The Q350s sound like they have a much better image and bass roll off through my Klipsch RP-500Ms. It sounds like you're using an excellent microphone to record this session.
My take away. I have the Q-350s and this demo just reinforces my decision. The LS-50 meta's sound thin and hollow in the bass. The high end is only marginally better. But, in fairness, the Q-350 does have a bigger woofer. Thus, it sounds fuller. So, this is really the question I have for KEF, WHY are you charging three times as much for the LS-50 metas? I don't know, but it seems like KEF might be heading down the troll road. Really, I would say stick with the Q-line with KEF, that is where it is at and it is a nicely built speaker. These sound demos are great! The certainly help with making choices in sound systems. While I had already made my choice with the Q-350's. It is nice to compare them to others if only to reinforce my decision. Bottom line, with KEF, forget the LS line and stick with the Q-line. Definitely a much better value.
Late here , I own both - with a Sub, necessary for the Metas, maybe not for larger Q350.... I'm 72 & my ears don't hear over 8000 hz so I'll only say vocals are a bit clearer with the Metas. double plus the price , that's for each person to say.
I think the dry acoustic in your demos is a good thing. Whether one is trying to assess a speaker, amp or any source playing through it, hearing it mixed with any acoustic reflection isn't helpful, and no one elses will ever be the same anyway.
Both are lacking deep bass but q350 less than ls50. Q350 have better soundstage and ls50 is more detailed. I would take q350 for longer listening sessions.
Both have that same KEF speed and defenition. The Q350 is warmer and more full bodied, wich at least gives an impression of a bit less dynamic energy than the LS50 meta.
I picked up a set of UB52s in 2021 when they were on sale for $450, and for $450 they are a good speaker. I upgraded to the LS50s over the holidays when they were on sale for $1300. The Elac is punchier than the KEFs, so if your taste runs toward dynamic high-energy music they're a bit better. I find the KEFs better where voices are concerned, especially for movies. Overall the KEFs sound more like music and the Elacs sound like good speakers. The one caveat for the Elacs is price. At $700 they are too close to better speakers that go on sale. I still see them occasionally down in the $450 range at Amazon.
To me, the LS50s definitely are a lot more defined. The experience is closer to high end audiophile expectations while the q350 has more meat on the bone and conveys some excitement. Contrary to others, I believe in the long run I'd get fatigued with the q350 - I used to own the q300 - because the lack of precision, not muddy but not sufficiently articulated, just wouldn't cut it for me. My reference point is my main speakers, Dynaudio contour series.
What gives, is this room an anechoic chamber ? It sounds basically completely dead, almost difficult to tell the difference in direct signal vs live recording, in this instance, the differences between all three clips seem extremely subtle.
thanks for your comment. This place is my garage studio. Condenser mic was placed two feet away from speaker. All walls are surrounded by something(equipments, furnitures, ...) from top to bottom. Do you have any tips how can I make better environments for sounding record?
If anybody believes that the difference between these two speakers is only this much, is sorely mistaken. The Q350 are GOOD but nowhere near in sound even to the old Ls50's (I've owned both for long enough to know). The Metas are again different (some may say, better than the old one). Do NOT believe youtube sound demos.
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Q350 - perfect speaker at an affordable price
I love the way you play the without the speakers...
Great! The differences is noticeable but it's not a huge one... Price are different...
The Q350s sound like they have a much better image and bass roll off through my Klipsch RP-500Ms. It sounds like you're using an excellent microphone to record this session.
My take away. I have the Q-350s and this demo just reinforces my decision. The LS-50 meta's sound thin and hollow in the bass. The high end is only marginally better. But, in fairness, the Q-350 does have a bigger woofer. Thus, it sounds fuller. So, this is really the question I have for KEF, WHY are you charging three times as much for the LS-50 metas? I don't know, but it seems like KEF might be heading down the troll road. Really, I would say stick with the Q-line with KEF, that is where it is at and it is a nicely built speaker. These sound demos are great! The certainly help with making choices in sound systems. While I had already made my choice with the Q-350's. It is nice to compare them to others if only to reinforce my decision. Bottom line, with KEF, forget the LS line and stick with the Q-line. Definitely a much better value.
Late here , I own both - with a Sub, necessary for the Metas, maybe not for larger Q350.... I'm 72 & my ears don't hear over 8000 hz so I'll only say vocals are a bit clearer with the Metas. double plus the price , that's for each person to say.
Davvero un'ottimo video; ben fatto per capire bene le differenze con delle cuffie di qualità! Grazie e Complimenti!
i hear little more low on the q350 i like that, LS50 is little more dry and laid back , i like the q350 better
I think the dry acoustic in your demos is
a good thing. Whether one is trying to assess a speaker, amp or any source playing through it, hearing it mixed with any acoustic reflection isn't helpful, and no one elses will ever be the same anyway.
Both are lacking deep bass but q350 less than ls50. Q350 have better soundstage and ls50 is more detailed. I would take q350 for longer listening sessions.
I agree. I own both speakers. I'll going to modify the crossover on the Q350 and I'm expecting some improvement... Greeting form Suisse.
Both have that same KEF speed and defenition. The Q350 is warmer and more full bodied, wich at least gives an impression of a bit less dynamic energy than the LS50 meta.
Of course! it's' easy! LS50Meta are lighter and punchier when Q350 bass is more exposed. For this music, Q350 are more suitable IMO.
Good comparison thank you
Thank you!!!
Very close... ls50 just a little tighter bass and little more clear treble. But would be happy with q350 at half price.
Would like to hear latest Elac Uni-fi 2.0 UB52 in that mix
I picked up a set of UB52s in 2021 when they were on sale for $450, and for $450 they are a good speaker. I upgraded to the LS50s over the holidays when they were on sale for $1300. The Elac is punchier than the KEFs, so if your taste runs toward dynamic high-energy music they're a bit better. I find the KEFs better where voices are concerned, especially for movies. Overall the KEFs sound more like music and the Elacs sound like good speakers. The one caveat for the Elacs is price. At $700 they are too close to better speakers that go on sale. I still see them occasionally down in the $450 range at Amazon.
ls50 is colored. it sounds more pleasant than the original track, can be good or bad thing.
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To me, the LS50s definitely are a lot more defined. The experience is closer to high end audiophile expectations while the q350 has more meat on the bone and conveys some excitement. Contrary to others, I believe in the long run I'd get fatigued with the q350 - I used to own the q300 - because the lack of precision, not muddy but not sufficiently articulated, just wouldn't cut it for me. My reference point is my main speakers, Dynaudio contour series.
Q350
Kef350 better , advantage of larger cabinet
is the nad c368 better than the cxa61/81? hope you can compare soon. great job
thanks, let me compare those soon
I just uploaded comparison video of NAD C368 and Cambridge CXA61. You should check it out and let me know what do you think?
@@eprojectEllie that was fast. Thanks a lot!
Do you level match the speakers at 1khz? Great demo. Thanks.
What gives, is this room an anechoic chamber ? It sounds basically completely dead, almost difficult to tell the difference in direct signal vs live recording, in this instance, the differences between all three clips seem extremely subtle.
thanks for your comment. This place is my garage studio. Condenser mic was placed two feet away from speaker. All walls are surrounded by something(equipments, furnitures, ...) from top to bottom. Do you have any tips how can I make better environments for sounding record?
Nice job. I would suggest to remove the wave
Thanks for the tip
@@eprojectEllie No don't remember the wave, it provides a baseline to compare both speakers to.
The meta have a metallic tinge which I don't like.
The difference is not felt, can you record with another song, maybe rock? Thanks!
no problem, I will let you know soon.
thanks
Greetings! my friend~
I just uploaded the rock music comparison. hope you like it. thanks
@@eprojectEllie 👆🏻this right here is why I respect you. Keep grinding dude. You’re killing it
I can hear more distortion from Q350 through my headphones.
lol no you can't
If anybody believes that the difference between these two speakers is only this much, is sorely mistaken.
The Q350 are GOOD but nowhere near in sound even to the old Ls50's (I've owned both for long enough to know). The Metas are again different (some may say, better than the old one).
Do NOT believe youtube sound demos.
Thanks for telling the true feelings, I decide to buy the old ls50s lol
Four times boredom
Kef q350 £350 Kef ls50 £1100 lol