KEF Q1 Meta vs MartinLogan Motion 35XTi
The KEF Q1 Meta costs less ($700 vs $750). The MartinLogan Motion 35XTi is more sensitive (92 dB vs 86 dB), so it plays louder per watt and plays lower (50 Hz vs 51 Hz).
What each one works with
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| Q1 Meta | Motion 35XTi | |
|---|---|---|
| Receivers and amps that drive it | 28 of 29, 14 after a setting change | 28 of 29, 14 after a setting change |
Specs side by side
Values that differ are bold. A dash means that model doesn't publish the spec.
| Q1 Meta | Motion 35XTi | |
|---|---|---|
| Impedance | 4 Ω | 4 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 86 dB (2.83 V, 1 m) | 92 dB (2.83 V, 1 m) |
| Low end | 51 Hz | 50 Hz |
| Drivers | 1 × 25 mm, 1 × 130 mm | 1 × 32 mm, 1 × 165 mm |
| Size | 7×12×11 in | 8×14×12 in |
| Recommended amplifier power | 10–150 W | 20–250 W |
| Weight | 6.1 kg (13.4 lb) | 8.4 kg (18.5 lb) |
| MSRP | $700 a pair (MSRP, September 2026) | $750 each (MSRP, September 2026) |
Every spec and pairing: KEF Q1 Meta, MartinLogan Motion 35XTi.
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References
- KEF Q1 Meta: Spec sheet, assets.kef.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- KEF Q1 Meta: Manufacturer product page, us.kef.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- MartinLogan Motion 35XTi: Spec sheet, martinlogan.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- MartinLogan Motion 35XTi: Retailer listing, safeandsoundhq.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
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