KEF's new Dolby Atmos speakers feature 'acoustic black hole' for better sound

KEF's new Dolby Atmos speakers feature 'acoustic black hole' for better sound

KEF has updated its range of high-performance R-series loudspeakers with a new set of devices for XNUMX. The range offers audio technology upgrades to deliver superior stereo or home theater sound, whether you want a new set of speakers to fit on a shelf or stand on the floor.

KEF is known for making premium audio products that deliver premium sound, like the KEF LS50 Wireless II Stereo Speakers. KEF claims that the 7 speakers in the R Series range are "engineered for superior performance with more detail, deeper insight and greater emotion."

That's thanks to a host of tech upgrades, including a refined tweeter pitch damper to monitor resonances for improved detail, a flexible decoupling chassis to prevent unwanted vibrations and deliver better quality, and hybrid bass drivers from Aluminum for increased controller excursion resulting in depth and control. low.

But the standout feature here is a new type of technology KEF calls Metamaterial Absorption Technology, a "maze-like structure" in each speaker where channels can absorb specific frequencies.

KEF claims this creates an "acoustic black hole" that can absorb XNUMX% of the unwanted sound behind the speaker's tweeter. The result is less distortion and promises pure acoustic performance with an impressively natural sound.

KEF R3 Meta tower speakers on either side of a fireplace in a bright living room

These are the KEF R3 Meta bookshelf speakers. They're available in Black Gloss, White Gloss, and Walnut finishes, but watch out for the special Indigo Gloss version, coming SUM XNUMX. (Image credit: KEF)

There are 7 speakers to choose from to suit a variety of preferences. The R11 Meta, R7 Meta and R5 Meta are floorstanding speakers, and the R3 Meta is developed for shelf or floor standing placement. All offer high-fidelity stereo sound and are designed to work in a variety of spaces. KEF claims that they excel in depth and detail. The R6 Meta and R2 Meta are center speakers for a home theater setup, providing clear dialogue and designed to work well in a variety of rooms.

If you're looking for Dolby Atmos compatibility, check out the R8 Meta surround sound speaker, which can be wall-mounted or stacked on top of another R-series speaker to deliver surround sound.

All the speakers in the range have the very stylish and modern design that we have come to expect from KEF. You can select between 3 finishes, gloss black, gloss white and walnut. But two exclusive trim options are also coming later this year: a Titanium Gloss Rare Edition for the R7 Meta and the Indigo Gloss Rare Edition for the R3 Meta.

The KEF R series is already available, but you will have to wait until the summer of XNUMX for the special edition to be finished.

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