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product_id: 663436927
title: "KEF Q1 Meta Passive Bookshelf HiFi Speakers, Satin White | Music | TV & Home Cinema | Gaming | 2-way Bass Reflex | 5.25\" Uni-Q Driver with MAT"
brand: "kef"
price: "$1468.17"
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# 12th Gen Uni-Q Driver Compact 302x180x277mm 99% Noise Absorption MAT KEF Q1 Meta Passive Bookshelf HiFi Speakers, Satin White | Music | TV & Home Cinema | Gaming | 2-way Bass Reflex | 5.25" Uni-Q Driver with MAT

**Brand:** kef
**Price:** $1468.17
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your audio game—because your space deserves sound as sharp as your ambition.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** KEF Q1 Meta Passive Bookshelf HiFi Speakers, Satin White | Music | TV & Home Cinema | Gaming | 2-way Bass Reflex | 5.25" Uni-Q Driver with MAT by kef
- **How much does it cost?** $1468.17 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- kef enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted kef brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Balanced Bass & Treble:** 2-way bass reflex design ensures accurate separation and a rich, full-range listening experience.
- • **Sleek Minimalist Design:** Satin White finish with magnetic grilles blends effortlessly into any modern workspace or living room.
- • **Crystal-Clear Audio Precision:** Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT) cuts 99% of distortion for natural, distortion-free sound.
- • **Immersive Sound for Every Seat:** 12th Gen Uni-Q tech delivers uniform, room-filling audio—no sweet spot, just pure immersion.
- • **Seamless Home Theater Integration:** Mix & match with KEF’s Q Series & Kube MIE subwoofers to build your ultimate soundscape.

## Overview

The KEF Q1 Meta Passive Bookshelf HiFi Speakers combine cutting-edge 12th generation Uni-Q driver technology with innovative Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT) to deliver distortion-free, immersive sound. Compact yet powerful, these 2-way bass reflex speakers offer precise frequency separation and wide dispersion, making every seat the best seat. Designed for seamless integration into home theaters or professional setups, their sleek satin white finish and magnetic grilles add a modern touch to any environment.

## Description

Product Description The answer is always in the Q KEF Q Series with MAT - experience accessible high-fidelity audio Since it's launch in 1991, our Q Series range of HiFi speakers has delivered high performance audio in the home. Now in its 9th iteration, the Q Series now features 12th generation Uni-Q technology, Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT), refined crossovers, & more, to provide a clear & precise audio experience. Connectivity is via standard speaker cables, for easy integration with your desired set-up. Enjoy pure, natural sound The KEF Q Series, now with Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT) Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT) is featured in the KEF Q Series for the first time. MAT is a complicated maze-like structure containing various channels, each of which absorbs a specific frequency. These channels behave like an acoustic black hole & absorb 99% of the unwanted sound from the rear of the tweeter, reducing distortion & enabling a pure, natural sound to be heard & enjoyed. 12th generation Uni-Q Technology Every seat is the best seat in the house With KEF Uni-Q technology, the tweeter is placed at the acoustic centre of the bass/midrange cone, to create a single point source which disperses sound uniformly through the room, meaning there is no "sweet spot". Therefore every person in the room can have the same experience of immersive high-fidelity sound. 2-way design for balanced & accurate sound Models with 2-way design These 2-way models are designed to deliver accurate high-fidelity sound in a stylish package Q1 Meta & Q3 Meta bookshelf speakers. Q4 Meta on-wall LCR/surround speakers. Q8 Meta Dolby Atmos surround speakers. Compact & powerful Combining the latest 12th generation Uni-Q technology with cutting edge Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT), our 2-way models allow you to experience high performance & great versatility, & create your ideal home audio set-up. What products are in the Q Series with MAT range? High Fidelity Bookshelf Speakers 3-way Centre Channel Speaker Dolby Atmos Surround Speakers 2-way On-wall Speakers Choose 3-way technology with the Q Concerto Meta, or 2-way technology with the Q1 Meta or Q3 Meta, & experience high-fidelity audio in a compact, stylish package. Immersive & clear, the Q6 Meta easily integrates with other Q Series speakers, & has the versatility to be used as a centre channel speaker or in a LCR set up. Flexible & refined, the Q8 Meta can be wall-mounted as a surround or rear speaker, or positioned on another speaker to bounce sound off the ceiling, for a truly immersive audio experience. Sophisticated & sleek, the Q4 Meta can easily be mounted on the wall, with the versatility to be used as a left, centre, & right speaker (LCR) or as a surround speaker. Each model in the Q Series with MAT range is compatible with a variety of audio systems, such as traditional amplifiers, receivers, & home cinema setups. Connectivity is via standard speaker cables, for quick & easy integration with your current equipment. Q Series with MAT accessories & compatible Products The Kube MIE Range of Subwoofers B2 Wall Bracket Combine your Q Series Meta speakers with a subwoofer from our Kube MIE range, & experience immersive bass. Easily mount your Q1 Meta or Q3 Meta bookshelf speakers & integrate them into your home environment. Also compatible with Q150 & Q350 bookshelf speakers. Explore our range of accessories & compatible products. For supercharged bass, add a Kube MIE subwoofer. Wall mount your Q1/Q3 Meta with the B2 Wall Bracket.

Review: Superb speakers for the money - I tested these against the Q Acoustic 5020s and the Dali Oberon 1s. The KEFs far surpassed both sets on soundstage and separation. The Q Acoustics were a very close second on tone, and were better than the KEFs on the high frequencies picking out tiny bells and percussion and bringing them to the forefront, but this was almost to a fault being a bit too bright for me. The KEFs are flatter with a fuller mid-range and thicker bass. Round up; the KEFs deliver a fantastic balanced, almost flat, even tone from highs to bass, and an impressively wide soundstage. They may not be the most exciting on first listen, but given a day or two you'll start hearing things you hadn't noticed before in music you've heard a hundred times. You'd have to spend a lot more to get significantly better.
Review: Typical Kef dispersion excellence; great for surround duty with higher end Kef - I use this as the surround speaker for a 5.1 system where the front speakers are Kef R-series. The Q1 Meta sonically blends very well with the front R-series speakers. These Kef Q1 Meta speakers have the same excellent dispersion uniformity so that the sound is similar across the entire listening area. Although I'm sure the fidelity doesn't fully match the R-series, these speaker are more than sufficient as surround sound speakers to provide an immersive sound field. The finish of these speakers is more of a matte finish whereas R-series speakers are glossy. However, in white, the difference is not obvious at all in a typically lit room and the finishes look the same. The grille is obviously different, however. At regular price, these are very good. At a sale price, these are a fantastic bargain. EDIT: I had a chance to listen to these solo as a 2-channel system with a Denon AVR-X3800H and also with an outboard NAD C268 power amplifier. These Kef Q1 Meta speakers sound much better than I expected. Putting aside that these speakers are obviously not going to have as much bass as a floor-standing speaker, the mid-range and treble are surprisingly competitive with the bigger brothers. There were certainly some tonality differences with the Q1 having a slightly less pronounced treble, but for anyone using equalization or room correction, this is easily rectified. Meanwhile, the dispersion has the same uniformity that Kef is known for. What a bargain.

## Features

- 2 WAY SPEAKER DESIGN: The Q1 Meta provides precise separation of low & high frequencies, to create accurate, balanced, & clear audio. Refined crossovers ensure a precise signal path for optimal performance.
- UNI-Q TECHNOLOGY: The 12th generation of our Uni-Q driver array, with MAT, is featured in the Q1 Meta Bookshelf HiFi Speaker. Uni-Q technology expands the audio "sweet spot" & disperses room filling sound, providing everybody present with the same immersive high-fidelity experience.
- METAMATERIAL ABSORPTION TECHNOLOGY (MAT): By absorbing 99% of unwanted noise from the rear of the driver, MAT reduces distortion & enables a pure, natural sound to be heard & enjoyed.
- VERSATILE HOME THEATRE: Combine with other KEF speakers & subwoofers & expand your home theatre system. Mix & match Q Series bookshelf, centre channel, floorstanding, Atmos, & on-wall HiFi speakers, & add in Kube MIE, KC62, or KC92 subwoofers, to create your ideal high fidelity sound system.
- CONTEMPORARY STYLING: The Q1 Meta has a modern minimalist style suitable for any interior. The Q Series Meta range is available in Satin Black, Satin White, & Walnut, & comes with colour matched magnetic grilles for a clean & contemporary look. Dimensions per speaker: 302 x 180 x 277mm. Weight per speaker: 6.1kg.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0DH8GTY89 |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Antenna Location | For gaming consoles, For music players, For surround sound systems, For televisions |
| Audio Driver Size | 5.25 Inches |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
| Audio output mode | Stereo |
| Best Sellers Rank | 48,824 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 189 in Bookshelf Hi-Fi Speakers |
| Box Contents | 1 pair of Q1 Meta, 1 pair of magnetic grilles, Port bung x 2pcs, Rubber feet, User manual and warranty information |
| Brand | KEF |
| Brand Name | KEF |
| Colour | White |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop, Gaming Console, HiFi System, Home Theater, Karaoke Machine, Laptop, Projector, Smartphone, Tablet, Television |
| Connectivity Protocol | Speaker Cable |
| Connectivity technology | Coaxial |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Controller Type | Touch Control |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Package Type | Single, well-protected package |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 17 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Goal |
| Frequency Response | 20 KHz |
| Frequency response | 20 KHz |
| Impedance | 4 Ohms |
| Is Waterproof | false |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 27.7D x 18W x 30.2H centimetres |
| Item Weight | 14.8 Kilograms |
| MP3 player | No |
| Manufacturer | KEF |
| Maximum Speaker Output Power (in watts) | 150 Watts |
| Model Name | Q1 Meta |
| Model Number | SP4087A0A1 |
| Mounting Type | Shelf Mount |
| Mounting type | Shelf Mount |
| Network Connectivity Technology | Coaxial |
| Number Of Circuits | 2 |
| Number of Audio Channels | 2.0 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Warranty | Drivers: 5 years. Electronics: 2 years |
| Series Number | 1 |
| Speaker Size | 302 Centimetres |
| Speaker Type | Bookshelf |
| Speaker maximum output power | 150 Watts |
| Specific Uses For Product | Home Entertainment, Home Theater, Gaming |
| UPC | 637203219153 |
| Unit Count | 2.0 count |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Technology Type | No wireless communication technology |
| Woofer Driver Diameter | 5.25 Inches |

## Product Details

- **Audio output mode:** Stereo
- **Brand:** KEF
- **Connectivity technology:** Coaxial
- **Frequency response:** 20 KHz
- **Material:** Goal
- **Model name:** Q1 Meta
- **Mounting type:** Shelf Mount
- **Recommended uses for product:** For gaming consoles, For music players, For surround sound systems, For televisions
- **Speaker maximum output power:** 150 Watts
- **Speaker type:** Bookshelf

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Superb speakers for the money
*by B***N on 10 April 2025*

I tested these against the Q Acoustic 5020s and the Dali Oberon 1s. The KEFs far surpassed both sets on soundstage and separation. The Q Acoustics were a very close second on tone, and were better than the KEFs on the high frequencies picking out tiny bells and percussion and bringing them to the forefront, but this was almost to a fault being a bit too bright for me. The KEFs are flatter with a fuller mid-range and thicker bass. Round up; the KEFs deliver a fantastic balanced, almost flat, even tone from highs to bass, and an impressively wide soundstage. They may not be the most exciting on first listen, but given a day or two you'll start hearing things you hadn't noticed before in music you've heard a hundred times. You'd have to spend a lot more to get significantly better.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Typical Kef dispersion excellence; great for surround duty with higher end Kef
*by S***S on 20 April 2026*

I use this as the surround speaker for a 5.1 system where the front speakers are Kef R-series. The Q1 Meta sonically blends very well with the front R-series speakers. These Kef Q1 Meta speakers have the same excellent dispersion uniformity so that the sound is similar across the entire listening area. Although I'm sure the fidelity doesn't fully match the R-series, these speaker are more than sufficient as surround sound speakers to provide an immersive sound field. The finish of these speakers is more of a matte finish whereas R-series speakers are glossy. However, in white, the difference is not obvious at all in a typically lit room and the finishes look the same. The grille is obviously different, however. At regular price, these are very good. At a sale price, these are a fantastic bargain. EDIT: I had a chance to listen to these solo as a 2-channel system with a Denon AVR-X3800H and also with an outboard NAD C268 power amplifier. These Kef Q1 Meta speakers sound much better than I expected. Putting aside that these speakers are obviously not going to have as much bass as a floor-standing speaker, the mid-range and treble are surprisingly competitive with the bigger brothers. There were certainly some tonality differences with the Q1 having a slightly less pronounced treble, but for anyone using equalization or room correction, this is easily rectified. Meanwhile, the dispersion has the same uniformity that Kef is known for. What a bargain.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing imaging, if a little bass light initially
*by J***N on 12 April 2026*

I got a pair of these on sale last year to add some stereo music capabilities to my office (not desktop). They're connected to my PC and Macbook each via optical to an S.M.S.L RAW MDA1, into an 3e Audio A5 stereo amp. I also added a small Kanto SUB8 sub into the setup to complement the bass output on the Q1s. For extra context, I run an additional system in our media room that uses KEF LS50 speakers (the originals) with a Kube 8 supporting them. Out of the box, these speakers sounded pretty weak, like an entire spectrum of bass was missing (that's when I added the sub). They otherwise sounded quick and clear, and the image was incredible (similar to what I was accustomed to with the LS50s). Fast-forward a year now, and I have to say I rarely turn on the subwoofer. The Q1s have opened up in the low-end, and they are enjoyable enough for low-key listening by themselves. Aesthetics-wise, they are a perfect match for the decor in their room and the grills stay on since I prefer that look.

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