KEF Reference 5 Meta Floorstanding Speaker in High-Gloss Black/Grey (Pair)
Flagship Reference series floorstanding loudspeaker • 12th Gen Uni-Q® driver with Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT™) • 4x 6.5" aluminum bass drivers • precision-laminated acoustic enclosure • High-Gloss Piano Black cabinet with sleek Grey Uni-Q array
The KEF Reference 5 Meta Floorstanding Speaker in High-Gloss Black/Grey (Pair) anchors the top tier of British loudspeaker design, combining bench-tested acoustic precision, massive dynamic power, and luxurious craftsmanship. Featuring a 12th-generation Uni-Q® driver array equipped with Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT™) flanked symmetrically by four 6.5-inch aluminum bass drivers, these flagship floorstanders achieve pinpoint spatial resolution and explosive bass extension. Finished in a mirror-like High-Gloss Piano Black cabinet with a sophisticated Grey Uni-Q driver array, the KEF Reference 5 Meta Floorstanding Speaker in High-Gloss Black/Grey (Pair) delivers reference-grade micro-detail, razor-sharp soundstage focus, and uncompromised musical realism.
Key Features & Innovations
Handmade British Reference Benchmark — the KEF Reference 5 Meta Floorstanding Speaker in High-Gloss Black/Grey (Pair) is hand-built in Maidstone, UK, with individually matched driver pairs for maximum acoustic consistency.
Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT™) — revolutionary maze-like absorption structure absorbs 99% of unwanted rearward tweeter distortion for transparent, effortless high frequencies.
12th Generation Uni-Q® Point-Source Array — acts as a single acoustic point source to project seamless midrange and treble integration across an exceptionally wide listening window.
Quad 6.5-Inch Low-Frequency Aluminum Drivers — four high-excursion aluminum bass woofers with giant vented magnet assemblies deliver distortion-free, subterranean low end down to 25Hz.
Constrained Layer Damped Enclosure — massive, heavily braced cabinet with adjustable flexible port tubes optimizes low-frequency tuning to match room acoustics.
FAQ — Reference 5 Meta
Are these flagship floorstanding speakers sold as a pair or individually?
This product listing is for a complete KEF Reference 5 Meta Floorstanding Speaker in High-Gloss Black/Grey (Pair) containing two matched reference floorstanding loudspeakers.
What are the flexible port tubes included with the speakers?
The Reference 5 Meta includes interchangeable long and short port bungs/tubes that allow you to fine-tune the low-frequency roll-off characteristics to suit your room size and proximity to boundary walls.
What is the difference between Reference 3 Meta and Reference 5 Meta?
The Reference 5 Meta utilizes four 6.5-inch bass drivers in a taller cabinet enclosure compared to the two 6.5-inch bass drivers on the Reference 3 Meta, offering increased acoustic output, deeper low-frequency extension, and greater dynamic headroom in larger listening spaces.
What amplification power is recommended for the Reference 5 Meta?
With an 88dB sensitivity rating and a 4 Ohm nominal impedance (3.2 Ohm minimum), these speakers perform best when driven by high-current stereo power amplifiers or monoblocks rated between 50 and 500 watts RMS per channel.
Why Buy From Us
Authorized KEF Reference dealer offering 100% factory-authentic loudspeakers with full manufacturer warranty protection
Custom high-end audio specialists available to assist with room acoustics, amplifier matching, and system setup
Dedicated post-purchase technical support for stereo positioning, port tuning, and acoustic calibration
Fast, secure white-glove crate shipping with specialized protective packaging on every pair
Related & System Matches
Reference stereo power amplifiers and high-current monoblocks
KEF Reference 4 Meta center channel speaker and Reference Subwoofers
Audiophile-grade bi-wire speaker interconnect cables and high-end power conditioners
