Atlantic Technology 4400SR vs Canton AR-5
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Choosing between the Atlantic Technology 4400SR and Canton AR-5? Both compete in the Speaker (Surround) segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The Canton AR-5 leads in value, form factor, room fit.
For speaker performance, impedances of 8Ω vs 4Ω. Lower impedance draws more current from your receiver. A 4-ohm speaker needs a receiver rated for that load, or you risk thermal shutdown during loud passages.
The Canton AR-5 holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the Atlantic Technology 4400SR may still be the better pick depending on which specs matter most to your setup. See the detailed comparison table below for the full breakdown.
For most home theaters, the Canton AR-5 is the stronger choice — it leads in 3 of 3 scored dimensions. The Atlantic Technology 4400SR makes more sense if budget is the primary constraint.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Atlantic Technology 4400SR
Canton AR-5
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Driver Config | — | 2-way |
| Sensitivity | 90dB | — |
| Impedance | 8Ω | 4Ω |
| Freq Response Low | 80Hz | 50Hz |
| Freq Response High | 20000Hz | 30000Hz |
| Crossover | 3000Hz | 3200Hz |
| Bi-Amp Capable | No | No |
| Rec. Power Min | 10W | — |
| Rec. Power Max | 150W | — |
| Mounting Type | surround | surround |
| Atmos Upfiring Module | No | No |
| Mounting Depth | — | — |
| Cutout Diameter | — | — |
| Cutout Width | — | — |
| Cutout Height | — | — |
| Wall Thickness Min | — | — |
| Wall Thickness Max | — | — |
| Back Box Included | No | No |
| Back Box Required | No | No |
| Mounting Mechanism | — | — |
| Installation Type | — | — |
| Stud Spacing | — | — |
| Paintable Grille | No | No |
| Magnetic Grille | No | Yes |
| Grille Shape | — | — |
| Connector Type | — | — |
| Wire Gauge Max | — | — |
| Angle Adjustable | No | No |
| Pivot Angle | — | — |
| Treble Attenuation Switch | No | No |
| LCR Capable | No | No |
| Coaxial | No | No |
| IP Rating | — | — |
| Moisture Resistant | No | No |
| UV Resistant | No | No |
| Salt Spray Rated | No | No |
| Enclosure Material | — | — |
| Grille Material | — | — |
| Bracket Type | — | — |
| Bracket Included | No | No |
| Dual Voice Coil (SDI) | No | No |
Key Differences
- Impedance: Atlantic Technology 4400SR at 8Ω vs Canton AR-5 at 4Ω. Lower impedance draws more current from your receiver. A 4-ohm speaker needs a receiver rated for that load, or you risk thermal shutdown during loud passages.
- Freq Response Low: Atlantic Technology 4400SR at 80Hz vs Canton AR-5 at 50Hz. Determines how much bass a speaker handles on its own versus relying on a subwoofer for low-end support.
- Freq Response High: Atlantic Technology 4400SR at 20000Hz vs Canton AR-5 at 30000Hz
- Crossover: Atlantic Technology 4400SR at 3000Hz vs Canton AR-5 at 3200Hz
- Driver Config: Atlantic Technology 4400SR at — vs Canton AR-5 at 2-way. 3-way speakers use dedicated drivers for bass, midrange, and treble, reducing crossover interference. Coaxial designs (KEF Uni-Q) mount the tweeter inside the woofer for better time-alignment.
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Canton AR-5 if you want:
- + better freq response low — determines how much bass a speaker handles on its own versus relying on a subwoofer for low-end support
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how Atlantic Technology 4400SR and Canton AR-5 compare to the rest of the field.
Best Speaker (Surround) RankingsSpecifications sourced from manufacturer datasheets and verified against retailer listings. Prices updated hourly from authorized retailers. Scoring uses our open methodology — products are never ranked, promoted, or suppressed based on affiliate commission rates.
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