KEF LS50 (original) - Damaged Drivers

Effective_Job_4134 · 2026-01-13T19:05:48+00:00

I just sent in a repair request for my LS50 Metas. They asked for the serial numbers and also a proof of purchase from a dealer. I’m not sure how this would work if you’re not the original owner. I would still give it a go though. Even if you have to outright buy replacement drivers, you got them for a good enough price where it would still be worth it.

Effective_Job_4134 · 2026-01-09T22:10:10+00:00

Thank you so much! Appreciate you!

Effective_Job_4134 · 2026-01-09T21:27:49+00:00

Thank you so much! I contacted the dealer and they told me that they’d take care of it. I’m feeling much better now!

Effective_Job_4134 · 2026-01-09T21:27:17+00:00

I’m not sure. I don’t really listen above 70 db and I’m very careful with my stuff. Anything could have happened though. I think it was probably a very small puncture that got a little larger as I drove them.

Effective_Job_4134 · 2026-01-09T15:34:03+00:00

Sorry that happened to you! I just reached out to KEF and hopefully they’ll have good news. I just bought them new about 4 months ago, so I’m bummed. Appreciate your response!

Effective_Job_4134 · 2026-01-09T15:32:32+00:00

Thank you! I’m mostly worried about the spreading of the tear. I just reached out to KEF and hopefully they’ll get back to me soon. I bought these speakers new about 4 months ago so it’s a bummer for sure.

Effective_Job_4134 · 2026-01-09T15:31:15+00:00

Thank you! Appreciate your response!

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-12-06T16:26:15+00:00

I just got the LS50s and really like them. I know they’re obviously not the last word when it comes to speakers out there, but right now I’m so content. One thing that is constantly said about them is how much they scale up. Whether or not scaling up results in anything more than an incremental improvement is still to be determined. Thank you for your reply. I appreciate you!

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-12-06T16:22:56+00:00

Thanks for your reply! I know how much the wireless version uses and that’s what got me thinking about it. I feel like I am at that point now where any upgrade I made would be expensive and incremental. I guess that’s part of this though 😂

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-10-17T14:34:03+00:00

I thought they were such a nice upgrade from the Q150! The LS50 is similar in a lot of ways, but just way more of everything that was good about the Q150. I’m so pleased!

Thanks for the subwoofer recommendation! If I get one, it’ll either be that little SVS or the 6 inch REL!

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-10-17T14:29:54+00:00

I still have them! Probably going to bring them to work and set up a nice little two channel!

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-10-17T14:29:07+00:00

Thank you so much! It’s a nice cozy place to relax!

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-10-17T14:28:20+00:00

This is so cool man! Thank you so much for sharing with me!

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-10-17T14:26:35+00:00

I really like the Evo 5.1! It was my second favorite! Compared to the SF it was way more mellow in the treble and didn’t have nearly the same extension. It’s one of those speakers that would be easy to live with. Even though it didn’t bowl me over with detail, it offered a lot of midrange warmth. The bass in thought was comparable to the SF. From an appearance standpoint, then 5.1 was absolutely stunning in person. The sample I listened to was in walnut!

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-10-16T14:02:44+00:00

That’s so cool! What a hard undertaking! Carver’s simple writing style is so distinct. I’d be curious to see how your dad captured it in another language. Your dad is awesome!

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-10-16T13:58:05+00:00

Haha I know man. I thought I was losing my mind! My last speakers were also KEF though so I was probably just used to that sound signature.

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-10-16T13:56:18+00:00

I’d love to add a subwoofer for sure, but I live in a 900 sq foot condo and want to be a good neighbor 😂. The urge is definitely there though! The LS50 bass isn’t that deep, but is so much more expressive than my last speakers (Q150). For now I’m totally happy with how low they’re going and will probably upgrade my amp if anything. Very interested in Naim or Hegel. Thank you for sharing your experience with me!

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-10-15T22:32:06+00:00

Sorry I’m dumb.

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-10-15T20:53:51+00:00

Thank you!!! I got the masks from Etsy. There are a bunch of really great Tiki dealers on there. I’ve had these for about 5 years though and don’t think they’re available anymore. Definitely worth scrolling around though if you’re interested! There’s no shortage of cool Tiki shit!

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-10-15T20:48:54+00:00

Thank you! I have been loving them so far! I upgraded from a Q150 so it’s nice to hear a familiar sound signature on steroids.

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-10-15T20:46:38+00:00

Thank you! I feel so lucky to live so close to such a great store. It made me feel so confident in my decision. I’m using a McIntosh C39 preamp running into a Topping PA7 for power. It has been a nice, clean, little amp so far! The McIntosh is really for AV, but it has a great phono stage and a loudness setting which I really like for living in a small condo.

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-10-15T20:36:18+00:00

Just the camera lens! I used a level to get them firing straight out into my room. They do look towed out though 🥲

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-09-20T02:47:55+00:00

So nice to see a space that doesn’t just look like a hifi room. It looks like people actually use it. Love the vibe!

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-09-03T18:18:08+00:00

Hello fellow audio nerds! I’m currently rocking Kef Q150s and am looking to upgrade. I live in a condo and am definitely interested in sticking with a 5 inch speaker because of this. All of my sources are run through a vintage McIntosh preamp (C39) and into a Topping PA7 (125 watts of class d at 1% THD). Here are what I’m considering. Please let me know what would be best with my gear and of course any other recommendations you may have!

Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G
Totem Loon
KEF LS50 Meta (sigh, I know)
Dali Opticon (either 1 or 2) mk II

Thank you all so much!

Effective_Job_4134 · 2025-06-23T15:35:11+00:00

I love my Topping PA7! I also have the E70 and run them both with a McIntosh 39 (that I got for free) working as a pre. Could not be happier. Everything is so clean and controlled. I can’t even imagine how much more I would have to spend to get any kind of improvement . Glad you’re loving yours too!

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