The KEF Q3 Meta is a midsize 2-way bass reflex bookshelf speaker in satin black, using a 12th generation Uni-Q driver array with a 25mm vented aluminium tweeter and Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT) at the centre of a 165mm (6.5″) aluminium cone. It suits music listening in medium rooms and Q Series home theatre systems.
12th generation Uni-Q driver array for even dispersion and a cohesive soundstage
Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT) on the vented aluminium dome tweeter
Refined crossover developed from over 1,000 anechoic measurements
Two-way bass reflex design
Colour-matched magnetic grilles
Can be combined with other Q Series speakers and KEF subwoofers for home theatre
Matching KEF SQ1 floor stands available separately
Sold as a pair, with colour-matched magnetic grilles, rubber feet and port bungs
| Model | Q3 Meta |
| Design | Two-way bass reflex |
| Drive units | Uni-Q array: HF 25mm (1″) vented aluminium dome with MAT; LF/MF 165mm (6.5″) aluminium cone |
| Frequency range (-6dB) | 42Hz – 20kHz |
| Typical in-room bass response (-6dB) | 39Hz |
| Frequency response (±3dB) | 49Hz – 20kHz |
| Crossover frequency | 2.0kHz |
| Amplifier requirements | 15 – 150W |
| Sensitivity (2.83V/1m) | 87dB |
| Harmonic distortion (90dB, 1m) | <2% 110Hz and above; <1% 135Hz – 20kHz |
| Maximum output | 109dB |
| Impedance | 4Ω (min 3.2Ω) |
| Finish | Satin Black |
| Dimensions per unit (H x W x D, with terminal) | 357 x 210 x 305mm |
| Sold as | Pair (two speakers) |
| In the box | Speakers x2, magnetic grilles x2, rubber feet, port bungs, user manual and warranty information |
| Weight per unit | 8.2kg |





