Kanto S4 Tilted Desktop Speaker - Review

Introduction:

When it comes to enjoying music or movies, the right pair of speakers can make a world of difference. But even the best speakers can be held back by placement. That's where speaker stands come into play. And Kanto has been in the game of making the best stand options for all sizes of speakers for several years. Their latest offering is the Kanto S4 Tilted Desktop Speaker Stands for Medium Bookshelf Speakers & Mid-Size 3”-4” Studio Monitors. So, do these speaker stands live up to Kanto’s name of making good quality products? Let’s find out.

Design:

The Kanto S4 speaker stands have a minimalistic look that would blend in with almost any decor. They measure 5.5'' wide by 7.9" deep, which means they won't take up too much of your desk space. The tilted design of these stands not only makes them look good, but it also angles your speakers towards your ears, which ensures you never miss out on those higher frequencies. The stands come with a 1/4”-20 threaded insert, which means they can be used with a wide range of bookshelf speakers.

Build Quality:

The S4 speaker stands have a premium build quality. The entire stand is made of solid metal, which makes them ultra-stable and ensures your speakers remain in an upright position. The metal construction gives them a stylish look and ensures that they can withstand a good amount of use. They also come with foam padding on the top and bottom of each stand, which helps to reduce any resonance and maintain stability. The foam padding felt smooth to the touch and didn’t cause any scratches or damage to the speakers.

Compatibility:

The S4 speaker stands are capable of holding up to 8lbs each and are compatible with Kanto's YU and YU4 Powered Speakers, YU Passive 4" or similarly sized speakers. This means that if you already have Kanto's speakers, then these stands would be a perfect match. The stands have a 1/4”-20 threaded insert, which means they can also be used with a wide range of bookshelf speakers, so you don't have to worry about compatibility issues.

Assembly:

The assembly of the Kanto S4 speaker stands is straightforward and doesn’t require any additional tools. The stands come with four screws for each stand, which needs to be inserted into the speaker. The stands have a plate at the top, which has four screws holes where the speaker will attach. The screws are then tightened, and that is it—you now have a speaker on top of the stand. The process should take less than 10 minutes and can be done by just about anyone.

Performance:

The Kanto S4 speaker stands do their job quite well. The 16-degree tilt design helps to angle the speakers toward your ears and ensures that you don't miss out on those higher frequencies. The foam padding on the top and bottom of each stand does an excellent job of keeping the speakers stable and reducing any resonance, ensuring that the sound is crystal clear.

Conclusion:

The Kanto S4 Tilted Desktop Speaker Stands for Medium Bookshelf Speakers & Mid-Size 3”-4” Studio Monitors are an excellent choice for anyone looking for a simple, stylish, and functional speaker stand. The minimalistic design will blend well with any decor, and they are compatible with a wide range of bookshelf speakers. The premium build quality ensures that they can withstand a good amount of use, and the foam padding does an excellent job of keeping the speakers stable and reducing any resonance. Overall, these stands are a worthy investment for anyone looking to upgrade their speaker system.

Allow me to add that 370 reviews with a 4.8 out of 5 stars rating is an excellent indication that most customers have been happy with their purchase. It’s worth noting that these stands are a great addition to your desk or table as they won’t take up too much space, and the tilted design helps to provide better sound quality.

Kanto S4 Tilted Desktop Speaker

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