Short answer: the Kanto Tuk G2 if sound quality matters most, the Kanto YU if price matters most. The Kanto Tuk G2 ranks #32 of 67 powered bookshelf speakers, rated 3.9/5, at $899.99. The Kanto YU ranks #40, rated 3.7/5, at $349.99, $550 cheaper.
The case for the Kanto Tuk G2: Bass reaches about 52Hz at -3dB and 42Hz at -10dB in Erin’s measurements, legitimate extension from a 5.25-inch woofer. The catch: On-axis response is uneven, with elevated upper bass around 80 to 100Hz, a forward midrange near 800Hz to 1.5kHz and further ripples through the treble.
What the Kanto YU does well: RCA and Bluetooth inputs, remote control, tone adjustment and a subwoofer output make this compact pair simple to use. The catch: Standalone preference is 3.46 and the -3dB point is about 85Hz, so it lacks low-bass weight.
Buy the Kanto Tuk G2 when sound quality outweighs the price for you, and the Kanto YU when the price outweighs sound quality instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Kanto Tuk G2 | Kanto YU | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $899.99 per pair | $349.99 per pair |
| Ranked | #32 of 67 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #40 of 67 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 7.2"W x 12"H x 10"D (183 x 305 x 254 mm) | 8.7H x 5.5W x 7.5D in |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz-22kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | Optical, 2x RCA, USB-C, Bluetooth | RCA and Bluetooth 4.2 aptX |
| Outputs | Subwoofer RCA (80Hz low-pass), USB-A charging (5V/2A) | Subwoofer |
| Weight | 12.3 lbs (5.6 kg) (active), 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg) (passive) | 6.2 lbs (2.8 kg) active, 5.3 lbs (2.4 kg) passive |
| Drivers | 5.25-inch aluminum woofer + AMT folded ribbon tweeter (each), bass reflex | 1" silk-dome tweeter, 4" Kevlar woofer |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | - |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX Adaptive, SBC | SBC, aptX |
| DSP | Yes | - |
| Amplifier Power | 130W Class D total (Manufacturer specified) | 70W RMS / 140W peak per pair |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 52Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner) | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 42Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner) | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.61 (calculated from Erin's Audio Corner CEA2034 data) | 3.46 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.73 (calculated from Erin's Audio Corner CEA2034 data) | 6.38 |
| Measurement Source | Erin's Audio Corner | - |
| Subwoofer Output | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Output | No | - |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| RCA Input | Yes | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| Optical Input | Yes | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | Yes | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes, 5.4 | Yes, 4.2 |
| Enclosure | - | 2-way powered, rear-ported MDF |
| Country | - | Canada (design) |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Kanto Tuk G2: $899.99 per pair eBay
Pros: Bass reaches about 52Hz at -3dB and 42Hz at -10dB in Erin’s measurements, legitimate extension from a 5.25-inch woofer. The predicted in-room response is fairly even from the upper bass through the treble, which lifts its preference score to about 4.6 on its own and 6.7 with an ideal subwoofer. Connections cover most desk and living room sources: optical, two RCA inputs, USB-C from a computer and Bluetooth 5.4 with aptX Adaptive, plus a subwoofer output with an 80Hz low-pass, a remote and a USB charging port. Measured bass extension of 52Hz (-3dB).
Cons: On-axis response is uneven, with elevated upper bass around 80 to 100Hz, a forward midrange near 800Hz to 1.5kHz and further ripples through the treble. Horizontal dispersion widens abruptly around 2 to 2.5kHz before narrowing again, and the vertical listening window is narrow, so keep the AMT tweeter near ear height. Compression grows at 96dB and becomes severe near 102dB, with distortion rising sharply at high levels, so it sounds best as a nearfield or small room speaker at moderate volume.
Full Kanto Tuk G2 review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 130W Class D total (Manufacturer specified) |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 42Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 52Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner) |
| Bluetooth | Yes, 5.4 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX Adaptive, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| DSP | Yes |
| Dimensions | 7.2"W x 12"H x 10"D (183 x 305 x 254 mm) |
| Drivers | 5.25-inch aluminum woofer + AMT folded ribbon tweeter (each), bass reflex |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz-22kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Headphone Output | No |
| Inputs | Optical, 2x RCA, USB-C, Bluetooth |
| Measurement Source | Erin's Audio Corner |
| Optical Input | Yes |
| Outputs | Subwoofer RCA (80Hz low-pass), USB-A charging (5V/2A) |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.61 (calculated from Erin's Audio Corner CEA2034 data) |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.73 (calculated from Erin's Audio Corner CEA2034 data) |
| Subwoofer Output | Yes |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | Yes |
| Weight | 12.3 lbs (5.6 kg) (active), 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg) (passive) |
| XLR Input | No |
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Kanto YU: $349.99 per pair Kanto Audio eBay
Pros: RCA and Bluetooth inputs, remote control, tone adjustment and a subwoofer output make this compact pair simple to use. ASR’s measurements show a 2.9dB midrange span and a 6.38 preference score with an ideal subwoofer, supporting moderate desktop use with bass assistance.
Cons: Standalone preference is 3.46 and the -3dB point is about 85Hz, so it lacks low-bass weight. The response trends upward toward the treble and retains local irregularities across the listening window. A subwoofer adds bandwidth but does not make the speaker neutral. Connectivity is basic compared with models offering USB, optical or HDMI.
Full Kanto YU review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 70W RMS / 140W peak per pair |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes, 4.2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Country | Canada (design) |
| Dimensions | 8.7H x 5.5W x 7.5D in |
| Drivers | 1" silk-dome tweeter, 4" Kevlar woofer |
| Enclosure | 2-way powered, rear-ported MDF |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | RCA and Bluetooth 4.2 aptX |
| Optical Input | No |
| Outputs | Subwoofer |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 3.46 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.38 |
| Subwoofer Output | Yes |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 6.2 lbs (2.8 kg) active, 5.3 lbs (2.4 kg) passive |
| XLR Input | No |
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