KEF Q950 is a 2-way Passive Radiator Floor-standing speaker by KEF. It was released in May 2017. It features a 1.5" Dome Tweeter and 2 x 8.0" Aluminum Woofer. Q950 also employs 2 x 8-inch passive radiators. The speaker has a frequency range of 44-28k Hz and a sensitivity of 91 dB. KEF Q950 has an MSRP of 2200$ per pair.
Q950 also gives the user optional Dolby Atmos capability by equipping the unit with upward-firing Dolby Atmos drivers.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the KEF Q950 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 | Bad |
| Small Room | Poor |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Good |
| Very Large Room | Poor |
(* 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.)
KEF Q950 Speaker Structure
KEF later replaced Q950 with Q11 Meta. Follow the link to read our in-depth comparison of these speakers:
Compare KEF Q950 vs KEF Q11 Meta
KEF's Q Series of Loudspeakers
Q950 is a member of KEF's Q series of Passive speakers. The Q Series is KEF's long-running affordable range, built around the Uni-Q concentric driver. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
See all 7 KEF Q models compared »
KEF Q Series Speakers
Frequency Response of the KEF Q950 Speaker
KEF Q950 has a Frequency response range of 44-28k Hz and Power Range of 15-200 watts. With a minimum frequency of 44 Hz, Q950 delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.
Here we have a comparison of how Q950's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Thinking about a subwoofer for the KEF Q950?
KEF Q950's Aluminum Woofer
Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 3000$ (Pair), these are the 5 Passive Floor-standing speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the KEF Q950's 44Hz:
KEF Q950's vented aluminum Dome Tweeter
Crossover frequency of the KEF Q950?
The crossover frequency of the Q950 is set to 2200Hz. This is the threshold frequency where the higher frequency signals over this level are sent to the tweeter and the lower-frequency signals are sent to the woofer by the crossover component.
Impedance and Sensitivity
KEF Q950's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms but can go down to as low as
3.2 ohms, and has a sensitivity of
91 dB.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so KEF Q950 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
91dB of the KEF Q950 is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes Q950 an easy to drive from Sensitivity perspective. If you are planning to power your speaker with a Tube amp which are generally very low power, the KEF Q950 will be a good choice. Work out how loud the KEF Q950 plays in your room →
Minimum Impedance of the KEF Q950
Even though the nominal impedance of the Q950 is 8 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to KEF is 3.2 ohms KEF Q950 so while choosing an amplifier, you should ideally check if the unit you are considering can provide this impedance level.
What amplifier does the KEF Q950 need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
6.0–95 W
per channel into 8 ohms.
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Input Type
Q950 features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
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KEF Q950 External Dimensions and Weight
KEF Q950 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 43-15/16 x 14-1/4 x 12-3/8inch (1117.0 x 362.0 x 315.0mm ).
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 Q950 is approximately 1140.3cm2 / 176.7inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of KEF Q950, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
KEF Q950 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the KEF Q950 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a media center to get a better idea about the size.
KEF Q950 Floor-standing Speaker next to a Media Stand
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WeightThe KEF Q950 weighs 20.68kg / 45.5lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Q950's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $3000
Cabinet type and Materials
KEF Q950 has a
Passive Radiator type cabinet and a MDF/Wood-grain vinyl finish.
Speaker Feet
KEF Q950 comes with the parts below which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on:
It is always recommended to use some kind of feet under all types of speakers. Besides limiting the movement of the speakers, it also compensates for non-flat surfaces and limits the contact surface area of the speaker. Rubber based feet also help isolating the vibrations within certain frequency ranges.
Port Position
KEF Q950 is a front-firing port speaker, which gives you more flexibility compared to rear firing speakers when you need to place it close against a wall or other surfaces.
Available colors
KEF Q950 is available in Walnut.
What's in the Box of KEF Q950?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Q950:
- Floorstanding loudspeaker
- 2 Outrigger feet
- 4 Spikes
- 6 Screws
- 6 Washers
- 4 Rubber inserts
- Hex-key
- Owners Manual
- Warranty Information
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the KEF Q950.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the KEF Q950, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for KEF Q950
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the KEF Q950 speaker:
Official Brochure for KEF Q950
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the KEF Q950 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for KEF Q950
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.