In this review, we will be comparing SUB8 v2 and SUB8, two Powered Subwoofer speakers by Kanto. Being Powered subwoofers, they both have built-in amplifiers so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp to power them. Let's have a brief look at the main features of Kanto SUB8 v2 and Kanto SUB8 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.
In the following sections, we will get into details in order to better understand how the Kanto SUB8 v2 and Kanto SUB8 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these subwoofers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
The efficiency of a subwoofer is directly proportional to the total radiating are squared hence the woofer quantity and diameter.Kanto SUB8 v2and Kanto SUB8 have the same driver set up: Both subwoofers have 1 x 8" drivers.
Frequency Response
SUB8 v2 and SUB8 has exactly the same frequency range of 35-175 Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Subwoofer class in our database.
Low Frequency
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High Frequency
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Cabinet Type
Both Kanto SUB8 v2 and Kanto SUB8 have Acoustic Suspension type cabinets. Acoustic Suspension aka Sealed type subwoofers have enclosures that are sealed hence no ports or holes exists on the cabinet. Sealed designs helps to provide more accurate and tight bass responses compared to ported designs.
Physical Specs
Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Kanto SUB8 v2's and Kanto SUB8's external dimensions. Kanto SUB8 v2 has external dimensions of 302.0 x 281.0 x 326.0mm ( 11-7/8inch x 11-1/16inch x 12-13/16inch ) whereas Kanto SUB8 has external dimensions of 301.0 x 281.0 x 329.0mm ( 11-13/16 x 11-1/16 x 12-15/16inch) .
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Kanto SUB8 v2 and Kanto SUB8 in scale.
Comparison image of Kanto SUB8 v2 and Kanto SUB8 Size and External Dimensions
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the Kanto SUB8 v2 is approximately 916.1cm2 / 142.0inch2 and base area of the Kanto SUB8 is approximately 924.5cm2 / 143.3inch2. The SUB8 v2 requires 1% less surface area than the SUB8 which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
Weight Comparison The weight of a subwoofer may become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often to find the optimal positioning, also known as 'Subwoofer Crawling'. The Kanto SUB8 v2 weighs 7.82kg / 17.2lbs and the Kanto SUB8 weighs 7.82kg / 17.2lbs.
Here is a comparison of how SUB8 v2 and SUB8's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.
Weight
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What's in the Box of Kanto SUB8 v2?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of SUB8 v2:
Powered subwoofer6-feet AC power cord10-feet mono-RCA cableUser ManualUser Manual Language Update Note
What's in the Box of Kanto SUB8?
Here are the items that come with the SUB8:
Powered subwoofer6-feet AC power cord9.75-feet mono-RCA cableUser Manual
 Base Surface Area |
916cm2 (281x326mm)
vs
924cm2 (281x329mm)
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Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
240USD
vs
300USD
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costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Height |
301mm
vs
302mm
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Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
| General |
Kanto SUB8 v2 |
Kanto SUB8 |
| Brand |
Kanto |
Kanto |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
150 watts |
125 watts |
| Frequency Response |
35-175 Hz |
35-175 Hz |
Amplifier |
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| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
150-watt RMS |
125-watt RMS |
| Watts Peak (Max) |
300-watt RMS |
250-watt RMS |
Drivers |
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| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
8" |
8" |
| Woofer Composition |
Paper |
Paper |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
front |
front |
Physical Specs |
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| Height |
302.0mm (11.9") |
301.0mm (11.9") |
| Width |
281.0mm (11.1") |
281.0mm (11.1") |
| Depth |
326.0mm (12.8") |
329.0mm (13") |
| Weight |
7.82kg (17.2lbs) |
7.82kg (17.2lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Acoustic Suspension |
Acoustic Suspension |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
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Other |
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| Parts Warranty |
2 Years |
2 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
2 Years |
2 Years |