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R8 Meta Black Gloss
R8 Meta Black Gloss
R8 Meta Black Gloss
R8 Meta Black Gloss
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R8 Meta Black Gloss

Model SP4059BA · Series R Series

The R8 Meta can serve as a surround or rear speaker with the integrated wall mount feature, or be placed upon another speaker for Dolby Atmos height to bounce sound off the ceiling, bringing Dolby Atmos to the room with no need for custom installation. It has a 12th generation Uni-Q® array with MAT™ to steer the sound for genuine 3D results.

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At a glance

All specifications
Sensitivity
85 dB (2.83 V / 1 m)
Nominal impedance
4 ohms
Frequency response
88 Hz to 19.5 kHz
Dimensions (W × H × D)
175 × 174 × 259 mm
Driver size
25 mm
DESIGN
Two-way closed box
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Overview

Dolby Atmos surround speakers

The R8 Meta can serve as a surround or rear speaker with the integrated wall mount feature, or be placed upon another speaker for Dolby Atmos height to bounce sound off the ceiling, bringing Dolby Atmos to the room with no need for custom installation. It has a 12th generation Uni-Q® array with MAT™ to steer the sound for genuine 3D results.

EXPLORE THE R SERIES

In the box

  • 1 pair of R8 Meta loudspeakers
  • 1 pair of grilles
  • Rubber feet
  • User manual and warranty information

Features

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  • An icon born from The Reference

    A suite of class-leading technological innovations drawn from The Reference for exceptional acoustic performance.

  • Metamaterial Absorption Technology

    Absorbs 99% of unwanted sound for pure and natural sound.

  • 12th generation Uni-Q®

    Acts as a single point source to enlarge the 'sweet spot' and disperse sound more evenly.

  • Listen your way

    A versatile solution that can be wall-mounted as a surround or rear speaker, or placed on another speaker to bounce sound off the ceiling.

  • Dolby Atmos. Effortlessly.

    Enjoy Dolby Atmos at home without the need for custom installation.

Specifications

Sensitivity
85 dB (2.83 V / 1 m)
How loud it plays for a given signal. Higher sensitivity needs less amplifier power.
Nominal impedance
4 ohms
The electrical load your amplifier drives. System Builder checks it against the amplifier you pick.
Frequency response
88 Hz to 19.5 kHz
The range of pitches it reproduces, from deep bass to the top of the treble.
Dimensions (W × H × D)
175 × 174 × 259 mm
Width, height and depth, without cables.
Driver size
25 mm
Model code
KEF-R8-META-BLACK-GLOSS
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Specifications

DESIGN
Two-way closed box
DRIVE UNITS
Uni-Q Driver Array: HF: 25 mm (1 in.) vented aluminium dome with MAT MF/ LF: 130 mm (5.25 in.) aluminium cone
CROSSOVER FREQUENCY
2.6 kHz
FREQUENCY RANGE (-6dB)
88 Hz - 19.5 kHz
TYPICAL IN-ROOM BASS RESPONSE (-6dB)
-
FREQUENCY RESPONSE (±3dB)
97 Hz - 17.5 kHz
HARMONIC DISTORTION (90dB, 1m)
<1% 220 Hz and above <0.5% 320 Hz - 20 kHz
MAXIMUM OUTPUT
106 dB
AMPLIFIER REQUIREMENTS
25 - 150W
NOMINAL IMPEDANCE
4 Ω (min. 3.2 Ω)
SENSITIVITY (2.83V/1m)
85 dB
WEIGHT *
4.5 kg (9.9 lbs.)
DIMENSION (H x W x D) WITH TERMINAL *
174 x 175 x 259 mm (6.9 x 6.9 x 10.2 in.)
FINISHES
Black Gloss / White Gloss / Walnut

Downloads

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Films

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  • KEF R8 Meta

Awards and press

2
  • EISA LOUDSPEAKER SERIES 2023 - 2024​

    “Whether used for music or movies, across the speakers there’s a dynamic, detailed and thrillingly natural sound combining controlled, extended lows with open, wide-reaching highs.” – Aug 2023​

    EISA LOUDSPEAKER SERIES 2023 - 2024​
  • HOME CINEMA CHOICE, BEST BUY

    "KEF's Meta rollout reaches its R Series, and the results are impeccable. This 5.1.2 array provides serious (and seriously fun) home cinema sonics from some gorgeous cabinets." - Home Cinema Choice, Summer 2023

    HOME CINEMA CHOICE, BEST BUY

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