In this review, we will be comparing DALI Spektor 6 and Borea BR09, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from DALI and Triangle. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of DALI Spektor 6 and Triangle Borea BR09 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
What size room are the DALI Spektor 6 and Triangle Borea BR09 speakers good for?
The size of the room in which you are planning to use these loudspeakers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their size and max power parameters:
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the DALI Spektor 6 and Triangle Borea BR09 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that DALI Spektor 6 is a 2-way design whereas the Borea BR09 is a 3-way speaker. 3-way designs utilize a midrange driver in addition to the tweeter and woofer on 2-way designs. Designing a crossover for a 3-way speaker is a complicated process and generally increases the overall cost of the speaker.
Driver |
DALI Spektor 6 |
Triangle Borea BR09 |
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
3-way
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
Midrange
|
- |
1 x 6-inch |
Woofer
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
3 x 6-inch
|
DALI Spektor 6 features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Wood Fiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2500Hz. On the other hand, the Borea BR09 features a 1" silk dome Tweeter , a 6" Midrange and 3 x 6" fiberglass Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 310Hz and 3900Hz.
Frequency Response
DALI Spektor 6 has a frequency range of 43-26k Hz whereas Borea BR09 has a frequency range of 35 - 22k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 35Hz, the Borea BR09 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the DALI Spektor 6's min frequency of 43Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Floor-standing class in our database.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
High Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.
Impedance and Sensitivity
DALI Spektor 6 is a 6 ohms speaker compared to the Borea BR09 which has a nominal impedance of 8 ohms.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. DALI Spektor 6 sensitivity is rated at 88.5 dB and the Borea BR09's is rated at 92.5 dB. This 4 dB difference makes the Triangle Borea BR09 a more sensitive speaker compared to DALI Spektor 6, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Power Range
Power
range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. While using an amplifier within this range ensures the nominal performance , inputting a power that is higher than the max wattage can result in a damaged speaker.
DALI Spektor 6 can handle a max power of 170 watts RMS from the amp the whereas DALI Spektor 6 has a max power handling value of 150 watts RMS , 20 watts less than the Borea BR09.
Keep in mind that a higher max power handling value doesn't necessarily make that a louder speaker
compared to a lower max handling speaker. Loudness or the sound level is also impacted by parameters
such as Impedance, sensitivity and system efficiencies.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
DALI Spektor 6 features Binding post type posts and Borea BR09 has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Cabinet Type and Port Position
DALI Spektor 6 has a rear firing port whereas Borea BR09 has a front firing ports. Triangle Borea BR09's front-firing port gives more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls compared to DALI Spektor 6 with its rear-firing port.
Physical Specs
Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare DALI Spektor 6's and Triangle Borea BR09's external dimensions. DALI Spektor 6 has external dimensions of 972.0 x 195.0 x 313.0mm ( 38.3 x 7.7 x 12.3inch) whereas Triangle Borea BR09 has external dimensions of 1095.0 x 206.0 x 314.0mm ( 43.1 x 8.1 x 12.3inch) .
Triangle Borea BR09 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 11mm wider, 123mm taller and 1mm deeper than DALI Spektor 6.
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the DALI Spektor 6 is approximately 610.4cm2 / 94.6inch2 and base area of the Triangle Borea BR09 is approximately 646.8cm2 / 100.3inch2. The DALI Spektor 6 requires 6% less surface area than the Borea BR09 which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
Weight Comparison The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The DALI Spektor 6 weighs 13.80kg / 30.4lbs and the Triangle Borea BR09 weighs 21.80kg / 48lbs. This makes the Borea BR09 58% heavier than the DALI Spektor 6.
Here is a comparison of how DALI Spektor 6 and Borea BR09's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
What's in the Box of DALI Spektor 6?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of DALI Spektor 6:
Floorstanding loudspeaker GrilleRubber Feet4 Spike-feetManual
What's in the Box of Triangle Borea BR09?
Here are the items that come with the Borea BR09:
2 x Borea speakers 2 x protections grids 2 x pedestals 8 x screws 8 x adhesive rubber plots 8 x decoupling spikes 1 x user manual
Woofer Size |
6.5 inches
vs
6 inches
|
Larger woofer |
High Frequency Response |
26k Hz
vs
22k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
Height |
972mm
vs
1095mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
Base Surface Area |
610cm2 (195x313mm)
vs
646cm2 (206x314mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
Max Input Power |
170 watts
vs
150 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
Driver Setup |
3-way
vs
2-way
|
Have a dedicated mid-range driver |
Sensitivity |
93 dB
vs
89 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
Nominal Impedance |
8 ohms
vs
6 ohms
|
Less selective with amplifiers |
Number of Woofers |
3
vs
2
|
More woofers |
Low Frequency Response |
35 Hz
vs
43 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
Port Position |
Front
vs
Rear
|
Gives more flexibility placing close to walls |
General |
DALI Spektor 6 |
Triangle Borea BR09 |
Brand |
DALI |
Triangle |
Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
Power Range |
30-150 watts |
up to 170 watts |
Sensitivity |
88.5 dB |
92.5 dB |
Impedance |
6 ohms |
8 ohms |
Impedance |
n/a |
3.3 ohms |
Frequency Response |
43-26k Hz |
35 - 22k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
Woofer Quantity |
2 |
3 |
Woofer Size |
6.5" |
6" |
Woofer Composition |
Wood Fiber |
fiberglass |
Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
n/a |
Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
Tweeter Type |
Soft-Dome |
dome |
Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
Midrange Driver |
No |
6" |
Crossover Frequency |
2500Hz |
310Hz and 3900Hz |
Firing Direction |
rear |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
Height |
972.0mm (38.3") |
1095.0mm (43.1") |
Width |
195.0mm (7.7") |
206.0mm (8.1") |
Depth |
313.0mm (12.3") |
314.0mm (12.4") |
Weight |
13.80kg (30.4lbs) |
21.80kg (48lbs) |
Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
Finish |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
n/a |
Available Colors |
Black Ash, Walnut, White |
Light Oak, Walnut, Black, White |
Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Biamp Inputs |
No |
No |
Other |
|
|
Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |