Short answer: the Edifier R1700BT, if you are buying new. The Kanto YU6 ranks higher than it (#41 vs #88 of 108 powered bookshelf speakers, 3.9/5 vs 3.2/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the Edifier R1700BT is still sold new at $219.99. The Kanto YU6’s replacement, the Kanto YU6 G2, is rated 3.9/5 at $549.99.
The case for the Edifier R1700BT: A compact powered pair with Bluetooth and analog inputs for easy desktop listening without a separate amplifier. Watch for: Listening impressions suggest a bass-and-treble-forward balance rather than strict neutrality.
The Kanto YU6 is the better-sounding choice. A powered bookshelf pair with a phono input, optical, Bluetooth and a remote, a simple multi source system. The tradeoff: Local response variation remains despite the mild overall tilt: the midrange span is 3.8dB and listening-window narrow-band deviation is 0.419.
Buy the Edifier R1700BT, since the Kanto YU6 is discontinued and only worth hunting down used.
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A compact powered pair with Bluetooth and analog inputs for easy desktop listening without a separate amplifier.
A powered bookshelf pair with a phono input, optical, Bluetooth and a remote, a simple multi source system.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Edifier R1700BT | Kanto YU6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $219.99 per pair | $380.00 per pair Discontinued |
| Ranked | #88 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #41 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 10”H x 6.1”W x 8.4”D (254 x 154.9 x 213.4 mm) | 6.9W x 8.1D x 10.7H in each |
| Frequency Response | 60 Hz-20 kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, RCA Input | Bluetooth aptX, RCA phono preamp, 2x optical |
| Outputs | None | Subwoofer |
| Weight | 14.6 lbs (6.6 kg) | 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg) (active), 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg) (passive) |
| Drivers | 4” (102mm) woofer | 1” silk dome tweeter, 5.25” Kevlar woofer |
| App | No | - |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 4.0 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) | SBC, aptX |
| EQ | No | - |
| Amplifier Power | 66w RMS Per Speaker | 200W peak Class D (100W RMS total) |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| RCA Input | Yes | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| Optical Input | No | Yes |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Enclosure | - | 2-way active, MDF cabinet |
| Country | - | Canada (design) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | - | 4.28 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | - | 6.89 |
| Subwoofer Output | - | Yes |
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