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Cameron Oatley
ExtremeHiFi
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Julian Shapiro
ExtremeHiFi

Note that this is a discontinued product. You may want to visit the brand's page here to browse their newer products.

What reviewers think

Bloggers and YouTubers have tried this product—so we've summarized their strongest opinions below. Links to full reviews follow.

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Manufacturer details

  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 61 x 20.5 x 35 cm
  • Acoustic principle: 3-way bass reflex
  • Tweeter size: 25 mm
  • Tweeter material: Ceramic
  • Midrange driver quantity: 1
  • Woofer quantity: 1
  • Transmission range: 25...30,000 Hz
  • Crossover frequencies: 3,000 Hz
  • Standby power consumption: 0.35 / 1.2 /.../ 0.35 watts
  • System power: 350 Watt
  • Package weight: 14.8 kg
  • Packing dimensions: 71 x 32 x 47 cm
  • Packing weight: 17.3 kg
This harmoniously proportioned Smart loudspeaker ideally complements our Smart Vento 9 S2 floorstanding loudspeakers and Smart Vento 3 S2 compact loudspeakers to create a high-end multi-channel home cinema system. Its modern design with gently curved side walls, cabinet radii of varying thickness and immaculate surfaces, available in a choice of high-gloss black and white lacquer or real wood veneer walnut, make the Smart Vento 5 S2 centre an object of desire. With 350 watts of power from the active module, the 3-way centre offers very high dynamics and comfortable power reserves.
Smart Vento 5 S2 This harmoniously proportioned Smart loudspeaker ideally complements our Smart Vento 9 S2 floorstanding loudspeakers and Smart Vento 3 S2 compact loudspeakers to create a high-end multi-channel home cinema system. Its modern design with gently curved side walls, cabinet radii of varying thickness and immaculate surfaces, available in a choice of high-gloss black and white lacquer or real wood veneer walnut, make the Smart Vento 5 S2 centre an object of desire. With 350 watts of power from the active module, the 3-way centre offers very high dynamics and comfortable power reserves. The finest technical ingredients, such as the newly developed drivers with titanium graphite diaphragms, the speaker's 24-bit signal processing and the excellent build quality of the solid cabinet, allow our Smart Vento 5 S2 centre to play big in terms of sound - perfect for the centre of any home cinema.
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Brand highlights

Taking a step back to look at reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—what stands out most is the following:

  • Canton's Reference line combines years of experience with advanced computer modeling and a dedicated testing laboratory, resulting in products designed with both precision and innovation.
  • The brand emphasizes high-quality construction, utilizing stiff, multi-layer laminate cabinets with strategic internal bracing to minimize unwanted resonances.
  • Canton's signature sound aims for a neutral and balanced presentation, delivering clear, detailed sound without excessive coloration.
  • They often incorporate advanced driver technologies, such as ceramic-tungsten cones and aluminum-ceramic-oxide tweeters, to achieve optimal stiffness, damping, and dispersion.
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Avg. Product Price
$1,001-$2,500
Used For Sale
60
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Brand Popularity
103
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Products Listed
69
Founding Year
1972

Our take on the brand

Canton is a hifi speaker brand distinguished by its use of ceramic tungsten in driver cones and its unique Bass-Guide system that optimizes cabinet vibrations for flexible speaker placement. The brand balances affordability with high-end performance by leveraging economies of scale from their consumer lines.

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