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KEF LS50 Meta (Pair in Titanium Grey & Carbon Black) $2120 Delivered @ Amazon AU

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Fantastic High End Bookshelf speakers that can open up a few extra notes you haven't heard; especially if you are playing Hi-Res music (Tidal, Apple Music, Qobuz).
Price reduced for Carbon Black and Titanium Grey only.

Add a Sub if you really need to but the LS50 Meta are just brilliant tech from KEF even without the Sub.
KEF Sub on sale for $450 less 2,545 - https://www.amazon.com.au/KEF-Subwoofer-Uni-CoreTM-Technolog…

KEF LS50 Meta Reviews:

https://www.audiosciencereview.com/forum/index.php?threads/k…

https://www.whathifi.com/reviews/kef-ls50-meta

In case you are after Wireless Metas:
$3995 - https://www.amazon.com.au/KEF-Wireless-Speaker-Airplay-Chrom…

Other KEFs are also on sale: https://www.amazon.com.au/s?k=KEF

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  • G-rig on 06/02/2023 - 04:53
    +5

    Check out Darko audio on YouTube if you haven't already, reviews a bunch of stand mount speakers, floor standers, DACs and streamers. They are not all super high end either and he's quite down to earth without all the snobbery that usually comes with high end audio.

    I'm running some Yamaha hs80m active monitors and still haven't found the need to upgrade. I like kef as a brand but seemed to have gone up a great deal on price and you wonder how much of this is due to marketing budget. I wish they did an active monitor without all the extras electronics built in as I already have a DAC and streamer. The wireless 2 are far too expensive IMO.

    • Ryanmyo on 07/02/2023 - 17:13

      You'll think these are too expensive, but look at some accoustic energy AE1's if you want your actives future agnostic to add your own DACs etc…

  • idonotknowwhy on 06/02/2023 - 07:33

    Are these magnetically shielded? (Could they go near a CRT monitor without (profanity) up the colors?)

  • musai on 06/02/2023 - 07:52
    +1

    Country/Region of origin ‎China

  • MojoMiwo on 06/02/2023 - 08:00
    +5

    When a product is described as "emotionally engaging" and made of "Metamaterial " I would say yeah, nah.
    Besides I need to save up (or sell a kidney) for an AudioQuest Dragon 48 HDMI Cable. Discounted by $500 to $4,995. A BARGAIN. !!!

    https://www.audiotrends.com.au/audioquest-dragon-48-hdmi-cab…

    • idonotknowwhy on 06/02/2023 - 08:09
      +1

      I wonder if anyone ever paid that much and bought a cable like this lol

  • Astaltar on 06/02/2023 - 08:08
    +1

    Fantastic High End Bookshelf speakers
    Speakers Maximum Output Power ‎100 Watts

    Jesus Christ, isn't a bit too much for a "Bookshelf speakers"?

  • jellykingdom on 06/02/2023 - 08:28

    Say what you want about price or specs, but damn what amazing product design!

    • scuderiarmani on 06/02/2023 - 08:40
      -2

      Genuinely believe their LS range is the best looking speakers ever. Probably the most wife appeal too with the tonnes of colour options.

  • Gpro on 06/02/2023 - 08:47

    I have the wireless version of these. Sound is great, I use them with Roon and Tidal. So many hours go by on the weekend with these playing in the background, I'm no audiophile but for me they do the job.

    Just a FYI if you plan on listening to Spotify through these it'll sound rubbish so factor in a subscription to Tidal or Other high res streaming service as mentioned.

    • scuderiarmani on 06/02/2023 - 08:52
      +1

      I use Spotify with all my KEF speakers, haven't tried the other options, but I may give it a go.

      Is the higher tier Tidal worth the difference?

      • G-rig on 06/02/2023 - 09:21

        Do it, then you're getting the most out of them.
        Brazil Tidal hifi family is only like $1.70-$3 a month.
        At least stream CD quality for a good experience or may as well get cheaper speakers.

        Shame roon is so expensive as well as the Dollar exchange, I use paid volumio and it's a very good solution.

        • scuderiarmani on 06/02/2023 - 09:23

          Thanks I'll give it a look. Hopefully I'm still eligible for a free trial.

          Did notice the data usage on the top tier is quite high.

          I already share Spotify with family too.

          https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/732323?page=2#comment
          Looks like their may be issues though

          • G-rig on 06/02/2023 - 09:40

            @scuderiarmani: Thinking it may be long running, just make sure you have the VPN on and use a new email if you've tried before. Most people have wifi for their home setups, but there are quality settings in the app, it caches the playback and can always 'download' for offline listening.

            You could also test out volumio, great for streaming your own cd collection and much easier than other upnp setups.

            Cheers

            PS. Shame Spotify will most likely never offer a lossless option , not that I've ever used it. It's not cheap now anyway (as you'd know) but probably aimed at casual users who are happy with the free version and ads.

          • Gpro on 06/02/2023 - 09:44
            +1

            @scuderiarmani: As I said I'm no audiophile but I can easily tell the difference between Spotify and Tidal with Kef, Spotify is muddy and there's little separation of the notes. If people are happy with Spotify sound quality then Kef is a waste I think.

            • Ryanmyo on 07/02/2023 - 17:17

              @Gpro: +1……Spotify for the library only…

    • stsantia on 07/02/2023 - 06:55

      agree with this.
      I use the LSX II.
      Switched to an all wired setup connected to mac studio.
      Have been using Apple Music all along and i thought the lossless experience was great.

      Then i tried Tidal and you can hear the difference.

  • lycos on 06/02/2023 - 08:48
    +1

    Make sure you audition it beforehand. KEF sound signature isn't for everyone.

    • DAT on 07/02/2023 - 03:52

      I guess you meant KEF sound signature is for everyone, but not every wallet ;)

  • Hibino on 06/02/2023 - 08:57
    +1

    Interesting. I just bought a set of LS50 Wireless 2 and LSX 2 last week. Replaced my old Hivi H5 on my TV and AudioEngine A5 on my computer.

    Compare to the old speakers they do sound different, I can't say if it is better or worse since every 'Hifi' opinion is subjective, but I can say that these speakers do not bring more emotions/feelings when listen to music or watching movies.

    For the 4~5x price compared to my old speakers, well, I think the money can be spend on something else more useful.

  • Mancandy on 06/02/2023 - 09:16

    I don't know anything about KEF, but I needed new speakers and so I thought to myself "hmmm…. can I afford $212 speakers??" then I looked again at the price…… :O

  • Musiclover on 06/02/2023 - 09:22
    -5

    Regardless of whether they are good or not, don't forget that these are passive speakers, so you will also need to invest in an amplifier. Unlike most other speakers on the market which are active and do not require amplification.

    • scuderiarmani on 06/02/2023 - 09:58
      +4

      Most other hifi speakers aren't active.

      Most hifi speakers are passive.

      • Musiclover on 06/02/2023 - 10:50

        I am not going to check the stats. You may be right, I will re-phrase my statement: there are plenty of great active speakers for this price without the need of an amplifier. They produce the sound which is at the very least, not worse than KEF.

        • scuderiarmani on 06/02/2023 - 10:54
          +1

          No need to check stats.

          I am right.

          Your opinion. I've heard 100s of high end speakers. Everyone has different taste. Ls50s are hugely popular in the hifi segment.

          • Musiclover on 06/02/2023 - 10:55
            +1

            @scuderiarmani: Your argument is irrelevant for the statement that I make initially. You need an amp with these, you don't with others. Period.

            • scuderiarmani on 06/02/2023 - 11:03

              @Musiclover: You keep changing your argument.

              So what if you need an amp? Many consider that a benefit.

              You also don't need to spend $2k like one here says.

              • Musiclover on 06/02/2023 - 11:09
                +2

                @scuderiarmani: No, I do not change the argument, you just try to argue semantics because you can not argue main fact.

                Active vs passive

                I am not going to bring up the subject of sound quality becuase it is another can of worms. Let's assume it is the same, and I am generous here.

                If you need an amp you:
                1. Need to pay more to buy the amp.
                2. Need the space to place it.
                3. Will have additional cables exposed which may not look pretty.

                But mainly, 1. So it is unfair to compare $2k passive with $2k active speakers.

                • scuderiarmani on 06/02/2023 - 11:13
                  -1

                  @Musiclover: That's great mate.

                  There are way more passive speakers than active. End of story.

                  Keep making up different arguments. I don't care.

                  • Musiclover on 06/02/2023 - 11:14
                    +1

                    @scuderiarmani: Who cares if there's more passive than active? There are hundreds of actives to chose from. That was the only point that you could argue and you stuck to it.

                    • scuderiarmani on 06/02/2023 - 11:38
                      -1

                      @Musiclover: Yeah, your original comment.

                      I think I remembered why I blocked you.

                      I'll go back to that.

                      • Musiclover on 06/02/2023 - 11:40
                        +2

                        @scuderiarmani: My original comment was not about that. Read it again, try to understand, unable to understand - yep, block me go back to sleep.

                        • scuderiarmani on 06/02/2023 - 11:52

                          @Musiclover: 'Unlike most other speakers on the market which are active and do not require amplification.'

                          Lol

                          You are hilarious.

                          • Musiclover on 06/02/2023 - 12:01

                            @scuderiarmani: Out of interest, are you a KEF user or do you just like pointless arguments about meanengless things? Replace "most" with "a lot" and go back to sleep. Is that your only argument? And you made 5 posts about it? And yet, I am hilarious? Oh, the irony.

                            • scuderiarmani on 06/02/2023 - 12:03
                              -1

                              @Musiclover: Make a BS statement.

                              Changing topics everytime.

                              Caught out lying.

                              If you read my comments you'd see I clearly have a tonne of experience with KEF gear.

                              You are hilarious.

                              • Musiclover on 06/02/2023 - 12:17

                                @scuderiarmani: You are making a BS argument. I am not making a BS statement. Once again: whether there is more active or passive speakers on the market, it does not change my statement: there are plenty of great active speakers for this price without the need of an amplifier. They produce the sound which is at the very least, not worse than KEF.

    • TheFyrd on 06/02/2023 - 12:08
      +1

      "Unlike most other speakers on the market which are active and do not require amplification."
      I think it's a bit of oranges to apples mate, there aren't many if any active speakers in this segment that are of the same quality as the Kef LS50's (none that I could name).

      As others have mentioned the Amp cost to run these adequately is quite expensive as multiple reviews have pointed out, which is why unless you're investing quite a bit of money into the entire setup the active versions for $4000 are actually quite good value. Again If the reviews are to be believed… I was quite keen to pick up a pair but the ancillary costs were a bit of a put-off.

      • Musiclover on 06/02/2023 - 12:15

        Active speakers for $2K or less which will measure better than KEF and will have some bass unlike KEF: Presonus R80v2, Adam T series, ADAM A series, HEDD, Neumans, Genelecs, Focals, Dynaudio maybe even Yamaha and KRK (these are just manufacturers each having their lines within that price range) etc etc etc

  • congo on 06/02/2023 - 09:37

    Too much for me.
    I probably can't tell the difference between this and Q Acoustics 3050i

    • dingaling2 on 08/02/2023 - 12:04

      the 3050i would probably be the better pick with a good amp.

      • congo on 08/02/2023 - 13:01

        3050i is more than half the price.
        Q Acoustics when on sale is better value than KEF on sale.

        • dingaling2 on 08/02/2023 - 14:45

          For sure and the driver arrangement and cabinet size advantage of the 3050i's will provide better bass energy. The sound signature is well regarded too, Q well known to provide amazing performance for the money. I had the 3050's and now the concept 500's. For me thats the holy grail i dont need to upgrade ever again.

          The kef no doubt will have be great also.

          • congo on 08/02/2023 - 15:40
            +1

            @dingaling2: Waiting for the concepts to go on sale…its quite rare

            • dingaling2 on 08/02/2023 - 16:30
              +1

              @congo: Theres a new pair of concept 500s for $5k on stereonet classifieds atm.

        • G-rig on 08/02/2023 - 20:03

          Yeah kef if definitely not cheap, feels like you're paying something for marketing. Also have to decide if you want an old school or new school setup - the wireless 2 would be good, but not 4k good (plus an amp plus a sub).

  • tictac242 on 06/02/2023 - 09:49
    -7

    Anyone that considers these passive 5.25 inch speakers a bargain must be delusional.

  • OzHan on 06/02/2023 - 10:18

    Dont forget to budget another $2000 for the amp to match this speaker.

  • KRiSX on 06/02/2023 - 10:22
    -1

    do I get a "happy ending" with these? would want to for that price!

  • Jl3636 on 06/02/2023 - 10:28

    all Ls50 speakers are not bargain at all, no bass.
    If you are a kef fan, get a q350 with d class amp instead, $1000 budget give you much better experience

    • scuderiarmani on 06/02/2023 - 10:51

      Yeah ok, my lS50s and Ls50w have no bass. Thanks for your expert advice.

    • Ryanek on 06/02/2023 - 11:21

      I'd spend a bit more and get Wharfdale Lintons instead

    • poppingtags on 06/02/2023 - 11:27
      +1

      I own the Q100s, have auditioned the Q350 and own the LS50 Meta. Not only do the Metas have plenty of bass, it is better controlled and more refined than the Q series. All of the above could benefit from a subwoofer, as would most bookshelves - although it also depends on your use case. Overall detail retrieval and sound stage is also an immediately noticeable improvement. Whether that improvement is worth the price premium is of course subjective.

    • Huntz on 06/02/2023 - 12:05

      I lost you at 'bass'

  • Austere on 06/02/2023 - 11:57
    +1

    Have the LS50 wireless in this colour. They are great to listen to and look at

  • guichenmin on 06/02/2023 - 12:40

    Hi Guys, a newbie question here. Could this speaker be good for part of home theatre? Thanks.

    • sqheaven on 06/02/2023 - 12:49

      I don't think so, please read more about HT stuff, in movies the main aim for speakers is SPL, to go louder with less power, so pick something with high sensitivity and built for HT needs. I don't think these will satisfy your needs in HT.

      Go for their KEF Q line, or Klipsch, or maybe a nice soundbar solution for your TV.

      • scuderiarmani on 06/02/2023 - 13:10

        There's no reason why you can't use them in HT. Many do buy 5, sell the extra.

        All HT benefit from good sub(s). These are no different.

        Soundbar isn't even remotely comparable to these.

        • sqheaven on 06/02/2023 - 13:11

          Ok nws, go ahead buy 5 lol

          • scuderiarmani on 06/02/2023 - 13:13
            +1

            @sqheaven: Their amazing as fronts. You can buy whatever for rears. Especially if you've got decent amplification.

            HT isn't about SPL and efficiency.

        • G-rig on 06/02/2023 - 13:37
          +1

          Well I wouldn't recommend it but you could try.. Not that easy to add rears or a centre (they don't offer matching speakers like Sonos etc), most people benefit from a sub though.

          2ch / monitors for music :)
          Otherwise agree look at an AV receiver and surround speakers.

    • G-rig on 08/02/2023 - 03:14

      2,482.70
      Ps the white look very nice

  • TigerWoops on 06/02/2023 - 23:04

    If I win us$1B this week I will order sets for all who leave msg. Who knows? lol

  • G-rig on 08/02/2023 - 03:13
    +1

    Great video on addition of the sub (which you'll definitely want to do):

    https://youtu.be/Y2Lc8oOinOY

    Some people advocate using two subs to avoid weird placement issues, it seems you want the sub in the middle front which I doubt most people will do - not that straight forward setting it up but definitely worthwhile to avoid distortion on the ls50 and extra frequency range and authority.

    Personally I wouldn't mind the LS50 wireless 2 and the kc62 sub one day, I'm sure it wouldn't be disappointing but $6.5k ain't cheap.

  • G-rig on 09/02/2023 - 06:28

    Something like this would pair up nicely, or the CA Evo 150.. a neat all in one solution then call it a day:

    [NAD M10 V2 Integrated streaming Amplifier, $3850(https://www.selby.com.au/nad-m10-v2-bluos-streaming-amplifie…)

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