sound bar to enhance the high to mid range on video content.

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KEF LS50 Meta

Excellent imaging and balanced sound! Considering a second pair for our living room.

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KEF LS50 Meta

Paired with an SVS 3000 Micro subwoofer, in my relatively small but acoustically treated listening room (it has corner bass traps and first reflection wall traps) the LS50 Metas make a first rate impression. These small stand mounted speakers disappear sonically and are excellent at spatial imaging of the recorded sources. Definitely the best recreation of recorded piano sound (for me an acid test of speaker quality) I've heard.

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Great Sound From A Small Package

Great sound from a small package for small to medium sized rooms. I looked at bigger more expensive options but am happy I choose the Kef LS50 Meta. The BlueSound POWERNODE 2021 drives it well and you have the option to add a subwoofer if you want 20Hz to 20kHz.

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KEF LS50 Meta

Easy on the eyes and luxuriously engaging for the ears. Incredible sound and detail for such a small package.

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A large step up

My previous speakers were $2000, Monitor Audio Silver 8's. Great sounding, floor standing, 3 way speakers. Well, the KEF LS50 Meta are a substantial sonic improvement. They have revealed previously unheard instruments buried in the mix, vocals sound more realistic and the sound stage has enlarged. I am now like a kid in a candy store, listening to songs I have heard hundreds of times and having them sound new. Okay, maybe not new, but greatly improved. As has been stated in other reviews if you have a large room or like to play music VERY loud then you will need a sub woofer to help the bottom end. I purchased the KEF KC62 sub woofer and they blend together seamlessly. I don't know how much one has to spend to get better sound then this but it has to be a lot.

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KEF fan

Excellent soundstage, imaging, detail, and smooth cohesive mid to lower bass.

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KEF LS50 Meta

Outstanding speakers . I had the original LS50's and while great they were a bit bright sometimes . Sold those and got the new metas . I originally had the metas in a bigger than average room and while good I wasn't impressed . I moved them to a normal living room and wow . These are great sounding speakers. If your looking for party music with thunderous bass don't get these. If you plan to crank up pantera , get some klipsch . If you plan to listen at moderate volumes and have decent amplification definitely consider these. Minus one star because they don't have a grill .

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bravissimo, great value

Owned the prior version of passive LS50 speakers in black. I was interested in trying the meta and secondarily preferred the white for aesthetics. I was nervous selling the previous ones for fear any improvement in the new model would be minuscule, but the step up in quality of the meta is immediately apparent. Surprises: - lived up to the hype in clarity of the mid and high frequency range - bass somehow much more present than prior LS50, and not at all muddled. I do still have a sub (SVS SB-3000), but if you don't need ground rumbling sub-80 Hz you could easily skip it Other thoughts: The meta is technically more massive by about 2 lbs, but they do not feel heavy at all. The aesthetics and build quality is very good; I personally appreciate the matte finish Also, if you want to secure the speakers to a stand for additional stability, there are threaded holes to bolt them in place. Crutchfield's open box option was a great deal for good-as-new option for these speakers.

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Optimal sound, form and function.

I am into beautiful design as well as quality sound. These speakers provide both. I have ordered the KEF subwoofer to complete the package.

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KEF LS50 Meta

A fine speaker, but not equal in resolution and scale to a Martin Logan electrostat--not even close. Good, then, for a small room. The speaker begins to distort below 100Hz, especially when the volume is raised to fill a larger room (see the test results from SoundStage and Stereophile, and listen carefully for yourself). Best used with a high-pass filter to remove lower bass. But, unfortunately, most subs have only low-pass filters. So a Parasound P 6 preamp, for example, which has high-quality bass management for both mains and sub, works perfectly. At lower volumes (easy-listening levels), the LS50/Meta is a champ. But a more robust speaker would give you undistorted bass at higher volumes. Of course, it would also cost a whole lot more. (The best sound I ever got from the LS50 was with a PrimaLuna amp. But tubes present an unavoidable distortion level.) Buy from Crutchfield with confidence, though.

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Great "Bookshelf" Speaker

I live out in the stick and finding places to demo speakers isn't easy. Thanks to Crutchfield's return policy I was able to give these a trial in my own environment. I had them setup using a Denon receiver and an SVS sub with the crossover point set to 80hz. These speakers are amazing. The staging and separation are really good. If you close your eyes, you would not know that you are listening to such a small speaker. The only real criticism is that they are a bit bright (KEF is well known for this). I listened to them with a sub, so I can't really comment on their low-end, but with a sub the sound was really full and crisp across the dynamic range. I also had a pair of Q750's that I was comparing them against. In the end, I went with the Q750's because the Q750's were just a little bit warmer and had a slightly fuller sound. The Q750's are also bright, but the LS50 Metas are a bit in-your-face bright and the Q750's are a tad more subdued. It was still a very difficult decision because the LS50 Metas are very pleasing to look at. They are beautifully designed and would improve most people's décor. The looks alone made it a very difficult decision. I hate to call them bookshelf speakers because of how amazing they sound, and you would do them a disservice if you put them in a bookshelf. Put them on a stand and let them breathe. If you are looking for a smaller speaker, you definitely want to give these a listen to.

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Simply Fantastic

I'm using these KEF speakers as part of my computer workstation as desktop speakers. Running a USB Type B cable from my Mac into an NAD 3045 amplifier (60watts per channel output). Also using Apple Music's lossless (ALAC 24bit 192khz) output through SoundSource for Mac so that I can apply my preferred EQ settings. I wanted a wired connection to my Mac as I got super frustrated with streaming over Airplay2 to an Apple HomePod or other bluetooth solutions. There is too much delay or just dropped connections and having to reconnect etc. I also do some video editing and a wired connection or wired headphones is a must. I love that with the NAD amp sitting vertically I can just reach over and adjust the volume with the dial old school way. The only time I can listen to music is while working so this is the ultimate setup for me. I also ordered the KC62 subwoofer which is backordered. The speakers -- absolutely amazing! Best I've ever heard. These replaced Paradigm Millenia CT's which were awesome but these are even better. I can't see any human on earth being disappointed with the KEF's. So worth the price. They also look incredible with the black and copper color scheme. I absolutely could not be happier with this purchase. Buy them now!

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KEF LS50 Meta

Sounds great and looks even better. These speakers are exceptional at low level and near field listening. I really enjoy leaving my sub off and just listening to the Metas by themselves. For larger rooms sufficient power and a sub may be desirable given the size of the 5-inch main driver.

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KEF LS50 Meta

These speakers are great. Sound is very clear and real. Built is excellent. I am thinking of buying the KEF subwoofer but it is not urgent. These speakers have good bass. These will be my main speakers for years to come.

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KEF LS50 Meta

I had the original LS50 and loved it, so when the Meta came out I didn't immediately feel any need to change. But reviews suggested that the Meta improved slightly on the old model in terms of fine detail and transparency, which were the only areas where I felt the original was not state of the art for its size. I also thought that the minor cosmetic changes were quite welcome, making the Meta an outstanding piece of industrial design (even though from the front they are essentially identical to the original). My expectations were fully met when the Metas arrived-they seem to offer a bit more detail without losing anything of the original's balanced, focused sound. I use them as desktop speakers and the Uni-Q driver means that the sound is coherent at all distances. The imaging and soundstaging are exceptional. Finally, since I'm sitting so close to the speakers their appearance is especially important, and the blue cabinet and champagne-colored driver make a lovely combination. I've had many speakers in the house, ranging from Quad ESL-63s to Wilson Benesch Arcs to KEF Reference 203/2s. Among this group, the LS50s and LS50 Metas are among the least expensive, but I think the new Metas will be my long-term speaker.

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Transcending

These are the best speakers at this price point ever!

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Love these!

Got these to replace the KEF LS50 wireless because of continued problems with the electronics. The LS50W speakers have fabulous sound and I loved the idea of having powered speakers for my desk, both to save room from not have a separate integrated amp, and to have the amp tuned to the speakers. But one of the LS50W speakers would shut off after a few minutes, and so I decided to get these instead along with Cambridge CXA81 integrated amp. The Metas do very well with the Cambridge, and are MUCH more crisp than the wireless, but they do miss a bit on the bottom end. While the wireless ones had decent sound in the lower frequencies, the Metas are really lacking there. But I bought a Jamo S 808 Subwoofer (made by Klipsch) and the results have been amazing. This set up sounds better than my Anthem Amps with Polk columns in my living room.

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Big sound small footprint

Surprising sound for a small speaker.

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Perfect for Me

The hype is deserved for these speakers. Words like smooth, real, detailed, full, rich and powerful come to mind. The look may not be for everyone, but I sure think they look great in my room. I've been chasing great bookshelf speakers for a year or so and I feel like I can finally take a breath. Also, I got these for a discount through "Scratch and Dent." I was unsure at first, but Crutchfield does have the great return policy if you aren't satisfied. My concerns were unfounded as they showed up in great shape and I couldn't even tell where the S&D was. Great program!

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Needs a bit of time to open up

I purchased these based on all the stellar reviews of the original and the purported upgrade of the Meta technology. At first, i thought hmmm, they sound ok but not what i had expected from the hype. I am driving them with a NAD C368 in a 2.1 configuration. After about 100 hours, they have opened up to sound amazing. Great sound stage from the uniQ architecture coupled with a nice neutral sound across the frequency spectrum. I play a variety of genres and they all sound lively, quick and strong, even on the low end. I also do not sense the brightness that others have mentioned. I have these in an office environment and smile every time i play them, which also encourages me shorten my zoom calls!

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Impressive and super fun.

Shouldn't be a surprise from the many review sources, but these speakers are really amazing. Super dynamic and responsive. Really wide and deep soundstage, and more forgiving with distances from the wall than I expected. Also very easy to drive with my 60 wpc Cambridge Audio CXA61. Using them to replace my other formidable speakers Elac Adantes which are great but much more difficult to drive and sensitive to placement. And great service from Crutchfield as usual.

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Wow

Amazing sound and build quality

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My audio journey has begun.

I invested in these to go with my Rogue Audio Sphinx V3. This is my first attempt at a true setup in what I hope will be a lifelong hobby. With that said, Im no expert, but there is something magical happening in my room every time I give them a listen. They disappear completely with a crystal clear clarity, the bass is fuller than I expected, and the sound stage is smooth and beautiful. I can't stop exploring music. I love them and hope you will to.

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KEF LS50 Meta

Great speakers. Easy to set up and sound great!

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Lives up to hype

Amazing speakers. Own more expensive speakers but none sound, better especially if you add a sub....

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Excellent speaker

So far I'm impressed with these speakers. Along with the matching sub, they seem to be terrific. They are replacing a lovely set of Soliloquy 6.2 towers that I've used and loved for many years, but this KEF set-up is a clear, if small improvement. Highly recommended.

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Speaker of the year 2020 -2021

Holographic sound, best speaker I've heard @ this price point @ any price ... outstanding value for the money. Easily stands toe to toe with any bookshelf speaker costing 10 times or more, of what KEF charges for these speakers. Pair with McIntosh, Technics, Parasound or Hegel amplifier etc. Note: I do run a JL subwoofer to help the lower end.

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Amazing sound from such a small footprint.

I wouldn't consider myself an audiofile but I did start off my career as an assistant engineer in some great recording studios and have kept up dabbling in recording for fun so I think I have some experience with high end audio reproduction. For me I love a speaker that has great imaging and punchy dynamics and the Metas deliver on both counts. The sound is very dimensional and center panned sources seems to float in front of you while other content wraps around you. The definition is great on these little guys too. You will hear things you've never heard before that were hidden by lesser speakers. The Metas have impressive low end as well but they really shine with the addition of a sub.

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Love these speakers!!

Love these new speakers. Paired them with the Parasound HINT6 and the KEF KUBE10 and the sound is sublime. I highly recommend these bookshelves if you are looking for a solid pair of speakers.

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KEF LS50 Meta

Exceptional sound. Very directional so it has a sweet spot but could not be happier. It was an outlet model but I can't find any issues / blemishes.

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KEF LS50 Meta

Super quick delivery, excellent product.

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Kef LS50 meta

Previous speakers were Mirage M5si which I love. They are old but sound very full and detailed. The LS 50 meta betters than by a surprising margin. The soundstage and detail are surprising. Huge sweet spot and separation of instruments. Couldn't be happier.

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KEF LS50 Meta

beautiful sounding and beautiful looking speaker. particularly strong in filling a room despite smaller size and in midranges.

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Teleport yourself to a new sonic landscape with the KEF LS50 Meta

Seeking the best possible audio quality, I explored the Kef Q Series and the B&W 600 Anniversary Series. Space in my living room was an issue, so bookshelf speakers were necessary. I spent serious time reading the reviews of the aforementioned speakers. I was aware of the KEF LS50 Meta. Despite the world-wide, life-changing reviews of the LS50 Meta's, I felt they were beyond my budget for this project. I purchased the KEF Q150's & the KEF Q350's and sent them back. They didn't move me sonically. Same goes for the B&W 606 Anniversary speakers. I then found the intestinal fortitude to purchase the LS50 Meta's. I'm glad I did and I am beyond amazed by what I'm hearing AND feeling. Set up on either side of a fireplace, these LS50's offer an amazing sound stage. True 3D sound with staggering clarity and tonal definition. Powered by a Cambridge AXR 100 with streaming through a Cambridge CXN (V2), I have found my perfect audio set up. Using Amazon Music HD, I first played "Deutschland" by Rammstein. The wall of guitars arrived and my jaw dropped. I then streamed in HD various songs from CSN and Joni Mitchell. I'm hearing new parts to songs I've been listening to for 40 years. It's astonishing. Maria Callas in Hi-Res has been the greatest reward thus far. These speaker should be considered an investment. Bite the bullet and buy them. Try them out. Tune your room with them. Sit back and be amazed.

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KEF LS50 Meta

Balanced, bright, and transparent. Especially gratifying for operatic vocal and vocals of any type. I was surprised at the amount of punch in the base. Sub not needed. Lastly A BARGIN at $1500 a pair. Much more than I imagined posible at this price point.

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KEF LS50 Meta

Amazing little speakers. Purchased as a replacement for the Klipsch RP600M. The KEF's have clarity and detail I have not previously heard. For their size the bass is there, however augmenting with a subwoofer is an improvement. I find myself just wanting to listen to one more record every time I sit down for a session. I feel it would be hard to imagine needing something else.

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Happy customer!

The clarity and the rich tonal quality of its sound is what won me over.

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Excellent Speakers

Transparent, lush and powerful.

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