Name: Kanto YU2MB
Brand: Kanto
SKU: B00GMPDAHM
Price: 239.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (1017 reviews)

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The Kanto YU2MB is a compact powered desktop speaker pair featuring a built‑in USB DAC, a 3" Kevlar woofer and 3/4" silk‑dome tweeter, delivering 80 Hz‑20 kHz sound with low distortion in a small footprint suitable for PC and gaming setups.

✓ Best for: Desktop computer setups, PC gaming rigs, and small‑space audio environments where a USB DAC and compact footprint are desired, especially when paired with a subwoofer for enhanced bass.

Pros

✓Compact dimensions (3.9" W × 5.3" D × 5.9" H) allow placement on tight desktop surfaces without sacrificing audible presence.
✓Integrated USB Type‑B DAC bypasses low‑quality computer sound cards, providing up to 16‑bit/48 kHz stereo playback directly from the speaker.
✓Bass‑reflex enclosure with rear‑firing slot port extends low‑frequency response down to 80 Hz despite the small driver size.
✓Class D amplification delivers 25 W RMS per channel with total harmonic distortion below 0.1 %, ensuring clean and efficient power handling.

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Specifications

Accessories

Included AccessoriesPower cord, speaker wires, 6.5' aux cable, USB cable, rubber feet

Audio

Tweeter Size3/4 inch (19 mm) silk dome mm

Tweeter TypeSilk dome

Woofer Size3 inch (76 mm) Kevlar composite mm

Woofer MaterialKevlar composite

Frequency Response80 Hz – 20 kHz ±6 dB

Connectivity

Aux Input3.5 mm (1/8")

USB InputUSB Type‑B (16‑bit/48 kHz DAC)

Subwoofer OutputRCA

Speaker Wire OutputBinding post pair (10' included)

Controls

Volume ControlRear‑panel knob

Design

Height5.9 inches mm

Width5.3 inches mm

Depth3.9 inches mm

Weight6.0 lb g

Active Speaker Weight3.1 lb g

Features

Color OptionsEight colors, matte and gloss finishes

USB DAC SupportUp to 16‑bit/48 kHz stereo

CompatibilityWorks with any powered subwoofer

General

BrandKanto

ModelYU2MB

ColorMatte Black

Release Date2016-04-01

Warranty2 years

Power

Power Supply VoltageAC 100–240V, 50/60 Hz

Amplifier

Class D Power Amplifier25 W RMS per channel, 100 W peak

Input

Input Sensitivity550 mV

Crossover

Crossover Frequency2‑way system at 2.5 kHz

Enclosure

Cabinet DesignBass‑reflex MDF with rear‑firing slot port, no grille

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