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Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch vs Jamo S 801 Comparison

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Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch vs Jamo S 801 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing YU Passive 5.25-inch and S 801, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from Kanto and Jamo.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch and Jamo S 801 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 5.25" kevlar Woofer
  • 50-20k Hz Frequency Response
  • 89 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 6ohms
  • Weight:4.00kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 272.0" x 6.9" x 8.1"( 272.0 x 175.0 x 205.0mm )

Jamo S 801 Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 4" Aluminized Polyfiber Woofer
  • 76-26k Hz Frequency Response
  • 85 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:up to 60watts
  • Weight:2.70kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 285.0" x 6.1" x 6.4"( 285.0 x 156.0 x 163.0mm )

What size room are the Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch and Jamo S 801 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 5.25-inch Jamo S 801
Near-field Average Good
Small Room Good Good
Mid-size Room Average Average
Large Room Poor Poor
Very Large Room Bad No way

(* 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 5.25-inch and Jamo S 801 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 YU Passive 5.25-inch and S 801 are 2-way speakers.

Driver Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch Jamo S 801
Driver Setup 2-way 2-way
Tweeter 1-inch 1-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 1 x 5.25-inch 1 x 4-inch

YU Passive 5.25-inch features a 1" Silk Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" kevlar Woofer . On the other hand, the S 801 features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 4" Aluminized Polyfiber Woofer .

Frequency Response

YU Passive 5.25-inch has a frequency range of 50-20k Hz whereas S 801 has a frequency range of 76-26k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 50Hz, the YU Passive 5.25-inch can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the S 801's min frequency of 76Hz.

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

YU Passive 5.25-inch
S 801
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch
Jamo S 801
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.

Impedance and Sensitivity

YU Passive 5.25-inch is a 6 ohms speaker compared to the S 801 which has a nominal impedance of 8 ohms.

These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. YU Passive 5.25-inch sensitivity is rated at 89 dB and the S 801's is rated at 85 dB. This 4 dB difference makes the Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch a more sensitive speaker compared to Jamo S 801, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Bookshelf Speakers

YU Passive 5.25-inch
S 801
Min
Average
Max

Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring

YU Passive 5.25-inch features Post type posts and S 801 has a Post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.

Jamo S 801Post Terminals
Jamo S 801's Post terminals

Cabinet Type and Port Position

Both YU Passive 5.25-inch and S 801 have rear firing ports. Rear ported speakers generally need more room between the backside of the speaker and the wall compared to sealed and front/bottom ported speakers. Placing the speakers too close to the walls may cause the bass to sound boomy.

If you are limited in space and can't get the speakers away from the backwall, check our Speakers with Front Firing Ports page.

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 5.25-inch's and Jamo S 801's external dimensions. Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch has external dimensions of 272.0 x 175.0 x 205.0mm ( 10.7 x 6.9 x 8.1inch) whereas Jamo S 801 has external dimensions of 285.0 x 156.0 x 163.0mm ( 11.2 x 6.1 x 6.4inch) .

Jamo S 801 is 19mm narrower and 42mm less deeper than Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch but it is also 13mm taller.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch and Jamo S 801 in scale.

Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch vs Jamo S 801 Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch and Jamo S 801 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 5.25-inch is approximately 358.8cm2 / 55.6inch2 and base area of the Jamo S 801 is approximately 254.3cm2 / 39.4inch2. The YU Passive 5.25-inch requires 41% more surface area than the S 801 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:

Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch vs Jamo S 801 Size Comparison on a Media Console
Size Comparison image of Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch and Jamo S 801 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 5.25-inch weighs 4.00kg / 8.8lbs and the Jamo S 801 weighs 2.70kg / 5.9lbs. This makes the YU Passive 5.25-inch 48% heavier than the S 801.

Here is a comparison of how YU Passive 5.25-inch and S 801's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch
Jamo S 801
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of YU Passive 5.25-inch:
  • 8 x Rubber Feet
  • Manual
  • What's in the Box of Jamo S 801?

    Here are the items that come with the S 801:
  • 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
  • 2 Grilles
  • User Manual
  • Important Safety Instructions
  • Warranty Information

  • Reasons to choose Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch over Jamo S 801
    Max Input Power 100 watts vs 60 watts Handle more power from your amplifier
    Sensitivity 89 dB vs 85 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
    Woofer Size 5.25 inches vs 4 inches Larger woofer
    Low Frequency Response 50 Hz vs 76 Hz Generates deeper bass
    Height 272mm vs 285mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

    Reasons to choose Jamo S 801 over Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch

    Nominal Impedance 8 ohms vs 6 ohms Less selective with amplifiers
    High Frequency Response 26k Hz vs 20k Hz Generates higher frequency
    Base Surface Area 254cm2 vs 358cm2 Takes less floor space
    Price per pair* 174USD vs 240USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
    Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch vs Jamo S 801 Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General Kanto YU Passive 5.25-inch Jamo S 801
    Brand Kanto Jamo
    Speaker Type Bookshelf speakers Bookshelf speakers
    Sensitivity 89 dB 85 dB
    Impedance 6 ohms 8 ohms
    Frequency Response 50-20k Hz 76-26k Hz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 1 1
    Woofer Size 5.25" 4"
    Woofer Composition kevlar Aluminized Polyfiber
    Woofer Surround Material n/a Rubber
    Tweeter Size 1" 1"
    Tweeter Type Soft-Dome Soft-Dome
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No No
    Firing Direction rear rear
    Physical Specs
    Height 272.0mm (10.7") 285.0mm (11.2")
    Width 175.0mm (6.9") 156.0mm (6.1")
    Depth 205.0mm (8.1") 163.0mm (6.4")
    Weight 4.00kg (8.8lbs) 2.70kg (5.9lbs)
    Enclosure bass reflex Bass Reflex
    Finish n/a MDF/Vinyl
    Available Colors Black,White Walnut, Black, White
    Mounting Bracket No No
    Recommended Stand Height n/a 28-31"
    Grille n/a Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Biamp Inputs n/a No
    Other
    Parts Warranty 2 years 5 Years
    Labor Warranty 2 years 5 Years

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