Kanto YU2, YU4, YU6 Speaker Comparison

[@vinylcity1599]

Nice to see speaker's going back to 2 "true stereo" sound speaker's! Happy to see people are starting to see the importance of real hi-fi sound reproduction!

[@SerjSam]

Audioengine A2+ or Kanto YU2 ? Please help )

[@matthiasmaiwald8236]

@@SerjSam I cannot comment on the Kanto, but I listened to Audioengine speakers in comparison with Australian Aktimate speakers (both similar price and size), and the Aktimate completely outclassed the Audioengine!

[@matthiasmaiwald8236]

. . . consequently, I got myself a set of Aktimate and am using them for the TV instead of a soundbar.

[@lycu3272]

Someone: Have a nice day! Kanto: YU2

[@Kiddomike]

I got a YU2 and they sound great for their size. I also got one of Kanto's down firing subwoofers, the YURI. Together with the YU2 speakers, they make an amazing entry-level 2.1 system. I am a fan of Kanto speakers. I might get their TUK speakers for my home theater system.

[@lapislegit69]

Hi, when you connect cable to your yu2 subwoofer out, does it suddenly cut off low freq? Could you check by plug unplug cable to it while playing music? I want to know if its normal.

[@thatf_inguy8220]

Lapis Legit i believe all of the kanto speakers have low pass crossovers when the sub is hooked up

[@twinturbo3461]

Where do you get those speaker stands ?

[@Gotallofthem1]

Any advantage of using the YU4 with an external DAC?

[@NJM1948]

Very nicely explained!! I have a question about the YU4 (or now the YU which is the same as the 4 but without phono, opticals and just in black) My set up is on a desk facing a wall and I want these speakers for listening to music whilst using the PC. As there is a sub outlet at the back of the speakers, what is the minimum distance I can have them from the wall without getting a muddy boomy sound to the bass? Thanks

[@tommonk7651]

Just ran across your video review. Very informative. I am kind of an audiophile. The sound of my music is extremely important to me. I'm not as concerned about price as I am sound reproduction. Are the Kantos the best computer speakers with which you are familiar or are there better? I'm looking for the best sounding desk top computer speakers.

[@AudioAdvice]

Tom, we would be happy to help and have a few other great options you should also consider if quality is your top priority. I would suggest filling out our contact form, as we don't want to ask for your email address here in the interest of your privacy. goo.gl/Qg8rdt Contact Us | Audio Advice

[@tommonk7651]

I will fill one out. I'm not a gamer. I have over 40k songs in my library and I love movies. So I'm trying to get the best sound I can, understanding that I have limitations due to the space available to download all that music. I need to learn about DACs, too. It seems that would enhance my sound quite a bit.

[@01davidspiri]

Is it possible to connect an echo dot to the yu2 speakers and listen the music from the phone using bluetooth?

[@severusmerodunas1708]

Hey I am Michael and I have a Denon DP67l turntable and look for the best solution of speakers for it. Which speakers with an inbuilt preamp and amplifier is the best solution and gives me the highest musical quality? The Kanto Yu4 or would you recommend abother one? Thanks and greetings from Switzerland

[@SerjSam]

Audioengine A2+ or Kanto YU2 ? Please help )

[@Ulka.suleymanli]

Hi. Does it support 110-240 dual voltage? Thanks

[@steveb67.]

I seen the YU4 and a Bluetooth turntable as a package for sale. Does this mean I need no wires coming from the Turntable too the YU4 speakers. The speakers would be placed at a distance from the turntable and I don't want wires showing.

[@AudioAdvice]

Yes that is true. Thanks for watching

[@socksumi]

All small speakers. As nice as they are I still prefer the sound of larger woofers in larger boxes.

[@alejandroalvmar]

they have a separate subwoofer that you can buy yo add some bass, i heard it's supposed to sound killer

[@livehockey09]

is the yu4 sufficient for filling a standard living room space for casual listening/ambient background music or is that stretching its capabilities?

[@AudioAdvice]

It should be, the only thing that might be lacking is deep bass, which you could fix later by adding a subwoofer. Thanks for watching

[@Jalily]

I'm interested in the YU6. Do you ship to the Philippines?

[@AudioAdvice]

Sorry, we only ship in the US. Thanks for watching

[@christianwurm4022]

Audio Engine A5+ or Kanto YU 4?

[@AudioAdvice]

Depends what you're looking for, really. Kanto has the built-in preamp and Bluetooth, so that's nice. Pure sound quality, we would give Audioengine the edge. If you want the best of all worlds, check out the Peachtree M24 and M25.

[@rudolfsimon8801]

Kanto yu6

[@rafaelsison9185]

Can I connect the audio technica lp60x turntable to the Kanto yu2? The lp60x has a built in pre amp. Also has an aux with it.

[@antonk5414]

How would you compare the YU4 with the Edifier 1280 or s880? Thanks!

[@JJ-lj7lr]

Will the subwoofer pre-out work with standard home theater subwoofers, or do they only work with their own brand's subs? I have an 8" Energy subwoofer that is compact and precise that I would love to be able to pair with it, but figure that may not be an option?

[@AudioAdvice]

Your Energy should work fine as long as it has a level control on the rear, you will be able to balance it out. You will want to run into the sub input that uses the crossover built into your sub, depending on the Kanto, you'll want to play with crossover settings from 80 Hz to 120 Hz to see which blends best. Thanks for watching

[@MrMachineoperator]

They are remarkably similar to Steljes NS3 speakers. Could it be a rebadged? In any case, superb speakers if it is

[@RainCity3rd]

Kanto YU6 or Audioengine HD6? i know a bit of a price difference but $ is not always a measure of excellence. Use for TV and living room music in a larger apartment. Would like to stream music prefer wifi over bluetooth, so probably would want to connect via chromecast audio or similar (also any recommendation on that wifi vs. bluetooth?)

[@AudioAdvice]

Hi! Both are fantastic speakers and perform beyond their price point. You could use either with your TV via the optical input and if you wanted to stream music, you could add a streaming device or use Bluetooth. Wifi has typically been better than Bluetooth for sound quality but both speakers use AptX codecs (the YU6's with Standard Aptx and the HD6's with upgraded AptX HD). If you have a compatible device, you could stream high-res Bluetooth signals to both.

[@puellobeats]

Are any of these good for music production?

[@AudioAdvice]

Yes, the YU6 would be the best, the YU4 and YU2 would be good for near field (close up like at a desk) listening. Thanks for watching!

[@Vhitdeadpool]

why can't i buy the Yu5?

[@AudioAdvice]

They don't make it anymore.

[@ElectronicsForFun]

l don't like active speakers, which is why l bought the kanto yumi's which come with a passive version so you can use your own amplifier.

[@CyberPunkSimms]

So I'm looking at the Yu6 for my desktop pc setup, do I need to get a sound card?

[@janoskovacs7784]

Hi, have you found the answer? I have the same question.

[@CyberPunkSimms]

@@janoskovacs7784 if you're connected them to a PC, No. AUX is fine with the Kanto Yu2 from looking at product listings. But I'd recommend getting a sound card to get the most out of your speakers :)

[@janoskovacs7784]

@@CyberPunkSimms thanks

[@XxTheHopeDivisionxX]

What kind of stand do you have the yu6 on? Im picking these speakers up, but I am looking for a wedge style stand for them instead of sitting them flat on the desk.

[@AudioAdvice]

+Anthony Atkin www.audioadvice.com/audioengine-ds2-desktop-stands-black.html

[@박성현-m2s]

What kind of product is the stand on Kanto YU4?

[@AudioAdvice]

The Kanto stand www.audioadvice.com/shop-by-brand/kanto/kanto-s4-desktop-speaker-stands Thanks for watching

[@sheelmirji5494]

It is made in which country?

[@eruptxve2023]

Is the bass on these better then the z337

[@garrison0532082]

Hooked up my yu4's today. Niiiiice

[@NoMusicNoMeaningful]

can kanto yu6 connect with other brand subwoofer like klipsch svs yamaha monolith?

[@AudioAdvice]

You can. The Sub out will work with nearly any powered subwoofer.

[@Gunbardo]

How do I connect these to my computer…?

[@AudioAdvice]

With a USB cable, thanks for watching

[@dzp17]

Do you think YU6 is a good choice for Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO vinyl player?

[@AudioAdvice]

The turntable is better than the speaker, if you are trying to stay with minimal components, that is an option, but you would be better off with a separate amp and better speakers to appreciate how good the EVO is.

[@dzp17]

@@AudioAdvice thank you! Now, I don’t want to spend more and I want less components, but some years later maybe I upgrade to separate amp and pre amp and a passive speaker pair

[@Musikvidedo]

So if i get the yu4 should i also get A sub?

[@AudioAdvice]

Just depends on your preference, but if you do it will really open things up.

[@garrison0532082]

Just hooked up my yu4's today to a Uturn orbit turntable. Pretty decent bass as is, and sounds amazing. I may still vet a sub eventually but super pleased wirh the crispness these babies put out.

[@youngd7309]

can u add seperate subwoofer ?

[@AudioAdvice]

Yes, you can Kanto offers a few subwoofer options.

[@MP_Soundbox]

Sorry, but as far as I understand, the YU range all have a USB charge port. You can't connect a USB cable to them for audio.

[@valcriston]

Typo on thumbnails ehehe

[@xhyo1]

no bluetooth on yu2?

[@AudioAdvice]

Yes, the YU2 is more of a computer desktop speaker with a USB and analog aux connection. They work quite well this way with their built-in DAC using your computer's USB output.

[@xhyo1]

@@AudioAdvice does the usb ouput better than the aux?

[@AudioAdvice]

@@xhyo1 Yes, the USB DAC in the speakers would be better than coming analog out of your computer. The YU2 is also on sale right now www.audioadvice.com/kanto-yu2-powered-desktop-speakers and if you are using them at your desk, we highly recommend the stands www.audioadvice.com/kanto-s2-desktop-speaker-stands

[@andersaucy]

wish there was purple

[@solara2966]

Is there a sound comparison clip? It's astonishing how scarce this is. Anyone looking for a set has done their hw on how they look, specs etc but want the damn sound comparison. And for some horrific reason when it's done they don't compare it to anything so we have nothing to go by. You have all 3 and didn't pin them against each other? Crazy.

[@AudioAdvice]

The sound would be subject to the room, the recording equipment, the source (in this case, compressed streaming video from KZbin) and finally, your listening gear (computer speakers? Headphones?). There is no way to accurately do this which is why you're finding that it isn't done. The only real way to compare equipment is to listen to them in the same room, in person.

[@AudioAdvice]

Also, if you read our full written review (link in the description) we compare the sound.

[@solara2966]

I don't think anyone is looking for an accurate presentation (especially here since its all compress) but to see how they sound like to have something to go by. I've seen a few clips of speakers against each other and you do see a noticeable difference, even though its compress by KZbin and all of that red tape you just listed. But because of that comparison, a viewer is more aware of what to expect. If I wanted to hear the actual thing ofc I'll be in the same room. But thanks for replying.

[@badbanano]

The YU is a budget version of the YU 6.

[@WhatisReal11]

make sure to awkwardly force a smile when you speak!

[@waterkant999]

no sound ? unbuyable