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Specifications
- Resolution (Wireless): 24-bit/48kHz
- DSP Resolution: 24-bit/96kHz
- Configuration: 2-way
Description
The Melos Active Wireless Loudspeaker represents a harmonious union of advanced technology and meticulous craftsmanship. Melos, an homage to the melodies of ancient Greece, strives to deliver musical harmony and precision. The result is an audio gem punching well above its weight in both performance and aesthetics for its size.
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Brand highlights
Taking a step back to look at reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—what stands out most is the following:
- Goldmund leverages proprietary software, including "Proteus" and "Leonardo," to mathematically model and design speakers, minimizing human intervention and enabling digital room correction without microphones.
- The brand often integrates digital signal processing (DSP), DACs, and amplification directly into their speaker designs to minimize distortion and maximize sound coherence.
- Goldmund cabinets utilize thick aluminum alloy panels sourced from the aerospace industry with mechanical grounding to control resonances and dissipate vibrational energy.
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Rhea Wireless Speakers
- Positioning: A mid-range wireless speaker in Goldmund's lineup, offering a balance of performance and convenience.
- Description: Features Proteus LS technology and Leonardo Time Correction algorithm, providing precise audio reproduction. Offers more power than the Tethys with built-in amplification, making it suitable for users who want a wireless setup without sacrificing sound quality.
Samadhi Loudspeaker
- Positioning: A premium wireless speaker, offering advanced features and high power output.
- Description: Uses Proteus LS modeling and Leonardo 2 time correction, ensuring minimal phase distortion and high sound realism. Surpasses Rhea in power with 700 W per speaker.
Tethys Passive Speaker
- Positioning: A high-end passive speaker in Goldmund's lineup, showcasing advanced engineering and design.
- Description: Unlike the wireless models like Rhea and Samadhi, requires external amplification, making it ideal for audiophiles who prefer customizing their audio setup. Its handcrafted design and state-of-the-art components deliver superior build quality and sound fidelity.
Gaia Speaker Collection
- Positioning: A flagship model in Goldmund's lineup, representing the pinnacle of their speaker technology.
- Description: Features a unique design with multiple drivers and Telos amplification, delivering powerful and accurate sound. It offers a more complex setup compared to Samadhi, with a focus on creating a natural and immersive soundstage.
Apologue Wireless Speaker
- Positioning: A legendary model, celebrated for its iconic design and historical significance in Goldmund's lineup.
- Description: The Anniversary edition includes advanced DSP technology for perfect amplitude and phase response, setting it apart from other models like Gaia and Samadhi. Its wireless capability and sculptural design make it a statement piece for those who appreciate both art and high-fidelity sound.
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$20,001-$30,000
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Founding Year
1978
Our take on the brand
Goldmund is a Swiss hifi brand known for its "mechanical grounding" technology, which reduces vibrations through heavy, precisely engineered components, and its proprietary Telos amplifier technology that significantly reduces intermodulation distortion. The brand appeals to audiophiles who prioritize pure sound reproduction, focusing on musical realism through minimalist design and high bandwidth circuitss.
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Cabasse
Rialto
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Released
2022
Inspired by the most famous and oldest bridge in Venice, this new audio system named RIALTO symbolises the junction between traditional Hi-Fi and the connected technologies developed over the last 10 years by Cabasse. It embeds the best acoustic and software technologies and is composed of two connected active speakers, in a compact bookshelf format, with soft and rounded lines reminiscent of the Murano.
Cabasse, a French hifi brand with roots dating back to 1742 in musical instrument making, is renowned for its unique coaxial speaker design where all sound waves emanate from a single point. Their flagship product, La Sphère, features a distinctive four-way coaxial drive unit array, while their patented HELD technology uses multiband dynamic signal processing to enhance bass dynamics without distortion.
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Product Strengths
- Powerful and deep bass response for its size
- Clear and natural sound reproduction, with vocals being particularly noteworthy
- An 'all-in-two' system, the RIALTO includes a streamer, DAC, pre-amp, and amp, making it easy to set up and use, especially with the Cabasse StreamCONTROL app
- Effective room correction helps to optimize the sound for the listening environment
- Elegant design and build quality
Product Considerations
- The lack of seamless gapless playback between digital tracks requires a workaround or use of an analog source
- The RIALTO has a laid-back treble response, which may not appeal to listeners who prefer a brighter sound
- Potential for technical hiccups exists, because of the amount of technology packed into the RIALTO
- Many features are controlled with the mobile app
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The RIALTO provides a more balanced—and much more natural—listening experience than the Devialet Phantom II 98 dB Stereo
Takeaway: The Cabasse RIALTO is a compact and elegant audio system that offers powerful sound and a range of integrated features, making it a great choice for music lovers who want an easy-to-use and high-performing system. The sound quality and room correction allow it to adapt well to different listening spaces, offering an immersive experience.
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Cabasse, a French hifi brand with roots dating back to 1742 in musical instrument making, is renowned for its unique coaxial speaker design where all sound waves emanate from a single point. Their flagship product, La Sphère, features a distinctive four-way coaxial drive unit array, while their patented HELD technology uses multiband dynamic signal processing to enhance bass dynamics without distortion.
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