The KEF R3 Meta Speaker Review 2023. High End Sound FOR LESS?

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Today I talk about the newest version of the KEF R3, which is named the R3 Meta. This version improves upon the previous model and today I compare it to some other bookshelf speakers I have heard. I test the KEF R3 Metas with three integrated amps as well to see how the sound changes when the power does.

I test the R3 Meta Speakers with an Aavik U-150, Galion TS120 SE and Gato 400s Amp. I use the T+A DAC 200 and the EverSolo Streamer.

I hope you enjoy!

Enjoy!

[kevinpayne]

Just watched darko’s review of these speakers and he loved them and will be buying a pair. I have a pair of the kef R700 towers from 2016 and am still enjoying them with my rx-v3900 Yamaha receiver

[bertfripont]

Very nice review and comparissons, and you are right ! The Kef´s in general sound simular: Nice bass extention, mids that take a step back, somewhat thin as you noticed and a really nice treble respons on top.
I have heard also (I thougt the Kef Q750) and they have tesame V-Shaped frequency respons. I do like the Kef´s. I am curious after the Blade speakers from Kef.

[yippie]

I was hoping you would have talked about the similar priced Bille amp ($1939) with the R3's ($2, 199) and how that combo compared to the more expensive Gato.

[thebabylalat]

Hi... Love your review. Have been your fans from photography equipment. Will have planned to review Kef R11 meta or R7 meta?

[bobtaylor]

I like your presentation. I went with LS 50 wireless 2 and two KC 62 subs. Very happy. I have never listened to LS50 without the meta enhancement. Would appreciate getting someone to compare meta vs not meta with your level of descernment

[DamienDavidO]

Great review, not sure if I overlooked if you tried the metas with heaven 11 Billie mkii, interested in this mating .

[attrktmarketing]

Thanks. Nice review. They look beautiful too.

[dragonstone]

Great review. Can you review the Rotel MICHI amps and dacs?

[franciscoortiz]

Yes the Kef r3 meta has now become my favorite mini monitors in 2000 usd pair. Detailed transparent and touch bright. Tight bass.

[hubert-williams]

These are next on list along with the Burchardts'.. gonna pair them with the Rotel 1592 MK II and the preamp 1572

[bruceandt]

Please do a review of the Musician Night 1.
These speakers are something I would appreciate your comments on. Thanks

[paulsnow]

How does the R3 metas compare to the Dynaudio evoke 20? Or does the R3 metas compare better with the Special 40's?

[peterprimes]

You loved the jbl L82 classics a few years ago.
Which would you pick in 2024?.
L82 on sale for 2, 200 right now. Same price as R3's.
Always love your videos👍

[hennied]

Play the soundtrack of American Beauty on them. In my (large) room the pre-meta version has plenty of bass without a sub (paired to a Blue sound Node streamer, Burson Conductor 3R dac/class A preamp and XTZ A2-300 class D poweramp). And indeed, they are very holographic.

[garyschmeiser]

Bottom line... For a set up without subs in a medium sized room would you buy the kef r3 meta or the buchardt s400 mark2? Thanks

[mmdusa]

I want a pair of these so bad. But...I have absolutely NO room for them. I would need to move to a new place to have a spot for them. Ugh, frustrated. Question, gun to your head...You have your Pass amps hooked up to these and the Buchardt's. Which do you prefer? Thanks for a great review.

[bruceandt]

It would seem as though these speakers are exactly as you described in a kind way. KEF in this R3 meta lacks in ways. Nice review. I concur.

[jjinglenuts]

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[gizzmo]

I would always be more interested to hear about the measured room response of the listening room, rather than of amplifiers or streamers used.

[-MarkWinston-]

I was really surprised when you said the narrow dispersion R3 Metas has a bigger soundstage than the wider dispersion Diablos...