{"product_id":"kef-reference-2-meta-center-channel-speaker-in-high-gloss-black-grey","title":"KEF Reference 2 Meta Center Channel Speaker in High-Gloss Black\/Grey","description":"\u003c!-- ======================================================\n     KEF Reference 2 Meta Center Channel Speaker in High-Gloss Black\/Grey — AL (bh-*) HTML\n     Two-Column Layout (Overview left \/ Specifications right)\n     Long-tail keyword used 5×: “KEF Reference 2 Meta Center Channel Speaker in High-Gloss Black\/Grey”\n     ====================================================== --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .bh-wrap{max-width:1100px;margin:0 auto;padding:1rem 1.25rem;line-height:1.6}\n  .bh-title{font-size:3rem;margin:.25rem 0 1rem}\n  .bh-sub{font-style:italic;margin:0 0 1.25rem}\n  .bh-grid{display:grid;gap:1.25rem}\n  @media(min-width:900px){.bh-grid{grid-template-columns:1.3fr .7fr;align-items:start}}\n  .bh-section{margin:2rem 0}\n  .bh-section h2{margin-top:0}\n  .bh-bullets{list-style:disc;padding-left:1.25rem;margin:.5rem 0 0}\n  .bh-specs{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse}\n  .bh-specs th,.bh-specs td{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding:.65rem;vertical-align:top}\n  .bh-specs th{width:42%;background:#f8fafc;text-align:left}\n  .bh-badge{display:inline-block;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:999px;padding:.2rem .6rem;margin:.15rem .3rem 0 0;font-size:.85rem}\n  .bh-badges{margin-top:.5rem}\n  .bh-faq details{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:.5rem;padding:.75rem 1rem;margin:.5rem 0;background:#fafafa}\n  .bh-faq summary{font-weight:600;cursor:pointer}\n  .bh-note{font-size:0.95rem;opacity:.9}\n  .bh-condition{display:inline-block;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:999px;padding:.3rem .75rem;margin:.5rem 0 0;font-size:.85rem}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-wrap\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"bh-title\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eKEF Reference 2 Meta Center Channel Speaker in High-Gloss Black\/Grey\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-sub\"\u003eHigh-performance Reference series three-way center channel loudspeaker • 12th Gen Uni-Q® driver with Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT™) • dual 6.5\" aluminum bass woofers • High-Gloss Piano Black cabinet with sleek Grey Uni-Q array\u003c\/p\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eKEF Reference 2 Meta Center Channel Speaker in High-Gloss Black\/Grey\u003c\/strong\u003e brings pristine vocal clarity, immense soundstage width, and point-source precision to high-performance multi-channel home cinema systems. Built around KEF’s 12th-generation Uni-Q® driver array featuring Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT™) flanked by two dedicated 6.5-inch aluminum bass woofers, this compact Reference center channel monitor provides flawless dialogue intelligibility and seamless front-stage integration. Finished in a mirror-like High-Gloss Piano Black cabinet with a sleek Grey Uni-Q driver array, the \u003cstrong\u003eKEF Reference 2 Meta Center Channel Speaker in High-Gloss Black\/Grey\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers lab-tested acoustic neutrality and dynamic impact for rooms where space is at a premium.\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"features-and-tech\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Innovations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandbuilt British Reference Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e — the \u003cstrong\u003eKEF Reference 2 Meta Center Channel Speaker in High-Gloss Black\/Grey\u003c\/strong\u003e is hand-assembled in Maidstone, UK, with individually lab-matched drivers for exact acoustic synergy with Reference standmount and floorstanding models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT™)\u003c\/strong\u003e — revolutionary maze-like absorption structure absorbs 99% of unwanted rearward tweeter distortion for transparent, crystal-clear dialogue and high frequencies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint-Source Uni-Q® Driver Array\u003c\/strong\u003e — 12th-generation Uni-Q driver places the tweeter at the exact acoustic center of the midrange cone, ensuring consistent off-axis dispersion across all seating positions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual 6.5-Inch Bass Drivers\u003c\/strong\u003e — two high-excursion aluminum bass woofers with massive vented magnet assemblies deliver articulate low-frequency dynamics down to 40Hz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstrained Layer Damped Enclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e — heavily braced composite cabinet with fine-tunable flexible port tubes eliminates internal standing waves and mechanical flex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"faq\" class=\"bh-section bh-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ — Reference 2 Meta\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the Reference 2 Meta center channel speaker voice-matched to other KEF Reference speakers?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the \u003cstrong\u003eKEF Reference 2 Meta Center Channel Speaker in High-Gloss Black\/Grey\u003c\/strong\u003e utilizes the exact same MAT™ Uni-Q drivers and crossover philosophy as the Reference 1 Meta, 3 Meta, and 5 Meta floorstanding speakers, ensuring seamless acoustic voice-matching across the front soundstage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow does the Reference 2 Meta differ from the larger Reference 4 Meta?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile sharing identical Uni-Q MAT™ technology and driver quality, the Reference 2 Meta uses dual 6.5-inch bass drivers in a more compact cabinet footprint, making it ideal for medium-sized listening rooms or space-constrained media consoles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this center speaker sold individually or as a pair?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product listing is for a single KEF Reference 2 Meta center channel loudspeaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat amplification power is recommended for the Reference 2 Meta?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an 86dB sensitivity rating and a 4 Ohm nominal impedance (3.2 Ohm minimum), this Reference center channel performs best when driven by high-current power amplifiers or integrated receivers rated between 50 and 300 watts RMS per channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"why-buy\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Us\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthorized KEF Reference dealer offering 100% factory-authentic loudspeakers with full manufacturer warranty protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom high-end home theater specialists available to assist with room acoustics, amplifier matching, and surround system setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated post-purchase technical support for center stage positioning, port tuning, and acoustic calibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast, secure white-glove crate shipping with specialized protective packaging on every unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"related\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated \u0026amp; System Matches\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKEF Reference 1 Meta \/ Reference 3 Meta Loudspeakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKEF KC92 \/ Reference Subwoofers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-current multichannel power amplifiers and audiophile speaker interconnect cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- RIGHT COLUMN --\u003e\n\u003caside\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"specs\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReference 2 Meta Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"bh-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree-Way Bass Reflex Center Channel Loudspeaker (Sold Individually)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUni-Q Driver Array\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHF: 1\" (25mm) Aluminum Dome with MAT™, MF: 5\" (125mm) Aluminum Cone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBass Drivers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x 6.5\" (165mm) Aluminum Cones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCrossover Frequencies\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e450 Hz, 2.1 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrequency Range (-6dB)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort Port: 46Hz – 45kHz \/ Long Port: 40Hz – 45kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrequency Response (±3dB)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55Hz – 35kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLow Frequency Extension (-6dB)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSensitivity (2.83V\/1m)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e86 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHarmonic Distortion (2nd \u0026amp; 3rd)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;0.5% 40Hz – 100kHz, \u0026lt;0.2% 200Hz – 20kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum Output (SPL)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e113 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAmplifier Power Requirements\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50W – 300W RMS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNominal \/ Min Impedance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 Ohms \/ 3.2 Ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-Gloss Piano Black with Grey Uni-Q Driver Array\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions (H x W x D)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.1\" x 24.8\" x 13.3\" (20.5 cm x 63.0 cm x 33.7 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50.3 lbs (22.8 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-note\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"whats-in-the-box\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKEF Reference 2 Meta Center Channel Speaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber acoustic isolation feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible port tuning tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite handling gloves \u0026amp; cleaning cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser manual \u0026amp; warranty documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- No purchase\/CTA section --\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta itemprop=\"brand\" content=\"KEF\"\u003e \u003cmeta itemprop=\"category\" content=\"Center Channel Speakers, High-End Audio, Reference Loudspeakers\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"KEF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67842993357166,"sku":"KEFREF2HGBGRY","price":5999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/1537\/4703\/files\/kef-reference-2-meta-center-channel-speaker-in-high-gloss-black-grey.webp?v=1792681965","url":"https:\/\/audiolab.com\/products\/kef-reference-2-meta-center-channel-speaker-in-high-gloss-black-grey","provider":"Audiolab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}