The KEF Reference 5 ranks #23 out of 163 total Large Size Floorstanding Speakers for sound quality. See all Passive Home rankings for every top pick.
Brand: KEF
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#23 KEF Reference 5: $19,000 per pair Discontinued Estimated eBay
Newer model: the KEF Reference 5 Meta, ranked higher, estimated 4.8/5.
Matching center: the KEF Reference 4c (rated 4.1/5).
Pros: A tall three-way tower with KEF’s Uni-Q array, a 1” aluminium tweeter inside a 5” aluminium midrange, between four 6.5” aluminium woofers, plus interchangeable port tubes to tune the bass to the room. KEF’s own measurements show a very smooth listening window and sound power. Sensitivity is 90dB.
Cons: KEF’s data is not reliable below 200Hz, so it has no preference score; the rating is estimated from it and the Reference 5 Meta that replaced it. It weighs 60kg each. Discontinued.
Related speakers: KEF Reference 203.
How it compares: Just above it: Paradigm Founder 120H - $14500 cheaper, 5Hz higher bass extension (-3dB). Just below it: Infinity Interlude IL60 - $17500 cheaper, 1Hz lower bass extension (-3dB).
| DIY Kit | No |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 53.1”H x 8.1”W x 18.5”D (1350 x 205 x 470 mm) |
| Drivers | Uni-Q array: 1” (25mm) aluminium dome tweeter, 5” (125mm) aluminium midrange; 4x 6.5” (165mm) aluminium woofers |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz-35kHz ±3dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 90dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 132.3 lbs (60 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, interchangeable port tubes |
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