Kefs patented uniq driver array and worldclass bass driver designs bring the full scale and emotion of the theater directly into your home. The new uni q driver array is nothing short of a masterpiece. Throughout the 1990s kef continued to design class leading, innovative products from the budget coda 7 to the imposing reference series model 109, whilst at the same time maintaining a strong presence in the critical midpriced speaker market with the q series. Sounds like the exact same issue im having with my kef reference model ones with the uniq drivers. Kef sp14x reference 2, rdm 1, rdm 2, rdm 3, c75, 1034, 1053 tweeter nla discontinued contact us for option. One driver is clearly deformed from over excursion app. The heart of any kef speaker is its uni q driver array, which places both the midrange and high frequency driver unites in one coincident assembly. Q950 is the flagship model of the q series range, featuring the kef signature uniq driver array paired with 200mm 8 inch longthrow bass driver and matching abrs. We have options for most vintage repairs where original parts are no longer available. Kef speaker each white ci160qr uniq round best buy. Q series technologies explained kef kef international. Pair them up with a kef c100 centre speaker of the same generation design and you have an awesome home theatre system which presents a great. Kef q series technologies explained 4 all new uniq driver array the kef uniq driver array is a patented kef technology first developed in 1988 and used in the c series models 35, 55 and 75.
From kef s pov, because the midrange and high frequencies originate in the same point in space, their speakers offer a more accurate and focused stereo image with no need for a conventional. Kef audio speaker parts and components for sale in stock. If everything has gone fine, youre holding the uni q speaker in your hand which is still connected with the case through 4 wires. The e305 system combines uniq driver powered satellites with a carefully matched subwoofer for true hifi sound quality. The result, enhanced by kefs tangerine waveguide over the tweeter, is a more accurate threedimensional sound thats dispersed evenly throughout the room. Uni q s ultrawide dispersion is further enhanced through kef s tangerine waveguide over the tweeter dome. Behind the r series 2018 are a wealth of technical updates and improvements some trickledown from the reference and blade projects and some specific to the new. Personally i prefere their sound to the latest generation of uni q based speakers, but they do need driving with a good amp. Kef reference series tweeter replacement service for sp1530 driver repair service. I dont know about the other uniq drivers besides the hts300 series, qseries, rseries and ls50. The remarkable q350 speakers excel when space is limited and greater bass is needed. Aug 11, 2017 the kef reference line is also very good.
This unique constructiion allows kef speakers to act like a true pointsource and has excellent dispersion for listeners sitting offaxis. Kef uniq driver, sp1588 replacement speaker parts and repair. This reflexloaded floorstanding speaker is a nocompromise design, with a bold, dynamic and truthful performance. Get the best deals on kef vintage speakers when you shop the largest online selection at. Why we use kef blade two speakers and hegel h30 amplifiers trptk studio tour duration.
The crowning achievement is the signature uniq driver array, providing beautifully natural sound to every seat in the room. In that time, kefs research and development work has continued and its best technology has improved. Perfectly matched electronics provide the engine for the uni q, ensuring that every detail and every ounce of power is. How to remove the kef uniq speakers tweeter youtube. I could buy the uni q drivers up for auction on ebay right now and replace the tweeters in them nt19 with the model 2 tweeter nt25 and basically, i think, have the same thing as the midrange is the same on both. The kef q10 bookshelf speakers is a twoway system with the unique kef uniq driver design. Kef q10 uniq bookshelf speakers for sale us audio mart. Get the best deals on kef vintage speakers when you shop the largest. Kef reference series tweeter replacement service for sp1530. Jul 06, 20 a how to guide for the removal, repair and replacement of kef s sp47 or sp1446 tweeter as found in kef q15 through 95c range. Its a timealigned coaxial driver using a neodymium tweeter where the dustcap is normally located. Its a great time to upgrade your home theater system with the largest selection at. The kef q350 bookshelf speaker is the newest iteration of kef awardwinning q series.
Kefs patented uniq driver achieves what audio engineers have sought for decades. At the heart of the evolved q series is the uniq driver array. Jan 09, 2019 kef r5 7 1 atmos home theater speaker set ls3 5a spare parts music media accessories on carou kef uni q driver sp1588 kef uni q driver sp1588 kef b200 sp1070 bass mid speaker driver spare part replacement. Audiophile quality sound is derived from kefs uniqr driver array technology, providing your room with an expansive soundscape, excellent bass extension and so creating the perfect sound stage. I know all that because i took my q15s and q95cs apart and took pictures of them. Uniq ls50 employs revolutionary technology developed for blade, kefs latest flagship loudspeaker. Kef archives speaker exchange speaker repair, replacement. Not blade level but the uniq driver is also excellent on the reference line.
This is done by removing the outer ring and then removing the three screws with which the speaker is screwed in place. Kef q series technologies explained 4 all new uni q driver array the kef uni q driver array is a patented kef technology first developed in 1988 and used in the c series models 35, 55 and 75. The new uniq driver array is nothing short of a masterpiece. Kef s patented uni q driver array and worldclass bass driver designs bring the full scale and emotion of the theater directly into your home. Featuring the kef signature uniq driver array paired with an impressive 165mm 6. Kef blade 2 as replacement for reference 1072 audiogon. The uniq driver array places the tweeter in the centre of the midrange and bass cone, bringing the acoustic ideal of a single point source closer than ever. Perfectly matched electronics provide the engine for the uniq, ensuring that every detail and every ounce of power is. Nov 10, 2008 so there the c75s sat as i searched through ebay and audiogon looking for a suitable uni q driver replacement.
One driver is clearly deformed from over excursion apparently from being over driven. Home theater kef subwoofers offer dynamic, uncompressed and undistorted bass with heart pounding clarity envelopes you. Kefs signature innovation places the tweeter in the acoustic center of the midrange cone, bringing the acoustic ideal of a single point source closer than ever to realisation. New listing replacement diaphragm, kef, t27 type 6535. With over twenty years of continuous innovation and development the uni q driver array achieves a level of sound quality over a broad area simply not achieved from conventional speakers. Featuring a specially designed version of kefs legendary uniq driver array, muo can deliver all the glories of the original performance in fullrange, sensational sound. Free delivery, emi, cod possible on eligible purchases.
For the new q series a brand new 11th generation uniq has been developed. Uniqs ultrawide dispersion is further enhanced through kefs tangerine waveguide over the tweeter dome. The e305 system combines uni q driver powered satellites with a carefully matched subwoofer for true hifi sound quality. New system design to optimise the high resolution purity of the q series bookshelf speakers, the uniq driver is repositioned to the center of the cabinet to reduce unwanted internal resonance and adding refinement to sonic clarity and. Everyones ears are different, mine love the blades. I heard the older top of the line kef model at a dealer and i was not that enamored. The q350 contains an enhanced uniq driver array designed to smooth out treble frequencies, and reimagined crossovers to provide cleaner and more accurate bass. Find great deals on ebay for kef driver and kef uniq. We repair kef speakers using the original manufacturers replacement parts when available. The new midrange zflex surround smoothes the tweeter transition to the front baffle, which results in undistorted high frequencies. Featuring our signature kef uniq driver array with computational fluid dynamics cfd port design, the q350s deliver detailed natural sound with high clarity and tight bass. Kef s e series home theatre speaker system brings your music and movies to life thanks to a new 4.
Kef subwoofers offer dynamic, uncompressed and undistorted bass with heart pounding clarity envelopes you. I dont know about the other uni q drivers besides the hts300 series, q series, rseries and ls50. A few weeks later, i finally found a pair of c35s that appear to be a minimonitor version of the c75 only using just a single uniq driver in a smaller box. Of the many landmark innovations kef has pioneered, arguably the greatest of all is the uniq point source driver array, with its outstanding acoustic clarity and offaxis dispersion. Featuring the kef signature uni q driver array paired with an impressive 165mm 6. New system design to optimise the high resolution purity of the q series bookshelf speakers, the uni q driver is repositioned to the center of the cabinet to reduce unwanted internal resonance and adding refinement to sonic clarity and. Kef uniq drivers out of kef ls50s damaged cones but may be useful to someone. Wireless active sound system speakers ls50 wireless kef. I believe it was also used in all of the qx5 models of that time except the q95c, which used a beefier driver with a cast basket. You could look at getting the hts or hts2000 or hts3000 series 4.
Kef sp1084 b200 8 bass speaker woofer driver kef celeste 3 coda 2 8 ohms. The uniq driver is positioned in its center to minimize resonance and maintain purity of sound, and the closed cabinet construction reduces the load on components for cleaner bass. On the plus side, you know the driver pair is matched. Turns out the tweeter is easily removed, one screw and an easy desolder. We recommend having both uniq drivers serviced so you have a matched set. If everything has gone fine, youre holding the uniq speaker in your hand which is still connected with the case through 4 wires.
Ls50 wireless benefits from kef s nearsix decades of experience in acoustic research and design. The crowning achievement is the signature uni q driver array, providing beautifully natural sound to every seat in the room. The new midrange zflex surround smoothes the tweeter transition to the. Mounted in matched diecast housings, the passive radiator and kef uniq driver are covered by a clipon injection moulded grille specially profiled to minimise tunnel effects. We have parts for warranty and nonwarranty repairs. Hi there, ive currently in possession of 2 year old ls50s. Kef uniq driver, sp1588 replacement speaker parts and. The tangerine waveguide in this kef tower loudspeaker increases sound dispersion for immersive audio. Kef audio speaker parts and components for sale in stock ebay. Ls50 wireless benefits from kefs nearsix decades of experience in acoustic research and design. Usps express service is 35 days to customs with tracking. Both, one more so than the other have damage little fingers on the aluminium cones photos attached. Why arent there more speakers like the kef uniq driver. Sounds like the exact same issue im having with my kef reference model ones with the uni q drivers.
The q350 features a new cabinet, sleek new finishes, and an improved 6. The kef q10 bookshelf speakers is a twoway system with the unique kef uni q driver design. The uni q driver array places the tweeter in the centre of the midrange and bass cone, bringing the acoustic ideal of a single point source closer than ever. For the new q series a brand new 11th generation uni q has been developed.
Portable bluetooth speaker muo kef kef international. Q950 is the flagship model of the q series range, featuring the kef signature uni q driver array paired with 200mm 8 inch longthrow bass driver and matching abrs. This video demonstrated how to remove the tweeter from kef uniq speakers, since i can not find the info online, so i just made this video to share. If these are of value to you then a donation to sna would be a nice gesture. Kef uni q drivers out of kef ls50s damaged cones but may be useful to someone.
The fruits of this work can be seen in the 2014 reference series and the blade 2. The stylish ci160qr inceiling ultra thin bezel loudspeaker features a narrow rim allowing for flawless integration into your ceiling and kefs patented uniq driver, which spreads sound over a wider area enabling you to use less speakers while optimizing the soundstage. Kef r5 7 1 atmos home theater speaker set ls3 5a spare parts music media accessories on carou kef uni q driver sp1588 kef uni q driver sp1588 kef b200 sp1070 bass mid speaker driver spare part replacement. Unfollow speakers kef to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The lack of coherence on the blades is a new one to me.
Watch kef c75 speaker driver mb200 sp1237 woofer mint. Using the very latest uniq driver, specifically designed for this model, ls50 radiates an extremely large listening sweet spot and delivers a remarkably fast, clean sound. The result, enhanced by kef s tangerine waveguide over the tweeter, is a more accurate threedimensional sound thats dispersed evenly throughout the room. So there the c75s sat as i searched through ebay and audiogon looking for a suitable uniq driver replacement. A how to guide for the removal, repair and replacement of kefs sp47 or sp1446 tweeter as found in kef q15 through 95c range. Great deals on kef audio speaker parts and components. Of the many landmark innovations kef has pioneered, arguably the greatest of all is the uni q point source driver array, with its outstanding acoustic clarity and offaxis dispersion. Kef q series tweeter repair q15 q35 q55 q65 q75 q85 q95c. Explore a new dimension in sound with deep precision bass. The larger of the two bookshelf speakers available in the q series.
A few weeks later, i finally found a pair of c35s that appear to be a minimonitor version of the c75 only using just a single uni q driver in a smaller box. Ive been in contact with kef and the replacement cost is. Replacement diaphragm kef t27 type 6535 vintage tweeter 8 ohms. The stylish ci160qr inceiling ultra thin bezel loudspeaker features a narrow rim allowing for flawless integration into your ceiling and kef s patented uni q driver, which spreads sound over a wider area enabling you to use less speakers while optimizing the soundstage.
Apr 19, 2005 replacing the tweeter is actually quite simple. Complete your sound system with this kef tower loudspeaker. Unlike conventional speakers, the midrange cones are rigid magnesiumaluminum constructions that reduce breakup problems. Jan 03, 2014 this video demonstrated how to remove the tweeter from kef uniq speakers, since i can not find the info online, so i just made this video to share. At first, i thought it was a blown tweeter in one of the speakers, so i contacted kef support who are awesome by the way, and ordered a set of replacements. With over twenty years of continuous innovation and development the uniq driver array achieves a level of sound quality over a broad area simply not achieved.
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