Canton - Germany Smart GLE 3 S2
The Smart GLE 3 S2 pairs a compact monitor format with integrated amplification, expansive analogue and digital inputs, and Canton’s wireless multi-speaker platform. Stereo Index regards it as a quality, affordable route into the Smart range, while configurable controls and a feature-rich active design make it a persuasive all-in-one stereo hub.
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Nicely Roasted
Sound Quality
85/100
Build Quality
82/100
Value for Money
89/100
Pros
Affordable, quality-monitor alternative within Canton’s Smart speaker range.
Extensively configurable and trainable control interface adds flexible system integration.
Carries over electronics and amplification from the higher Smart Vento concept.
Cons
Initial configuration of the remote-control interface may not be straightforward.
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What Reviewers Are Saying
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 85/100
The available review calls the Smart GLE 3 S2 an excellent choice for listeners seeking quality monitor speakers, supporting an overall positive impression. It does not provide a detailed frequency-by-frequency listening account, so its particular tonal balance, imaging behaviour and dynamic limits are less clearly documented.
Bass
85/100
The supplied review presents the speaker as a quality monitor, but gives no direct account of bass depth, control or room interaction. Its 174 mm bass/mid driver and rear bass-reflex loading suggest substantial capability for a stand-mount, though this is not independently described in the review.
Mid
86/100
The review's broadly favourable assessment of the speaker as a quality monitor supports a positive view of its general musical presentation. It does not specifically discuss vocal naturalness, midrange warmth or instrumental timbre.
Treble
86/100
No harshness, brightness or lack of detail is identified in the available review, which is positive overall. However, reviewers provide no specific listening observations about the aluminium-manganese tweeter's refinement, air or treble balance.
Soundstage Imaging
85/100
The review does not directly address soundstage width, depth, image focus or placement sensitivity. Its overall positive verdict indicates a capable monitor presentation, but there is not enough listening detail to make stronger claims about imaging.
Dynamics
85/100
The supplied coverage does not describe low-level expression, large-scale impact or maximum clean output. The positive overall assessment suggests satisfying general performance, while leaving the speaker's dynamic headroom insufficiently documented.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
82/100
The review focuses on the system concept and transferred Smart-series electronics rather than cabinet finish, driver execution or long-term durability. It notes that the electronics, amplification and control interface are carried over from the Smart Vento range, but offers little direct appraisal of physical craftsmanship.
Value for Money
89/100
Stereo Index describes the Smart GLE 3 S2 as an affordable choice and characterises it as a budget-oriented alternative to the Smart Vento. At its stated price of 1,400, the appeal rests on integrating amplification, extensive inputs and wireless multi-speaker capability into a compact monitor system; the review does not provide direct comparisons with named rivals.
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Specifications
- Acoustic principle
- 2-way bass reflex
- Principle passive resonator
- Bass reflex
- Radiation direction resonator
- Backfire
- Tweeter quantity
- 1
- Tweeter size
- 25 mm
- Tweeter material
- Aluminium-manganese (Wave surround)
- Woofer/Midrange driver quantity
- 1
- Woofer/Midrange driver size
- 174 mm
- Woofer/Midrange driver material
- Titanium (Wave surround)
- Transmission range
- 28...30.000 Hz
- Crossover frequencies
- 3.000 Hz
- System performance
- 350 watts
- Standby power consumption ECO/NSB/AUT/MAN
- 0,35 / 1,2 /.../ 0,35 watts
- Connections
- 1 x Analogue input (chinch) 1 x Bluetooth 3.0 Interface (apt-X Decoding for transmission in CD quality) 1 x Digital Input (coaxial) 1 x Digital Input (optical) 1 x USB-Input with XMOS technology 1 x XLR (Balanced)
- Bluetooth Standard
- 3.0
- Bluetooth profile
- A2DP 1.2, AVRCP 1.3
- Supported codecs
- apt-X/ SBC
- S/PDIF input (coaxial)
- 1 x Cinch 24 Bit/96kHz
- S/PDIF input (optical)
- 1 x TOSLink 24 Bit/96kHz
- USB input
- USB 2.0 Typ-B PCM 24 Bit/96kHz / XMOS
- Balanced (symmetrical)
- 1x Mono 2V effektiv XLR
- S/PDIF OUT (coaxial)
- 1 x Cinch 24 Bit/96kHz
- Subwoofer output
- 1x Cinch Mono 2V effektive/No
- Wireless network for connecting additional Smart Loudspeakers (Cantonet)
- 5 GHz / 2 Audio-Kanäle 24Bit/96kHz / 3-8 Audio-Kanäle 16Bit/48kHz
- Woofer Wave surround
- yes
- Midrange Wave Bead
- yes
- Transmission Front Plate
- yes
- Unit feet
- yes
- Supported sound formats (S/PDIF)
- Dolby Audio, DTS Digital Surround, PCM 24Bit 96kHz
- Virtualizer
- DTS TruSurround
- Maximum possible output configuration
- 5.1
- Volume adjustment per speaker
- yes
- Setting the listening level per speaker
- yes
- Voice function - for better voice reproduction in stereo & surround
- yes
- Equalizer - adaptation to spatial conditions
- yes
- Integrated bass management
- yes
- Dynamic Range Control - Setting the dynamic range
- yes
- Sleep timer - setting the switch-off time
- yes
- IR learning function - controllable with TV / system remote control
- yes
- Input-direct selection - ideal for system remote controls
- yes
- Configuration of the inputs - Input renaming
- yes
- LipSync function - for exact speech synchronisation
- yes
- System volume - setting the maximum level
- yes
- Restore factory settings - Reset function
- yes
- Wireless Speaker Pairing - Pairing the wireless speakers
- yes
- Bluetooth Select - Selects BT input automatically
- yes
- Autoplay function - Automatic Bluetooth playback
- yes
- USB Soundcard use
- USB 2.0 Typ-B PCM 24 Bit/96kHz / XMOS
- Fabric cover with magnetic holder
- yes
- Sound settings can be saved to presets
- yes
Manufacturer's Description — Canton - Germany
Informations
- Smart wireless technology
- Dolby Audio & DTS Digital Surround
- Aluminium mid & bass system
- Bluetooth
The perfect match
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Wireless Best sound
Are you looking for a compact speaker with high performance, extensive features and impressive sound characteristics? Then you should take a close look at and listen to our Smart GLE 3 S2 fully active 2-way speakers. They offer an attractive design and a high degree of flexibility thanks to the powerful active plug-in units with numerous connection options. No external amplifiers or speaker cables are required for operation - they also work wirelessly and deliver outstanding sound quality thanks to the latest wireless technology. The compact Smart GLE 3 S2 are the ideal speakers for enjoying music in stereo and movies with virtual surround in the best sound quality.
Inspiring technology
The Smart GLE 3 S2 impress with their extensive equipment: analog connections in XLR or cinch version and digital variants in coaxial or optical design enable the combination with numerous playback devices. In addition, the USB interface with XMOS and the Bluetooth decoder with apt-X allow playback in the best sound quality - wired from your computer or wireless from a smart device. Thanks to their integrated decoder, the Smart GLE 3 S2 are not only compatible with stereo content. When connected to a TV, the compact speakers reproduce Dolby Audio and DTS Digital Surround multi-channel sound formats - with impressive spatial virtual surround sound. Thanks to the display with scrolling text built into the front of the speaker, you are always informed about the operating modes. And with other Smart models such as our Canton Smart GLE 9 S2 and the Smart GLE 5 S2 center speaker, the Smart GLE 3 S2 can be expanded into an impressive home cinema system.
Compact smart
With our Canton Smart GLE 3 S2, we present a stunningly good-sounding compact loudspeaker that offers the finest technology, a modern look and good workmanship at a tempting price. The fully active loudspeaker therefore fits perfectly into the large GLE loudspeaker family. Silk matt lacquered fronts and white or black foiled cabinets in high-quality vinyl make the Smart GLE 3 S2 attractive speakers that feel at home in any living environment with their neutral yet modern design. In every Smart GLE 3 S2, 350 watts of power from Class D amplifiers in combination with the 174 mm titanium bass-midrange drivers guarantee impressive sound. Low-loss wave surrounds and the 25 mm aluminum-manganese tweeters enable a highly dynamic sound image. The acoustically optimized transmission front plates of the tweeters and their protective metal grille with acoustic lens ensure excellent dispersion characteristics.
Modern look
The Smart GLE 3 S2 2-way loudspeakers impress with their harmonious proportions and a design that is both modern and neutral. Black or white fabric covers, which are generously rounded at the corners and magnetically attached to the silk matt lacquered baffles, give the Smart GLE 3 S2 a unique, attractive look. The enclosures are available in the high-quality "Black Vinyl" and "White Vinyl" finishes. Thanks to their small footprint of 19 x 28 centimeters and low height of 36 centimeters, the Smart GLE 3 S2 can be harmoniously integrated into your home. The perfectly matching LS 860 and LS 660 stands accentuate the Smart GLE 3 S2 both visually and acoustically.
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