Kanto REN Bookshelf Speakers in Matte Black (Pair) - RENMB
Kanto RENMB REN Bookshelf Speakers in Matte Black (Pair)
Powerful Desktop Audio, Seamlessly Connected
Experience dynamic sound from your desktop or TV with the Kanto Audio REN Reference Desktop Computer Speakers. Combining the easy setup of a soundbar with the authentic stereo imaging of a premium speaker system, REN elevates your entertainment in any room. With HDMI ARC and CEC integration, you can control the speakers directly through your TV remote, enjoy hassle-free auto-wake, and eliminate the need for bulky receivers—just sleek, powerful sound at your fingertips.
Tailor Your Sound to Every Scene
REN puts the right audio at the heart of every experience. With DSP-powered sound control and versatile listening modes like Vocal Boost and Night Mode, you'll catch every word of dialogue or keep late-night viewing neighbor-friendly. Class D amplification and precision-engineered 5.25” aluminum cone woofers deliver a wide frequency response (50 Hz – 22 kHz), while the 1” silk dome tweeters produce crisp, detailed highs for your music, games, and movies.
Flexible Connectivity for Any Setup
Designed for modern living, REN's array of inputs includes HDMI ARC, Bluetooth 5.3 (with AAC), optical, USB-C, RCA, and 3.5 mm AUX—making it easy to connect everything from your TV to your laptop or mobile device. When you’re ready for extra bass, just connect a subwoofer and REN’s integrated crossover smoothly redirects deep bass while the main speakers focus on mid and high tones, ensuring balanced, distortion-free sound at any volume.
Features
- Seamless TV Integration
Equipped with HDMI ARC and CEC, REN integrates seamlessly with your TV, delivering superior sound quality without the necessity for a bulky receiver or multiple remotes. It also features auto-wake functionality and can be conveniently controlled via your TV remote. - Seamless Subwoofer Integration
When a subwoofer is connected to REN’s sub output, the system automatically redirects all frequencies below 80 Hz to the subwoofer. This allows the main speakers to concentrate on mid and high frequencies, minimizing distortion at higher volume levels. - Tailored Sound for Every Scene
REN features DSP control, enabling advanced sound modes such as Vocal Boost and Night Mode to enhance dialogue clarity and moderate loud sound effects during late-night viewing. This ensures precise audio reproduction without missing dialogue or disturbing neighbors. - Elevate your TV audio.
REN offers superior HiFi audio with proper 2-channel separation for living rooms, seamlessly integrating with TVs via HDMI ARC for easy control. Vocal boost, night mode, and subwoofer integration further enhance the viewing experience. - Enhanced compatibility.
REN simplifies high-quality audio streaming by offering an optical input for high-resolution audio and a USB port to power streaming devices. Its continuous awake mode enables instant casting, making it ideal for seamless music sessions and multi-room setups with various streamers and smart home devices. - Multiple inputs, limitless audio.
REN provides versatile connectivity for physical media with RCA and AUX inputs for devices like turntables and cassette players. While it lacks a built-in phono preamp, REN is compatible with modern turntables with preamps or external phono preamps. - Immersive desktop audio.
REN delivers exceptional desktop audio with its high-quality USB-C input supporting up to 24-bit/96 kHz audio from PCs and Macs. Turn off the auto power-down feature for immediate listening and swappable L/R channels for user convenience enhance its desktop functionality. - Full control in the palm of your hand.
The included REN remote gives you unparalleled control over your speakers. Quickly swap the left and right channels, disable auto power-down, dim the front LED, control USB or Bluetooth playback, and many more. Little features that make big differences in everyday usability. - Never miss a beat.
- Signal detection
Automatic standby and power-up mode conserves power when you’re away and continues playback when your music starts playing. - Easy charging
Use the provided USB charging port to conveniently power your phone, smart home or casting device directly through your speakers.
- Signal detection
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The speakers offer multiple connectivity options including HDMI ARC with CEC for seamless TV integration, USB-C supporting 24-bit/96kHz audio, optical TOSLINK input, Bluetooth 5.3 with AAC codec, RCA input, and a 3.5 mm AUX input. This versatile range makes it easy to connect devices like TVs, computers, smartphones, and analog sources.
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Yes, the speakers include a subwoofer output which allows connection to an external subwoofer. When connected, the system automatically redirects frequencies below 80 Hz to the subwoofer, enabling the main speakers to focus on mid and high-range tones for balanced, distortion-free sound.
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The system features DSP sound control with modes such as Vocal Boost for enhanced dialogue clarity and Night Mode to moderate loud sounds during late-night listening. These tailored modes help optimize the audio experience for different scenarios like movies, music, or games.
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Yes, the speakers can be controlled via an included remote control and also integrate with your TV remote using HDMI ARC with CEC support. This allows convenient control over volume, input selection, and power, simplifying user interaction without needing multiple remotes.
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These active bookshelf speakers utilize a Class D amplifier delivering up to 200 watts peak power. Class D amplification offers high efficiency and low heat generation, ensuring powerful, clear sound suitable for desktop or living room use.