Kanto YU6 Passive (2nd Gen) Bookshelf Speakers (Pair)
The Kanto YU6 Passive (2nd Gen) Bookshelf Speakers deliver expansive, dynamic sound and pristine acoustic resolution for dedicated stereo systems and home theaters systems. Pairing 5.25-inch abaca-reinforced woofers with 1-inch silk dome tweeters and precision crossover tuning, these full-sized passive bookshelf monitors provide seamless integration with high-performance integrated amplifiers and surround sound receivers.
If you want to know how to pair full-range passive bookshelf speakers with modern stereo receivers, how to eliminate edge diffraction with silicone trim rings, or what unpowered speakers offer authoritative 55Hz bass response with 200W peak handling, the Kanto YU6 Passive Gen 2 delivers the ultimate solution. Hi-fi enthusiasts searching for 4-way knurled binding posts, 4-ohm nominal impedance, and rigid MDF cabinet architecture will appreciate the superior acoustic purity built into this second-generation Kanto loudspeaker.
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The second-generation Kanto YU6 Passive bookshelf speakers bring the acclaimed acoustic platform of the YU6 to listeners who demand the freedom of external amplification. Sold as a matched pair, YU6 Passive features full-sized cabinet proportions engineered to deliver punchy, room-filling sound in two-channel stereo or multi-channel home cinema environments.
At the heart of the YU6 Passive are re-engineered 5.25-inch abaca-reinforced woofers that combine the lightweight rigidity of natural fibers with rapid transient speed, reproducing lifelike vocal midrange and bass depth down to 55 Hz. The 1-inch silk dome tweeters project crystalline high frequencies up to 22 kHz, surrounded by seamless silicone dispersion rings that suppress cabinet edge reflections. With heavy-duty 4-way knurled binding posts and integrated 1/4"-20 mounting inserts, the YU6 Passive offers flawless connectivity and placement versatility.
Features:
- Full-Sized Passive Architecture: External amplifier design handles 65W RMS / 100W peak per speaker (130W RMS / 200W peak pair).
- 5.25-Inch Abaca-Reinforced Woofers: Delivers natural, uncompressed midrange and dynamic low-frequency punch down to 55 Hz.
- 1-Inch Silk Dome Tweeters: Smooth, fatigue-free treble response extends up to 22 kHz for reference imaging.
- Silicone Diffraction Rings: Precision-molded driver trim eliminates acoustic baffle diffraction for enhanced stereo soundstaging.
- 4-Way Knurled Speaker Terminals: Sturdy gold-plated binding posts accept heavy-gauge wire, spades, or banana plugs.
- Dense MDF Cabinet Construction: Vinyl-wrapped acoustic-grade enclosures feature rear-firing bass ports to optimize low-end efficiency.
- Threaded Stand Mounts: Integrated bottom 1/4"-20 threaded holes provide secure coupling to compatible floor stands.
Specifications:
- Acoustic & Electrical Performance:
- Speaker Architecture: 2-Way Passive Bass-Reflex Bookshelf System
- Tweeter: 1-Inch (25 mm) Silk Dome Tweeter
- Woofer: 5.25-Inch (133 mm) Abaca-Reinforced Paper Cone Woofer
- Frequency Response: 55 Hz - 22 kHz
- Nominal Impedance: 4 Ohms
- Power Handling per Speaker: 65 W RMS / 100 W Peak
- Power Handling per Pair: 130 W RMS / 200 W Peak
- Cabinet Dimensions & Physical Weight:
- Dimensions per Speaker (W x D x H): 7.0" x 8.5" x 10.7" (17.8 x 21.5 x 27.2 cm)
- Product Net Weight per Pair: 19.4 lbs (8.8 kg)
- Shipping Box Dimensions: 19.7" x 12.4" x 15.4" (50.0 x 31.5 x 39.0 cm)
- Shipping Weight: 22.0 lbs (10.0 kg)
- Enclosure Finish: Vinyl-Wrapped Acoustic-Grade MDF
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