Canton CD 220.3 Compact Speaker, Silver (Pair)

The Canton CD 220.3 is an ultra-flat 2-way compact speaker made of aluminum, which you can hang on the wall thanks to the included wall mount or place classically on a shelf.

Right up front, so there's no confusion: at Canton, CD means Custom Design, the flat series for wall and shelf – not a Compact Disc, no transport, no player. In silver anodized aluminum, the speaker looks especially light: 10 cm of build depth, a cleanly milled housing and a shape that doesn't push itself into the foreground. If you want sound but no bulky wooden boxes in the living room, this is the one. You get it from us as a pair.

Why the Canton CD 220.3?

A 110 mm aluminum woofer and a 25 mm aluminum tweeter dome share the work, a passive radiator based on the bass reflex principle helps out in the bass. The closed 2-way design ensures clean mids and refined highs – voices, guitars and strings come through clear and unobtrusive. For a housing of this size, it sounds surprisingly mature.

And because the aluminum housing is only a hand's width deep, the CD 220.3 barely stands out on the wall. Honestly: rarely has so much sound needed so little space.

What you get

• Ultra-flat aluminum housing, silver anodized, only 10 cm deep
• Wall mount included – can be used on the wall or on a shelf
• 2-way closed: 110 mm aluminum woofer + 25 mm aluminum tweeter
• Frequency response 45–30,000 Hz, efficiency 86.5 dB
• Power handling 50 W (nominal) / 120 W (music)
• Magnetically shielded – no problem even right next to the TV
• Removable grille front cover
• Terminal suitable for banana plugs
• Delivered as a pair

Who is the Canton CD 220.3 suitable for?

Plain talk: Ideal for small and medium rooms – as a slim stereo pair, as surround rears in home cinema, or wherever a classic box simply finds no room: kitchen, office, bedroom, hallway. If, on the other hand, you're looking for a rich bass foundation in a large living room, you'd better plan for a subwoofer right away – no deep bass comes out of 10 cm of build depth. Combined with an active sub, though, this slim aluminum pair plays well above its weight class.

Our verdict

A design-strong compact speaker for anyone to whom the look of their living space matters just as much as clean sound – unassuming, well built, honestly tuned. For your info: Canton now keeps the CD series in its archive; at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil the remaining stock is going out while supplies last. We're happy to discuss with you directly which amplifier and subwoofer suit it.

Technical data

• Type: Compact speaker (wall or shelf placement)
• Series: Canton CD (Custom Design)
• Acoustic principle: 2-way closed
• Passive radiator: Bass reflex
• Woofer/midrange driver: 1× 110 mm aluminum
• Tweeter: 1× 25 mm aluminum
• Frequency response: 45–30,000 Hz
• Crossover frequency: 3,900 Hz
• Efficiency: 86.5 dB (2.83 V / 1 m)
• Nominal/music power handling: 50 W / 120 W
• Nominal impedance: 4–8 Ω
• Magnetic shielding: yes
• Connection terminal: suitable for banana plugs
• Material: Aluminum housing, silver anodized
• Front cover: Grille, removable
• Wall mounting: Prepared, mount included
• Dimensions (W×H×D): 14.5 × 21.5 × 10.0 cm
• Weight: 2.0 kg per speaker
• Manufacturer's warranty: 5 years
• Optional accessories: Canton speaker stand LS 250.2
• Scope of delivery: 2× CD 220.3, 2× wall mount, instruction manual

Frequently asked questions

Does CD in the Canton CD 220.3 mean a CD player?

No, at Canton CD means Custom Design – the flat series for wall and shelf. The CD 220.3 is a passive speaker that needs an amplifier or AV receiver. There's no disc drive or disc mechanism in this device.

Can the Canton CD 220.3 be mounted on the wall?

Yes, the mount is included in the delivery. With 10 cm of build depth, the speaker barely stands out on the wall. It also stands equally well on a shelf or sideboard. For freestanding placement, Canton offers the LS 250.2 speaker stand as an accessory.

Is the Canton CD 220.3 enough without a subwoofer?

Quite well in small to medium rooms and at normal volumes. The frequency response ends at 45 Hz on the low end, so an active subwoofer is recommended for home cinema or bass-heavy music. The CD 220.3 focuses on precision and clear voices rather than deep bass – with a sub behind it, it noticeably plays with more confidence.

Do I get one or two speakers with the Canton CD 220.3?

Two. We deliver the model as a pair, including both wall mounts – ideal for a stereo setup or as a rear pair in home cinema. Canton itself sells the CD series individually; we put the pair together for you complete. Want a different quantity? Let us know.

How much amplifier power does the Canton CD 220.3 need?

About 40 to 80 watts per channel is a good guideline. The nominal power handling is 50 watts, the nominal impedance 4 to 8 ohms, the efficiency 86.5 dB – so any solid stereo amplifier and practically any AV receiver copes with it. We're happy to advise on the combination.

Why buy the Canton CD 220.3 from HD Zürisee?

Because we tell you what suits your room and your décor, instead of leaving you alone with datasheets. Our experienced team in Wädenswil handles advice, delivery and installation, and technician Mauri takes care of calibration and service. Call us or write to briefly tell us what you have in mind.

Goes well with

An integrated amplifier with a bit of reserve, a subwoofer for the foundation, decent speaker cable and, for freestanding placement, matching speaker stands. More flat models can be found under wall speakers.