KEF Blade One (non-meta) vs One Meta vs Blade 2 for large room


The title pretty much says it except the Blade 2's would be meta versions.

Trying to choose between these 3 speakers to fill a high ceiling (27’) 35’ long and 24’ wide living area. The room opens into a dining room then kitchen and breakfast area, that functionally increases the overall volume. 

This is not a dedicated listening room ( I have a Wilson WP based room for that) and yes, aesthetics matter hence these 3 choices. 

I’m thinking that the Ones might better fill the space with their bigger driver line-up. That said I doubt that they will be driven as hard as the Wilsons (in a smaller, fully treated room).

It will be very difficult to listen to all 3 so hoping those here with experience with 1 or more of these opine on which might be better suited to the room.

Thanks in advance.

David.

ritter06

I’m using the Mac mc611’s but I was using the hegel h590 awhile and the only time I really notice a difference is at lower volumes. The blades could sound a bit too smooth with the hegel, amazing control, but the mac gave the bass more detail and bounce at low volume. I expect your going to enjoy them and rooms can be a factor in selecting amps also.

Slight change of plans.

Ordered a pair of Blade 2s in white

The black 1s were a deal killer for the living-room. 
 

To power, a McIntosh MC 462.

Front end; new Revox B77 Mk III. 
 

spkrs will be 6-8 weeks delivery. I’m stoked 🤓

 
 

I’m thinking the Blades will be the thin end of the wedge for another pair of Wilsons. 
Like Alexia Vs 🤓