KEF Q6 Meta is a 3-way Passive Passive Radiator Center Channel speaker by KEF. Center channel speaker is an important component of a home theater system set-up as it delivers the listener significant part of the on-screen dialogue from your television. It features a 0.75" Hard-dome Tweeter, 1 x 4" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Aluminum Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 63-20k Hz and a sensitivity of 86 dB. KEF Q6 Meta has an MSRP of 800$.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the KEF Q6 Meta is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:
| Listening Environment* |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Poor |
| Small Room | Poor |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Good |
| Very Large Room | Average |
(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2, Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m2.
Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)
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KEF's Q Meta Series of Loudspeakers
Q6 Meta is a member of KEF's Q Meta series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
KEF Q Meta Series Speakers
KEF Q Meta Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the KEF Q6 Meta Speaker
KEF Q6 Meta has a Frequency response range of 63-20k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of Up to 200 watts.
Here we have a comparison of how Q6 Meta's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
High Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
Crossover frequency of the KEF Q6 Meta?
Q6 Meta is a 3-way speaker and its crossover frequency between the woofer and the midrange set to 560Hz and the Crossover frequency between the midrange and the tweeter is set to 2700Hz.
Impedance and Sensitivity
KEF Q6 Meta's nominal impedance level is
4 ohms but can go down to as low as
3.2 ohms, and has a sensitivity of
86 dB.
Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
Nominal Impedance of the 4 Ohms means that the KEF Q6 Meta is a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective, make sure that you choose an amplifier than can provide 4 Ohms for this speaker.
Many AVRs (audio/video receiver) in the market may have difficulty when the speakers dip below the 4 Ohms levels (this may cause clipping or even physical damage), so we recommend to not pair the KEF Q6 Meta with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 86 dB, KEF Q6 Meta is a difficult to drive speaker from Sensitivity perspective, make sure to choose an amplifier with a high output if you like listening to your music at high volume levels. You may especially have a hard time using Tube amplifiers which are traditionally very low power compared to Class A/B or Class D amps.
Minimum Impedance of the KEF Q6 Meta
Even though the nominal impedance of the Q6 Meta is 4 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to KEF is 3.2 ohms KEF Q6 Meta so while choosing an amplifier, you should ideally check if the unit you are considering can provide this impedance level.
Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the KEF Q6 Meta:
Input Type
Q6 Meta features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
KEF Q6 Meta External Dimensions and Weight
KEF Q6 Meta has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 8.3 x 24.8 x 11.9 in. (210 x 629 x 303 mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of KEF Q6 Meta is approximately 1905.9cm2 / 295.4inch2.
WeightThe KEF Q6 Meta weighs 14.14kg / 31.1lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Q6 Meta's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
Weight
Center Channel Speakers under $1000
Cabinet type and Materials
KEF Q6 Meta has a
Passive Radiator type cabinet.
Available colors
KEF Q6 Meta is available in Satin Black, Satin White and Walnut.
Does the KEF Q6 Meta come with a Grille?
Q6 Meta comes with magnetic grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible. Since the included grille of the Q6 Meta is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
What's in the Box of KEF Q6 Meta?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Q6 Meta:
Q6 Meta Magnetic grilles (pair) Rubber feet Port bungs User manual and warranty information
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the KEF Q6 Meta.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the KEF Q6 Meta, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for KEF Q6 Meta
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the KEF Q6 Meta speaker:
Official Brochure for KEF Q6 Meta
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the KEF Q6 Meta speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for KEF Q6 Meta
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.
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