Canton Plus XL.3 Bookshelf Speaker, White (Pair)

The Canton Plus XL.3 is a universal 2-way compact speaker from Canton's special speaker series that can be freestanding or wall- and ceiling-mounted.

In white satin, it's the understated variant for bright rooms: small enough to barely stand out, big enough in sound to still be taken seriously. It's designed for situations where a floorstander doesn't fit — on a shelf, on a sideboard, or as an effect speaker in a multichannel setup.

Why the Canton Plus XL.3?

Because not every room has space for floorstanders. The Plus XL.3 packs a 130 mm aluminum woofer and a 25 mm aluminum tweeter into a cabinet barely bigger than a thick book, and can be either freestanding or mounted on the wall or ceiling with the included bracket — flexibility instead of compromise.

What you hear

Surprisingly full volume for its size, a balanced tonal character that works just as well with film dialogue as with stereo music. As an effect speaker in home cinema, it stays unobtrusively integrated; as a compact stereo pair in an office or bedroom, it also makes a good impression.

Who is the Canton Plus XL.3 suited for?

For anyone looking for a fully capable additional or effect speaker but has neither space for a floorstander nor any desire for a visible stand. Plain talk: for large rooms with a demand for full deep bass, the cone area isn't enough — better to think in terms of a larger speaker, or a subwoofer straight away.

Our verdict

The Plus XL.3 solves exactly the problem many rooms have: too little space, too much demand on the sound. Freestanding, wall-mountable, unobtrusive — and in white a notch more understated than its black counterpart. Our team at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil helps you integrate it cleanly into your existing setup.

Technical data

• Type: universal compact speaker, 2-way bass reflex, passive
• Drivers: 1× 130 mm aluminum woofer, 1× 25 mm aluminum tweeter
• Frequency response: 40–30,000 Hz
• Crossover frequency: 3,000 Hz
• Nominal/music power handling: 60 / 120 W
• Nominal impedance: 4–8 Ω
• Sensitivity (2.83 V/1 m): 88 dB
• Connection: screw terminals, banana-plug compatible
• Mounting: freestanding, wall or ceiling mount; bracket included
• Finish: white satin
• Manufacturer's warranty: 5 years
• Dimensions (W×H×D): 15 × 23.5 × 15.5 cm
• Weight: 2.1 kg per speaker
• Sales unit: pair
• Included: 2× Plus XL.3, wall bracket, feet, user manual

Frequently asked questions

Can I mount the Canton Plus XL.3 on the wall?

Yes, the wall bracket is included, and ceiling mounting is also possible. It can just as easily be freestanding, for instance on a shelf. Both are supported straight from the factory.

Is the Plus XL.3 enough as your only stereo pair?

For small to medium rooms, yes; for large living rooms with a demand for full bass, less so. It cuts off at 40 Hz — for real deep bass, the cone area is simply missing.

Is the Plus XL.3 suitable as a home cinema effect speaker?

Yes, that's explicitly a design intent alongside stereo use, and it can be placed unobtrusively as a surround or rear speaker.

Which amplifier suits the Plus XL.3?

Nearly any solid amplifier or AV receiver with 4 to 8 ohm output impedance; roughly 40 to 80 watts per channel is usually enough. We're happy to clarify exactly what fits with you.

Why buy the Canton Plus XL.3 from HD Zürisee?

Because wall, ceiling or freestanding mounting makes sense differently from room to room, and that's exactly where our advice comes in. Our team in Wädenswil supplies the matching mounting hardware straight away. Give us a call or drop us a quick message.

Goes well with

An AV receiver or amplifier with enough channels, plus a subwoofer for the deep-bass foundation and speaker cable for running along the wall. More models from the brand are in the CANTON overview.