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Standlautsprecher des deutschen Herstellers Canton, der zwischen 1992 und 1995 gebaut wurde
Bauart: 3-Wege Bassreflex Standlautsprecher (mit DC-Technologie zur Vermeidung unkontrollierter Membranauslenkungen
Nenn-/Musikbelastbarkeit: ca. 90 / 130 Watt
Frequenzgang: 25 – 30.000 Hz
Impedanz: 4–8 Ohm
Hergestellt in: Deutschland

Our Thoughts RADAR AI

€220 is a fair-to-good asking price for a pair of these in today’s used market; comparable recent listings cluster around roughly €175 to €255, with €220 sitting close to the middle. That makes this a sensible buy rather than a steal, but still reasonable if the cabinets and drivers are healthy.

These are well-liked German floorstanders with a big, easygoing presentation and enough scale to suit classic stereo use, especially if you want solid bass weight and a relaxed, non-fatiguing balance. At this price, the upside is the usual one: good build, enduring appeal, and strong value if the speakers are original, complete, and cosmetically tidy.

Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.

About Canton

Canton traces its roots to 1972, when four hi-fi enthusiasts—Hubert Milbers, Otfried Sandig, Wolfgang Seitkritt, and Günther Seitz—founded the company in the small German town of Weilrod, near Frankfurt. Registering the name as a blend of the Latin "cantare" (to sing) and German "Ton" (musical tone), they began operations in a repurposed village schoolhouse with 35 employees assembling speaker enclosures. Still family-owned and led by descendants like Günther Seitz, Canton embodies enduring German engineering precision, manufacturing primarily in Niederlauken and Weilrod.

The brand focuses squarely on loudspeakers, offering over 300 models across 12 series tailored to diverse budgets, room sizes, and applications—from compact bookshelf designs and the pioneering 1979 sub/sat system to high-end Reference lines and wireless innovations. While speakers dominate, Canton also produces complementary hi-fi components, blending traditional cabinetry with digital amplification advancements, all subjected to rigorous quality controls.

Positioned as a mid-to-high-end mainstay in the global hi-fi market, Canton commands respect for its "pure music" philosophy, exporting to 53 countries with a reputation for reliable, elegant performance that appeals to discerning buyers seeking value without compromise. Independent of corporate conglomerates, it remains a smart, appreciating investment for audiophiles valuing Made-in-Germany craftsmanship.

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