Hi there,
well if you've been paying attention you could have heard me going on about META material about 18 months ago referring to the Kef LS50. This is an amazing technology that actually addresses a fundamental issue of back pressure on drive units. The LS50 has been a test bed to deliver this and now it is launched at the top of Kef's ranges in the Blade and Reference, and the results are superb.
The latest Kef uni-q driver that covers treble and midrange has 14 individual improvements in the latest version. These are 14 improvements over a drive unit that has been described as 'the finest bar none' already.
I travelled to deepest Kent to see what this was all about, first at a hotel venue, lovely food , nice people, and then on to the Kef factory for an interesting tour.
What I've learned is too much to type, it would run to page after page. To avoid this I have made two You ube videos. The first one is for the products, a bit of simple technical stuff and some factory pics
Kef Blade and Reference Information
Then I managed to kidnap two Kef boffin-type designers for an interview which is obliquely about the products and more about the men and their passion. I think this is worth watching, even if I say so myself!
One of the interesting parts to come out of this is the design and engineering ability. Being able to tool up for complex shapes of cabinets, drive unit chassis, roll surrounds, everything is unique. I see many other loudspeakers from proud independent manufacturers and recognise common parts made by one of a number of possible drive unit suppliers, no new technology just a kit of parts.
To experience a truly individual example of fresh thinking and research have a listen to these breakthrough products. Reference Meta 3s are available early March, Reference 1 Meta late March, Blade 2 early April.
Can't wait !!
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