The Kanto YU ranks #49 out of 58 total Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers for sound quality. See Top Recommended Speakers By Attribute for all the top speaker suggestions.
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#49 Kanto YU: $349.99/pair Kanto Audio eBay
Pros: A compact powered pair with RCA, aptX Bluetooth, subwoofer output, remote control and tone adjustment. ASR predicts a 5.51 preference score with a subwoofer and measured 68Hz in-room extension from the small 4-inch cabinet.
Cons: Its 2.59 standalone preference score confirms that the limited bass strongly benefits from a subwoofer. Connectivity is sparse versus newer powered rivals—no USB, optical or HDMI—and Bluetooth is the older 4.2 generation.
How it compares: Just above it: Edifier R1700BT - $163 cheaper. Just below it: Kali Audio IN-UNF - $349 more.
| 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 |
| Inputs | RCA and Bluetooth 4.2 aptX |
| Power Output | 70W RMS / 140W peak per pair |
| Weight | 6.1 lbs active, 5.2 lbs passive |
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