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KEF LS50 Wireless II vs Kanto TUK Comparison

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KEF LS50 Wireless II

Powered Bookshelf | 45-28k Hz

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KEF LS50 Wireless II vs Kanto TUK Speaker Comparison

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.

KEF LS50 Wireless II Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 380-watt RMS( 760-watt Peak) Integrated Amplifier
  • 12th Generation Uni-Q Driver
  • 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter
  • 5.25" Aluminum Woofer
  • 45-28k Hz Frequency Response
  • 32-bit Max Depth / 384 kHz Max Sample Rate
  • Built-in 4.2 Bluetooth
  • App Control Feature
  • Weight:10.00kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 277.8" x 7.875" x 12.6875"( 277.8 x 200.0 x 322.3mm )

Kanto TUK Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 130-watt RMS( 260-watt Peak) Integrated Amplifier
  • 1.0625 x 1.375" AMT Tweeter
  • 5.25" Aluminum Woofer
  • 50-20k Hz Frequency Response
  • 24-bit Max Depth / 96 kHz Max Sample Rate
  • Built-in 4.2 Bluetooth
  • Weight:4.50kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 277.8" x 7.06" x 10.9"( 277.8 x 179.4 x 276.2mm )

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.


**This post contains affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.


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

LS50 Wireless II
TUK
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

KEF LS50 Wireless II
Kanto TUK
Min
Average
Max

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.

KEF LS50 Wireless II vs Kanto TUK Size Comparison - Front View
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:

KEF LS50 Wireless II vs Kanto TUK Size Comparison on a Media Console
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
KEF LS50 Wireless II
Kanto TUK
Min
Average
Max

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 speakers
  • Two 6.5-feet AC power cords
  • 10-feet Cat-6 interconnect speaker cable
  • Remote control
  • 2 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

  • Reasons to choose KEF LS50 Wireless II over Kanto TUK
    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

    Reasons to choose Kanto TUK over KEF LS50 Wireless II

    Base Surface Area 495cm2 vs 644cm2 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
    KEF LS50 Wireless II vs Kanto TUK Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    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

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