Hi. I just bought a pair of these speakers, 3 days ago. I have a Music Hall Ikura turntable with an Ortofon 2m blue cart and an Accuphase e211 amplifier. I am totally blown away by these speakers. Bloody hell! Vocals, guitar, instrument separation bass clarity which keeps on going and giving. I couldn't /can't believe the soundstage it's so clear so pronounced so, I dunno, perfect. Perfect in a luxurious, sexy way! Blew my mind, incredible. Prior to these speakers I had B and W Cdm 1se. I thought they were good and they are but these Kef R3 meta are just MAD. Music I've been listening to for years just grew and opened, breathed and spread out so much detail has been released. Nitin Sawney's Beyond Skin, Dominique Fils Aime Nameless, Karin Krog, Air Pocket Fly On were some of the albums I played. All shone. Save some money, go shopping! Holy smokes people, holy smokes!
@ravoid36
Жыл бұрын
how much is the difference between the normal r3 and the r3 meta? in my country I can only see r3, r7, r11, I dont see any of the meta versions for some reasons on any of the websites
@jeremynewlin4995
Жыл бұрын
In my country (USA) I can only find the Metas in all of the R lines now. The original non metas went on sale at 50% off and sold out fairly quickly. The Meta R3 are $2,199 usd right now.
@bearclaw5115
Жыл бұрын
From what I hear there is a large difference. For one thing, they tamed the highs and filled out the midrange. Probably just wait a while and they will show up in your country.
@streamcnoremorse3323
Жыл бұрын
More opened high frequency
@ΠαναγιώτηςΠαναγιώτου-μ1ψ
Жыл бұрын
Hi John Would you pick [and why] these KEF s over the BUCHARDT 400 MKII at a similar price? thanks in advance
@TD-xe9np
Жыл бұрын
Hi Darko, simple question: KEF R3 or Buchardt S400 MK II?
@g000se99
Жыл бұрын
i have s400 MK2 and upgraded from kef LS50 meta (not R3) - i can listen for so many more hours than with kef as the highs were irritating and over exposing. My s400's are paired with Buchardts i150 and im completely happy. The LS50's were paired with a peachtree nova 150 - the Buchardt setup is superior in all but top end exposure. I use subwoofer with both - its required.
@carloscorreia200
Жыл бұрын
I believe I speak for thousands souls here… 😀 Can you please compare them to the Buchardt S400 MKII. They are on the same price range and they are both (in your own words) amazing speakers. Thank you very much. Regards from Portugal. 🎼🌈
@matthewfrazee3352
Жыл бұрын
I did a side by side r3 meta with reference 1 meta when shopping for replacement of my original ls50. The reference 1 meta superior but not a huge delta as John would say. I did bust my budget and get the reference 1 but wouid have been totally happy with the r3.
@kelvinhung9434
11 ай бұрын
Reference 1 is more superior in what ways? I’m on the same boat. Have a LS50 meta and want to upgrade to ref 1 but my local dealer only has ref 3 so I did a AB comparison between LS50 meta with Ref 3. Ref 3 wins by a far margin. Much more clarify, more silent background. But they don’t have R3.
@ohadschwartz4798
Жыл бұрын
You loved the Vvid Kaya. Seems you like the KEF R3 meta more. Am I correct?.
@purnendupaliwal
Жыл бұрын
I purchased R3 meta, paired it with McIntosh 252 and SMSL D300. Together, they sound awesome!
@soupistasty5
Жыл бұрын
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you so much for all your candid, entertaining audio review videos. I have found them enlightening & very practical, over the years. Also, you mention your love of larger, stand mounted monitor speakers near the close of this video; as well as mentioning why you shy away from floor standing speakers, in general (limited storage space). I was wondering, if at all possible, if it would be possible for you to 'break' that rule, to do a review of the Zu Druid 6s? They are a fair bit more expensive than you generally review. They also, well, aren't stand mounted. So, that's 2 strikes against them. However, I feel like speakers in the $10K USD range are just at that point that those of us who have been into audio for some time, may begin to aspire to owning something in that range. I for one, would love to hear your take on equipment that is in that 'next tier' for cost! Does it live up to its greater investment? Either way, all the best as 2023 nears its close. Cheers!
@snakeobias
Жыл бұрын
I demoed a pair of LS50 wireless and R3 metas in the KEF store (I have LS50 metas at home though). I asked the clerk to hook up a KC62 subwoofer to the LS50s. The R3 sound better than the 2.1 system. Such a beautiful speaker and a massive step up from the LS50 range. But, if you have the LS50ms, you could probably just add the sub and get a similar response. Although the R3s are tuned for it, so I'd probably go for the single 2 speaker system
@c0mbat15
Жыл бұрын
Did you listen to the R3 Metas with the KC62? I have the KC62 already but have the Q Acoustics Q Active 200 speakers.
@wolverine3344
Жыл бұрын
@@c0mbat15my perception of the LS50 Meta vs R3 Meta (both in blue w matching stands, disclaimer, Kef dealer here) is as such. The LS50 meta even without a sub sounds incredibly detailed and lush. Adding the little kc62 (not blue ) fills in those missing octaves that you didn’t know you were missing. For near field listening from just a few feet away the LS50 are perfect. Once I got the R3 meta it was immediate how these guys “project” sound much further into the room, and do not need a sub. Truly fantastic speakers, and I’m using less than spectacular electronics than Darko. Can’t go wrong either way. Meta is a true game changer.
@ErwinvanMaanen
9 ай бұрын
Mmmm…..listened to my ole B&W CDM1 nt’s last night with the Roksan amp and cd player candy set, and was impressed by how well they sound, despite the age of the speakers. Making me wonder why I would need a new set of speakers or better invest in the music collection🌟I think i’ll stick to enjoying the actual music rather than the perpetual frustration of chasing a better sound each time the market dictates a new audio set🌟
@eio4528
8 ай бұрын
The extreme subjectivity of the audio world is annoying. For every person who claims a speaker is the best they've ever heard, there are 10 who claim the opposite. There's definitely something to be said for good speakers and high quality audio but making a decision on expensive gear is frustrating to say the least.
@zachgittings5193
8 ай бұрын
So go listen to it yourself. KEF is known for being neutral. I went with the R3 myself, paired with REL for the low end. If you want brighter you will go in another direction, warmer yet another. Buy it from someplace with a good return policy. Because all of the showroom speakers will be geared to sound their best and it may not be what you are looking for in your space. If you aren't able to make the decision for yourself, don't buy high end gear. Start with Klipsch (not heritage). And that isn't a jab at Klipsch. It is excellent value. A little bright.
@eio4528
8 ай бұрын
"KEF is known for being neutral" may be generally accepted by the people who have heard them but it still falls in the subjective category. Whats warm or neutral to you may be rather cold to someone else. I realize we all dont hear the same either. This speaks to my point of subjectivity. The hundreds of reviews dont help either. I'd prefer to pick my speakers by some form of output measurement and the rest of the variables, such as room acoustics, I'll fill in myself. The price is not a major factor for me either but I'm not spending $100,000. Buying and returning speakers isn't practical given my location. If it were, I wouldnt be watching these videos. I already went with a different brand and ditched any concept of a wireless connection. Its 2024 and these companies are still using poor wireless tech. The number of complaints on KEF was a deterrent. Maybe I'll get them for computer speakers.
@liamporter1137
Жыл бұрын
How about Buchardt comparison?😮. Thanks for sharing.
@carlosortegon1079
2 ай бұрын
Greetings from Mexico . I just bought them because of your recommendation. What do you think on pairing with a Naim atom ? Thank you for your time .
@Z-u-m-a
Жыл бұрын
'Songs are really just interesting things to be doing with the air.' Tom Waits. Your cool reference to air reminded me of that. Solid review John.
@johnsullivan1661
Жыл бұрын
Can you give your thoughts as to why you think the $700 stands are important to buy? You said you felt this was close to a 3000 euro purchase (2000+ for speakers and then 700 for stands). To me it just seems like a blatant cash grab by KEF knowing that the consumers of these products are willing to spend high sums of money for these products. The profit margin on speaker stands is astronomical compared to speakers themselves, and it would not be unreasonable to buy 3rd party stands that are more economical, even if they don't have the same color matching as the speakers themselves.
@martinmiller7623
Жыл бұрын
Pretty furniture
@jgrimmier
Жыл бұрын
I can see buying separate stands for a white/black pair, but not this insane blue. You need the matching stands for this colour.
@350125GOW
Жыл бұрын
Nice tantrum.
@BoZ-s2x
Жыл бұрын
I have zero experience with it but I imagine what he means is that at this price range and at this tier where the aesthetics comes at a higher priority you should not be nickel and diming the choice of stands and should get what the designer intended for the art piece else you rob yourself of the total package.
@philipgardiner2003
Жыл бұрын
$2,000 is nothing for high-end quality speakers. I have Focal Electra 1008 BE’s ($5,999 new in 2018) and bought custom Sound Anchor stands for $700. Each stand weighs 70lbs, each speaker weighs 35lbs. A quality stand reduces the need for a subwoofer. Great system by the way!
@ipman8646
7 ай бұрын
I agree in particular with the comparison of Bowers 'flashy' vs KEF 'subdued' when demo'ing at a store. You go into to the store wanting to be wow'd, and the Bowers do that, while the KEF sound boring. I bought the OG R3 purely based on reviews, and it has been a long journey of finally falling in love with their sound, clean and non fatiguing. I will say, that recently adding a class A pre-amp really woke up the speakers with better dynamics and emotion. I think the KEF R3 scale really well, so if you like to fiddle with your system, or upgrades, then this might be a speaker that will have a long life for you. BTW, I demo'd a $100K Bowers + McIntosh system at the store, this will impress your friends for a quick demo, but I actually found it a bit fatiguing after only a couple of tracks. The KEF may not give your buddies a wow moment, it takes more time and longer sessions to appreciate what they do.
@fritzkarlhans2434
8 ай бұрын
Kef R3 Meta vs. Buchardt S400 Mk II I know this comparison might be difficult for you. But how do you recon the buchardt s400 mk2 would stand up to the Kef R3 Meta? I am considering them both and unfortunately I did not have the chance to hear the Bucharest myself. I would love to hear your opinion on this as they seam very similar on paper and are both favorites of you.
@pistopit7142
7 ай бұрын
Buchardt will sound warmer in comparison to Meta 3. So if that is what you are after then go Buchardt.
@larryh9525
Жыл бұрын
While I agree that the R3s are lovely, it begs the question are the R3s plus the rack of high-end electronics better than the KEF LS60s with the built-in amp, streamer, DAC, and subwoofer? Given that you've reviewed both (albeit not side by side) you would have a qualified opinion.
@okafka5446
Жыл бұрын
Fair point
@jgrimmier
Жыл бұрын
I’d love to know this as well. I’m leaning towards the LS60 to avoid all the extra component headache, plus they also come in a sexy blue colour :D
@parkermackenzie9848
Жыл бұрын
Sorry, you don’t understand - KEF connect IS the component headache. Speakers constantly go missing, or stop playing back when the app says a song is playing. I’m a W2 owner and it’s the same technology.
@larryh9525
Жыл бұрын
@@jgrimmier On the surface I agree with you as fewer boxes are likely better. My only concern with powered speakers is what happens when they fail. I appreciate that it's a low-probability event but talk about a shipping and cost nightmare to send them back to KEF in NJ. When powered speakers first came out decades ago, the entire amp module was attached to the lower back of the primary speaker.
@larryh9525
Жыл бұрын
@@parkermackenzie9848 Sorry you didn't have a great experience, but my hunch is that the difficulty was in the network connection. I had a brief exchange with Andrew Robinson when he reviewed W2 on that same subject and he indicated no issues. As opposed to using Wi-Fi, you might try using a network extender and going CAT5 from the extender to the KEFs. Hope that helps.
@stu3232
Жыл бұрын
Makes me wonder how these would match up against the s400 mk2's...
@teeford2504
Жыл бұрын
I just recently bought an NAD m10 v2. The question i have is.. R3 Meta or Buchardt Audio s400 mk2?
@GuitarSpotTV
Жыл бұрын
have the same dillemma :)....
@shemsureshot
Жыл бұрын
From experience the nad will pair well with these, but I haven’t heard the Buchardt.
@spacegray1946
9 ай бұрын
Same question here :-)
@SUPERDAVOR
Жыл бұрын
Great insight as always. I tested the R3 Meta and the LS50 Meta side by side a couple of weeks ago. Also had the KC62 subwoofer at hand. The R3 Metas are pretty spectacular, but if I had to pick one for my smaller room (16 square meters, acoustically treated), I'd opt for the LS50 Meta + KC62. The bass of the R3 Metas is simply too hard to control in my room. Plugging the ports with the supplied foam plugs helps greatly (partial plugging was enough), but I would still rather opt for the added flexibility of the bass control with the KC62 sub. It integrates with the LS50 Metas beautifully, and it allows you to select the volume level best suited for your room. For me, that was the starting quarter of its volume range. I should also note I was able to distort the LS50 Metas' Uni-Q driver at high volumes on certain bass-heavy tracks. In the end I decided to stick with the KEF Q550 + KC62 combo, as that's the combo that plays with my room best, has the most flexibility, doesn't distort where the LS50 Metas did, and gives me most enjoyment overall. And after a couple of hours of listening, I completely forgot about the slightly improved clarity I was getting from the LS50 Metas. My takeaway would be - don't feel bad if the R3 Meta is out of your financial reach. Depending on your room size, composition and sound, you might get better results from a less expensive option(s). After my experience, I wouldn't consider the R3 Meta for a room smaller than 25 square meters.
@EdL-xq4kh
Жыл бұрын
You had the Buchardt s400 mkii before. How does this compare?
@iikatinggangsengii2471
9 ай бұрын
senns are more fun
@HugoCoolDude
Жыл бұрын
its interesting to note that for an audiophile, the coffee grinder you use (the baratza sette) is one of the loudest around :p.
@garyjones5947
Жыл бұрын
Hi. I have the original R3, and love them…just wondering how the Metas compare?
@6969SpAcE6969
Жыл бұрын
Me too
@farighdesi
Жыл бұрын
Kef should also build in future a powered/wireless version of KEF R3 speakers
@carloscorreia200
11 ай бұрын
The true Comparison would be with the Buchardt S400 MKII. They cost the same. They are both Classified as 5 Stars Standmounts…
@vjn5270
Жыл бұрын
Just purchased R11 Metas in Walnut!~ I have a Cambridge audio evo 150 to power them but was thinking about trying out the HiFi Rose RS520.
@franciscoortiz6980
Жыл бұрын
Great speakers... i tell EVERY person shopping for ls50s... save a bit more money and buy R3. AND you will never want for Bass
@scottward7813
Жыл бұрын
These metas are the most amazing things I've ever heard!
@francescodinucci4828
7 ай бұрын
Dear John, I have been following you from Italy for more than a year, I follow almost all of your very interesting videos, I am also in love with the Kef R3s in this regard, I ask you what would be the amplifier maybe Streamer that would best enhance the R3s with excellent value for money? Thank you very much
@vladburdyak9300
Жыл бұрын
Great review John, thank you. Would really like to see DALI Rubicon 2 here, should be perfect. Around 2000$ price point quality, as me and my friends desided after comparising in a store, are too good. I would bet on DALI vs KEF meta 2 or R3. And personally I think you must to listen Monitor Audio Gold 100. Highly appresiate your work. Best Regards
@MrGorpm
Жыл бұрын
I love my R3's on partington dreadnaught stands. I wonder how much the meta material improves the new model but unfortunately I couldn't afford them ATM anyway. Oh well, I can dream 😴
@robmaxwell3678
Жыл бұрын
John, for us homeowners with grandkids, would you provide a shot with grills on the speakers that come with them like the R3 metas, so we get an idea of what they look like? I like to listen to my Q Acoustics mostly with them off, but the grills go on when the grandkids and their Roman fingers come over.
@sebastianbirch2187
Жыл бұрын
Great review, like the genuine excitement. This is another „proof” that KEF and NAD is a match made in heavens. I have owned 9 pairs of KEFs, four run by NAD electrics, that always was my favorite combination.
@michaelwang9535
Жыл бұрын
I bought r3 meta and listened side by side with ls50 meta for a month, both supported by a single kc62. I found r3 meta was certainly sounding more detailed given that it’s a 3 way, ls50 meta sounded a little less detailed but warmer and more cohesive partnered with kc62. And I prefer that pairing better, so I returned r3 meta.
@Audfile
Жыл бұрын
Love my LS50 Metas on Orchard Audio monoblocks paired with 2 RSL Speedwoofer mkii. It. Is. Glorious.
@claireball3919
Жыл бұрын
I have 4ohm speakers (totem mani 2) and I get the same feeling.I put a playlist on shuffle whilst pottering about and a song I haven’t heard in a long while grabs my attention causing me to sit and play the track in my listening position 👌the speakers have been hooked up to various amplifiers over my years of ownership.The combination I have now really makes recordings come alive 4ohm speakers need some grunt I bi-amp with leema Tucana 2 /leema hydra power amp AMP choice is crucial on 4ohm speakers 🤞Totem reissue mani2 so mr darko can review them
@simianinc
Жыл бұрын
If the stands are non-negotiable, I wonder how the floorstanders might sound since the footprint wold be roughly the same.(not talking about storage, I mean playing space).
@andreymerzlyakov8581
Жыл бұрын
Why am I doing this, I mean, continue to watch John’s reviews, I have a complete set of equipment, I don’t need anything, and now I just have to listen to these speakers😅
@daveg7878
Жыл бұрын
fun video to watch. Nice to see you so enthusiastic about a product.
@SouthernTribe
Жыл бұрын
2 things. 1. thanks for the heads up on the Sabres of Paradise album, its fantastic. 2. Really looking forward to your experience adding in subs. Really interested in your thoughts on 2 subs vs one especially.
@jakubbor9188
Жыл бұрын
I bought them last week. Transparent and expressive sound. Deep bass, dynamics, power..
@bevancourt4819
Жыл бұрын
I've been the LS50, the R3 Meta and the R5 Meta at my local dealership. The R3 and R5 are so good, trying to work out which I can make work in my room.
@supikoiraroy
Жыл бұрын
R3 meta + stands or R5 meta? Price difference 500€, would it be worth it?
@ajm2671
Жыл бұрын
Just looking at the specs of the R5 Meta, and although it has 2 woofers they are just a bit smaller but the bigger cabinet might just make up for that in terms off bass . But as John said in previous video's, if I recall it correctly, it can be tricky to position speakers with great bass performance in a room. A seperate subwoofer can more easily be moved around, indepent of the speakers. So... Get the R3 meta + stands, and use the remaining €500,- for a subwoofer if you want more bass.
@onlinesmutna1159
Жыл бұрын
I wanted to comment your room mode. I have LS50s and RelT5x sub. I have a 40Hz room mode and couldn’t use my sub because of some songs had too much bass. I turned phase to 180°, and my 40Hz bump went away. Give it a try when using speakers which goes down to your room mode so the sub cancels it out. Not the best solution but it could work.
@imikeytv
Жыл бұрын
How do these compare to the Buchardt s400 mk2’s? Considering moving from my s400 mk1’s to the r3 metas or even the r11 metas for my next hifi upgrade.
@MinhTran-zm2ws
Жыл бұрын
Finally there is timestamp for your videos.... THANK YOU!!!! BIG HELP non-native English speaker like me absolutely appreciate this because it can be super difficult to keep track of what topic are being discuss, sometimes.
@DarkoAudio
Жыл бұрын
Finally? Most videos nowadays have time stamps.
@semihkarakus4475
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this perfect review. I will order the r3 meta after hearing them with the rotel ar 1592 mk2. Such lovely speakers...
@ethangordon5607
Жыл бұрын
Hi Darko -- wonderful video. Two questions: 1) How do you think the R3 Meta's alone, with no subwoofer, compare to the LS50 Metas high-passed with the KC62 sub? 2) Do you have any plans to review the Reference 1 Meta or any of the Reference Series KEF?
@imammarc
Жыл бұрын
About a year ago I gave up on loudspeakers after dropping some serious dough because I just wasn't able to overcome the crappy room acoustics. I hope when we relocate in a few years our new spot will be more friendly audio-wise. Will keep these KEF's in mind.
@cabronesse386
Жыл бұрын
WOW 300K subs! Congrats John!
@fairmania
Жыл бұрын
Wire wool treble, and unnecessary chafing. Oh John, a superb choice of phrasing as always. Keep up the good work!
@ashleyrichardson7674
Жыл бұрын
I trialled these in Premier Sound in London and really did not get on with them, sounded dull and flat. Paired with Naim Uniti Atom so think these need far more Watts. Ended up going for Paradigm Founder 40b which sounded much more lively and interesting with the Naim.
@youyou-dv8fr
Жыл бұрын
I was hoping you would compare these with Buchardt S400 MKII since they are in the same price range.
@nurbsenvi
Жыл бұрын
Kef is killing it with Meta technology
@geraldao2010
Жыл бұрын
It would be interesting to remember the sound of the ls50meta with the sub kc62 and compare it to the sound of the R3 meta. The extra drivers does the same job as the sub in separation of bass from the uni-q-drivers.
@mehmetcamat4458
Жыл бұрын
Yes I had LS50 Meta connected to the same amp Hegel H95 that now is replaced with R3 Meta and definitely there is a change in sound. R3 Meta is more transparent on the high frequency and has more dynamic on the low end. It is a better allrounder but still they both have that nice warmth at the same time.
@kenforde10
Жыл бұрын
Good review, I have the KEF R3 I bought 2 years ago would you think they are worth an up grade or is the META to little of an upgrade for an expensive spend?
@mattgrant9479
Жыл бұрын
Probably not imo. I have owned both. There is a 15-20% improvement but is it worth the massive price hike. Don't think so.
@streamcnoremorse3323
Жыл бұрын
Totally yes
@esce69
Жыл бұрын
Wow! Never seen you this enthusiastic. You forgot to mention though that they look absolutely fabulous. I am an "Keffie" myself and started with a floor standing KEF DIY kit (constructor series model CS7 - some 35 years ago and they're still playing beautifully at my parents') but since moved to a smaller apartment and very happy with my (also white) LS50W (pre-meta) and Kube 8b. Just can't be bothered with all the extra gear.
@WeeWeeJumbo
Жыл бұрын
_an “Keffie”_
@typedeaf
8 ай бұрын
Got any stereo amp recommendations for the R3 Meta that wont break the bank? I want to get them if they go on sale, but I dont want to pay thousands to powet them.
@jimlad24
Жыл бұрын
Brilliant video, bought a pair of R3 Meta on their launch in the UK. I was confused as I wanted to demo the S3's and the R3 meta but this was not possible at the time. Now I know I made the correct choice and saved around £600 pounds not buying the d&w s3's I love my r3 meta's, they are truly amazing at this price point. Buy a pair and be blown away.... Listen to Prodigy's poison on R3's with a sub as minimal fill in.. Bass bonkers that track 😂
@KenM
Жыл бұрын
For as good as the R3 Meta is and as significant a jump in overall sound quality that they are over the previous R3 (non-Meta), that difference is to my ears minimal as compared to what I just experienced in moving from KEF Reference 1 to KEF Reference 1 Meta. Now *THAT* was so noticeable a jump that I commented in a brief review that 'these are clearly two very different speakers', and I meant it.
@carlitosgomez71
11 ай бұрын
And so is the price lol
@dxbwinenaudio
11 ай бұрын
any thoughts on how these compare to the Buchardt S400 MKII?
@kloppsliverpudlians88
Жыл бұрын
2 years ago I compared these against the ATC SCM 19v2, and ended up picking the ATC’s (currently paired with my Hegel H390). While the R3s were indeed very good, I found the the ATCs to be in a different league altogether. Really looking forward to the day we see an ATC review on this channel :)
@1922peter
Жыл бұрын
But you didn’t hear the R3 Meta two years ago, or did you? (I have ATC SCM40 so I know the sound you enjoy!)
@FlixTraveler
Жыл бұрын
The KEF Blades on a home build tube amplifier sounds angelic. I can believe how this sounds already. I am saving money for years to get my hand on the Blades. The Tube amplifier is getting form already.
@alexandrosrouchitsas8552
Жыл бұрын
I wouldn't mind a video about your collection of books about music!
@ranelime
Жыл бұрын
Thank you John! Delightful video! Any chance of a M23 review?
@scslite5206
Жыл бұрын
I’d like to see you review some Arendal speakers. Surprised you haven’t already.
@adypyc
Жыл бұрын
Hi Darko, Being from Germany, it should be easier for you to review speakers like Canton or Quadral, conoared to many others in this space on youtube. Any plans on doing that in the future? Thanks!
@timothyfreeseha4056
Жыл бұрын
That makes sense. I haven't heard about the Cantons for ages.
@JorgeFernandez-mo5yv
Жыл бұрын
“Great review! I enjoyed your detailed analysis of the KEF R3 Meta speakers. I’m curious to know how they compare to the Buchardt S400 MKII speakers. Have you had a chance to listen to both? Also, have you ever tried the Canton - Vento 20 speakers? I’d love to hear your thoughts on those as well.”
@idahocartel
Жыл бұрын
My home town hero’s Built to spill!! Watching from Boise Idaho🤘🏽
@derbygreg
Жыл бұрын
I bought the R3 Meta to replace my LS50 Meta... but I sent them back! I found them harsh in the upper vocals and boomy in the lower with little gain over using the LS50 Meta with a sub as i would also use these with a sub. Instead i kept the LS50s and also bought Blade 1 non meta for higher volume listening. All powered by Arcam amplification which is considered quite soft and unfatiguing. To be honest i find the Blades quite sharp too, but i am currently trying alternative amplification and room treatments from GIK. The mid range i just find too metallic and thin sounding.
@MasterMark5
Жыл бұрын
Speaker and equipment combos are extremely important so it may be the anthem isn't to your personal tastes, you should try different brands if you can
@rytmziemi7513
Жыл бұрын
I have old R3 and they don't have this problem. For me first R3 are very good balanced speakers if you like soft and worm sound. New metas maybe are more detalic but they are sharper.
@6315javis
Жыл бұрын
Besides the great information on equipment, I love your videos because I always find new music to listen to as well.
@jamesflood893
6 ай бұрын
A wonderful review. I've only discovered your channel recently and you bring a warmth and personality which is very similar as (from a cooking stand point) Sam the Cooking Guy. I think You've swung me from LS50s to R3s, thank you.
@nunyabidness2148
Жыл бұрын
Since you're doing more expensive stand mount reviews, could you possibly review the Dynaudio Focus 10? Not one real hifi reviewer has touched them
@ChrisB-lt6hp
Жыл бұрын
How do you get on with the folk next door John? I lived in a flat for some years and was lucky I had a couple of good neighbours who didn’t create any noise, but also didn’t mind me playing my music a little bit louder than I thought I should. I used to do favours for them paint, repair stuff etc and said ‘can I hear what my music sounds like when I have it on’ What surprised me was than I hardly heard my music in their flat at my my preferred listening level, just the occasional bit of very low end bass. Anyway sounds like this set up is one you are very happy with, with the music you like to listen too, job done.
@stevenbrooke7558
Жыл бұрын
The blue cabinets are gorgeous
@Krell666
Жыл бұрын
Nice review. The R3 being a true 3-way is a huge win, I run a pair of Dynaudio 2-ways (Contour 20) and wonder how much more the R3 could give.
@SomaliCoastguard
Жыл бұрын
3000 Euros with the stands is pushing these awfully close to the R5 Meta. I'd be very interested in hearing a review of those as I'm struggling to see why one wouldn't just go with the R5s.
@yewknocks7311
Жыл бұрын
The R5 Meta has smaller woofers. If it's like the last gen, it has a slightly worse frequency response. The R7 Meta is the "real" tower version of the R3 Meta.
@feelgeorge
Жыл бұрын
I wonder what they would sounds like if they are paired with audiolap 9000A or 7000A
@joshski85
Жыл бұрын
My endgame speaker. Ill never be able to afford them though so ill have to make due with my LS50'S.
@dajikbatarang1
Жыл бұрын
They occasionally pop up on the used market at a big discount. You might be able to snag them there.
@barneyrubble9309
Жыл бұрын
LS50 meta's plus duel subs is end game at realistic prices.
@keenmate9719
Жыл бұрын
They are like 2000$, that's not unattainable
@superpeca
Жыл бұрын
I have the Kef R300, also thought at 2000 they were out of mu league. Then I snatched them almost new on ads for 650. My endgame is in my living room :) never give up!
@Audfile
Жыл бұрын
Just get some good subs and you are there already.
@stevelimey
9 ай бұрын
Can I not get an almost identical experience by adding a kc62 sub to my ls50 meta
@akarshsahni
11 ай бұрын
I bought the KEF LS50s in 2016. Seven years on they are still a joy to listen to. For my main listening room, I invested in the Dali Rubicon 6 BE. After listening to this review, I am keen to hear the KEF R3 Metas in action. I have an inkling that they might be my next acquisition. Or one of the larger R MEta series for that matter. Thanks for the great review!!!
@vicc6358
6 ай бұрын
Hi, I was considering the KEF R3 Meta along with the Mon Acoustics Platimon. As someone whose reviewed both, how do you think they compare?
@michaelrossmaessler200
Жыл бұрын
Nice review John ! 🙂 I know the color has no effect on the sound but the blue does have that "this is color you want" pull to it.
@madridpunch
Жыл бұрын
Well timed video. I'm off to audition these tomorrow with a NAD M33 vs a Naim Supernait 3, If they are truly as good as you have said (and why wouldn't they be?) its going to be an expensive day...
@vaksilvaksil9939
Жыл бұрын
Hey Madrid, could you publish who was your preferred amp ? I have the SN3 and I will love to hear how is the senargy with the R3meta
@madridpunch
Жыл бұрын
I went for the SuperNait in the end. Although the NAD had a clarity the Naim couldn’t beat, the Naim just held everything together better, and the way it handled the dynamics was a lot better. We used a bluenode X as a source for the Naim, so it does work out a bit more pricy. The Kef T3 Meta were magnificent.
@PeterChan-o7x
Жыл бұрын
Unrelated to KEF and Meta, @DarkoAudio, have you tried adding a drop or spray of water to your coffee beans before grinding (a.k.a. the Ross Droplet Technique)? Recently came across this and was surprised at how effective it actually is at removing static from the ground coffee and minimizes the amount of grounds flying all over the place! (sorry for the digression!)
@c0mbat15
Жыл бұрын
Yep. A must do. Probably the cheapest and best upgrade you can make to your coffee set up. I wish there was a cheap upgrade like that for HiFi that made as much of a difference.
@michaelrossmaessler200
Жыл бұрын
I've heard that the Zerostat anti-static gun (if you have one around) works on the plastic container on grinders.
@TedHull
Жыл бұрын
Definitely picking up your enthusiasm for the speakers, and really glad you like the Nad M23. And big thank you for all the music you listed into the review, you gave us enough to listen all week! Keep up the great work!
@ianjamila7723
Жыл бұрын
R3 vs R3 meta comparison thoughts?
@russellwelton813
Жыл бұрын
Awesome overall frequency reponse, bass response for this size, and what an observation that they sounded so good - even in another room. Telling.
@darenmanville2274
Жыл бұрын
Really really thinking of trading my LS50 metas for a pair of these, how much bigger are the R3's?
@antwake
Жыл бұрын
i know it's a sensitive subject 😉but comparing a given speaker to a lower price one to see if it's worth the extra money would be cool. love what you do anyways 🙂
@VintageVic93
Жыл бұрын
It’s cool hearing Darko mention Built to Spill. I just found out about them a few weeks ago as they opened for Sylvan Esso! What a great show.
@DarkoAudio
Жыл бұрын
Built to Spill are one of my fav bands of all time.
@ewhite5381
Жыл бұрын
Great video as always Mr Darko. I like your shout-out to PS Audio, Stellar and BHK. They have some new gear out and on the horizon. Does that mean you have a review coming out soon?
@ducky5712
Жыл бұрын
Been waiting for this review... and trying to find some place to listen to them. I only have some LSX but I think it is time to upgrade my system! :) Always love your videos as well as your music recommendations! By the way, the links to the speakers (blue or white) themselves in your description do not guide me to where they are supposed to, I think.
@naveenthakur9303
Жыл бұрын
R3 META VS WHARFEDALE LINTON ......LETS DO IT
@MrRourk
Жыл бұрын
Add Amphion to the contest
@PeterPuno
Жыл бұрын
If I already own the SVS 3000 sub, should I just stick with the LS 50 Meta's? Or will the R3 Metas still be better?
@kindgott
Жыл бұрын
R3 Metas are in a different league - crystal clear.
@anthonywunderlich3681
10 ай бұрын
You and I have the same speaker combination, I think an upgrade is in order, more clean tight bass. I don't think my room needs more than R3 Meta and SVS sub.
@paulgain7275
Жыл бұрын
They are sublime. I paired with an Audiolab 7000A I found them to work a treat. Lovely mids and treble with enough bass for my room. I think they’ll easily take an amp upgrade when the time comes. Don’t think despite them being 4 ohm that need worry anybody. The blue looks lovely. Only thing I’m not sure about is what the tiny screws into the spikes are for!
@Cesare-rj6wk
11 ай бұрын
Best Channel with Steve Guttemberg is always a pleasure. I have a wish if you can review Yamaha ns 5000.
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