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KEF R7 Series Passive 3-Way Floor Speaker (Various Colors)

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Best Buy has select KEF R/R3/R7 Series Passive Speakers on clearance below. Shipping is free or select free store pickup where available.

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Best Buy has the KEF R line on sale.
R3 at 1099.99
R2C at 649.99
May be able to get even lower with open box items.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/kef-...Id=6309092
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Model: KEF - R3 Series Passive 3-Way Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) - Black Gloss

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I'm in for a pair of these R3's.

I have LS50's (original) and they're great. I mostly listen at low levels, but I do turn it up a bit now and then and that's when the 50's disappoint.

I'm expecting the R3's to fix that.

I had a pair of KEF Reference One's for many years and should never have sold them.




Based on what? They have speakers are many price points, including a model that's regularly on sale for under $500

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spooky42
05-19-2023 at 08:01 PM.
05-19-2023 at 08:01 PM.
Bestbuy has black R3 back in stock. So does Amazon for 1099. Just ordered one from amazon
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ckk0003
05-19-2023 at 08:38 PM.
05-19-2023 at 08:38 PM.
Thanks. Got R7 open box for $720 each and R2C for $550 - hope Manufacturers warranty applies without any issues for open box
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natsumi
05-19-2023 at 10:59 PM.
05-19-2023 at 10:59 PM.
Quote from spooky42 :
Bestbuy has black R3 back in stock. So does Amazon for 1099. Just ordered one from amazon

Looks like it's out again. Able to add to cart but on checkout it's out of stock. Amazon isn't showing stock either. ;(
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05-20-2023 at 08:11 AM.
05-20-2023 at 08:11 AM.
Quote from khalid7412002 :
see if you can haggle

I got R11s for $1200 each in excellent condition

The guys in the audio section seemed like dicks. They didn't even want to mark them down to the 775 price that it was showing online. Let alone to go lower then that.
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maxpowers
05-20-2023 at 10:05 AM.
05-20-2023 at 10:05 AM.
Are these a huge upgrade to the studio 580's? I have the 580's setup with a RC263 and infinite bipolar surrounds and svs pb2000
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Ajax77
05-20-2023 at 01:03 PM.
05-20-2023 at 01:03 PM.
Quote from Sirerdrick :
I currently am running Klipsch KF-28 which I purchased probably a decade or so ago.
I've always seen KEF deals come and go and see a lot of hype for them.
On a scale of 1-10, how blown away am I going to be if I upgrade from my Klipsch setup to the KEF R7?
I am expecting answers of 11 or more of course, but appreciate any real feedback.
I may just go ahead and drive to my local Best Buy in hopes that they have some out to listen to.

[edit] Ok, so maybe actually sold out haha?

It seems like it's back in stock. I would say this is a definite and considerable upgrade. Specially for music listening. You should find them more detailed but at the same time less harsh. If you have proper positioning and decent room acoustics, you should also feel much better soundstage. Having said this, take into account I'm talking about the speaker's capabilites, if the source or the amp are not good enough, ypu won't be able to get the most out of them. Also, Klipsch are horn speakers, which have a considerably different sound profile, so in that regard, it comes down to personal preference.
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veereshai
05-20-2023 at 01:36 PM.
05-20-2023 at 01:36 PM.
Quote from chris431 :
Local store was out of these but offered Blade 2 Meta's for same price. Well worth it.

What was the price you got them for?
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05-20-2023 at 02:16 PM.
05-20-2023 at 02:16 PM.
Quote from veereshai :
What was the price you got them for?
$500 I'm sure.
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05-20-2023 at 07:52 PM.
05-20-2023 at 07:52 PM.
Quote from Ajax77 :
It seems like it's back in stock. I would say this is a definite and considerable upgrade. Specially for music listening. You should find them more detailed but at the same time less harsh. If you have proper positioning and decent room acoustics, you should also feel much better soundstage. Having said this, take into account I'm talking about the speaker's capabilites, if the source or the amp are not good enough, ypu won't be able to get the most out of them. Also, Klipsch are horn speakers, which have a considerably different sound profile, so in that regard, it comes down to personal preference.
Thank you for the helpful reply!
Would a quality preamp with these be helpful?
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05-20-2023 at 08:00 PM.
05-20-2023 at 08:00 PM.
Quote from Sirerdrick :
Thank you for the helpful reply!
Would a quality preamp with these be helpful?

I would say decent preamp and DAC (if listening to digital) is OK, but the amplifier should be be either good or great. Some speakers are more demanding than others when it comes to amplification, but rule of thumb, I would get something better than your average AV receiver. Stereo amplifiers (integrated or not) that cost tge same as said receivers should be an acceptable starting point.
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05-20-2023 at 09:00 PM.
05-20-2023 at 09:00 PM.
Quote from veereshai :
What was the price you got them for?

Lol he got 25k speakers for 1500? Keep smoking the pipe dream
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05-20-2023 at 10:12 PM.
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Quote from Greenworld123 :
Lol he got 25k speakers for 1500? Keep smoking the pipe dream

It was a simple question to a specific person, not sure why it bothers other folks in the thread.
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05-21-2023 at 05:41 AM.
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Quote from Ajax77 :
I would say decent preamp and DAC (if listening to digital) is OK, but the amplifier should be be either good or great. Some speakers are more demanding than others when it comes to amplification, but rule of thumb, I would get something better than your average AV receiver. Stereo amplifiers (integrated or not) that cost tge same as said receivers should be an acceptable starting point.
If I were to just stick with a nice receiver, would my current HTR-7065 fit the bill, or would I:be best served upgrading?
If I stay in the Yamaha family, would any of their products fit the bill, if an upgrade is needed? I'm guessing the answer is "yes"
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05-21-2023 at 05:51 AM.
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Quote from Sirerdrick :
If I were to just stick with a nice receiver, would my current HTR-7065 fit the bill, or would I:be best served upgrading?
If I stay in the Yamaha family, would any of their products fit the bill, if an upgrade is needed? I'm guessing the answer is "yes"

Does your receiver have pre-outs? A good middle ground could be using your receiver as the preamp and add another power amp to power the fronts. That way you can use it for both home theater and stereo listening without compromising much.
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05-21-2023 at 07:32 AM.
05-21-2023 at 07:32 AM.
Quote from maxpowers :
Are these a huge upgrade to the studio 580's? I have the 580's setup with a RC263 and infinite bipolar surrounds and svs pb2000
yes a huge upgrade. much more accurate and more neutral / uncolored
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