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AKEF Q1 MetaBKlipsch RP-500M II
Click either cabinet to swap A ↔ B · Reference height: 344 mm (34.4 cm) · 1 mm = 1.63 px
KEF Q1 MetavsKlipsch RP-500M II
The Klipsch RP-500M II stands 34.4 cm tall — about 4.2 cm more than the KEF Q1 Meta at 30.2 cm. At 92 dB against 86 dB, the Klipsch RP-500M II is the easier load to drive and plays louder from the same amplifier. On price, the KEF Q1 Meta sits higher — about $749 a pair against $549 for the Klipsch RP-500M II.
| A | B | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | KEF | Klipsch |
| Model | Q1 Meta | RP-500M II |
| HiFi ladder position | #53 of 255 bookshelf | #105 of 255 bookshelf |
| Height | 302 mm | 344 mm |
| Width | 180 mm | 171 mm |
| Depth | 277 mm | 270 mm |
| Weight | 6.1 kg | 5.95 kg |
| Enclosure | bass-reflex-rear | bass-reflex-rear |
| Drivers | 1× 25 mm tweeter (MAT aluminium dome), 1× 130 mm mid-bass (aluminium cone) | 1× 25 mm tweeter (titanium LTS dome), 1× 133 mm mid-bass (Cerametallic cone) |
| Crossover frequency | 2100 Hz | 1530 Hz |
| Frequency — low | 51 Hz | 50 Hz |
| Frequency — high | 20000 Hz | 25000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | 86 dB | 92 dB |
| Impedance | 4 Ω | 8 Ω |
| Recommended amp | 10–150 W | — |
| MAP (USD) | $749 / pair | $549 / pair |
| Where to buy | Check availability ↗ | Check availability ↗ |
| Brand website | international.kef.com ↗ | klipsch.com ↗ |
| Product page | Open product page ↗ | Open product page ↗ |
Larger value highlighted in green. For low-frequency extension, lower Hz = greater bass reach, so the deeper side is highlighted.