Kanto YU Review: Ranked #56 of 100

Last updated: October 7, 2026

The Kanto YU ranks #56 out of 100 total Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers for sound quality. See all Powered Home rankings for every top pick.

Brand: Kanto

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Kanto YU - ranked #56 of 100 Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers · Editor's rating 3.7/5
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#56 Kanto YU: $349.99 per pair Discontinued Kanto eBay

Newer model: the Kanto YU4 G2, ranked lower, estimated 3.6/5.

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. Discontinued.

AES InputNo
Amplifier Power70W RMS / 140W peak per pair
Aux InputNo
BluetoothYes
Bluetooth CodecsSBC, aptX
Bluetooth Version4.2
Coaxial InputNo
CountryCanada (design)
Dimensions8.7H x 5.5W x 7.5D in
Drivers1” silk-dome tweeter, 4” Kevlar woofer
Enclosure2-way powered, rear-ported MDF
Frequency Response60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
HDMI InputNo
InputsRCA and Bluetooth 4.2 aptX
Optical InputNo
OutputsSubwoofer
RCA InputYes
Spinorama Preference Score3.46
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub6.38
Subwoofer OutputYes
TRS InputNo
USB InputNo
Weight6.2 lbs (2.8 kg) active, 5.3 lbs (2.4 kg) passive
XLR InputNo
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