Remastering an Audiophile Legend | Available at Trimira Audio
Created to commemorate Wilson Audio's 50th anniversary, The WATT/Puppy is a modern interpretation of one of high-end audio's most influential loudspeaker platforms.
The design preserves the fundamental two-module WATT/Puppy architecture while incorporating contemporary driver technology, advanced cabinet materials, refined crossover components, and precision mechanical engineering.
The upper WATT module combines a 7-inch QuadraMag™ AlNiCo midrange driver with Wilson Audio's Convergent Synergy Carbon (CSC) tweeter, while the lower Puppy module houses dual 8-inch woofers within a rigid X-Material cabinet.
At Trimira Audio, we recommend The WATT/Puppy for listeners who want Wilson Audio's iconic compact floorstanding architecture combined with contemporary reference-level engineering.
Key Features & Technological Innovations
QuadraMag™ AlNiCo Midrange Driver
The WATT module incorporates a 7-inch QuadraMag™ AlNiCo midrange driver using a four-magnet motor architecture.
The driver is designed to provide strong magnetic control, natural midrange reproduction, and detailed reproduction of vocals and acoustic instruments.
Convergent Synergy Carbon (CSC) Tweeter
The 1-inch CSC tweeter features a carbon-fibre rear-wave chamber designed to control unwanted energy behind the diaphragm.
This architecture supports extended high-frequency reproduction while managing rear-wave reflections within the tweeter assembly.
X-Material, S-Material & V-Material Construction
The WATT/Puppy incorporates Wilson Audio's advanced material technologies throughout its two-module structure.
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X-Material provides dense structural cabinet construction.
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S-Material is used within the WATT module's critical midrange structure.
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V-Material is incorporated at the interface between the WATT and Puppy modules to manage vibrational energy.
Together, these materials provide a rigid mechanical foundation for the driver array.
Dual 8-Inch Homogeneous Woofers
The Puppy module houses two 8-inch homogeneous paper-cone woofers in a rear-slot-ported enclosure.
The dual-woofer arrangement provides substantial bass displacement while retaining the relatively compact dimensions that define the WATT/Puppy concept.
AudioCapX-WA Copper Capacitors
The crossover incorporates custom AudioCapX-WA copper capacitors, manufactured for Wilson Audio with attention to the electrical and mechanical characteristics of the component.
These components form part of the loudspeaker's carefully engineered crossover network.
Integrated Rear Grab Handle
The rear handle references the original WATT/Puppy design while providing a practical aid for positioning the loudspeaker during installation and setup.
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
The WATT/Puppy |
| System Architecture |
Two-Module Adjustable 4-Driver Floorstanding System |
| Tweeter |
1-inch (2.54 cm) Convergent Synergy Carbon (CSC) Dome |
| Midrange |
1 × 7-inch (17.78 cm) QuadraMag™ AlNiCo Magnet Cone |
| Woofer Complement |
2 × 8-inch (20.32 cm) Homogeneous Paper Cone Woofers |
| Frequency Response |
26 Hz–30 kHz (±3 dB Room Average Response) |
| Sensitivity |
89 dB @ 1 W / 1 m / 1 kHz |
| Nominal Impedance |
4 Ω |
| Minimum Impedance |
2.87 Ω @ 86 Hz |
| Minimum Power Handling |
50 W / Channel |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) |
1050 × 305 × 474 mm |
| System Net Weight |
72.58 kg per channel |
Two-Module System Architecture
The WATT/Puppy retains the fundamental concept that made the original platform so influential: separating the upper midrange/high-frequency module from the bass enclosure.
The WATT module houses the midrange and tweeter, while the Puppy module provides the low-frequency foundation.
The mechanical interface between the two modules is designed to provide a stable platform while allowing careful positioning and alignment during setup.
Amplifier & System Matching
With 89 dB sensitivity and a 4-ohm nominal impedance, the WATT/Puppy can work with a broad range of high-quality amplification.
Nevertheless, amplifier selection remains important for achieving the loudspeaker's full dynamic potential.
Trimira Audio can assist with:
- Amplifier matching
- Speaker-cable selection
- Source and preamplifier matching
- Room positioning
- Toe-in optimisation
- Module alignment
- Complete Wilson Audio system design
Consult with the High-End Audio Specialists at Trimira Audio
The WATT/Puppy combines Wilson Audio's iconic two-module architecture with QuadraMag™ AlNiCo midrange technology, CSC tweeter technology, advanced X/S/V-Material construction, dual 8-inch woofers, and AudioCapX-WA crossover components.
It offers a compelling route into Wilson Audio's contemporary loudspeaker engineering while retaining the distinctive proportions and design philosophy of the legendary WATT/Puppy lineage.
Contact the Trimira Audio two-channel specialists in Brisbane to arrange a private listening session or discuss a complete Wilson Audio system.
