Cabasse Riga 2 black on oak base
Overview
The Cabasse Riga 2 in black with an oak stand embodies the perfect blend of technological innovation and aesthetic refinement. This compact hi-fi speaker, a product of Cabasse’s French expertise, delivers exceptional sound quality in a unique design that is sure to captivate even the most demanding audiophiles.
An innovative design with multiple acoustic advantages
The spherical design of the Riga 2 is not just an aesthetic feat. This shape, a signature of Cabasse, offers numerous acoustic benefits. The sphere facilitates the movement of sound waves behind the speaker, eliminating unwanted reflections that could compromise sound purity. This design choice ensures natural and distortion-free sound reproduction, providing a wide and precise soundstage.
The oak stand, in addition to adding a touch of natural elegance, plays a crucial role in the speaker’s stability. It helps reduce unwanted vibrations, ensuring even more faithful sound reproduction. The matte black finish of the sphere harmoniously contrasts with the oak stand, creating an audio object that fits perfectly into contemporary interiors.
Cutting-edge audio technology
At the heart of the Riga 2 is the BC17 coaxial speaker, a true technological gem from Cabasse. This coaxial configuration places the tweeter at the center of the midrange/woofer, creating a single-point sound source. This unique arrangement ensures optimal phase coherence and uniform sound dispersion, regardless of the listening angle.
The BC17 benefits from Cabasse’s Spatially Coherent Source (SCS) technology. This innovation ensures exemplary linearity, remarkable tonal fidelity, and impressive sound image stability. The result is a musical reproduction of surgical precision, where each instrument finds its place in a perfectly defined three-dimensional sound space.
Versatility and system integration
Although designed to excel in stereo configurations, the Riga 2 demonstrates remarkable versatility. It integrates easily into multichannel systems and can be paired with other Cabasse models such as the Pacific 3 or Pacific 3 SA. This flexibility allows for custom audio setups, suitable for both music listening and home theater.
The Riga 2 can be used alone for high-quality hi-fi listening, but it reveals its full potential when paired with a subwoofer. This combination extends the frequency response to the lower end of the spectrum, offering an even more complete and immersive sound experience.
Breathtaking sound performance
Despite its compact size, the Riga 2 delivers impressive sound performance. Its frequency range of 95 Hz to 20 kHz ensures faithful reproduction of most of the audible spectrum. The efficiency of 90 dB (1W/1m) allows for high sound levels even with moderately powered amplifiers.
The Riga 2 particularly shines with its tonal neutrality and its ability to reproduce the subtlest nuances of music. Vocals are rendered with striking clarity, acoustic instruments retain their natural timbre, and dynamic passages are delivered with authority. Whether you’re a fan of intimate jazz, orchestral classical music, or energetic rock, the Riga 2 adapts to all musical genres with remarkable ease.
A significant evolution from previous models
The Riga 2 represents a significant evolution compared to its predecessor. While retaining the essence of Cabasse’s philosophy, it offers notable improvements in terms of compactness and performance. The sphere, which is twice as small as that of the Baltic, allows for easier integration into modern living spaces without compromising sound quality.
The use of the BC17 speaker, also found in higher-end Cabasse models, reflects the brand’s ambition to deliver exceptional sound quality even in its more compact models.
Technical Specifications
Audio Specifications
- Channels: 2
- Speaker: 1 x coaxial BC17
- Efficiency 1 W / 1 m: 90 dB
- Crossover: 1,600 Hz
- Frequency range: 95 – 20,000 Hz
- Impedance
- Nominal impedance: 8 Ω
- Minimum impedance: 4.1 Ω
- Power
- Nominal power: 150 W
- Peak power: 1000 W
Physical Specifications
- Dimensions: 123 x 34 x 39 cm
- Weight: 14 kg
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between the Riga 2 and the previous model?
The Riga 2 stands out for its more compact size, with its sphere being twice as small as its predecessor, the Baltic. Despite this size reduction, it maintains high-level audio performance thanks to the use of the BC17 coaxial speaker.
How does the Riga 2's coaxial speaker work exactly?
The BC17 coaxial speaker integrates the tweeter at the center of the midrange/woofer. This configuration creates a single-point sound source, improving phase coherence and sound dispersion. This results in a more precise and stable stereo image, regardless of the listening angle.
What is the best setup for using the Riga 2?
For optimal stereo performance, place the Riga 2 speakers in an equilateral triangle with the listening position. For a more immersive experience, they can be integrated into a multichannel system with other compatible Cabasse speakers and a subwoofer to extend the response in the lower frequencies.
- Eco-contribution included in the sale price.
- Manufacturer reference: ENC1615 RIGA 2 CHENE NATUREL NOIRE
- GTIN / EAN: 3700035115560