May 15, 2014 kef is putting new technology to work in their reference line speakers. Discussion in home cinema speakers started by sticker, jun 17, 2003. Model 201 has four drive units, two of which are combined in the single 165mm 6. I know they are old models but i may have an opportunity to audition and purchase a pair but id like to go to any audition with some information about them.
Brochures often advertise certain specifications, the release date and the original price. The reference series is literally the reference against which highend audio speakers are judged. Kef reference series and blade two floorstanding speaker. Use this to complete your collection or to provide as a nice touch when you put your system on sale. The owners manual is used as an reference guide, instruction manual and instruction book. View online or download kef reference 2052 owners manual. Kef reference 5 floor standing speakers life style store. Jul 24, 2008 the kef reference 201 2 is a big standmounted monitor 16. Reference 2052, reference 2062ds, 2022, reference 2032, reference 2072, 2042, reference 2022c, reference 2042c.
In the reference 1 and 2c, kef has constructed a speaker that spares no expense from both a technology and construction perspective. Owners manu a l model 2012 model 2022c model 2032 model 2042c model 2052 model 2062ds model 2072 thank you f or purchasing kef ref erence series loudspeak ers. Kef reference series loudspeakers musicians workshop. The kef reference series is an exceptionally nice speaker, from one of the most respected brands in speaker manufacturing.
Kef reference 209 installation manual pdf download. The biggest collection of kef manuals and schematics. I currently have in mind qed silver anniversay, chord co. Kef reference 203 manual 3way loudspeaker system hifi. Jan 28, 2017 the kef reference 1 is a music lovers speaker.
Please click to learn more about how we test loudspeakers there. The same ultralow distortion lf driver for solid, crystal clear bass extension. But the 2072 is probably the most elegant example of the breed yet, with a curvaceous cabinet, shaped like a flattened teardrop in plan view, and finished in a choice of. The kef reference line has been a critically acclaimed success, and the 203s are the starting point for the floorstanding models.
Classical music fascinates any audiophile criteria are not meaningful, because the sound is so correct and natural that there is an effect of being in a live concert. One can hear the character of the bass lines from different type of. Oct 20, 2010 the reference 2012 shows just how good the companys realworld highend sound can be. My kef ref 2032 is driven by pass labs xp20 pre amp. At the high end, reference series model 2072 established itself as one of the worlds finest loudspeakers and the strength of kef s research and development capability was evidenced in all sectors from the affordable. The kef reference two are laid back for sure, but, capable of extracting the finer details in most of the recordings. One of the speakers shows a ding on the right bottom back edge of the cabinet completely out of sight when in use. View online or download kef reference 2012 owners manual. Owners manual model 201 2 model 2022c model 2032 model 2042c model 2052 model 2062ds model 2072 thank you for purchasing kef reference series loudspeakers. Talking of bass, if the user finds the sweet spot in the room, the speakers will reward him with extra low frequency extension down to. So even if you dont give a hoot about the technical wizardry that went into its design, thats fine the sound of music will be more than enough.
The reference 2012 shows just how good the companys realworld highend sound can be. But after eight years in the market, with only minor modifications to refine the performance, a significant update was in order. The kef reference 2012 is a big standmounted monitor 16. In addition to the acclaimed 2072, the reference series also features more compact 2052 and 2032 floorstanders, the 2012 bookshelf speaker, 2042c and 2022c center channel speakers, the 2062ds dipole surround speaker, and the 209 and 208 subwoofers. We have 6 kef reference 201 manuals available for free pdf download. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we encourage you to read. The kef reference 1 were more or less plonked down roughly in place, and the job was done. Kefs passion for perfection embodied in a tall threeway floorstander that aligns four powerful, extremely linear 165mm 6. Kef reference 200c center channel speaker specs cnet.
Kef reference 200c center channel speaker sign in to comment. One can hear the character of the bass lines from different type of recordings as well, not just feel it. Kef reference 2012 loudspeaker page 2 waiting for the spark from heaven to fall robert spanos new recording of brahmss ein deutsches requiem with the atlanta symphony and chorus cd, telarc cd80701 would be a daunting challenge for almost any standmounted loudspeaker, but, goosed by the nuvista, the kef reference 2012s simply nailed it. Kef reference series models 201, 202c, 203, 204c, 205. Kef 2022c reference center channel in beautiful high. The curved section cabinets are massively braced to eliminate box colorations, and. The kef 2032 is a mediumproportioned floorstander that occupies the sweetspot in kefs prestigious reference linea range of seven modelsthe majestic, fourway, 145pound reference 2072 holding court at the summit.
It has a topfiring port and a classic canoe prow profile. To purchase reference 201 spares or accessories, please contact the company via their website or visit an authorised retailer. View and download kef reference 2012 owners manual online. Kef 2022c reference center channel speaker those looking at this listing likely are well aware of the quality of kefs top line reference series speakers. Kef reference 1 lautsprecher testbericht fairaudio. Kef reference 201 manual 3way loudspeaker system hifi. One of the speakers shows a ding on the right bottom back edge of the cabinet. With the additional cost of the matching stands, the 201s came very close to the cost of the 203s, which made the 203s more of a popular choice.
By using the topspec version of the uniq coincident or coaxial drive unit, the 2012 manages to make the speaker seem less large than many threeways, presenting two 165mm cones to the listener. Kef reference 203 loudspeakers with matching reference 202c in beautiful maple real wood veneers. Kef 2022c reference center channel in beautiful high gloss. View and download kef 201 installation manual online. Kefs reference series has become something of a british hifi institution, and the history is worth retelling. It is a wonderful sounding speaker but is very ruthless imo to poor recordings because of its high resolution.
I will only ship within the uk so please dont waste either of our time by bidding i will just cancel your bid. There was quite a step up when they moved to the 2 version, so keep an eye out for ex demob stockex show. What cable should i be looking at for kef reference 201203 speakers. They got a tiny wee bit better sounding through some real care and attention as in, stopping one of them from wobbling a bit, and making sure they were level, but in audiophile installation terms this is. These ha ve been designed to faithfully r eproduce high. If your living near a kef dealer who has the reference range to hand pop in and. Kef reference 203 loudspeakers the reference 203 shares all the technical virtuosity of the 207 and 205, only on a slightly smaller scale. Feb 14, 2012 hi everyone, another speaker question has anyone got any experience of the kef reference 2011. The r series are great loudspeakers for the money, but the reference series kef has raised the performance to an entirely different level. Reference 2012 arguably the ultimate full range bookshelf loudspeaker, model 2012 has all the benefits of the latest reference technology. These have been designed to faithfully reproduce high quality sound over many years of use and should provide realistic reproduction of music and speech. Speakers are in mint condition with original boxes and manual. This website is not affiliated with or sponsored by kef.
Five drive units in a fourway configuration are employed in the model three. The cornerstone of this series and of all kefs patented speaker technologies is the 2072 floorstander, kefs flagship loudspeaker. The reference 4c uses our groundbreaking 5 inch uniq point source driver array, which consists of both the high frequency and mid frequency drivers, and is. The tweeter at the centre of the midrange cone now has a vented threemagnet motor system and a unique new braced dome, creating a perfectly timealigned point source whose directivity is optimised by the reprofiled cone. Kef reference 4c center channel loudspeaker high gloss. Kef reference for sale in uk 17 used kef references. The 2000s produced a continued strong performance from the everevolving q series, a stylish new xq series and massive success with the kht2005 the now iconic egg system. Kef is putting new technology to work in their reference line speakers. Important safety information kef kef international. The reference series is a much more sophisticated speaker and employs many new patented ideas as well as build concepts in use by other companies here is a list of the differences. If any damage is apparent, you should notify your dealer immediately. They are slightly different in character than the other kefs i have owned, definitely more mid range oomph and a slight bit less high end air transparency, but by only the smallest amounts. The kef reference model 2012 bookshelf loudspeakers feature kefs latest uniq driver array is the most naturalsounding yet.
Bass is taut, fast and extended with superb delineation of texture presented by a cabinet whose finish is. To purchase reference 203 spares or accessories, please contact the company via their website or visit an. Find the user manual you need for your audio device and more at manualsonline. Kefs no stranger to designing big, multidriver, multienclosure speakers for its reference series. The baby of the range, the 2012 is a threeway standmount. Kef reference model 2012 speakers pair archive hifix. Jun 02, 2008 kef reference 203 2 vs wilson audio sophia 3. A kef uniq coincident tweetermidrange driveunit stands proud of the front baffle in a bulgy cowling that extends beyond the top of the cabinet. View the kef reference 2032 manual for free or ask your question to other kef reference 2032 owners. Standen er god, dog lidt misfarvninger pa plastkanterne rundt om enhederne. Owners manual model 2012 model 2022c model 2032 model 2042c model 2052 model 2062ds model 2072 thank you for purchasing kef reference series loudspeakers. Kef reference 201 copes with the kick of big japanese drum better than many less expensive floor speaker systems. View online or download kef reference 201 installation manual. Reference series models 201, 202c, 203, 204c, 205, 206ds, 207 the 1994 kef reference series proved a major success with good, steady sales all round the world.
Home forums home audio video forums home cinema speakers kef ref speaker cable needed. Aug 09, 2016 the kef reference series is an exceptionally nice speaker, from one of the most respected brands in speaker manufacturing. All loudspeaker measurements are performed independently at the national research council of canada. Kef 201 reference bookshelf speakers pair 2291 monitors. Kef manuals, schematics and brochures hifi manuals. This product is now no longer able to be purchased. Installation and operation then, unpack the speakers carefully and inspect for any sign of damage. Download the kef 208 manuals for free hifi manuals.
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