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Kanto YU2 Powered desktop stereo speaker system (Matte White)

Item # 310YU2MW

They're compact, self-powered, and good-looking. Perfect for creating a personal desktop listening station.

They're compact, self-powered, and good-looking. Perfect for creating a personal desktop listening station.

Item # 310YU2MW

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$249.99 pair

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About the Kanto YU2

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Product highlights:

  • powered stereo speakers
  • Type-B USB input with built-in DAC lets you bypass your computer's sound card for better performance
    • USB DAC supports stereo input up to 16-bit/48kHz resolution
  • bass-reflex speaker cabinets with rear-firing slot ports
  • two 25-watt RMS amplifiers built into left (active) speaker
  • frequency response: 80-20,000 Hz (±6 dB)
  • each speaker features:
    • one 3/4" silk dome tweeter
    • one 3" Kevlar® mid/woofer
  • rear-panel volume control on left speaker
Connections:
  • gold-plated binding post speaker terminals (10-foot speaker wire included to connect left and right speaker)
  • USB input (USB Type-A to Type-B cable included)
  • 3.5mm stereo analog input (mini-to-mini cable included)
  • mono RCA subwoofer output
Dimensions and warranty:
  • 4"W x 6"H x 6-1/2"D (measured by Crutchfield)
  • weight: 3.1 lbs. (left speaker), 2.9 lbs. (right speaker)
  • warranty: 2 years
  • MFR # YU2MW
  • Item # 310YU2MW

No separate amplifier required.

What's in the box:

Kanto YU2 owner's manual

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  • Left powered speaker
  • Right passive speaker
  • AC power adapter (attached 57" DC cord)
  • 69" AC power cord
  • 9.75' Speaker wire
  • 6.5' USB-B to USB-A cable
  • 6.5' Stereo minijack cable
  • 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet
  • User Manual
  • "Thank You" note

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More details on the Kanto YU2

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Features & specs

Connections
Ethernet Port No
USB-A Port No
USB-B Port 1
USB-C Port No
3.5mm Aux Input 1
RCA Input No
XLR Input No
Phono Input No
1/4" Input No
Optical Digital Input No
Coaxial Digital Input No
HDMI Input No
Headphone Jack No
Subwoofer Output mono-RCA
Wireless Features
Bluetooth No
Wi-Fi No
Wi-Fi Bands No
Wireless Stereo Pairing No
Driver Details
Tweeter Size (Inches) 0.75
Tweeter Type Soft-Dome
Tweeter Material Silk
Midrange Size (Inches) ---
Midrange Type ---
Woofer Size (Inches) 3
Woofer Type Kevlar
Audio Specs
Watts RMS (Continuous) 50
Watts Maximum (Peak) 100
Frequency Response 80-20k
Max. Digital Audio Bit Depth N/A
Max. Digital Audio Sample Rate N/A
High-res Audio Playback
From Network No
From USB Thumb Drive (USB-A) No
From Computer (USB-B) No
From Computer (USB-C) No
Control
Handheld Remote No
Control by app N/A
Amazon Alexa No
Google Assistant No
Other Specs
Width (Inches) 4
Height (Inches) 6
Depth (Inches) 6.5
Parts Warranty 2 Years
Labor Warranty 2 Years

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Features

Two-Way Driver Design: The Kanto YU2 features a two-way driver design with a 0.75" silk dome tweeter and 3" kevlar cone woofer for clear high and detailed midrange/midbass frequencies.

  • 0.75" Silk Dome Tweeter: The 0.75" tweeter is made from silk to deliver a high-frequency range that's bright and refined. The tweeter's dome shape improves sound dispersion to ensure your ears capture every sound, regardless of where you are in the room.
  • 3" Kevlar Cone Woofer: The 3" woofer cone is made of a kevlar material and features a rubber surround for long-lasting performance. The woofer provides surprisingly controlled and accurate low frequency response.

Class D Amplifier: The 0.75" tweeter and 3" woofer are powered by a built-in 25 watt (RMS) / 50 watt (Peak) x 2 channel amplifier for dynamic sound reproduction. The built-in amplifier is located in the YU2's "Left" powered speaker. The binding-post output terminals on back of the "Left" powered speaker and the included 9.75' speaker wire provide connection to the "Right" passive speaker's binding-post input terminals.

Note: The included 9.75' speaker wire can be replaced with a long speaker wire (sold separately - see Accessories Tab), if your setup requires that the speakers be placed further apart.

Bass Reflex Cabinet: The Kanto YU2 powered speaker system utilizes a bass reflex enclosure design with a rear-firing slot port for greater efficiency and bigger bass response. The speaker cabinet is available in a black, white, grey, teal, red, or bamboo finish.

Note: The Kanto YU2 powered speaker system does not come with grilles.

Built-in DAC w/ USB-B Port: Featuring a built-in DAC (digital-to-analog) and USB-B port (located on the "Left" powered speaker), the YU2 lets you connect directly to your computer (Windows or Mac) via USB, eliminating any interference that your computer’s onboard soundcard may pick-up while enjoying a fully digital, high-quality audio connection. The YU2's USB DAC supports 2ch stereo up to 16-bit/48kHz resolution. When connecting your computer via USB connection, the noisy built-in DAC of your computer is bypassed, and the audio signals are instead decoded by the YU2's high-quality DAC, delivering rich and distortion-free sound to the speakers.

Notes:

  • Please ensure you have changed the proper audio output settings in your computer, so audio signals are output to the YU2 speakers and not to your computer's internal speakers. Select "USB Audio DAC" as the output device in your computer audio settings.
  • No separate USB drivers are required for Windows PC or Mac.
  • The Kanto YU2 is not equipped with a USB-A port for connecting a USB thumbdrive.

Aux Input: The Kanto YU2 is outfitted with an Aux input (located on the "Left" powered speaker) for connecting an external portable audio device, such as your portable music player. The Aux input can also be used to connect an optional Bluetooth adapter or Phono preamp (both sold separately).

  • Optional Bluetooth Adapter: The Kanto YU2 does not offer wireless connectivity. However, you can add a wireless Bluetooth adapter (sold separately - see Accessories Tab) to the system speaker system.
  • Optional Phono Preamp: To connect a turntable to the YU2 speaker system, you'll need a turntable with a built-in Phono preamp or an external phono preamp (sold separately - see Accessories Tab).

Sub Out: The Kanto YU2 is equipped with a mono-RCA subwoofer output (located on the "Left" powered speaker) for connecting a powered subwoofer (sold separately - see Accessories Tab) to add deep, low bass to the speaker system. The YU2's sub output is full-range, so you'll need a powered subwoofer with a built-in low-pass crossover.

Power/Volume Control: There is a rotary knob on the back of the "Left" powered speaker that controls Power On/Of and Volume Up/Down functions. There is a LED on the front of the "Left" powered speaker to indicate power. The LED illuminates blue when the system is powered on and does not illuminate when off.

Mounting & Placement Options: The YU2 powered speaker system is designed for either desktop, bookshelf, or stand mounting to enhance your computer audio listening in a near-field environment; but can also be used in a standard 2ch stereo application. The speakers come with self-adhesive rubber feet to protect your furniture (the feet add approximately 0.125" to the overall height of the speakers). Check out the Accessories Tab for desktop and floor stands (sold separately).

  • In either setup, the space between the two speakers and the distance from the rear wall is important. If the speakers are positioned too close or too far apart, stereo imaging will not be fully developed.
  • The YU2 is designed to perform optimally positioned at least 7.875" to 9.875" from the rear wall for best bass response.
  • Regardless of the setup you choose, keep in mind that rooms vary in shape, size, and furnishing; a certain amount of experimentation may be necessary to determine the most suitable position that delivers the most satisfying sound performance.

Note: The Kanto YU2 does not offer brackets, threaded inserts, or key-hole slots to wall-mount the speaker system.

Power Requirements: The Kanto YU2's "Left" powered speaker includes a AC power adapter and cord that will need to be plugged into an AC power outlet or surge protector (sold separately - see Accessories Tab). The "Right" passive speaker does not require AC power.

Note: The Kanto YU2 speaker system is not battery powered.

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Customer Q&A

4 questions already asked

Q
Can one these speakers be stacked on top of the other? I'm deaf in one ear and would be placing them to both to the right of my monitor.
dennis  Aug 27, 2022
8 answers
A
Given that there are small pads ("feet") that can be placed on the bottom of each one, I'd say it's probably ok-just make sure they're in place & assembled before stacking. Vibration from bass frequencies can knock one of the top of the other if you don't.
stephen  Jan 11, 2023
A
I don't see why not. They are the same dimensions and pretty sturdy
daniel  Sep 01, 2022
A
Yes, stacks easily and sounds great!
jay  Aug 28, 2022
A
I don't see why not.
benjamin  Aug 28, 2022
A
I don't see why not. I turned mine sideways so they lay horizontal on my desk. They would certainly stack that way. The included stick-on rubber feet could keeps them from slipping. They may be a bit unstable if you stack them on their small ends though.
reuben  Aug 28, 2022
A
Yes. As long as your not hang the optional stands.
douglas  Aug 27, 2022
A
Absolutely. I would just put some rubber or foam feet on them so they don't walk.
heath  Aug 27, 2022
A
While it won't damage anything by having one placed on top of the other, there could be some vibration. If you decide to do so, I'd put something between them to cushion the top one and keep it from vibrating and moving.
brooke  Aug 27, 2022 (Staff)
Q
Are these compatible with the Mac XDR Display?
arianna  Sep 06, 2023
1 answer
A
It would be possible to connect your Mac devices, including the XDR Display, via USB. It will be necessary to use an adapter cable for this application since the speakers offer USB Type-B.
zachary  Sep 07, 2023 (Staff)
Q
Can these be used with a turntable?
cynthia  Oct 01, 2022
1 answer
A
Greetings Cindy, and thank you for your question. The Kanto YU2's can be used with some turntables. A turntable that has a phono preamp built in, or if the turntable is older and does not have that preamp, you would need to connect the turntable to a preamp first, then to the speakers.
thomas  Oct 01, 2022 (Staff)

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