KEF Q150 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by KEF. It features a 1" Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" Aluminum Woofer.
Q150 features KEF's Uni-Q technology where its 1inch tweeter is placed in the acoustic center of the 5-1/4inch woofer. With the help of this unique design, sound comes from a single point of source making the ideal listening position (aka sweet spot) of this speaker much larger.
KEF Q150 is the latest member of KEF's Q series of speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
KEF Q Series History
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Model |
Frequency |
Sensitivity |
Impedance |
Woofer |
 |
KEF Q150
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51-28k Hz |
86 dB |
8Ω |
1 x 5.25" |
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KEF Q350
Compare
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63-28k Hz |
87 dB |
8Ω |
1 x 6.5" |
Frequency Response
KEF Q150 has a Frequency response range of 51-28k Hz at ±3dB (47Hz-50kHz at -6dB) and Power Range of 10-100 watts. At a minimum frequency of 51 Hz, Q150 will provide an average bass depth so depending on your use case, you may consider supplementing your system with a subwoofer.
Crossover frequency for Q150 is at 2500Hz.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
The Bookshelf model with the lowest Low Frequency level in our database is Wharfedale Elysian 2, with bass extending down to impressive 35 Hz.
On the other hand, model with the highest Frequency is Sony SS-CS5 with its high frequency limit of 50 kHz.
Impedance and Sensitivity
KEF Q150's nominal impedance level is 8 ohms but can go down to as low as 3.7 ohms, and has a sensitivity of 86 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
Input Type
Q150 features Post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring is not possible.
Cabinet type and Materials
KEF Q150 has a Bass Reflex type cabinet and MDF/Vinyl-wrapped finish.
Port Position
KEF Q150 is a back-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe.
Available colors
KEF Q150 is available in Black, Walnut, White.
KEF Q150 Speaker Size: Weight and Dimensions
KEF Q150 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 11.9inch x 7.0inch x 10.9inch (303.0mm x 180.0mm x 278.0mm ). Each speaker weighs 12.3lbs (5.60kg ).
To have a better perspective on the real life size of KEF Q150, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
KEF Q150 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Wall Mounting
Q150 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket so you need an external structure to mount on walls.
Grille
Q150 comes with Magnetic (Optional) removable grillesBlack.
What's in the Box?
2 Bookshelf loudspeakers 2 Foam port plugs 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet Owner's Manual Warranty Registration Card User's Manual
Download User Manual for KEF Q150
Official Brochure
Official Brochure for KEF Q150
Official Product Page
Official Product Page for KEF Q150
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.