For sale kef reference model fourtwo floor standing. Reference series models one, two, three, four united states kef. In the reference 1 and 2c, kef has constructed a speaker that spares no expense from both a technology and construction perspective. R series offers a choice of three floorstanding speakers, a stand mount for more compact spaces and accompanying matching theatre models. For sale kef reference model four two floor standing speakers in rosewood. Immaculate sound, extremely clear treble and midrange, huge bass and a very smooth transition between all three. Discussion in hifi stereo speakers started by derekn, apr 4, 2016. I was lucky enough to hear the kef reference 3 at a cable comparison event at oxford audio last year.
One caveat they are hard to drive so i would strongly suggest 200w into them. Kef reference model two tower speakers for sale us audio. Towards the end of the 90s first numbered models within the range one, two, three and four, emerged. The perfect reproduction of recorded sound is what kefs legendary reference series has always stood for. And unlike its smaller sibling, the twoway r100, the r300 is a threeway bookshelf, which is not the most common of layouts for a standmounted speaker. The single uniq driver for upper midrange and high. The 105 featured separate enclosures for the bass and midtreble. Kef reference 1 bookshelf speakers life style store. Kef on the leading edge since 1961 a brief history. Mounted on shelves or stands, uniqs inherently wide, even dispersion also makes it the perfect rear channel speaker in a home theatre system that effortlessly reveals all. I guess for me this is a bit of a backwards step, being used to d800 powered kef blades at home.
It is interesting to note that the smallest speaker in kefs reference series, the 2012, is also a threeway standmounted model. Have been very reluctant to let them go as the performance and build quality is way up there with top offerings however with the. However good the ls35a sounds in the real world, one needs a full range speaker to get the full scale effect impact of the music and that too at realistic listening levels, this is where the kef reference two come in and do the job admirably. Youll find them in recording studios and homes where only the very best will do.
I just had these taking in to get the two internal 6. Discussion in archived classifieds started by dogbait, feb 7, 2015. The radical model 105 system, released in 1977, embodied this new philosophy and was one of the most highly regarded loudspeakers of its time. The model one is a three way loudspeaker with three drive units, two of which are combined in a single 160mm 6 1 2 uniq chassis. Buy kef ref1sw reference 1 bookshelf loudspeaker satin walnut pair. The 3 s will need more room than the model 1 as they go quite a bit deeper twin 8 bass drivers with cancelling rod and can get a little boomy if placed up close to rear walls the 3. The model one is a threeway loudspeaker with three drive units, two of which are combined in a single 160mm 6 12 uniq chassis. One speaker does have two minor marks on the veneer and some flakes of paint have come off the plinth with time as pictured. Excellent bass response, spacious mids and sweet treble. They were being powered by a devialet 800 with an aurender streamer. By using the topspec version of the uniq coincident or coaxial drive unit, the 2012 manages to make the speaker seem less large than many threeways, presenting two 165mm cones to the listener. Payment cash on pickup location doncaster, melbourne item. This website is not affiliated with or sponsored by kef.
Talking of bass, if the user finds the sweet spot in the room, the speakers will reward him with extra low frequency extension down to 32 hz. Kef is one of the finest purveyors of british hifi, with an illustrious heritage that stretches back more than 50 years. Kefs reference series is a stalwart and a fixture in our audio business. The reference 1 pairs kef s latest 5 inch mfhf uniq driver array with the sensational new 6. Great set of speakers, but i have decided to downsize.
In talking to the folks at kef, one particular sweet spot for 5. Of the kef reference units, crossover, twin 250mrn bass units, two midrange drivers and themnique uni qmidrange treble true state of 10 almost certainly. The third driver is an internal 160mm 6 1 2 pulpcone bass unit mounted in an interported. Kef reference series and blade two floorstanding speaker. The new line has the upgraded uniq driver and the upgraded 6.
A lot of this comes down to two of the sharpest tools in the loudspeaker box mark dodd head of group research for kefs parent company gp acoustics and jack ocleebrown head of acoustics at kef. The baby of the range, the 2012 is a threeway standmount. The activated kef is not only a new affordable reference for this commentator but also, so im told, for mr. For sale kef reference model fourtwo floor standing speakers in rosewood. The r1053s were the first reference speakers kef used uniq drivers, and the r 1,2,3,4s look like next generation with modest improvements across the board. There has been a reference model in the range since the model 104 of 1973. In truth, i have to be on my toes when discussing the technology behind the reference, because kef is not a company that leaves anything hidden. A bestseller since 1991, the kef q series is a speaker line that, while not quite entrylevel cheap, serves as a stepping stone to hifi goodness without paying hifi surcharges. Kef reference series model four loudspeaker page 3 solo instruments and voices were surprisingly palpable now, helped by a tighter quality in the mid and upperbass. They could dispense with the lowly c series that no one seems to buy, shift the q and r down a touch in price and come up with something like those, perhaps without a. To purchase reference model two spares or accessories, please contact the company via their website or visit an authorised.
Models one, two, three and four a structured range of products with the traditional kef values of high acoustic performance, technical innovation and stylish looks. Models one, two, three and four a structured range of products with the traditional kef values of. I started with my q55s and went through the ranks until i finally had the money to purchase one of the. The last two photos on page 2 are not of the reference 5. Replaced the final image with one more appropriate.
With five models two elegant threeway floorstanders, a formidable threeway bookshelf speaker, two threeway centre channels and an awesome. Kef reference series model four loudspeaker page 3. Speakers are in mint condition with original boxes and manual. Im currently running a pair of model ones through my xtz amp, love the sound and am contemplating an upgrade. Anyone using kef reference model 3s sign in to follow this. Kef reference 5 floor standing speakers life style store. Rather than functioning as revisions of their predecessors, these were designed to work both autonomously and harmoniously as a multichannel system, and as an almost entirely new entity. Kef reference 1 standmount loudspeaker the absolute sound. Its had a few ups and downs in that time, but hasnt lost its talent for engineering classy, superbsounding speakers.
One grill miss the kef bad and has small cloth pull. Reference series 19 pages speakers kef ci380qt installation manual. This is a massive speaker not by american standards. Each one offers the finest sound kef has ever delivered in its category whatever the dimensions of the room or system configuration. The systems have speakers and subwoofers in the set. You have to pay many times more to get something better.
Its founder, raymond cooke, was created obe by elizabeth ii in 1979. Ci series custom installation speakers 12 pages related products for kef model one. We are recognised in the history of loudspeaker development as one of the most important contributors and a great deal of our research has been published at well respected professional institutions, including the audio engineering society and the institute of acoustics. Anyone using kef reference model 3s 2 channel hifi wigwam.
On the fairfield fours standing in the safety zone warner bros. In our books that makes them rather significant in their own right. Kef is a british loudspeaker manufacturer with international distribution. With a vented magnet assembly and large aluminium wire voice coil driving an alloy cone, the dynamics and power handling of the low end are superb. After 40 years of continuous development, the reference has earned its name as the yardstick of highend acoustic engineering. So even if you dont give a hoot about the technical wizardry that went into its design, thats fine the sound of music will be more than enough. The kef reference 3 provides clean and articulate bass with its two 6. The reference 2012 shows just how good the companys realworld highend sound can be. These have been used on and off in my main system for a few years now. Five drive units in a fourway configuration are employed in the model three. They sound great in mid to big room and require a lot of power to reach full potential, at least 150 watts.
The configuration options for the kef home speakers and subwoofers include singlespeaker, singlesubwoofer, and systems. Kef home speakers and subwoofers for sale in stock ebay. We revisit the first kef reference standmounter to use the companys. Some loudspeaker companies are happy to borrow the production. I dont have any first hand experience with the reference 1 but if you look at the nrc measurements of the two speakers you can see that the reference measurements are by far superior to ls50, look for instance the fr and the thd.
Putting up my kef reference model two tower speakers. Kef reference model three floor speakers model 3 for sale online. Twoway, three drive unit loudspeakers 2 pages speakers kef reference 2012 owners manual. At kef weve been making loudspeakers for over thirty years.
In 1977 kef introduced its reference model 105, the result of one of the most advanced loudspeaker development projects undertaken up until that time. The kef reference series is an exceptionally nice speaker, from one of the most respected brands in speaker manufacturing. With five models two elegant threeway floorstanders, a formidable threeway bookshelf speaker, two threeway centre channels and an awesome watt sub. The sets may have two or more speakers and a subwoofer for setting up a. Now with our latest range of reference loudspeakers we think weve built the ultimate.
Absolutely beautiful sounding and uk built kef reference model 3 in black ash. With a vented magnet assembly and large aluminium wire voice coil. Kef reference series model 102 two way book shelf speakers. We know youre just as passionate about your music as we are, so weve curated some very special playlists on tidal and spotify in genres from jazz to pop, and everything in between. Hi all just wondering if anyone is running with a pair of kef reference model threes and what are your thoughts. Kefs passion for perfection embodied in a tall threeway floorstander that aligns four powerful, extremely linear 165mm 6. One from the threeway, three driver design with computer matched crossover to the. Reference 1 pairs kefs latest 125mm 5 inch mfhf uniq driver array with the sensational new 165mm 6.
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