Short answer: the Kali Audio IN-UNF, if you are buying new. The Kanto YU ranks higher than it (#58 vs #83 of 108 powered bookshelf speakers, 3.7/5 vs 3.3/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the Kali Audio IN-UNF is still sold new at $699.
The Kanto YU is the better-sounding choice. A compact powered pair with Bluetooth, RCA inputs, a remote, tone controls and a subwoofer output for simple desktop setups. Watch for: Standalone preference is 3.46 and the -3dB point is about 85Hz, so it lacks low-bass weight.
Why pick the Kali Audio IN-UNF: A desk system of small coaxial satellites and a bass module, with DSP placement controls and USB-C, optical and balanced inputs. It keeps a wired aux input, which the Kanto YU lacks. The catch: The intended desk geometry is part of the acoustic design.
Buy the Kali Audio IN-UNF if you want one new; the Kanto YU is discontinued, so only look for it used.
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A compact powered pair with Bluetooth, RCA inputs, a remote, tone controls and a subwoofer output for simple desktop setups.
A desk system of small coaxial satellites and a bass module, with DSP placement controls and USB-C, optical and balanced inputs.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Kanto YU | Kali Audio IN-UNF | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $349.99 per pair Discontinued | $699 per pair |
| Ranked | #58 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #83 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Enclosure | 2-way powered, rear-ported MDF | - |
| Drivers | 1” silk-dome tweeter, 4” Kevlar woofer | Bass module: two opposed 4.5” woofers; satellites: 4” coincident midrange with 1” textile-dome tweeter |
| Dimensions | 8.7H x 5.5W x 7.5D in | Bass module: 11.6”H x 19.4”W x 5.25”D; satellites: 6.25” diameter |
| Weight | 6.2 lbs (2.8 kg) active, 5.3 lbs (2.4 kg) passive | 24.7 lbs (11.2 kg) |
| Amplifier Power | 70W RMS / 140W peak per pair | 100W LF + 60W mid/HF per channel (continuous) |
| Inputs | RCA and Bluetooth 4.2 aptX | USB-C, optical, 3.5mm, balanced TRS |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX | - |
| Country | Canada (design) | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 3.46 | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.38 | - |
| Subwoofer Output | Yes | - |
| Outputs | Subwoofer | - |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| RCA Input | Yes | No |
| TRS Input | No | Yes |
| Optical Input | No | Yes |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | Yes |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | - |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 47Hz - 21kHz +/-3dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | - | 47Hz (manufacturer specified; Erin did not publish an anechoic F3) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 39Hz (manufacturer specified; Erin did not publish an anechoic F10) |
| Crossover Frequency | - | 280Hz LF-to-midrange; 2.8kHz midrange-to-HF |
| DSP | - | Yes (placement/boundary and tonal trims) |
| Maximum SPL | - | 103dB peak at 1m (manufacturer specified) |
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