New 2018 KEF R series...?

I’m using 6 Gik 244 panels and then I have 10 other panels, 2’x4’ that Im not sure of the brand.  I also removed 2 lights and 2 glass tables.  You could actually make the lights ring just by clapping your hands.  I also put up a bunch of curtains in order to cover a window and a big portion of the wall.  I’ve got every wall treated now except for the ceiling.  I’ve always had 4 gik 244 panels but that wasn’t nearly enough.

The imaging and bass response just goes through the roof when you get your room dialed!

@b_limo Thanks! I just took a look at your room. Looks good!

My room is 15' by 15', 9' ceiling.  I just bought the Kef R-500s after also listening to
Paradigm Prestige 75F
DynAudio Excite X-34
Monitor Audio Silver 10
Very close, 75Fs were a bit bright, X-34s were a bit lively, the Silver 10s were a bit forward.  Am in heaven with the Kef R-500s.

I had the Paradigm Prestige 75Fs for a few days and you’re right. They are very bright!!! Bottom end was boomy. 

Congrats on on your new Kefs!

I auditioned the KEF R3s at my local hi-fi shop the other day and ordered a pair.  

At the shop, I did A/B comparisons of the R3s with the LS50s, which I own and like a lot.  The R3s were better.  Everything sounded bigger, with more separation between instruments--that's something the LS50s did well for small bands but not for big bands or orchestras.  The R3s have better mids, better soundstage and are just sweeter & fuller sounding.  I was smitten!  

Now, if I were smart, before ordering the R3s I would have also (1) auditioned the B&W 705 s2 and (2) compared the R3s with the now much cheaper R300s.  I urge all of you to be smarter than me and compare the R3s to at least one or two strong alternatives before purchasing.  

What can I say?  I'm a sucker for the KEF sound.  My entry into audiophile gear 25 years ago was a pair of KEF K140s, paired with the then low-end Linn Majik integrated amp.  I still have that system and it still sounds great.  Seven years ago, I bought the KEF X300A powered speakers with internal DAC and love them to this day.  And bought the LS50s 3 years ago to replace the K140s.  I have no doubt I will be happy with the R3s.  

They should be ready for pickup in a week, then I'll break them in for a few days.  At that point, I'll be happy to report back in case anyone's considering picking up a pair and looking for more owner feedback.