In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers by KEF. KEF LS50C Meta is a Center Channel speaker whereas the LSX is a Bookshelf speaker.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of KEF LS50C Meta and KEF LSX first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
KEF LS50C Meta Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 12th Generation Uni-Q Driver
- 1" Vented dome Tweeter
- 5.25" aluminum Woofer
- 79-28k Hz Frequency Response
- 85 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:40-100watts
- Weight:7.82kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 301.0" x 7-7/8" x 11-1/16"( 301.0 x 201.0 x 281.0mm )
KEF LSX Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 200-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
- 0.75" Hard-Dome Tweeter
- 4.5" Magnesium/Aluminium alloy Woofer
- 59-28k Hz Frequency Response
- 24-bit Max Depth / 96 kHz Max Sample Rate
- Built-in 4.2 Bluetooth
- App Control Feature
- Weight:3.50kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 239.7" x 6.125" x 7.1"( 239.7 x 155.6 x 180mm )
LS50C Meta and LSX are members of KEF's LS series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the KEF LS50C Meta and KEF LSX compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
Both LS50C Meta and LSX are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
KEF LS50C Meta |
KEF LSX |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
0.75-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 5.25-inch
|
1 x 4.5-inch
|
LS50C Meta features a 1" Aluminum Vented dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" aluminum Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2100Hz. On the other hand, the LSX features a 0.75" Aluminum Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 4.5" Magnesium/Aluminium alloy Woofer .
Frequency Response
LS50C Meta has a frequency range of 79-28k Hz whereas LSX has a frequency range of 59-28k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 59Hz, the LSX can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the LS50C Meta's min frequency of 79Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Center Channel class in our database.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
High Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both LS50C Meta and LSX have rear firing ports. Rear ported speakers generally need more room between the backside of the speaker and the wall compared to sealed and front/bottom ported speakers. Placing the speakers too close to the walls may cause the bass to sound boomy.
If you are limited in space and can't get the speakers away from the backwall, check our Speakers with Front Firing Ports page.
KEF LS50C Meta off-set flexible Port
Physical Specs
Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare KEF LS50C Meta's and KEF LSX's external dimensions. KEF LS50C Meta has external dimensions of 301.0 x 201.0 x 281.0mm ( 11-13/16 x 7-7/8 x 11-1/16inch) whereas KEF LSX has external dimensions of 239.7 x 155.6 x 180mm ( 9.4375 x 6.125 x 7.1inch) .
KEF LS50C Meta is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 45.4mm wider, 61.3mm taller and 101mm deeper than KEF LSX.
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the KEF LS50C Meta is approximately 564.8cm2 / 87.5inch2 and base area of the KEF LSX is approximately 365.7cm2 / 56.7inch2. The LS50C Meta requires 54% more surface area than the LSX which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.
What's in the Box of KEF LS50C Meta?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of LS50C Meta:
Center-channel loudspeakerFoam port plug4 Self-adhesive rubber feetOwners ManualWarranty Registration Card
What's in the Box of KEF LSX?
Here are the items that come with the LSX:
2 Powered wireless audio speakerTwo 6.5-feet AC power cords10-feet Ethernet cableRemote control (CR2032 3V battery pre-installed)Maintenance GuideSpecificationsWarranty InformationImportant Safety Information
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Ethernet Connection 
3.5mm Connection