Acoustic Energy 101 vs KEF R3 Comparison

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Brand and Model Specifications

Information about the brand, model release date.

Manufacturer	Acoustic Energy	KEF
Model	101	R3
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Release Date	2014	2018
HifiSpecs Rating	-
Amazon Rating	-
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Technical Specs

Technical characteristics of the speakers.

Amplification Type	Passive	Passive
Crossover Type	2-Way	3-Way
Enclosure type	Slot port	Bass Reflex
Frequency Range (+/-3 dB)[Hz]	48 - 32000 Hz	52 - 28000
Frequency Range (-6dB)[Hz]	-	45 - 45000
Maximum SPL [dB]	-	110
Sensitivity (2,83 V/1 m)[dB]	87	87
Nominal Impedance (Ohms)	8	8
THD (Total Harmonic Distortion)	-
Recommended Amplifier Power [W]	150	15-180
Crossover Frequency [Hz]	-	400, 2500
Bass Reflex Tuning Frequency [Hz]	-	49
Driver Units	Tweeter: 1 x 28mm AE custom fabric dome Mid/Bass Drivers: 1 x 110mm anodized aluminium cone	Tweeter: 1″ Aluminum Dome Tweeter Midrange: 5” Aluminum Cone Midrange Driver Woofer: 6.5” Aluminum Cone Woofer
Connectivity	Wired	Wired
Inputs	Single Wire	Bi-Wire
Outputs	-	None
Magnetic Shielding	Yes	No

Placements and Distances

Where and how to put them.

Form Factor	Shelf, Stand	Shelf, Stand
Distance from Wall [cm]	15	20

Dimensions and Weight

Physical characteristics of the speakers (without stands).

Length	~ in ~0 mm ~0 cm	~13.8 in ~350.52 mm ~35.05 cm
Width	~185 in ~4699 mm ~469.9 cm	~8.3 in ~210.82 mm ~21.08 cm
Height	~ in ~0 mm ~0 cm	~16.5 in ~419.1 mm ~41.91 cm
Weight (Single Speaker)	~6 kg lb ~2721.55 g ~2.72 kg	~27.5 lb ~12473.79 g ~12.47 kg
Shipping Weight	~13 kg lb ~5896.7 g ~5.9 kg	~60 lb ~27215.54 g ~27.22 kg

Colors and Accessories

List of available colors and optional accessories.

Colors	Black ash Walnut vinyl	Gloss White Gloss Black Walnut
Accessories	–	Manual Rubber Bumpers
Detachable Grilles	No	Yes

Price and Warranty

Satisfaction is (not) guaranteed.

Warranty	3 Years	5 Years
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