Overview

The Kanto Sub6 is a compact sealed powered subwoofer with a 6-inch woofer and a 100 W RMS (200 W peak) Class D amplifier. It adds controlled bass to music, movies and games from an enclosure just 8.7 inches wide, so it fits comfortably into smaller spaces. It's for desktop systems, home offices and small living rooms where a full-size subwoofer won't fit.

The sealed enclosure keeps bass tight and articulate, preserving the rhythm and texture of your music, and Kanto rates the frequency response at 40 Hz to 175 Hz. Crossover and phase controls help you blend the Sub6 with your speakers for a cohesive sound.

Hookup is a single RCA L/R line-level input, using the included RCA cable. The cabinet measures 8.7 x 8.7 x 9.5 inches and weighs 11 lb, small enough to sit beneath a desk or beside a media console, and it comes in a durable matte laminate finish in black or white.

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The Sub6 pairs naturally with Kanto speakers that have a subwoofer output, like the ORA and UKI desktop speakers, which automatically send the low frequencies to the sub. With those, set the Sub6's crossover to its highest setting and let the speakers manage the hand-off. Under a desk is a convenient spot, but try it a little forward or to one side as well, since bass can change noticeably with placement.

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Why the Kanto Sub6 Stands Out

Buyer's Guide

Who It's For

• Desktop Listeners: Want more bass from desktop speakers.
• Small-Room Owners: Want a sub that fits tight spaces.
• Kanto Speaker Owners: Want a match for ORA or UKI.

How It Compares

Compared with the Kanto SUB8, which uses an 8-inch woofer and 150 W RMS (300 W peak) to reach 35 Hz in an 11 x 11 x 11.9 inch cabinet, the Sub6 uses a 6-inch woofer and 100 W RMS (200 W peak) to reach 40 Hz in a much smaller 8.7 x 8.7 x 9.5 inch cabinet. Choose the Sub6 for a desk or small room, and the SUB8 for a larger living room.