Are the KEF R3 Meta Bookshelf Speakers Worth It?

[@davidp419]

I have the KEF Q350s right now and they sound nice. The R3 Metas are in my wish list. I'm hoping that the improvement will be worth the expense.

[@JilesMcCoy]

They are amazing!

[@damianszczepanski7628]

Month ago I made change from Q350 to R3 Meta. And yes, Q350 are lovely for its price, but R3 are cruching them in every aspect. Worth every $ spent on them

[@davidp419]

@@damianszczepanski7628 Thank you for that assesment. Now I'm determined to get the R3's and try them out.

[@kaneserver]

Yes! 😂, some would even say yes over the regular R3. Not sure how much of an improvement they would be there but in there own right these are awesome speakers and this definitely is the direction I am heading

[@JilesMcCoy]

Right on

[@valentinvalentin8916]

Hi, Jiles! I saw you made a review for dali oberon 3, which i own right now. I just ordered kef r3 meta after i watched your video. How they compare in terms of sound? Will be any upgrade for me?

[@JilesMcCoy]

Both are outstanding speakers and it will come down to personal taste. I like the midrange on the KEF a bit more and would likely go that way. I think either are a win.

[@andrewgorenc9160]

Thank you Jiles, great video! Do you consider the R3 Meta an upgrade over the LS50 Meta, or a bigger version of the same sound signature? (Reason I ask is I have a good sub so bass is not a concern). Thank you Sir!

[@JilesMcCoy]

I think they are an upgrade, but if you have a sub it might not be super noticeable.

[@andrewgorenc9160]

@@JilesMcCoy thank you!!

[@andrecobb8938]

What Amp are you using with these? Thanks.

[@JilesMcCoy]

I used several.

[@sjvideos3741]

During your demo how close did you have them to the wall? I would have a similair position for mine as stands just aren't possible. Would have about 20cm clearance to the back wall so wonder if this will render the near 2k purchase not worth it?

[@JilesMcCoy]

More clearance the better. I was very close. But I had them crossed over and bass shunted to a sub. So not as big a deal for my testing.

[@Retro_Analog]

Why do you prefer Bookshelves over floorstanders?

[@JilesMcCoy]

They are very flexable .

[@donjaun540]

Nice looking speakers. A lot on the expensive side though.

[@JilesMcCoy]

They are beautiful. If these are expensive, you should check out the TAD video to have your mind blown!

[@dylanwilliams7478]

wWat amp would you recommend? I think kef like to pair them with Hagel amps

[@JilesMcCoy]

That really depends on your taste. so may great options out there!

[@hclandscapes]

Hegel and KEF are a brilliant match

[@psyphonyxaudio]

Yah.. Great speakers.

[@JilesMcCoy]

Agreed!