Uncompromised Architectural & Surround Performance | Available at Trimira Audio
The Wilson Audio Alida CSC is a compact architectural loudspeaker designed to bring Wilson Audio's reference-oriented engineering to installations where conventional floorstanding or stand-mounted loudspeakers are impractical.
Developed by Wilson Audio's Special Applications Engineering (SAE) division, the Alida CSC can be used as a surround, height, or compact main loudspeaker. Its wall-mounted architecture makes it particularly suitable for sophisticated home cinemas and space-constrained two-channel systems.
The speaker combines a Convergent Synergy Carbon (CSC) tweeter, 5.75-inch mid-woofer, rigid X-Material construction, precision mounting hardware, and AudioCapX-WA crossover components.
At Trimira Audio, we recommend the Alida CSC for premium architectural installations requiring Wilson Audio performance without the footprint of a conventional floorstanding speaker.
Key Features & Technological Innovations
Convergent Synergy Carbon (CSC) Tweeter
The 1-inch CSC tweeter incorporates a carbon-fibre rear-wave chamber designed to manage unwanted energy behind the diaphragm.
This supports extended high-frequency reproduction and controlled spatial dispersion for both music and multi-channel applications.
X-Material Enclosure Construction
The enclosure uses Wilson Audio's dense X-Material composite to provide a rigid mechanical platform.
The construction is designed to minimise cabinet vibration and reduce unwanted mechanical interaction with the supporting wall.
Custom 5.75-Inch Mid-Woofer
A 5.75-inch doped paper-pulp mid-woofer provides the lower-frequency section of the two-way system.
Its design is intended to work effectively within the acoustic conditions created by wall mounting and boundary proximity.
Precision Mounting Bracket System
The Alida CSC incorporates a dedicated mounting system designed specifically for architectural installation.
The bracket allows controlled positioning and angular adjustment so the loudspeaker can be aimed toward the listening area.
AudioCapX-WA Crossover Components
The crossover incorporates Wilson Audio's custom AudioCapX-WA capacitors, designed for use in Wilson Audio loudspeaker crossover networks.
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Alida CSC Loudspeaker |
| System Architecture |
Rear-Ported 2-Way Wall-Mount Loudspeaker |
| Tweeter |
1-inch (2.54 cm) Convergent Synergy Carbon (CSC) Dome |
| Mid-Woofer |
1 × 5.75-inch (14.61 cm) Doped Paper Pulp Cone |
| Frequency Response |
32 Hz–32 kHz (±3 dB Room Average Response) |
| Sensitivity |
87 dB @ 1 W / 1 m / 1 kHz |
| Nominal Impedance |
4 Ω |
| Minimum Impedance |
5.56 Ω @ 263 Hz |
| Minimum Power Handling |
20 W / Channel |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) |
635 × 288.9 × 325 mm, including mounting bracket |
| System Net Weight |
26.31 kg per channel |
Architectural & Multi-Channel Applications
The Alida CSC's wall-mounted architecture makes it particularly useful for applications where floor space is unavailable or visual discretion is important.
Home Cinema
It can serve as:
- Surround speaker
- Height speaker
- Rear-channel speaker
- Compact front-channel speaker
Compact Stereo
The Alida CSC can also be used as a main loudspeaker in installations where conventional floorstanding speakers cannot be accommodated.
Architectural Integration
The wall-mounted format works particularly well with:
- Custom media rooms
- Dedicated cinemas
- Architectural joinery
- Living-room systems
- Space-constrained installations
Amplifier & Installation Matching
With 87 dB sensitivity and a 4-ohm nominal impedance, appropriate amplifier matching remains important for demanding playback levels.
Because the Alida CSC is designed for wall mounting, installation accuracy is also critical.
Trimira Audio can assist with:
- Wall mounting
- Bracket installation
- Listening-axis optimisation
- Amplifier matching
- Surround and height-channel configuration
- Speaker-level calibration
- Subwoofer integration
- Complete architectural cinema design
Consult with the High-End Audio Specialists at Trimira Audio
The Wilson Audio Alida CSC combines CSC tweeter technology, X-Material cabinet construction, a 5.75-inch mid-woofer, AudioCapX-WA crossover components, and dedicated architectural mounting hardware in a compact wall-mounted design.
Trimira Audio can assist with complete Alida CSC system integration, including wall placement, bracket positioning, amplification, processor configuration, and multi-channel calibration.
Contact the Trimira Audio specialists in Brisbane to discuss an architectural Wilson Audio system or arrange a private audition.
