KEF Q250c vs Sonus faber Lumina Center I

The KEF Q250c is an easier load for a receiver (8 Ω vs 4 Ω) and costs less ($600 vs $1,000). The Sonus faber Lumina Center I plays lower (65 Hz vs 68 Hz).

What each one works with

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Q250cLumina Center I
Receivers and amps that drive it29 of 2928 of 29, 14 after a setting change

Specs side by side

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Q250cLumina Center I
Impedance8 Ω4 Ω
Sensitivity87 dB (2.83 V, 1 m)87 dB (2.83 V, 1 m)
Low end68 Hz65 Hz
Drivers1 × 25 mm, 1 × 130 mm, 2 × 130 mm1 × 29 mm, 2 × 120 mm
Size21×7×8 in21×7×8 in
Recommended amplifier power10–100 W30–100 W
Weight7.5 kg (16.5 lb)7.6 kg (16.8 lb)
MSRP$600 each (MSRP, October 2025)$1,000 each (MSRP, September 2026)

Every spec and pairing: KEF Q250c, Sonus faber Lumina Center I.

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References

  1. KEF Q250c: Manufacturer product page, web.archive.org, retrieved September 15, 2026
  2. KEF Q250c: Manufacturer product page, international.kef.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  3. Sonus faber Lumina Center I: Manufacturer product page, sonusfaber.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  4. Sonus faber Lumina Center I: Retailer listing, worldwidestereo.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  5. Sonus faber Lumina Center I: Retailer listing, paragonsns.com, retrieved September 15, 2026

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