Cabasse Riga 2
Compact Cabasse floorstanding speaker fitted with a 17 cm coaxial driver, for precise and unobtrusive music and cinema listening.
Description
The Riga 2 is a floorstanding speaker from Cabasse, built around a 17 cm coaxial driver referenced BC17. This type of transducer combines the midrange-tweeter and the low-midrange-woofer on a single axis, a configuration designed to unify the sound source rather than spread it across several separate drivers.
The crossover is set at 1,600 Hz, the transition frequency between the two elements of the coaxial driver. The stated frequency response ranges from 95 Hz to 20,000 Hz, covering most of the audible spectrum with the exception of the deepest bass. The sensitivity of 90 dB for 1 W at 1 m indicates a speaker that is relatively easy to drive, while the nominal impedance of 8 ohms, with a minimum of 4.1 ohms, remains compatible with the majority of domestic amplifiers.
The nominal power of 150 W and peak power of 1000 W demonstrate a comfortable power handling, allowing dynamic listening without excessive strain on the associated electronics. With dimensions of 123 x 34 x 39 cm and a weight of 14 kg, the Riga 2 comes as a compact-format floorstanding speaker, designed to blend discreetly into a living room.
This model is aimed at music and home cinema enthusiasts looking for a compact-format floorstanding speaker rather than an imposing model, while retaining power handling suited to dynamic listening. Its coaxial design makes it a relevant choice for stereo or home cinema installations where precision of the sound source is sought.
Technical specifications
| Efficiency | 1W / 1m 90 dB |
| Crossover | 1,600 Hz |
| Frequency response | 95 – 20,000 Hz |
| Nominal impedance | 8 Ω |
| Minimum impedance | 4.1 Ω |
| Nominal power | 150 W |
| Peak power | 1000 W |
| Driver | 1 x coaxial BC17 |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 123 x 34 x 39 cm |
| Weight | 14 kg |
What to check before buying used
The BC17 coaxial driver should be listened to with care: a misalignment between the midrange-tweeter and the low-midrange-woofer results in a flattened tone or a lack of precision in the upper spectrum. The condition of the driver's suspension should also be checked, as it can harden or crack over time, as well as the cabinet of the speaker, which is sensitive to knocks and humidity given this slender format. A test at moderate then high volume makes it possible to detect any unwanted noise or distortion revealing wear in the transducer.
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