Short answer: the Edifier R2000DB, if you are buying new. The Kanto YU6 ranks higher than it (#41 vs #80 of 108 powered bookshelf speakers, 3.9/5 vs 3.3/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the Edifier R2000DB is still sold new at $299.99. The Kanto YU6’s replacement, the Kanto YU6 G2, is rated 3.9/5 at $549.99.
What the Edifier R2000DB does well: A simple powered stereo pair with Bluetooth, two analog inputs and optical for desktop or living room listening. The catch: Listening impressions suggest a midrange-forward presentation.
The Kanto YU6 is the better-sounding pick. A powered bookshelf pair with a phono input, optical, Bluetooth and a remote, a simple multi source system. It supports aptX Bluetooth, which the Edifier R2000DB lacks. 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 R2000DB, since the Kanto YU6 is discontinued and only worth hunting down used.
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A simple powered stereo pair with Bluetooth, two analog inputs and optical for desktop or living room listening.
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 R2000DB | Kanto YU6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299.99 per pair | $380.00 per pair Discontinued |
| Ranked | #80 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #41 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 11.3”H x 7.5”W x 9.5”D (285.8 x 190.5 x 241.3 mm) | 6.9W x 8.1D x 10.7H in each |
| Frequency Response | 55Hz-40kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, 2x RCA Input, Digital Optical | Bluetooth aptX, RCA phono preamp, 2x optical |
| Weight | 17.4 lbs (7.9 kg) | 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg) (active), 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg) (passive) |
| Drivers | 5” (127mm) woofer | 1” silk dome tweeter, 5.25” Kevlar woofer |
| App | No | - |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, aptX |
| EQ | No | - |
| Amplifier Power | 60w RMS Per Speaker | 200W peak Class D (100W RMS total) |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| RCA Input | Yes | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| Optical Input | Yes | Yes |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| 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 |
| Outputs | - | Subwoofer |
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