Short answer: the Edifier S1000MKII, if you are buying new. The Kanto YU6 ranks higher than it (#41 vs #82 of 108 powered bookshelf speakers, 3.9/5 vs 3.3/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the Edifier S1000MKII is still sold new at $399.99. The Kanto YU6’s replacement, the Kanto YU6 G2, is rated 3.9/5 at $549.99.
The case for the Edifier S1000MKII: A self-powered stereo pair with optical, coaxial, analog and Bluetooth inputs that makes switching sources simple. It supports aptX HD Bluetooth, which the Kanto YU6 lacks. The tradeoff: High-resolution input support is not a guarantee of perfect tuning, and the fixed internal amplification prevents the gradual upgrades possible with separates.
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. Watch for: 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 S1000MKII new; the Kanto YU6 is no longer sold new, so it only makes sense as a used find.
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A self-powered stereo pair with optical, coaxial, analog and Bluetooth inputs that makes switching sources simple.
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 S1000MKII | Kanto YU6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $399.99 per pair | $380.00 per pair Discontinued |
| Ranked | #82 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #41 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 13.6”H x 7.6”W x 11.6”D (345.4 x 193 x 294.6 mm) | 6.9W x 8.1D x 10.7H in each |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, 2x RCA Input, Digital Optical, Digital Coax | Bluetooth aptX, RCA phono preamp, 2x optical |
| Outputs | None | Subwoofer |
| Weight | 37 lbs (16.8 kg) | 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg) (active), 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg) (passive) |
| Drivers | 5.5” (140mm) woofer | 1” silk dome tweeter, 5.25” Kevlar woofer |
| App | No | - |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX HD | 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 | Yes | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 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 |
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