In this review, we will be comparing LS50 Wireless II and TUK, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from KEF and Kanto. Being Powered speakers, 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 KEF LS50 Wireless II and Kanto TUK first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the KEF LS50 Wireless II and Kanto TUK compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
Both LS50 Wireless II and TUK are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
KEF LS50 Wireless II |
Kanto TUK |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1.0625 x 1.375-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 5.25-inch
|
1 x 5.25-inch
|
LS50 Wireless II features a 1" Aluminum Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" Aluminum Woofer . On the other hand, the TUK features a 1.0625 x 1.375" Folded ribbon AMT Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" Aluminum Woofer .
Frequency Response
LS50 Wireless II has a frequency range of 45-28k Hz whereas TUK has a frequency range of 50-20k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 45Hz, the LS50 Wireless II can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the TUK's min frequency of 50Hz.
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 Bookshelf class in our database.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.
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 KEF LS50 Wireless II's and Kanto TUK's external dimensions. KEF LS50 Wireless II has external dimensions of 277.8 x 200.0 x 322.3mm ( 10.9375 x 7.875 x 12.6875inch) whereas Kanto TUK has external dimensions of 277.8 x 179.4 x 276.2mm ( 10.9 x 7.06 x 10.9inch) .
Below you can see the front view size comparison of KEF LS50 Wireless II and Kanto TUK in scale.
Comparison image of KEF LS50 Wireless II and Kanto TUK 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 KEF LS50 Wireless II is approximately 644.6cm2 / 99.9inch2 and base area of the Kanto TUK is approximately 495.5cm2 / 76.8inch2. The LS50 Wireless II requires 30% more surface area than the TUK which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.
Here is an another comparison that shows both speakers on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet, next to a standard size amplifier and turntable in scale:
Size Comparison image of KEF LS50 Wireless II and Kanto TUK on a Media Console
Weight Comparison The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The KEF LS50 Wireless II weighs 10.00kg / 22lbs and the Kanto TUK weighs 4.50kg / 9.9lbs. This makes the LS50 Wireless II 122% heavier than the TUK.
Here is a comparison of how LS50 Wireless II and TUK's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Bookshelf class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
What's in the Box of KEF LS50 Wireless II?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of LS50 Wireless II:
2 Wireless powered speakersTwo 6.5-feet AC power cords10-feet Cat-6 interconnect speaker cableRemote control2 AAA batteries Quick Start Guide Important Safety Information Warranty Information
What's in the Box of Kanto TUK?
Here are the items that come with the TUK:
Remote with Batteries 2 x Magnetic Grilles Power Cord Speaker Wire with Banana plugs (15 ft) 3.5mm to RCA Cable (6 ft) USB Cable 8 x Rubber Feet Manual
 Low Frequency Response |
45 Hz
vs
50 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
28k Hz
vs
20k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 App-Based Control |
Apple iOS, Android
vs
None
|
Control the speaker via an app |
 Ethernet Connection |
Yes
vs
No
|
High quality streaming over Ethernet |
 USB Port |
Service only
vs
No
|
USB port adds flexibility |
 3.5mm Connection |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connection via 3.5mm AUX input |
 HDMI Input |
eARC
vs
No
|
Connect HDMI sources directly |
 Base Surface Area |
495cm2 (179x276mm)
vs
644cm2 (200x322mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
900USD
vs
2499USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 RCA Connection |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connection via RCA input |
 Phono Input |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connect your turntable directly |
 Headphone Output |
3.5mm
vs
No
|
Connect your headphone |
| General |
KEF LS50 Wireless II |
Kanto TUK |
| Brand |
KEF |
Kanto |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Stereo Speakers |
Powered Stereo Speakers |
| Frequency Response |
45-28k Hz |
50-20k Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
380-watt RMS |
130-watt RMS |
| Watts Peak (Max) |
760-watt RMS |
260-watt RMS |
| Max Bit Depth |
32-bit |
24-bit |
| Max Sample Rate |
384 kHz |
96 kHz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
5.25" |
5.25" |
| Woofer Composition |
Aluminum |
Aluminum |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
n/a |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1.0625 x 1.375" |
| Tweeter Type |
Hard-Dome |
AMT |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
n/a |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
277.8mm (10.9") |
277.8mm (10.9") |
| Width |
200.0mm (7.9") |
179.4mm (7.1") |
| Depth |
322.3mm (12.7") |
276.2mm (10.9") |
| Weight |
10.00kg (22lbs) |
4.50kg (9.9lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
bass reflex |
| Mounting Bracket |
No |
No |
| Grille |
n/a |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Aux Inputs |
3.5mm |
RCA |
| USB Port |
Service only |
USB-B |
| Phone Input |
No |
Yes |
| Subwoofer Output |
Wired |
Wired |
| Digital Input |
Optical, Coax |
Optical |
| HDMI Input |
eARC |
No |
| Headphone Jack |
No |
3.5mm |
| Ethernet Port |
Yes |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
1 Year |
2 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
1 Year |
2 Years |