The R11 Meta is the floorstanding model of the R Series. For a listening experience, its combination of 12th generation Uni-Q driver array with MAT and four 6.5” hybrid aluminum bass drivers allow it to pick out the subtle details of a recording, while also delivering raw power and agility. Metamaterial absorbs 99% of unwanted sound for pure and natural sound.
Q: Can the loudspeaker pick out subtle details in recordings?
A: The R11 Meta floorstanding loudspeaker features a 12th generation Uni-Q driver array with MAT and four 6.5” hybrid aluminum bass drivers. This combination allows the speaker to pick out the subtle details in a recording, while also delivering raw power and agility.
Q: What are the dimensions of the loudspeaker?
A: The R11 Meta Floorstanding Loudspeaker has a depth of 15.1 inches, a width of 7.9 inches, and a height of 49.2 inches.
Q: What is the weight of the loudspeaker?
A: The R11 Meta Floorstanding Loudspeaker weighs 80.5 pounds.
Q: What is the purpose of the Metamaterial in the loudspeaker?
A: Metamaterial absorbs 99% of unwanted sound. This results in a purer and more natural sound.
Q: How many bass drivers does the loudspeaker have?
A: The R11 Meta loudspeaker uses four 6.5-inch hybrid aluminum bass drivers.
Q: Are this speakers hi-fi or hi-res certified?
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Q: How much room to the walls are recomended for the Kef R11 Meta? How large of a room?
A: Front wall (behind the speakers) Ideal: 24–36 inches (2–3 feet) Minimum: 18 inches if space is tight Why: The R11 Meta is rear-ported, so it needs breathing room to prevent bass bloom and muddiness.

The R11 Meta is the floorstanding model of the R Series. For a listening experience, its combination of 12th generation Uni-Q driver array with MAT and four 6.5” hybrid aluminum bass drivers allow it to pick out the subtle details of a recording, while also delivering raw power and agility. Metamaterial absorbs 99% of unwanted sound for pure and natural sound.

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Customers consistently note the excellent sound quality of the R11 Meta Floorstanding Loudspeaker. Many feel they are the best speakers available in their price range. Customers enjoy the immersive sound experience these speakers provide.
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I don't mean to come across as a paid reviewer or some writer for an ad firm that Best Buy hired but I assure you I'm not. I've been an audiophile as far back as 1982 when I bought Kenwood and Bose products in Japan when I was in the service. Why would the owner of $16,000 speakers (JBL 4367s) be fawning over the KEF R11 Meta which is under $8,000? Because they're an outstanding value? Check. Because they punch way above their cost? You bet. Because they'll make you laugh? Exactly. From the first chord of the electric guitar, to vocals, cymbals, kick drum, bass guitar, violin, tuba, french horn, the KEF R11 Meta's sing. What will turn a smile into a laugh is the clarity. I've never heard clarity in a speaker at this cost ever. We know it measures far above almost every speaker below $10k (see Audiosciencereview.com), but each of it's drivers (individual speakers), from the 6.5" woofers to the amazing center mounted Uni-Q midrange/tweeter (12th gen), is the culmination of decades of continuous improvement. The bass is rich, fast and tight. The midrange has presence and spatial cues place vocalists and instruments in space. Phantom center? High hats, cymbals and crash cymbals--wicked sharp. There's a lot of speakers in the $5k-$10k price range from Polk, JBL, Martin Logan to Focal, B&W, Acoustic Concepts, MoFi, Revel, Dali and Sonus Faber to name a few. I've had half of them. None of them, at this price range at this time can beat the KEF R11 Meta. No speaker does everything great, but the KEF R11 Meta does it way better than most. Put them on your short list and give them a listen. You'll be hooked.
MichaelL Posted
Great speaker very dynamic and crear. You will not hear anything close to the sound quality of these around this price range!!
YoelG Posted
All the speaker I need and much more! Only have had them for a few days and I love them!
CatherineH Posted