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5-year warranty & 30-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on AV.com.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | AV.com Standard | AV.com Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
10-year warranty & 180-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on AV.com.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | AV.com Standard | AV.com Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
The product price includes 5 years' warranty and 30 day money back guarantee.
However, the AV.com extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers.
The highlights of this enhanced warranty service are:
Please note that this extended warranty is currently only available on products sold within the UK, EU or EEA, and is subject to the terms and conditions as detailed on the extended warranty certificate provided.
For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.
This enhanced warranty is in addition to the standard AV.com and manufacturer warranty policies, and the AV.com terms and conditions of trade. No statement or condition of sale contained within these terms affects or restricts your statutory rights as defined under the Consumer Contracts Regulation 2014.
Finance from £33.83 per month (APR Rep. 14.90%) 0% finance available.
Buy on finance from £33.83 per month Finance from £33.83 per month
Please note: This is only available where all items in the order are dispatched in a single delivery. Gear4music Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA FRN 706272) and acts as a credit intermediary and not a lender, offering credit products provided by a limited number of finance providers, including Klarna Bank AB (publ). Finance is only available to permanent UK residents aged 18+, subject to status, terms and conditions apply.
To make it as easy as possible for you to get the gear you want, we offer a range of instant finance options. If you spend £250 or more online, you can choose to pay over 12, 24, 36 or 48 months. The majority of decisions are given instantly, so you could get your new gear sooner than you thought!
Representative Example
To help you understand how our finance options work, the examples below are based on a total order value of £250:
| Finance | APR Rep. | Deposit to Pay | Payments | Total Payable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 months | 0.00% | No Deposit | 12 months: £20.83Final Payment: £20.83No settlement fee | £250.00 |
| 24 months | 19.90% | No Deposit | 24 months: £12.96Final Payment: £12.96No settlement fee | £311.04 |
| 36 months | 19.90% | No Deposit | 36 months: £9.46Final Payment: £9.46No settlement fee | £340.56 |
| 48 months | 14.90% | No Deposit | 48 months: £7.05Final Payment: £7.05No settlement fee | £338.40 |
How to Apply
Applying for finance couldn't be easier - if your order totals £250 or more, simply proceed through the checkout as normal, then select Pay by Klarna Finance on the payment page, then click the orange PLACE ORDER USING FINANCE button. This will start your application with Klarna Retail Finance, our finance partner, and completing this form should take approximately 10 minutes.
You should get an instant answer on whether your application has been successful, though in some rare cases Klarna may need to look at the application in more detail.
Please note: This is only available on orders placed via the website consisting of a single delivery, and is not available in store or via phone currently. Warranties can not be purchased on finance. If you wish to purchase warranties, please choose another payment method or contact us after placing your order and we'll be happy to help you.
To make it as easy as possible for you to get the gear you want, we offer a range of instant finance options. If you spend £250 or more online, you can choose to pay over 12, 24, 36 or 48 months. The majority of decisions are given instantly, so you could get your new gear sooner than you thought!
Representative Example
To help you understand how our finance options work, the examples below are based on a total order value of £250:
| Finance | APR Rep. | Deposit to Pay | Payments | Total Payable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 months | 0.00% | No Deposit | 12 months: £20.83Final Payment: £20.83No settlement fee | £250.00 |
| 24 months | 19.90% | No Deposit | 24 months: £12.96Final Payment: £12.96No settlement fee | £311.04 |
| 36 months | 19.90% | No Deposit | 36 months: £9.46Final Payment: £9.46No settlement fee | £340.56 |
| 48 months | 14.90% | No Deposit | 48 months: £7.05Final Payment: £7.05No settlement fee | £338.40 |
How to Apply
Applying for finance couldn't be easier - if your order totals £250 or more, simply proceed through the checkout as normal, then select Pay by Klarna Finance on the payment page, then click the orange PLACE ORDER USING FINANCE button. This will start your application with Klarna Retail Finance, our finance partner, and completing this form should take approximately 10 minutes.
You should get an instant answer on whether your application has been successful, though in some rare cases Klarna may need to look at the application in more detail.
Please note: This is only available on orders placed via the website consisting of a single delivery, and is not available in store or via phone currently. Warranties can not be purchased on finance. If you wish to purchase warranties, please choose another payment method or contact us after placing your order and we'll be happy to help you.
Key Features
The KEF R2 Meta Centre Speaker is an industry-leading bookshelf speaker which delivers immaculate audio quality for home theatre and hi-fi environments. Employing the latest 12th-generation Uni-Q drivers, bespoke conical waveguides and Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MATTM), these revolutionary speakers set the benchmark for bookshelf speakers to follow. Advanced cabinet design offers crystal clear audio with Shadow Flare design matched with Constrained Layer Damping for ultimate stability to reduce unwanted cabinet vibrations.
Delivering a powerful and clear sound, the KEF R2 Meta Centre Speaker's flexible bass port ensures you hear only what the speaker reproduces and not the unwanted resonances. Achieved through Computational Fluid Dynamic design, turbulence is effectively removed. Sound meets style as the KEF R2 Meta Centre Speaker's stripped-back and timeless aesthetic is suited to fit any home environment. Utilise the customised microfibre grilles to protect your speakers without worrying about interfering with the stunning audio quality.
Product Ref: 251897
A result of decades of research, the R series delivers sound with more detail and a deeper insight for exciting listening every time you experience it. This class-leading invention set the benchmark for speaker design to follow. The revolutionary Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MATTM) is integrated along with the latest Uni-Q driver for a refined performance.
A combination of 12th generation Uni-Q driver array with MATTM technology, the sound of the R Series is unrivalled. Enhanced for generation 12, the Uni-Q Driver's conical waveguide has been specifically designed for the bespoke drive found within the speaker. Add to this the re-engineered tweeter gap damper which places two rings of porous material, taming imperfections and resonances highly-effectively, thus greatly improving detail and clarity.
Originally designed for The Reference, the Shadow Flare reduces harmful cabinet diffraction, allowing the 12th-generation Uni-Q to work to its potential. Moving the tweeter, it no longer has line of sight to the cabinet edges, eliminating the 'shadow region' at the point where the potential for diffraction is highest. This results in improved clarity in the high frequencies for a thrilling audio experience.
Precision-designed bass drivers in the R2 delivers powerful and articulate bass frequencies. Built using a two-part structure, a shallow concave aluminium skin sits atop a paper cone, the cone's unique geometry combines with this rigid design to reduce unwanted resonances. The onboard driver magnet system creates a uniform magnetic field to reduce harmonic distortion across the low-end frequcnies for precise and powerful bass. The result is exceptionally deep and agile bass that reveals every last bit of detail and punch available in the deep.
Innoative flexible walls in the KEF R2 speaker means you hear only the drivers and not the unwanted resonances. Computational fluid dynamics is used to calculate each drivers profile and flare, effectively reduces the onset of turbulence whilst the flexible walls prevent longitudinal resonances from colouring the midrange.
Internal resonances can cause the speaker cabinet to vibrate, causing noise. Employing KEF's Constrained Layer Damping to work alongside the internal bracing, the KEF R2 ensures the cabinet stays inert by connecting the drivers cabinet. Transforming vibration into heat, the cabinet of the R2 Speaker is effectively silent, reproducing only the sound from the original source material.
Capable of being used as a centre speaker or in an LCR configuration, the KEF R2 is suitable for a wide range of home-listening environments. Identically sized Uni-Q arrays are deployed on the centre speakers and all other models in the series. This creates a consistent sound character, therefore ensuring that the focus is entirely on the film and not the equipment around the room.
Engineered for optimal performance with or without a grille, the microfibre grille are crafted from multiple layers of material with burnished edges for a suede-like feel. Perfect for prortecting your speakers, 1,801 precision-cut holes are used to help enhance the look of your speakers without effecting the sound quality.
| Design | Three-way closed box |
|---|---|
| Drive Units | HF: 25mm (1in.) Vented Aluminium Dome with MATMF: 125mm (5in.) Aluminium Cone |
| Bass Driver | LF: 2x 130mm (5.25in.) hybrid aluminium |
| Crossover frequency | 56-Hz, 2.5kHZ |
| Frequency range (-6db) | 58Hz - 50kHZ |
| Typical in-room bass response (-6dB) | 43Hz |
| Frequency response +/-3dB | 67HZ - 28kHZ |
| Harmonic Distortion (90dB, 1m) | <1 84Hz and above |
| Maximum output | 110dB |
| Amplifier requirements | 15 - 200W |
| Nominal impedance | 4 Ohms (min 3.2 Ohms) |
| Sensitivity (2.83V/1m) | 87dB |
| Weight | 15.4KG |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 175 x 550 x 309 mm (6.9 x 21.7 x 12.2 in) |
| Product code | SP4057A1AA |
