About The KEF Q7 Meta Speakers
The Q7 Meta is a floorstanding speaker designed for impactful bass and sonic clarity. Featuring a 12th generation Uni-Q® driver array with MAT™ technology, it delivers detailed and lifelike sound. Paired with two 6.5" hybrid aluminium bass drivers, the Q7 Meta provides a chest-thumping, immersive audio experience for music and movies.
Revolutionary Sound Absorption with MAT: The crucial new advancement in the Q Series is the integration of Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT), a revolutionary innovation that takes the performance of the latest 12th generation Uni-Q driver array to another level in terms of accuracy and clarity.
MAT is a highly complex maze-like structure, in which each of the intricate channels efficiently absorbs a specific frequency. When combined, the channels act as an acoustic black hole, absorbing 99% of the unwanted sound that comes from the rear of the tweeter. This eliminates the resulting distortion for a purer, more natural acoustic performance.
An Extra Half Way: The evolved Q Series has been upgraded from a 2.5-way to a 3-way speaker design. This updated configuration separates the frequency ranges, with the Uni-Q driver handling the high and midrange frequencies, and a newly designed bass driver dedicated to the low frequencies management.
The optimisation of the drivers for their respective frequency bands allows the 12th Uni-Q driver to perform even better. By minimising the motion of the mid-frequency cone, the tweeter can transmit high frequency sound over a smoother and more stable surface. This reduction in movement leads to a diminished distortion in the lower midrange frequencies, resulting in a significant improvement in detail and clarity.
Deep and Clean Bass: The Q Series features a new bass driver design – a hybrid structure with a shallow, concave, aluminium skin atop a paper cone – which gives stiffness to achieve a piston-like movement for better bass punch and speed. Combined with a 3D FEA-optimised surround geometry, this significantly improves linearity at higher excursions. This results in a precise and agile bass management even at high output.
Additionally, the flared port, modelled with computational fluid dynamics, minimises turbulence and reduces chuffing noise. This enables the ported speakers to produce bass that is cleaner and more controlled.
Refined Crossover from 1000 Measurements: A critical component of the Q Series is the refined crossover, which ensures seamless integration of all speaker parts. To achieve this, KEF's engineers take more than 1,000 specific measurements for each speaker model using a custom-built reference microphone array in KEF's anechoic chamber in Maidstone, UK. These extensive on and off-axis measurements allow the team to thoroughly understand each model's acoustic interactions, enabling precise crossover design through advanced simulation and prototyping.
This meticulous process draws from the development of the LS50 Meta and has been further enhanced through the creation of the latest Blade, The Reference and R Series, allowing each speaker model precise signal path optimisation and the best possible performance.
Shadow Flare for Improved Clarity: Derived from the flagship models, Shadow Flare is a further upgrade for the evolved Q Series. It reduces unwanted cabinet diffraction, allowing the 12th generation Uni-Q with MAT to work at its highest potential. Shadow Flare is a precision-designed surface that extends the waveguide effect of the Uni-Q driver array. This means the tweeter no longer has a line of sight to the cabinet edges, creating a 'shadow region' where the potential for diffraction is highest, minimising the acoustic impact to negligible levels. The improved clarity and reproduction of fine details make listening a thrilling experience. Subtle nuances, such as the delicate brushwork on cymbals or the intricate overtones of a piano, are clearer on the Q Series.
Detail by Design: The Q Series speakers feature a contemporary minimalist design with a satin finish that offers a premium, subtle glow. Available in Satin Black, Satin White, and Walnut finishes with carefully selected colour driver units, they are designed to blend effortlessly into any interior.
Dedicated grilles are included with the speakers, providing the option to protect the drivers if needed. These colour-matched grilles maintain the cohesive aesthetic, while the magnetic fixing provides a secure and precise fit, in keeping with the clean and seamless styling of the Q Series.
Home Theatre Made Versatile: Mix and match with other Q Series speakers and KEF subwoofers for a versatile home theatre experience that transports you to the heart of the action.
Our Take
The KEF Q7 Meta is a premium floorstanding speaker that combines deep bass and sonic clarity for an immersive listening experience. It features KEF's 12th generation Uni-Q® driver array with Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT™), which absorbs 99% of unwanted sound for pure and accurate audio. The Q7 Meta's three-way design includes two 6.5" hybrid aluminium bass drivers for powerful, agile bass, while the refined crossover ensures seamless integration of the drivers for precise sound. With its minimalist satin finish and Shadow Flare technology reducing cabinet diffraction, the Q7 Meta offers both exceptional sound quality and sophisticated aesthetics, making it ideal for both music and home theatre setups.
Main Features & Specifications
- Design: Three-Way Bass Reflex Floorstanding Speakers
- Drive Units
- Uni-Q Driver Array
- High Frequencies: 19mm (0.75") Vented Aluminium Dome with MAT
- Midrange Frequencies: 100mm (4") Aluminium Cone
- Low Frequencies: 2 x 165mm (6.5") Hybrid Aluminium Cones
- Frequency Range (-6dB): 39 Hz - 20 kHz
- Typical In-Room Bass Response (-6dB): 28 Hz
- Frequency Response (±3dB): 46 Hz - 20 kHz
- Crossover Frequencies: 440 Hz, 2.3 kHz
- Amplifier Requirements: 15 - 200 W
- Sensitivity (2.83V/1m): 87 dB
- Harmonic Distortion (90dB, 1m)
- <2% 35 Hz and above
- <1% 38 Hz - 20 kHz
- Maximum Output: 110 dB
- Impedance: 4 Ω (min. 3.2 Ω)
- Optional KEF PQ1 Spike Kit Available Separately
- Included Accessories: Magnetic Grilles, Plinths & Rubber Feet, Port Bungs, User Manual & Warranty Information
- Available Finishes: Satin Black, Satin White, Walnut
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 210 x 950 x 315mm (with terminals)
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 317 x 1,001 x 315mm (with terminals & plinth)
- Weight: 18.4 kg each
- Manufacturer's Warranty: 5 Years + 1 Extended Year When Registered at KEF.com
Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.