Compact three-way centre speaker
In smaller environments, Reference 2c has the power to immerse you in your music or the action on screen as much as its larger sibling.
SOUND
With a 125mm (5-in.) Uni-Q point source driver array flanked by two powerful 165mm (6.5-in.) bass drivers the Reference 2c reveals dynamics and spatial precision with absolute clarity. In smaller spaces, Reference 2c has the power to immerse you in the music or the action on screen as much as its larger sibling.
Two drivers, a single point
At the heart of The Reference is the Uni-Q™ point source driver array. A state-of-the-art vented aluminium dome tweeter at the exact acoustic centre of a highly sophisticated midrange driver that delivers flawless natural sound across a wider listening area.
A strong foundation
Clean, rich and articulate bass is the foundation of great stereo or multichannel sound. KEF's Reference Series bass driver has a massive vented magnet assembly, a large aluminium voice coil and an exceptionally light and stiff alloy cone. Whatever the volume, dynamics and power handling are superb.
The smallest details, revealed
Shadow Flare drastically reduces harmful cabinet diffraction, allowing the Uni-Q to work at its highest level. A precision-designed surface extends the waveguide effect of Uni-Q for improved clarity, particularly when it comes to the subtle nuances of plucked strings and other percussive sounds.
Computer-modelled perfection
Hand finished in pair-matched wood veneers, The Reference cabinets have computer-optimised bracing geometry to minimise secondary radiation from the sides and Constrained Layer Damping to turn what little vibration is left into heat.
Fighting turbulence
Flexible port technology is used to reduce port resonance. Each port is adjustable to allow users to modify the sound to suit their room. The flare and profile of each port is calculated by computational fluid dynamics to avoid turbulent air noise that might colour the sound.
Hand-picked components
KEF’s engineers use advanced software to model the ideal crossover. But every component is auditioned by the ultimate measure: the human ear. Perfection takes time, but the results are plain to hear. Reference crossovers are even decoupled from the cabinet to minimise vibration and crosstalk.
The Details
SPECIFICATIONS
Model
REFERENCE 2c
Design
Three-way closed box
Drive Units
HF: 25mm (1in.) vented aluminium dome
MF: 125mm (5in.) aluminium
LF: 2 x165mm (6.5in.) aluminium
MF: 125mm (5in.) aluminium
LF: 2 x165mm (6.5in.) aluminium
Frequency range free field (-6dB)
65Hz - 45kHz
Frequency range typical in room bass response (-6dB)
46Hz
Frequency response (±3dB)
80Hz – 35kHz
Crossover frequency
350Hz, 2.8kHz
Amplifier Requirements
50 - 300W
Sensitivity (2.83V/ 1m)
87.5dB
Harmonic distortion 2nd & 3rd harmonics (90dB, 1m)
<0.5% 40Hz – 100kHz
<0.2% 200Hz – 10kHz
<0.2% 200Hz – 10kHz
Maximum output (peak sound pressure level at 1m with pink noise)
113.5dB
Impedance
8Ω (min. 3.2Ω)
Weight
22.79kg (50.26lbs.)
Dimensions - with grille, terminal & plinth (H x W x D)
205mm x 630mm x 325mm
(8.1 in x 24.8 in x12.8 in)
(8.1 in x 24.8 in x12.8 in)
** KEF reserves the right, in line with continuing research and development, to amend or change specifications. E&OE. **
KEF reserves the right, in line with continuing research and development, to amend or change specifications. E&OE.
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