The Kanto Tuk Powered Bookshelf Speaker Has Set the Bar for its Class!

[@itzturtlexd1721]

I got these as my first pair of high quality speakers and while I have nothing else in the price range to compare to, I LOVE them.

[@hubert-williams3379]

I just bought the Tuks at Walmart damaged box discount.. wait wait .. $469.. Bam!

[@NikkoTuason]

Just bought the Tuk upgraded from YU6 and WOW! I didn't think there would be much of a difference but the details in the highs (probably due to the AMT tweeter?) is just on another level. Dynamics and separation is just amazing. Great review!

[@audioarkitekts]

nikko tuason it’s crazy right?

[@audioarkitekts]

@Anthony willett the Vanatoo’s i heard were really good I’ll have to look into them

[@subbab4]

They don't sound too bad but the left-hand one does buzz a bit. Gave my speaker a bash and it went away so I think I fixed it for you.

[@GOLFADDICT65]

I have the Kanto Tuk's as my computer speakers along with the matching subwoofer.....was debating whether or not to move the system to the TV and use for movies etc.....do you think that set up is enough for a 12 x 15 ft room ? or would it be better to get the fives and would they be enough or the sevens or the nines for my TV speakers and add a 12 inch sub ? ANYONE can respond....great video by the way....thx....cheers from Canada

[@HEARDIFFERENT]

Excellent video production here. A review needing more attention.!!! ( in views count ). So proud of you. And a little jealous. You got hardware man.!!!

[@audioarkitekts]

HEAR DIFFERENT thank you so much that’s much appreciated!

[@Scott-DJ]

I'm trying to outfit my back room with speakers and run it off my amazing Tube DAP w balanced out, so I'm on the search. Which would you get out of the Tuk and the Klipsch Fives? I've heard the TukTweeter can get a little grating/metallic depending on material and the Klipsch can get a bit bombastic sounding. Both can now be found for under $500 which is quite a deal for either... You're right when you said everybody's making powered speakers now! I'm also checking out the Vanatoo T1E and the more upscale but brilliant Andrew Jones' Elac Navis ARB...the analog "manual" design of the speaker would suit my source beautifully. More competition than ever before!

[@simianinc]

My Kef LSXs dies out of warranty so I ordered the Tuk as a replacement for my desktop. They just arrived, but I won't unbox until the stands get here. Loved the review - just one note: AptX isn't better than CD quality - even aptX HD only comes close.

[@SamLGND]

How do you like them compare to the fives? I am an electronic music listener & returned the fives because i found them bright

[@audioarkitekts]

Way better than the Fives and they have tone control and really nice bass.

[@SamLGND]

@@audioarkitekts im debating these or the new Q-acoustic M20 , any thoughts on the M20 in comparison for electronic music ?

[@markjames2338]

Rather than play the music, which I'm hearing through my speakers, I'd rather hear your take on how they sound and compare.

[@audioarkitekts]

Mark James I get blowback on both fronts. When I didn’t play the music people complained. I agree with you I would rather not do a sound test, perhaps just a quick sequence to show what they look like flexing. I’ll definitely work on doing it in a way where everyone is happy lol

[@toastinghost1667]

I know this is a speaker review, but how is the headphone jack? I recently bought a pair of TUKs for a desktop setup, and when using the front 3.5mm front port, I get a high pitched pinging through my headphones that's constant, and noticeable at all sound levels when scenes are quiet enough. Is this typical for a powered speaker with this feature?

[@audioarkitekts]

No thats not common, I would return them and go with the SVS Prime Wireless.

[@toastinghost1667]

@@audioarkitekts I isolated the problem to being a speaker issue, and thought of trying out another pair and sending them back if it's an issue with the Kanto line. Minus the headphone noise, the TUKs otherwise sound great. Especially paired up with a SVS SB2000, I bought at an outlet. SVS quality really impressed me, tho. So I may look into that Prime bookshelf of theirs!

[@psykobibi]

so now im torn ! i dont know what to choose between : Klipsch the sixes Edifire s3000Pro and those gorgeous Kanto TUK ! Help me Please !

[@audioarkitekts]

Seb T i would do Kanto out of those choices all the way

[@psykobibi]

@@audioarkitekts i just bought it and i will receive it today :D this is my first real speaker since my Logitech Z-5300 haha

[@audioarkitekts]

Seb T its going to blow your mind how much bass those speakers have!

[@psykobibi]

@@audioarkitekts I N C R E D I B L E !!! Those Bass are amazing seriously i was not ready for that much power !!! they have they limitation they are not devialet phantome reactor to compare Basses but MAN !!! i'm so happy with this buy !!!

[@audioarkitekts]

Seb T Im glad you like them. Also remember they’ll sound Best hooked up to a good source! Enjoy them!

[@oB_Session]

Not a big deal but just thought I'd mention they are pronounced "TOOKS".

[@derekg2132]

How do Monolith by Monoprice MM-5R compare they look the same just half fhe price

[@hi-fihaven2257]

Hey Mike another great review man! I am shopping around for a pair of powered monitors for TV watching. Especially with football coming I would not have all of my amps on all day. These Kanto Tuk speakers look like a great candidate for me. Not a bad price tag for what you get. Have a great one man!

[@audioarkitekts]

Hi-Fi Haven thanks bro yeah so far from all the powered speakers I’ve tested these have been by far the best.

[@JingoLoBa57]

Lol I love my piano white Monitor Audio Gold 50’s... nice enthusiasm dude!

[@audioarkitekts]

JingoLoBa57 thank you!

[@edoardoferrarini]

Nice review. How they handle tv volume? Do I need to use their dedicated remote for that? And how do you rank TUK compared to klipsch the fives?

[@audioarkitekts]

Edoardo Ferrarini Im going to be doing a more in depth look at the Fives, because I did a video on the fives, however I feel like I need to take a second look because the HDMI arc on the fives is a huge selling point. You should be able to use the tv remote on these however I will get back to you with a definitive answer

[@christopherhuyer6126]

@@audioarkitekts any verdict?? I was wondering the same thing. I’m on the fence between The Fives and the Tuks. I’m someone who prefers clarity and accuracy. I’m also a sucker for bass, but I plan on getting a sub anyways.

[@audioarkitekts]

@@christopherhuyer6126 i just received the fives from Klipsch I’ll let you know in the next couple days.

[@christopherhuyer6126]

@@audioarkitekts can’t wait to hear your take! Love the videos!

[@bbutler5090]

I was about to post the exact same question. I will be using these almost exclusively with a turntable. I like the smaller footprint of the Tuk, but the retro look of the 5s. But with any speaker, I’ll make my decision based upon sound quality. Any opinion?

[@thegrimmer]

I like my pair, but have had some QC issues that cost me shipping back to Kanto. Also, I think you misspoke about still DSP -- the slave speaker is passive, connected only by speaker wires.

[@robace2021]

Nice job as always.. keep it up

[@audioarkitekts]

Robert Acevedo you da best brotha! Live stream tonight at 10pm MDT

[@VinylRundown]

Good review and really intrigued by this speaker. Got to hear it live at the Long Beach show and sounded really good. Sorry I have to ask - did you pay for your own pair, did they send you a free review pair or what? Thanks.

[@carewser]

As much as I love the look and sound of the Tuk's my first pair malfunctioned so Kanto sent me another pair and with the second pair the remote died after a while so Kanto sent me another remote and I haven't even had them for a year and a half

[@HPMIKE55]

Great job bro! I have this speakers & upgrade the speakers wires & the power cord It’s 100% better. 😎👍🏻

[@audioarkitekts]

Henry47 I’ll try that thanks bro

[@HPMIKE55]

Audio Arkitekts the cord was $200 & wires was $175 yes I know I’m crazy. Lol 😂 now I’m looking for a powered towers speakers.😎👍🏻

[@audioarkitekts]

Henry47 damn Henry thats a lot of $$$

[@SamLGND]

@@HPMIKE55 which cords and why did you upgrade them

[@Bass_therapy_]

Your videos are incredible ❤️

[@audioarkitekts]

Bass Therapy wouldn’t be able to stay motivated without good buddy’s like you! Thanks for your support!

[@Bass_therapy_]

Audio Arkitekts same here

[@jaytorr6701]

Great review. Can you comment on soundstage and imaging? And I assume they sound better than the Klipsch Fives?

[@audioarkitekts]

Jay Torr I did in the beginning I thought. The soundstage is very wide and you can literally be standing in different parts of the room and still be immersed. Imaging was a little bright but not fatiguing at all. This speaker is in a completely different league in sound quality as the Fives for sure. I was very impressed!

[@jaytorr6701]

@@audioarkitekts you are right, sorry I missed. These look quite intriguing, thanks for the very informative review.

[@SaifUllah-yu1wy]

"Kanto" name is awesome by the way.

[@STONJAUS_FILMS]

sounds like "sing" ins Spanish or pocket in Indonesian

[@brettjlim]

can you add kanto sub8 bass for tuk?

[@rjmoyer2]

Yes

[@sickmessiah]

why no XLR ?

[@audioarkitekts]

synbiont that’s more of a studio monitor feature these are more consumer friendly

[@Zombie101]

anyone getting high pitch coil whine through the headphone out? using 32ohm headphone btw

[@infinitewindow164]

These or the klipsh fives.

[@bigjay1970]

Mike, just some helpful constructive criticism. The music is just too overwhelming it's drowning you out!🤗😇 Also the Music Choice might be just a little too busy. I say this not as a hater but as the opposite otherwise I wouldn't say anything!😬😎 Considering I retired at 36 Now 51 and let's just say I have a little bit of time on my hands to watch these type of KZbin videos over the years, believe me I know what I'm talkin about.😉🤫😬 You have great things to say, I just want to be able to hear them without that very distracting overbearing music! Of course on your podcast with Mr. Godzilla 🤭🤭😝, you don't have any of that distracting music. I'm not saying don't use any music but listen to it for yourself.

[@audioarkitekts]

Big Jay I agree ☝🏼 thank you for the good thoughts. I’ll definitely change it up in future videos! Thanks brother for the support it’s much appreciated.

[@bigjay1970]

@@audioarkitekts You remind me very much of a very old dear friend from my college days Mark! He or should I say You seem like a very close clone of him it's scary. He is Greek, while you Cuban I believe but your voice, look and manorisms are almost identical. But the way he now owns a very, very successful Nursery/ landscaping empire because he is a hard worker and enjoys what he does! Keep it up because you obviously enjoy Audio!🤗😉😬

[@JingoLoBa57]

Take away the background shit storm dear and spare us. You have a nice voice, let us hear it, uninterrupted please.

[@ooievaar]

Could not keep listening to your presentation. That awfull background music......

[@bilbonanno4443]

Mike, please turn down, or better yet, off, the background music!