Short answer: the Neumi BS5P-ARC. It ranks #51 of 108 powered bookshelf speakers by sound quality (rated 3.8/5) at $219.99 and is still sold new; the Kanto YU ranks #58 (rated 3.7/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used.
The case for the Kanto YU: 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 Neumi BS5P-ARC: An inexpensive powered pair with HDMI ARC, an easy way to upgrade TV sound with stereo speakers. The catch: Bass is thin: response is down 3dB at about 113Hz and 6dB at about 83Hz, which pulls the standalone score down to 3.84, so plan on adding a subwoofer for movies and music.
Buy the Neumi BS5P-ARC. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the Kanto YU is discontinued, so it is only available used.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Kanto YU | Neumi BS5P-ARC | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $349.99 per pair Discontinued | $219.99 per pair |
| Ranked | #58 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #51 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Enclosure | 2-way powered, rear-ported MDF | 2-way active |
| Drivers | 1” silk-dome tweeter, 4” Kevlar woofer | 1” silk dome tweeter with integrated waveguide, 5” poly-cone woofer |
| Dimensions | 8.7H x 5.5W x 7.5D in | 10.6H x 7.2W x 8.5D in each |
| Weight | 6.2 lbs (2.8 kg) active, 5.3 lbs (2.4 kg) passive | 24.9 lbs (11.3 kg) pair |
| Amplifier Power | 70W RMS / 140W peak per pair | 75W total (37.5W per channel) |
| Inputs | RCA and Bluetooth 4.2 aptX | HDMI ARC, Bluetooth, USB-C, optical, coaxial, RCA analog |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX | - |
| Country | Canada (design) | China |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 3.46 | 3.84 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.38 | 7.03 |
| Subwoofer Output | Yes | - |
| Outputs | Subwoofer | - |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| RCA Input | Yes | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| Optical Input | No | Yes |
| Coaxial Input | No | Yes |
| USB Input | No | Yes |
| HDMI Input | No | Yes |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | - |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 50Hz - 20kHz (Typical In-Room) (Manufacturer specified) |
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