Acoustic Energy 305 vs KEF Reference 1 Comparison

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Brand and Model Specifications

Information about the brand, model release date.

Manufacturer	Acoustic Energy	KEF
Model	305	Reference 1
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Release Date	2013	2014
HifiSpecs Rating		-
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Technical Specs

Technical characteristics of the speakers.

Amplification Type	Passive	Passive
Crossover Type	3-Way	3-Way
Enclosure type	Bass Reflex	Bass Reflex
Frequency Range (+/-3 dB)[Hz]	35 - 32000	45 - 28000
Frequency Range (-6dB)[Hz]	-	40 - 35000
Maximum SPL [dB]	-	111
Sensitivity (2,83 V/1 m)[dB]	90	85
Nominal Impedance (Ohms)	8	8
THD (Total Harmonic Distortion)	-	0.4%
Recommended Amplifier Power [W]	200	50 - 300
Crossover Frequency [Hz]	-	450
Bass Reflex Tuning Frequency [Hz]	-	38
Driver Units	HF Driver: 1x 28mm custom AE design fabric dome Mid Driver: 1x 110mm spun, hard-anodised aluminium cone LF Driver: 2x 110mm spun, hard-anodised aluminium cones	Tweeter: 1″ Aluminum Midrange: 5″ Aluminum Woofer: 6.5″ Aluminum
Connectivity	Wired	Wired
Inputs	Single Wire	Single Wire
Outputs	-	None
Magnetic Shielding	No	No

Placements and Distances

Where and how to put them.

Form Factor	Floor	Stand
Distance from Wall [cm]	15	20

Dimensions and Weight

Physical characteristics of the speakers (without stands).

Length	~ in ~0 mm ~0 cm	~14.1 in ~358.14 mm ~35.81 cm
Width	~185 in ~4699 mm ~469.9 cm	~8.3 in ~210.82 mm ~21.08 cm
Height	~ in ~0 mm ~0 cm	~17.4 in ~441.96 mm ~44.2 cm
Weight (Single Speaker)	~17 lb ~7711.07 g ~7.71 kg	~40.1 lb ~18189.05 g ~18.19 kg
Shipping Weight	~34 lb ~15422.14 g ~15.42 kg	~45 lb ~20411.66 g ~20.41 kg

Colors and Accessories

List of available colors and optional accessories.

Colors	Gloss black Gloss white	Gloss White High Gloss Piano Black Rosewood Walnut
Accessories	–	Manual Rubber Bumpers
Detachable Grilles	No	Yes

Price and Warranty

Satisfaction is (not) guaranteed.

Warranty	5 Years	5 Years
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