Cabasse RIALTO – High-Resolution Wireless Active Bookshelf Speaker System

 

Classic HiFi Meets Modern Connectivity

The Cabasse RIALTO brings together the familiar elegance of bookshelf speakers and the convenience of a complete wireless music system.

Named after Venice’s iconic bridge, RIALTO connects two worlds: traditional high-fidelity stereo and modern streaming technology. Its compact cabinets house Cabasse’s coaxial driver technology, dedicated amplification, high-resolution streaming electronics, and automatic room calibration.

With 2,100 watts RMS of combined amplification across the stereo pair, RIALTO delivers substantial power without requiring a separate amplifier, DAC, or network streamer. Its HDMI eARC connection also makes it a compelling alternative to a conventional soundbar for listeners who want their television and music to share one high-performance stereo system.

 

Available in black and white, RIALTO is designed to fit naturally into a living room, media space, or dedicated listening area.

Key Features

• Complete stereo system: Two active bookshelf speakers, sold as a pair.

• 2,100W RMS total amplification: 1,050W RMS of dedicated amplification per speaker.

• Three-way acoustic design: 13 cm BCI coaxial midrange/tweeter and 17 cm HELD woofer in each cabinet.

• 121 dB maximum peak stereo output: Cabasse’s published system specification.

• 30 Hz–27 kHz frequency range: Extended bass and treble from compact enclosures.

• Built-in high-resolution streaming: Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and Cabasse StreamCONTROL.

• HDMI eARC: Connect a compatible television and control volume with its remote.

• Integrated color touchscreen: Album artwork, source selection, volume, and favorite radio stations.

• Automatic room calibration: Built-in microphone and Cabasse acoustic optimization.

• Bluetooth and external inputs: Flexible connections for additional music sources.

• Multiroom compatibility: Integrates with compatible Cabasse connected speakers.

• Optional matching floorstands: Available separately in black or white.

   

The Sound of a Much Larger Speaker

RIALTO may be compact, but its acoustic architecture draws on technologies developed for Cabasse’s larger reference systems.

Each speaker features a 13 cm BCI coaxial midrange/tweeter, with the high-frequency driver positioned at the center of the midrange unit. This arrangement brings the acoustic sources together along a common axis to support coherent sound dispersion and precise stereo imaging.

A dedicated 17 cm HELD woofer handles low-frequency reproduction.

The result is a three-way system designed to deliver the scale, dynamics, and spatial presentation of a serious HiFi setup without occupying the space required by traditional floorstanding speakers.

 

Deep Bass from Cabasse HELD Technology

RIALTO incorporates Cabasse’s patented High Excursion Low Distortion (HELD) bass technology.

Its 17 cm woofer is engineered for substantial cone excursion while maintaining control over driver movement. This allows Cabasse to extract meaningful bass performance from a relatively small enclosure.

The manufacturer specifies a frequency range extending down to 30 Hz.

Cabasse’s patented DEAP technology—Digital Enhancement of Acoustical Performance—coordinates digital processing with the speaker’s amplification and drivers to manage dynamic performance.

Together, these technologies help RIALTO deliver powerful bass and dynamic playback without requiring an external subwoofer for every installation.

Actual bass response will depend on room size, placement, calibration, and listening level.

 

2,100 Watts of Integrated Amplification

RIALTO is a fully active system, with dedicated amplification for each driver section.

 

Because the amplifiers are built in and matched to the drivers, there is no need to purchase a separate integrated amplifier or power amplifier.

Simply connect the speakers to power, complete the initial configuration, and choose your music.

A Proper Stereo System for Your Television

RIALTO is designed to handle both music and television audio.

Its HDMI eARC connection allows a compatible television to send audio directly to the speakers. When supported by the television, you can adjust listening volume using the TV’s existing remote.

Unlike a single-cabinet soundbar, RIALTO uses two physically separated loudspeakers to reproduce distinct left and right channels.

This makes it particularly appealing for living rooms where music is a priority but television audio also matters.

RIALTO is a two-channel stereo system, not a surround-sound decoder or multichannel home theater processor.

High-Resolution Streaming Built In

RIALTO incorporates Cabasse’s connected audio platform, allowing music to stream directly to the speakers over Ethernet or Wi-Fi.

The StreamCONTROL app provides access to compatible music services, internet radio, podcasts, and music stored on your network.

Supported audio formats include FLAC, ALAC, AIFF, MP3, AAC, WMA, Ogg Vorbis, and DSD64/DSD128.

Bluetooth provides a convenient option for playing music directly from compatible mobile devices.

The system also includes a DAC specified at 32-bit/768 kHz. That figure describes the converter; it does not mean every source or streaming service supplies audio at that resolution.

Service availability and integrations may vary with region and software version.

 

A Touchscreen That Makes HiFi Simpler

One of RIALTO’s most distinctive features is the integrated color LCD touchscreen on its primary speaker.

The display presents album artwork during playback and provides direct access to commonly used controls.

A surrounding rotary ring adjusts volume, while the touchscreen allows users to select sources and manage favorite radio stations without opening the mobile app.

Cabasse supports the interface with software updates, allowing the control experience to evolve over time.

It is a thoughtful combination of traditional tactile control and modern digital convenience.

 

Automatic Calibration for Your Listening Room

Every room changes the way speakers sound.

RIALTO incorporates a microphone and Cabasse’s automatic room calibration technology to analyze its surroundings and adjust playback.

Through StreamCONTROL, listeners can also personalize the sound using Cabasse’s optimization tools.

This makes RIALTO particularly versatile in living spaces where ideal speaker placement may need to accommodate furniture, televisions, and room design.

For optimal performance, The Grid HiFi can help with placement, system setup, and calibration.

Expand into Whole-Home Audio

RIALTO can operate as a dedicated stereo system or become part of a larger Cabasse connected audio installation.

Compatible speakers from Cabasse’s connected collections—including THE PEARL range—can be grouped into multiroom listening zones.

Play the same music throughout the home or select different sources for individual rooms.

This makes RIALTO a natural starting point for a connected audio system that can expand as your needs change.

Elegant Design. Compact Footprint.

RIALTO takes visual inspiration from Cabasse’s Murano loudspeaker, combining gently rounded cabinet edges with a traditional bookshelf form.

The coaxial driver is surrounded by brushed aluminum trim, while a chrome-finished base gives the enclosure a subtle floating appearance.

A magnetic metal grille provides a clean, understated look when installed.

Choose black or white to complement your interior.

For a freestanding installation, Cabasse offers optional matching floorstands in matte black and white. Their design conceals cables for a cleaner presentation, and the stands are sold separately as a pair.

Technical Specifications

Experience Cabasse RIALTO at The Grid HiFi

RIALTO offers a straightforward way to build a premium stereo system around music, streaming, and television audio—without a separate amplifier or rack of electronics.

At The Grid HiFi, we specialize in high-performance two-channel audio, wireless music systems, speaker placement, and whole-home integration.

Whether you're upgrading from a soundbar, creating a dedicated music system, or integrating RIALTO into a connected home, our team can help you configure the right solution.

Contact The Grid HiFi to explore Cabasse RIALTO and discover what a complete active stereo system can bring to your listening space.