Kanto Audio REN: High Performance 100W Active Speakers with HDMI ARC
Available in 5 colours, featuring Bluetooth 5.3, USB-C & Optical inputs supporting 24-bit/96kHz, Remote Control, Analogue RCA Line-in, and dedicated Sub-out. Priced £599 / €719 / $599 / CA$799
REN will be shown at IFA Showstoppers 5th September, Berlin, 18:00-21:00, and on the IFA Kanto booth, H14-410, from Friday 6th September.
Canadian speaker manufacturers, Kanto Audio expand their existing line-up — which includes the award winning TUK, YU6, ORAand recently launched ORA 4 — with the new 100W REN Active Speakers.
Canadian speaker manufacturers, Kanto Audio expand their existing line-up — which includes the award winning TUK, YU6, ORA, and recently launched ORA4 — with the new 100W REN Active Speakers.
REN will be available in 5 different colour finishes from launch:
- Matte Black
- Matte Grey
- Matte Orange
- Matte Blue
- Matte White
REN features an HDMI ARC connection with CEC – the first time this has been used on a Kanto Audio speaker – enabling a seamless, high-quality connection to televisions, delivering an enhanced viewing experience. REN uses DSP technology to offer two custom sound modes: Vocal Boost clarifies dialogue, whilst Night Mode tames loud sound effects for comfortable late-night viewing.
REN wakes up and can be controlled with your TV remote. In addition, volume and source selection can conveniently be adjusted with supplied IR remote control.
Alongside the HDMI ARC input, the innovative Kanto Audio REN Speaker features Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity, and USB-C and Optical inputs supporting audio up to 24-bit/96kHz. The USB Type-C port allows users to connect a host of audio sources to REN Active Speakers including iPhone 15, Android devices, Digital Audio Players, PC, Mac, and more.
"We are really excited to launch our latest active stereo speaker system, REN — our first product to feature support for HDMI ARC. We're confident REN delivers a truly immersive audio experience, combining the superior sound quality our customers expect from Kanto Audio, together with seamless connectivity." — Brett Smalley, Kanto Audio.
REN Active Speakers also feature both RCA Line-in and 3.5mm Mini Jack inputs, enabling connection to traditional analogue audio sources, such as tape decks, and record players with a built-in phono-stage. In addition, the Kanto Audio REN offers a dedicated Sub-out with a selectable crossover, ensuring easy integration with a powered subwoofer — such as the Kanto Audio SUB8.
With REN, Kanto Audio has engineered a pair of high-performance, powerful Active Speakers that are designed to cater to a wide array of audio needs. Offering a comprehensive suite of inputs, together with exceptional sound quality, REN represent a cutting-edge addition to Kanto Audio's award-winning speaker line-up.
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REN SPECIFICATION:
Tweeter | 1-inch Silk Dome |
Woofer | 5.25-inch Aluminium Concave Cone |
Amplifier Type | Class D |
Impedance | 4Ω |
Power Output | 100W RMS (200W Peak Power) |
Frequency Response | 50Hz - 22kHz |
High/Low-Pass Filter | 80Hz (Selectable) |
Cabinet Construction | Acoustic Grade MDF Rear-ported |
Inputs | 1 x HDMI ARC with CEC 1 x USB-C (Supports up to 24-Bit/96kHz) 1 x Optical (TOSLINK) (Supports up to 24-Bit/96kHz) 1 x Bluetooth 1 x RCA (L + R) 1 x 3.5mm Mini-Jack |
Outputs | 1 x Sub-out 1 x USB Charge (5V / 1A) |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 |
Bluetooth Codec Support | SBC / AAC |
Sound Modes | Vocal Boost Night Mode |
Speaker Terminals | Active to Passive Knurled Five-way Binding Post |
Bottom Mounting Hole | 1/4-inch -20 |
Auto Power Down | Yes (Can be disabled for always-on operation) |
Auto Power On | Yes (Can be disabled) |
Remote Control Supplied | Yes |
Removable Speaker Grilles | Yes |
Colour Options | Matte Black Matte Grey Matte Orange Matte Blue Matte White |
REN IMAGE DOWNLOADS:
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