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Nov 3, 2025 1:13 PM

KEF LS50 Meta & LS50 Meta Wireless speakers on sale for $1200 and $2000

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KEF LS50 Meta Regular price $1600/pair, on sale for $1200
Passive speakers that require amplifier

KEF LS50 Meta wireless II regular price $3000/pair, on sale for $2000
Active speakers with built-in music player with app integration

Choice of several colors.

On sale at KEF Direct and many authorized sellers:

LS50 META Passive:
https://us.kef.com/products/ls50-...PmG7gE0f1T

https://www.amazon.com/KEF-LS50-M...RB541?th=1

https://www.bestbuy.com/product/k...ku/6434268

https://www.crutchfield.com/p_991...tml?tp=186

LS50 Wireless (Active):
https://us.kef.com/products/ls50-...rrency=USD

https://www.amazon.com/KEF-LS50-Wireless-Carbon-Black/dp/B08JQPPB9F?crid=1YDTO8HHU3MEF&keywords=kef+... [amazon.com]

https://www.bestbuy.com/product/k...JXXYVRZ72R

https://www.crutchfield.com/S-S3Mb15mSq8E/p_991LS50W2W/KEF-LS50-Wireless-II-Mineral-White.html?nis=8... [crutchfield.com]
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KEF LS50 Meta Regular price $1600/pair, on sale for $1200
Passive speakers that require amplifier

KEF LS50 Meta wireless II regular price $3000/pair, on sale for $2000
Active speakers with built-in music player with app integration

Choice of several colors.

On sale at KEF Direct and many authorized sellers:

LS50 META Passive:
https://us.kef.com/products/ls50-...PmG7gE0f1T

https://www.amazon.com/KEF-LS50-M...RB541?th=1

https://www.bestbuy.com/product/k...ku/6434268

https://www.crutchfield.com/p_991...tml?tp=186

LS50 Wireless (Active):
https://us.kef.com/products/ls50-...rrency=USD

https://www.amazon.com/KEF-LS50-Wireless-Carbon-Black/dp/B08JQPPB9F?crid=1YDTO8HHU3MEF&keywords=kef+... [amazon.com]

https://www.bestbuy.com/product/k...JXXYVRZ72R

https://www.crutchfield.com/S-S3Mb15mSq8E/p_991LS50W2W/KEF-LS50-Wireless-II-Mineral-White.html?nis=8... [crutchfield.com]

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KEF's LS50 Meta line is a compact audiophile speaker known for detailed, holographic mids and strong clarity, with the Wireless version fitting a simpler all in one setup. The passive LS50 Meta needs a separate amp and often a subwoofer, and placement away from walls helps it shine. The sale price around $1200 is higher than past lows near $999, with recertified and other new options sometimes cheaper. It is a refined pick for listeners who can match the system around it.

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  • Yes. The LS50 Meta is a passive speaker, so it needs a separate amp and source, and its 85 dB sensitivity and 79 Hz F3 mean a subwoofer is often needed for fuller bass and room-filling output. A higher-current, refined amp helps it perform at its best.

    Backhome77Zorbat1446whodiinimacpro

  • $1200 is below the current list price, but it is not the lowest price mentioned for this model. The sale is described as starting in early November 2024 and likely the lowest price this year, while the recurring promo price is cited as $999 and used pairs are often around $800.

    zzfaithlezzmacproStaticksrealmccoy12406

  • Yes, especially in a small room and when placed away from walls, but bass is still limited without a sub. Removing the rear baffles and using EQ can add usable bass, and pairing with a sub like a Rythmik F12 or KEF KC62 fills in the low end.

    Minisci15MelodiousThunkmacpro

  • Yes, A4L has recertified LS50s for $999, which is cheaper than the new-sale price. The tradeoff is that recertified units can arrive with scratches, and returns may be costly because of restocking fees.

    Fantsurfdog

  • Yes. Crutchfield via eBay has new LS50 Meta colors listed around $1030-$1080, and ABT is also mentioned at the same $1199 price with possible Amex, new-customer, military, teacher, or first-responder discounts.

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Nov 3, 2025 4:26 PM
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StrongHorn531Nov 3, 2025 4:26 PM
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How are these compare to ones on Costco ?
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Nov 3, 2025 4:48 PM
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FantNov 3, 2025 4:48 PM
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Quote from StrongHorn531 View quoted comment :
How are these compare to ones on Costco ?
Costco are the smaller LT ones
Nov 3, 2025 5:22 PM
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hondajackaNov 3, 2025 5:22 PM
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Previous years these went down to $1k during the holidays. Hopefully tariffs don't prevent them dropping to the same price again this year.
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Nov 3, 2025 7:11 PM
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Quote from hondajacka View quoted comment :
Previous years these went down to $1k during the holidays. Hopefully tariffs don't prevent them dropping to the same price again this year.
Yes I bought my two pairs of LS50's on sale for $999. But I'm skeptical that they will go any cheaper than $1200 due to market conditions.
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Nov 3, 2025 7:17 PM
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Quote from StrongHorn531 View quoted comment :
How are these compare to ones on Costco ?
The KEF LSX at Costco ($600) is an active/powered speaker, more akin to the LS50 Wireless. Both versions of LS50's are an audiophile speaker and intended for those can discern (and appreciate) the smallest details in music.
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Nov 3, 2025 7:45 PM
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zzfaithlezzNov 3, 2025 7:45 PM
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Quote from hondajacka View quoted comment :
Previous years these went down to $1k during the holidays. Hopefully tariffs don't prevent them dropping to the same price again this year.
If you look at price tracker (camels), the sale started at beginning of November 2024. So this is likely the lowest price this year.
Nov 3, 2025 8:48 PM
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FantNov 3, 2025 8:48 PM
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A4L already has the recertified versions of the ls50 for $999 if you want it a little cheaper.

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Nov 4, 2025 12:52 AM
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LomicNov 4, 2025 12:52 AM
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For anyone interested in these, I just noticed my Amex offers has a $100 off $750 at ABT.com, who have the LS50s at the same $1199 price as elsewhere.

They also have $25 off for new customers, or $50 off $500 for military/teachers/first responders. Can also try stacking cash back sites.
Nov 4, 2025 1:03 AM
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realmccoy12406Nov 4, 2025 1:03 AM
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Quote from hondajacka View quoted comment :
Previous years these went down to $1k during the holidays. Hopefully tariffs don't prevent them dropping to the same price again this year.
Correct $1000.00 last year on the passive Metas.My finger twitched over the buy now button for a month, but just couldn't do it for some reason. Found a pair of Polk Legend L 100's that had dropped to $400.00 and snagged those.I am totally satisfied with the sound after years of buying, trying, returning or reselling many speakers. Having said all that it's buying season and at maybe $800.00 I'd try the LS50 Metas.
Nov 4, 2025 2:10 AM
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surfdogNov 4, 2025 2:10 AM
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Quote from Fant View quoted comment :

A4L already has the recertified versions of the ls50 for $999 if you want it a little cheaper.
Yes, recertified for $999.

That means they can arrive 'with scratches, etc.'. In other words, recertified does not mean the condition of the cabinet is 'like new'... A4L does not guarantee to be 'scratch free' and it will be expensive to return with re-stocking fees, etc. if you do not like the (possible) scratches that it arrives to you with.

You may have had many great experiences with their 'recertified" items before... But that's what A4L customer support told me, so you are taking a risk.
Nov 4, 2025 2:56 AM
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LomicNov 4, 2025 2:56 AM
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I also just noticed that Crutchfield via EBay has a couple colors available (new) for $1030-1080.
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Quote from Lomic View quoted comment :
I also just noticed that Crutchfield via EBay has a couple colors available (new) for $1030-1080.
All those i see are either listed as used / preowned / open-box
Nov 4, 2025 4:55 PM
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Backhome77Nov 4, 2025 4:55 PM
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Quote from StrongHorn531 View quoted comment :
How are these compare to ones on Costco ?
Apples and Oranges. The Costco models are compact all-in-one powered speakers, great for a desktop set up or a small room. These are larger, more premium, passive speakers for a more traditional hi-fi set up, i.e. you'll need a separate amp and source.
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Quote from Backhome77 View quoted comment :
Apples and Oranges. The Costco models are compact all-in-one powered speakers, great for a desktop set up or a small room. These are larger, more premium, passive speakers for a more traditional hi-fi set up, i.e. you'll need a separate amp and source.
Keep in mind that this deal information is regarding the LS50 Wireless, as well. They are active/powered, just like the LSX.
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IMO you're still better off buying passive speakers with a mini-amp the size of a paperback novel, e.g. https://a.co/d/5mLYaeh

As for the passive LS50 Meta, those are a lousy 85db sensitivity and 79Hz F3, meaning that aside from nice holographic mids they desperately need a sub and don't expect much room filling capability from them.

For $1200/pr you could do a whole hell of a lot better---the main thing the LS50 has going for it is aesthetics.
Last edited by Zorbat1446 November 5, 2025 at 10:27 AM.

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