Cabasse Rialto Powered Bookshelf Speakers

Features

Bluetooth, Touch control, Wi-Fi, App control

Connectivity

Bluetooth/Wireless, Wired

Model

Rialto

I'm selling this lovely pair of Cabasse Rialto powered speakers. I fell in love with these at the Upscale Audio booth at Pacific Audio Fest 2023, and promptly bought a pair. They have served me well and will be missed, but I am focusing on building a larger system for dedicated listening and a smaller system for PC audio, and so I have less of a need for these. The Rialto is a perfect all-in-one system for digital and analog audio, and they more than hold their own for home theater as well. They pump out a ton of bass for their size, and have great musicality and imaging. I have used these for dedicated listening parties, and they are a big hit. Among an extensive list of features, they have smart room correction (via a built-in mic and wi-fi link to Cabasse's proprietary algorithms); streaming compatibility (Qobuz, Deezer, Tidal, Spotify, Napster); built-in internet radio; and a dedicated mobile app for volume, input, and tone controls, as well as a variety of other settings that can help optimize them for your space. They can also be integrated with other Cabasse products to create a whole-home audio network. In short, they look awesome, sound even better, and have tons of great features. Upscale is charging $3,495 (plus tax) for a new pair, and I don't know of a better bang for buck at their price point. This particular pair comes with everything included: paper manuals, optical link cable, drawstring bags for storage, optional protective grilles, power cables, and the original box with formed styrofoam inserts. The speakers themselves are in virtually as-new condition. The one slight cosmetic issue is from the one time that I transported them (in the original box with inserts) without putting them in their drawstring bags first. This caused some very slight rubbing such that the matte finish has been worn smooth in a couple of small spots on one side of each cabinet. This is only noticeable under direct light, and only if you're really looking for it. You're welcome to come by and take them for a test drive. But please, no tire-kickers! I have a pair of cheapie pedestal stands for them, which I'm happy to throw in for free. (Upscale Audio also sells the official stands if you'd rather have those.) Additional info can be found on Upscale Audio's website and Cabasse's website, and there are several informative videos about them on YouTube. I'm happy to accept cash, or PayPal/Venmo/Zelle (any fees to be paid by buyer). Please contact me if you have any questions!

Type

Bookshelf

Brand

Cabasse