KEF
KEF LS50 Meta
A solid mid-range pick in the home audio speakers line-up, with Bookshelf up front.
58/100
Bookshelf3-wayMineral WhiteFlexible PortVented aluminiumAluminium cone
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Why we rate it
- Ported (bass reflex)
- Concentric driver (Uni-Q etc.)
- Above-average tweeter size
- Above-average woofer size
- No active (powered)
- Below-average woofer count
Score profile
Scored against the home audio speakers classWhere the KEF LS50 Meta wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Form factor
Form factorBookshelf
Ported (bass reflex)Yes
Port positionFlexible Port
Drivers
N-way design3
Tweeter count1
Tweeter size25 mm
Tweeter typeVented aluminium
Woofer count1
Woofer size130 mm
Woofer materialAluminium cone
Drivers per speaker2
Concentric driver (Uni-Q etc.)Yes
Power and sensitivity
Recommended amp power40 W
Peak power100 W
Design
Cabinet materialDough Moulding Compound (DMC)
FinishMineral White
More specs
BookshelfYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowKEF LS50 Meta vs Wharfedale Diamond 12.0
KEF LS50 MetaDiamond 12.0
| KEFKEF LS50 MetaThis page | WharfedaleDiamond 12.0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58 /100 | 58 /100 |
| Form factor | Bookshelf | Bookshelf |
| Way | 3 | 2 |
| Sensitivity db | — | 87 |
Who it's for
Is the KEF LS50 Meta right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable home audio speaker for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need active (powered), in which case a higher-tier home audio speaker is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the KEF LS50 Meta worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 58/100 against other home audio speakers, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the KEF LS50 Meta?
Its ported (bass reflex) stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the KEF Q Concerto Meta?
The KEF Q Concerto Meta scores 59/100 versus this one at 58/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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