In this review, we will be comparing YU Passive 4-inch and SX-60, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from Kanto and Cambridge Audio. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Kanto YU Passive 4-inch and Cambridge SX-60 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Kanto YU Passive 4-inch Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
- 4" Kevlar Woofer
- 60-20k Hz Frequency Response
- 86 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 4ohms
- Weight:2.50kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 220.0" x 5.5" x 7.5"( 220.0 x 140.0 x 190.0mm )
Cambridge SX-60 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
- 6.5" Treated paper Woofer
- 41-22k Hz Frequency Response
- 89 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:20-100watts
- Weight:5.00kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 342.0" x 7-15/16" x 10-7/8"( 342.0 x 202.0 x 277.0mm )
What size room are the Kanto YU Passive 4-inch and Cambridge SX-60 speakers good for?
The size of the room in which you are planning to use these loudspeakers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their size and max power parameters:
| Listening Environment* |
Kanto YU Passive 4-inch |
Cambridge SX-60 |
| Near-field |
Good |
Average |
| Small Room |
Good |
Good |
| Mid-size Room |
Average |
Average |
| Large Room |
Poor |
Poor |
| Very Large Room |
No way |
Bad |
(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2, Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m2.
Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Kanto YU Passive 4-inch and Cambridge SX-60 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 YU Passive 4-inch and SX-60 are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Kanto YU Passive 4-inch |
Cambridge SX-60 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 4-inch
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
YU Passive 4-inch features a 1" Silk Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 4" Kevlar Woofer . On the other hand, the SX-60 features a 1" Silk Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Treated paper Woofer .
Frequency Response
YU Passive 4-inch has a frequency range of 60-20k Hz whereas SX-60 has a frequency range of 41-22k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 41Hz, the SX-60 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the YU Passive 4-inch's min frequency of 60Hz.
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
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High Frequency
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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.
Impedance and Sensitivity
YU Passive 4-inch is a 4 ohms speaker compared to the SX-60 which has a nominal impedance of 8 ohms. Lower impedance speakers, especially the ones that are rated at 4 ohms may put more pressure on the amplifier unit especially when played at high volume levels, so make sure the amp you pair with the YU Passive 4-inch can provide this impedance level.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. YU Passive 4-inch sensitivity is rated at 86 dB and the SX-60's is rated at 89 dB. This 3 dB difference makes the Cambridge SX-60 a more sensitive speaker compared to Kanto YU Passive 4-inch, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
YU Passive 4-inch features Post type posts and SX-60 has a Post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Cambridge SX-60's Post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
YU Passive 4-inch has a rear firing port whereas SX-60 has a front firing ports. Cambridge SX-60's front-firing port gives more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls compared to Kanto YU Passive 4-inch with its rear-firing port.
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 YU Passive 4-inch's and Cambridge SX-60's external dimensions. Kanto YU Passive 4-inch has external dimensions of 220.0 x 140.0 x 190.0mm ( 8.7 x 5.5 x 7.5inch) whereas Cambridge SX-60 has external dimensions of 342.0 x 202.0 x 277.0mm ( 13-7/16 x 7-15/16 x 10-7/8inch) .
Cambridge SX-60 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 62mm wider, 122mm taller and 87mm deeper than Kanto YU Passive 4-inch.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Kanto YU Passive 4-inch and Cambridge SX-60 in scale.
Comparison image of Kanto YU Passive 4-inch and Cambridge SX-60 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 YU Passive 4-inch is approximately 266.0cm2 / 41.2inch2 and base area of the Cambridge SX-60 is approximately 559.5cm2 / 86.7inch2. The YU Passive 4-inch requires 52% less surface area than the SX-60 which gives it a small advantage 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 Kanto YU Passive 4-inch and Cambridge SX-60 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 Kanto YU Passive 4-inch weighs 2.50kg / 5.5lbs and the Cambridge SX-60 weighs 5.00kg / 11lbs. This makes the SX-60 100% heavier than the YU Passive 4-inch.
Here is a comparison of how YU Passive 4-inch and SX-60's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.
Weight
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What's in the Box of Kanto YU Passive 4-inch?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of YU Passive 4-inch:
8 x Rubber Feet Manual
What's in the Box of Cambridge SX-60?
Here are the items that come with the SX-60:
2 Bookshelf loudspeakers 2 Grilles 8 Self-adhesive feet 2 Foam port inserts Installation Guide