Recommended Uses For Product | For Computers |
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Compatible Devices | Laptop, Phones, Personal Computer, Tablet, Smartphone |
Subwoofer Diameter | 6 Inches |
Mounting Type | Speaker |
Unit Count | 2.0 Count |
Controller Type | Corded Electric |
Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 2.0, 2.1 |
Material | Composite |
Color | Matte White |
Included Components | Power Cord, Speaker Wire, USB DAC Cable, 3.5mm Auxiliary Cable, Rubber Feet, Manual |
Product Dimensions | 5.3"D x 3.9"W x 5.9"H |
Audio Output Mode | Surround |
Speaker Maximum Output Power | 100 Watts |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Item Weight | 6 Pounds |
Frequency Response | 20 KHz |
Impedance | 4 Ohm |
Is Waterproof | FALSE |
Number of Items | 1 |
Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth |
Speaker Size | 6 Inches |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Woofer Diameter | 3 Inches |
Tweeter Diameter | 0.75 Inches |
Package Type | Standard Packaging |
Number of Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. |
Connectivity Protocol | Auxiliary |
Number of USB 2 Ports | 1 |
Specific Uses For Product | personal |
Manufacturer | Kanto |
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Brand | Kanto |
Model Name | YU2MW |
Speaker Type | Subwoofer |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Special Feature | Acoustic grade MDF cabinets, 2-way Crossover System, 3/4 inch Silk Dome tweeters & 3 inch composite drivers, 100W Peak Power (50 Watts Total RMS), Active to Passive Knurled Speaker Binding Posts See more |
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- POWERFUL AND COMPACT – YU2 Powered PC Gaming Speakers feature 3" composite drivers that provide distortion-free sound while 3/4" silk dome tweeters offer extreme clarity. At just under 6” tall, these small and powerful desktop computer speakers let you save space on your gaming desk setup without sacrificing premium audio quality
- STAY CONNECTED – With its built-in soundcard, YU2 can stream high-quality audio directly from your computer’s USB port, giving you seamless connectivity to your PC or laptop. Its 3.5mm AUX input also lets you connect to any device with a headphone jack, including smartphones, tablets, or other media players. For added bass response, the YU2 speakers are compatible with any powered subwoofer
- PREMIUM SOUND – The YU2’s acoustic grade MDF cabinet features a sleek rear bass port that has been specifically designed and tuned to eliminate port turbulence while extending bass response. The result is a premium quality 2.0 channel audio system made for PC gamers and audio enthusiasts alike
- UNIQUE COLOR OPTIONS – Choose from eight different color options to compliment your gaming setup or personalize your work desk area. Available in matte and gloss finishes in a variety of colors, the YU2 speakers were designed to let you express your individual personality while providing great quality sound
- COMPLETE PACKAGE – You don't have to buy multiple computer accessories to listen to high-quality audio. YU2 is ready to set up right out of the box with included power cord, speaker wires, 3.5mm mini-jack audio cord, and a USB cable to connect the speakers to your computer
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Sound quality | 4.5 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.3 |
Volume control | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.4 |
Bass quality | 4.3 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.4 | 3.9 | 3.9 |
Quality of material | 4.8 | — | — | — | 4.4 | 4.7 |
Value for money | 4.4 | — | — | — | 5.0 | 4.0 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Walts TV | Walts TV | S-Waves Electronics | WORLD WIDE STEREO | Audioengine LLC |
speaker size | 6 inches | — | — | 3 inches | 4 inches | 7 inches |
power source | Corded Electric | AC | AC | AC | AC | AC |
connectivity tech | USB | Auxiliary | USB, Auxiliary | Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth |
speaker type | Subwoofer | Desktop | Desktop | Computer | Bookshelf | Dual Speaker |
mounting type | Speaker | Plug Mount,Tabletop | Plug Mount,Tabletop | Table Top | Shelf Mount | Table Top |
weight | 6 pounds | 3 pounds | — | 2 kilograms | 13.67 pounds | 3.6 pounds |
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Proudly designed in Canada, the YU2 desktop mini-monitor will make you believe that big sound can come in a small package. With its built-in soundcard, it can stream high-quality audio directly from your computer’s USB port, or connect directly to any 3.5mm AUX jack for maximum input flexibility. 3” composite drivers ensure a distortion-free bass and midrange, while the 3/4” silk dome tweeters effortlessly produce scintillating highs. A specially tuned bass-port on the rear extends the low end while keeping airflow away from your active workspace. If deep bass is your thing, simply connect a subwoofer to the SUB OUT port and revel in pure low-end bliss. Available in matte or gloss finishes to personalize your space.
Tech Specs
- 3/4-inch Silk Dome Tweeters
- 3-inch Composite Drivers
- 100W Peak Power Class D Amplifier (50 Watts Total RMS)
- 80 Hz - 20 kHz Frequency Response
- Acoustic Grade MDF Cabinets
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Enclosed in a 5.9" tall MDF cabinet, YU2's 3" composite drivers and 3/4” silk dome tweeters provide detailed mid-range and crisp highs - surprising performance for such a small speaker. |
Along with a 3.5mm AUX input, YU2’s integrated soundcard allows you to stream high-quality audio directly from your computer’s USB port. |
Choose between a variety of matte and gloss finishes to personalize your space. |
If you're looking for a little more kick, hook up a subwoofer via the SUB OUT port. |
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Price | — | $379.99$379.99 | — | $799.99$799.99 |
Tweeter | 3/4-inch Silk Dome tweeters | 1-inch Silk Dome tweeters | 1-inch Silk Dome tweeters | Air Motion Transfer (AMT) tweeters |
Driver | 3-inch composite drivers | 4-inch Kevlar drivers | 5.25-inch Kevlar drivers | 5.25 inch Aluminum Concave drivers |
Peak Power | 100W Peak Power (50 Watts Total RMS) | 140W Peak Power (70 Watts Total RMS) | 200W Peak Power (100 Watts Total RMS) | 260W Peak Power (130 Watts Total RMS) |
Frequency Response | 80 Hz - 20 kHz | 60 Hz - 20 kHz | 50 Hz - 20 kHz | 50 Hz - 20 kHz |
3.5 mini-jack AUX | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
RCA Input | Yes with Phono switch | Yes with Phono switch | Separate RCA and Phono input | |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.0 with Qualcomm aptX | Bluetooth 4.0 with Qualcomm aptX | Bluetooth 4.2 with Qualcomm aptX | |
Optical (TOSLINK) | 2 Audio Inputs | 2 Audio Inputs | 1 Audio Input | |
USB input | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Subwoofer out | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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Item model number | YU2MW |
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Item Weight | 6 pounds |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 3.9 x 5.3 x 5.9 inches |
Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. |
ASIN | B00GMPDAGS |
Country of Origin | China |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | November 8, 2013 |
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Best Sellers Rank | #222 in Computer Speakers |
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Customers like the ease of installation, clarity, sound quality and appearance of the speakers. For example, they mention that the instructions are clear, the sound is balanced and clear without being sharp or shrill. They also appreciate the size and appearance. That said, some complain about the brightness and value.
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Customers like the sound quality of the speakers. For example, they say they sound great, have a nice bass for their size, and provide near-field listening. That said, some mention that the voices are clearer, instruments sound more natural, and the bass is more. Overall, most are satisfied with the sound.
"...This particular sub handles music great too. If you're not into games or movies, you may want to try Kanto's SUB8 instead which is sealed...." Read more
"...These speakers are pretty loud and sound so good. I had some old crappy speakers that I was replacing with my new computer system...." Read more
"...Let's wrap it up. Great set of speakers, easily one of my favorite audio purchases. It must be the treble: so sparkly. Hope this short review helps!" Read more
"...There's enough bass and volume to fill a regular sized room. It is more geared toward content consumption and to be used as PC speaker...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the speakers. They mention that they look really nice, with cool bamboo cabinets and sound very clean. Some appreciate the wide and sparkling treble, and the different color options.
"...The YU2's top end is detailed and clean. Nice sparkly highs, clear vocals and punchy mid-bass after tuning out the system...." Read more
"...Likes: Size, construction, choice of colors, built-in DAC, sound, value, quality, USB. Run these via USB vs 3.5mm jack...." Read more
"...That said, these are pretty great. Crisp and clear, plenty of treble and midrange...." Read more
"...Oh, and they look absolutely KILLER!!!" Read more
Customers like the size of the speakers. They mention that it's perfect, compact, and takes up a reduced space. Some say that the speakers pack a punch well over their size.
"...this to pair with the YU2 specifically because it is a ported sub with a small footprint and a good sized woofer for a small office room...." Read more
"...Would have been nice to have a grill as an option. Likes: Size, construction, choice of colors, built-in DAC, sound, value, quality, USB...." Read more
"I like the fact the speakers are on the smaller size and quite compact, if you look at the product's dimension...." Read more
"...About YU2 again, what they have better than YU4 is that they are tiny and so so beautiful that my wife snatch them immediately to her office :..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the clarity of the speakers. They mention that the sound is balanced and clear without being sharp or shrill. The bass response is very good, and the mid range and highs are very crisp and clear. The quality is great, with a decent amount of detail and clarity. The speakers are clear and pure in sound, and have a spectacular range and crispness across the entire spectrum. The speaker presentation is glorious, and its top end is detailed and clean.
"...The YU2's top end is detailed and clean. Nice sparkly highs, clear vocals and punchy mid-bass after tuning out the system...." Read more
"...These YU2's are simply fantastic, clear, crisp highs, powerful mids and tight bass...." Read more
"...That said, these are pretty great. Crisp and clear, plenty of treble and midrange...." Read more
"...Out of the box, the speaker presentation is glorious. Extremely high quality of materials and great attention to detail...." Read more
Customers find the speakers very easy to set up and use. They say the instructions are clear and simple. Customers also mention that the speakers are very easy for them to switch between using them with their computer while they are working. They also appreciate the flawless switching between the 3.5 jack and the USB connection.
"...The Eris is great for sound production and editing. Very technical, very flat...." Read more
"...They're easy to set up, and easy to use. I will say, in person these speakers are very small. I was really shocked by the size upon opening...." Read more
"...No stupid bluetooth to fumble with. Clean and simple. Just the way i wanted it." Read more
"...This makes it very easy for me to switch between using them with my computer while I'm working at my desk, but also makes it easy to stream to them..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the speakers. Some mention they are well worth the price, a great buy, and perform well beyond their price and size. Others however, say that the built into them is a let down for the price point, and leaves a lot to be desired.
"...Maybe, I'm not sure. Are they worth the money? I think they are slightly overpriced, but you get what you pay for. Construction: Top notch!..." Read more
"...the Jamo S808 sub for under my desk due to the slim profile and low price...." Read more
"...I did knock a star off on build quality due to a pretty garbage mini-jack cord that shipped with the system...." Read more
"...These were the best price. Out of the box, they look and feel well made and attractive...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the brightness of the speakers. They mention that the blue light is a little too bright, distracting, and annoying at first. They also say that the color is not as dark as pictured.
"...The color is not as dark as pictured and I just love them over black or white or red or even bamboo. Dislikes: The blue light is annoying...." Read more
"...The blue light was annoying at first, but I've gotten used to it. I prefer having a power indicator, just wish the glass was frosted and toned down." Read more
"...And the blue LED light on the front is obnoxiously bright. There's no way to disable that, so I covered it with electrical tape." Read more
"...They are clear, crisp, but not to bright, and have a nice bass FOR THEIR SIZE...." Read more
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Out of the box, even with the sub, the YU2s have a tinny sound that is desperately in need of mid-bass boost. This is pretty normal as we're working with some pretty small 3" drivers. Fortunately this is easily taken care of with Equalizer APO (Windows) and the Peace UI for APO. This is a powerful PC EQ for audiophile use. I know there are Mac alternatives though I don't know them by name. Learn how to use these tools to avoid clipping and you can make a really squeeze performance out of your speakers. Don't let that inital tinny sound fool you, these speakers are capable of much much more.
The YU2s are capable of putting out respectable and great sounding mid-bass for their size. They aren't going to replicate what larger drivers can, it's that simple. But are they great for gaming and music on a PC? Will they impress you with what they can do for their size? Absolutely.
My last PC setup was a set of Klipsch Promedia 2.1. This setup is definitely a large improvement over that. The YU2's top end is detailed and clean. Nice sparkly highs, clear vocals and punchy mid-bass after tuning out the system.
If you want a sub with your system for gaming, movies and music, I do recommend the Audioengine S8. I chose this to pair with the YU2 specifically because it is a ported sub with a small footprint and a good sized woofer for a small office room. If you want your explosions to go "BOOM" you need a port for the added bass extension. This particular sub handles music great too. If you're not into games or movies, you may want to try Kanto's SUB8 instead which is sealed. A sealed sub will provide an arguably tighter punch, but will be lacking for games and movies. I personally like the versatility of the long throw ported S8.
Build quality and looks of the YU2 are fantastic on the enclosure, tweeter, driver, backplate and knobs. I got the flat white which is just perfect looking for me. Beautiful and quality finish. I did knock a star off on build quality due to a pretty garbage mini-jack cord that shipped with the system. It was flimsy and caused a really loud buzzing sound when moving the wires due to a bad wire connection near the connector. They should choose something with more reinforcement for a mini-jack. This was the only weak-point as the speaker wire, RCAs and power cord were fine. I chose to use a mini-jack instead of the USB as I want to use my keyboard to change volume. Sounds great this way. No complaints, no hiss, no hum, even with no music playing and the volume set to max. Very clean sound.
Cord length is plenty long so getting the wires to the left speaker was not a problem. My PC hangs under the desk on the right, and the main speaker connections are on the left speaker. If your setup is similar, worry not.
I got them with the matching stands which I do recommend. If you don't get stands, they do come with some felt stick on discs you can place on the bottom. The stands will angle the speakers to ear level, improving clarity. Worth it.
The 5 star sound rating I chose takes their size into account. These are great for 3" computer speakers. If you are space limited on your computer desk, you're going to be hard pressed to do better at this price point. Their obvious competitor, the Audioengine A2+, is more expensive, and from what I've read, they can have a hiss and come more overly pre-colored from a sound signature standpoint. The A2+ has a 60watt peak, compared to the YU2's 100watt peak. The A2+ seems over-priced to me for being more or less the same thing and less powerful.
Overall very happy with the purchase. Great speaker at a great price.
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Tweaked out the profile and I'm even more happy with these speakers. Attached image shows my Equalizer APO YU2 settings with the Audioengine S8. If I have one major complaint about the YU2 at this point it's the lack of a high-pass filter for use with a sub. If you try to achieve any really loud volumes the speakers distort. If they had added a high-pass filter these could achieve a clearer sound with less distortion by sending the low frequencies to the sub. Still goes plenty loud, so not a huge deal, but certainly a missed opportunity by Kanto.
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2020
Out of the box, even with the sub, the YU2s have a tinny sound that is desperately in need of mid-bass boost. This is pretty normal as we're working with some pretty small 3" drivers. Fortunately this is easily taken care of with Equalizer APO (Windows) and the Peace UI for APO. This is a powerful PC EQ for audiophile use. I know there are Mac alternatives though I don't know them by name. Learn how to use these tools to avoid clipping and you can make a really squeeze performance out of your speakers. Don't let that inital tinny sound fool you, these speakers are capable of much much more.
The YU2s are capable of putting out respectable and great sounding mid-bass for their size. They aren't going to replicate what larger drivers can, it's that simple. But are they great for gaming and music on a PC? Will they impress you with what they can do for their size? Absolutely.
My last PC setup was a set of Klipsch Promedia 2.1. This setup is definitely a large improvement over that. The YU2's top end is detailed and clean. Nice sparkly highs, clear vocals and punchy mid-bass after tuning out the system.
If you want a sub with your system for gaming, movies and music, I do recommend the Audioengine S8. I chose this to pair with the YU2 specifically because it is a ported sub with a small footprint and a good sized woofer for a small office room. If you want your explosions to go "BOOM" you need a port for the added bass extension. This particular sub handles music great too. If you're not into games or movies, you may want to try Kanto's SUB8 instead which is sealed. A sealed sub will provide an arguably tighter punch, but will be lacking for games and movies. I personally like the versatility of the long throw ported S8.
Build quality and looks of the YU2 are fantastic on the enclosure, tweeter, driver, backplate and knobs. I got the flat white which is just perfect looking for me. Beautiful and quality finish. I did knock a star off on build quality due to a pretty garbage mini-jack cord that shipped with the system. It was flimsy and caused a really loud buzzing sound when moving the wires due to a bad wire connection near the connector. They should choose something with more reinforcement for a mini-jack. This was the only weak-point as the speaker wire, RCAs and power cord were fine. I chose to use a mini-jack instead of the USB as I want to use my keyboard to change volume. Sounds great this way. No complaints, no hiss, no hum, even with no music playing and the volume set to max. Very clean sound.
Cord length is plenty long so getting the wires to the left speaker was not a problem. My PC hangs under the desk on the right, and the main speaker connections are on the left speaker. If your setup is similar, worry not.
I got them with the matching stands which I do recommend. If you don't get stands, they do come with some felt stick on discs you can place on the bottom. The stands will angle the speakers to ear level, improving clarity. Worth it.
The 5 star sound rating I chose takes their size into account. These are great for 3" computer speakers. If you are space limited on your computer desk, you're going to be hard pressed to do better at this price point. Their obvious competitor, the Audioengine A2+, is more expensive, and from what I've read, they can have a hiss and come more overly pre-colored from a sound signature standpoint. The A2+ has a 60watt peak, compared to the YU2's 100watt peak. The A2+ seems over-priced to me for being more or less the same thing and less powerful.
Overall very happy with the purchase. Great speaker at a great price.
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Tweaked out the profile and I'm even more happy with these speakers. Attached image shows my Equalizer APO YU2 settings with the Audioengine S8. If I have one major complaint about the YU2 at this point it's the lack of a high-pass filter for use with a sub. If you try to achieve any really loud volumes the speakers distort. If they had added a high-pass filter these could achieve a clearer sound with less distortion by sending the low frequencies to the sub. Still goes plenty loud, so not a huge deal, but certainly a missed opportunity by Kanto.
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Prior to buying these speakers, I was using a Dell Stereo Soundbar hidden behind my monitor for minimalism, but on hot summer days with a fan or AC going, I was having trouble hearing it at max volume. I had been searching for an alternative that would give me better sound without being an eyesore and I am really happy I happened across these.
I am using them through the 3.5mm AUX port plugged into my monitor with a KVM switch to my PC and Mac and they sound great on both systems out of the box without needing to futz with an EQ. I didn't have the problem another reviewer mentioned about popping when rebooting or switching between systems.
They're small enough that they aren't dramatically impacting the minimalist(ish) look I'm going for with my desk and aren't a bother visually, although they're not as small as you could go, of course. I think this is a good compromise, on the balance. Big enough to get quality sound (and they go quite loud, no more risk of me not being able to hear audio over the sound of the AC), small enough that they aren't the main focal point.
As someone who wouldn't describe themselves as an audiophile, I would say these are priced a bit high for what they are, but I was willing to pay the premium for the look. The stands (sold separately) are very reasonably priced and kick the look up a notch while also serving a practical purpose of directing the sound toward your head.
My only criticism or suggested area for improvement is the LED indicator on the front of the left speaker – it's very bright and you have no way of controlling that. It also sticks out from body of the speaker, so you can't use something like LightDims stickers to cut the brightness.
All in all, good product and if you can justify spending this amount of money on computer speakers, you likely won't regret it.
Reviewed in Canada on August 17, 2023
Prior to buying these speakers, I was using a Dell Stereo Soundbar hidden behind my monitor for minimalism, but on hot summer days with a fan or AC going, I was having trouble hearing it at max volume. I had been searching for an alternative that would give me better sound without being an eyesore and I am really happy I happened across these.
I am using them through the 3.5mm AUX port plugged into my monitor with a KVM switch to my PC and Mac and they sound great on both systems out of the box without needing to futz with an EQ. I didn't have the problem another reviewer mentioned about popping when rebooting or switching between systems.
They're small enough that they aren't dramatically impacting the minimalist(ish) look I'm going for with my desk and aren't a bother visually, although they're not as small as you could go, of course. I think this is a good compromise, on the balance. Big enough to get quality sound (and they go quite loud, no more risk of me not being able to hear audio over the sound of the AC), small enough that they aren't the main focal point.
As someone who wouldn't describe themselves as an audiophile, I would say these are priced a bit high for what they are, but I was willing to pay the premium for the look. The stands (sold separately) are very reasonably priced and kick the look up a notch while also serving a practical purpose of directing the sound toward your head.
My only criticism or suggested area for improvement is the LED indicator on the front of the left speaker – it's very bright and you have no way of controlling that. It also sticks out from body of the speaker, so you can't use something like LightDims stickers to cut the brightness.
All in all, good product and if you can justify spending this amount of money on computer speakers, you likely won't regret it.
Estas bocinas tienen un sonido bastante claro, dulce y disfrutable, por sí solas; sin embargo, si te gusta mucho las frecuencias bajas, es un hecho que consideres que vas a terminar comprando un subwoofer de 6 u 8", dado que sí le falla en esa parte.
Las bocinas incluyen un cable auxilia para conectarlo en tu laptop, a un DAC externo y también incluyen un cable USB para conectarlo directamente a tu computadora, ya que estas Kanto traen su propio DAC interno.
Particularmente estas bocinas me gustaron mucho, su sonido es más para escuchar música tranquilamente, muy detalladas; evidentemente no son para mezclar.
En general, totalmente recomendadas.
Un sifflement clairement audible s'est fait entendre (je précise : même sans source audio connectée !). J'ai fait pleins de tests (plusieurs filtres, changement de prises, de bâtiment, etc.) et j'en viens à la conclusion que ça vient de l'ampli. intégré.
Donc si vous avez un bureau calme, l'ouïe fine et que vous êtes à moins de 1,2m de vos enceintes, vous serez gêné par ce sifflement.
De façon surprenante, le sifflement "naturel" de mes enceintes Edifier 1280db est inaudible à côté (il faut vraiment coller son oreille pour distinguer qqc).
Dommage.
Consigliati
Une belle finition avec des couleurs pour tous les goûts, ils sont dotés de prises cinch, mini jack, mais surtout d'une sortie sub qui vient apporter, avec un petit caisson de basse associé, la rondeur nécessaire à une image sonore déjà très expressive !
Branchés directement en USB sur votre ordi, ils sont immédiatement reconnus.
Je conseille de les associer à leurs supports dédiés Kanto S2 : le son se spacialise tout en restant terriblement précis en stéréo.
Avec leur taille contenue pour ne pas encombrer votre bureau, tout en étant à l'aise dans tous les genres, musique, gaming, streaming, ils sont devenus un complément indispensable de ma config.
Au chapitre des regrets : l'entrée USB style imprimante des années 2000 et qui aurait pu (dû ?) être de type USB-C, ainsi que l'absence d'entrée optique réservée au modèle supérieur.
Mais sinon, je recommande sans réserves !