In this review, we will be comparing RP-8060FA II and Borea BR07, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Klipsch and Triangle. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Klipsch RP-8060FA II and Triangle Borea BR07 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
What size room are the Klipsch RP-8060FA II and Triangle Borea BR07 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 Klipsch RP-8060FA II and Triangle Borea BR07 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 RP-8060FA II is a 2-way design whereas the Borea BR07 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 |
Klipsch RP-8060FA II |
Triangle Borea BR07 |
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
3-way
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
Midrange
|
- |
1 x 6-inch |
Woofer
|
2 x 8-inch
|
1 x 6-inch
|
RP-8060FA II features a 1" titanium Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 2 x 8" Cerametallic Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1630 Hz. On the other hand, the Borea BR07 features a 1" silk Break_in Tweeter , a 6" Midrange and 1 x 6" fiberglass Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 350Hz and 3500Hz.
Frequency Response
RP-8060FA II has a frequency range of 35-25k Hz whereas Borea BR07 has a frequency range of 44 - 22k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 35Hz, the RP-8060FA II can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Borea BR07's min frequency of 44Hz.
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
RP-8060FA II and Borea BR07 have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. RP-8060FA II sensitivity is rated at 98 dB and the Borea BR07's is at 91 dB. This 7 dB difference makes the Klipsch RP-8060FA II a more sensitive speaker compared to Triangle Borea BR07, 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.
RP-8060FA II can handle a max power of 150 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Borea BR07 has a max power handling value of 120 watts RMS, 30 watts less than the RP-8060FA II.
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
RP-8060FA II features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Borea BR07 has a Binding post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Cabinet Type and Port Position
RP-8060FA II has a rear firing port whereas Borea BR07 has a front firing ports. Triangle Borea BR07's front-firing port gives more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls compared to Klipsch RP-8060FA II 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 Klipsch RP-8060FA II's and Triangle Borea BR07's external dimensions. Klipsch RP-8060FA II has external dimensions of 1099.0 x 277.0 x 528.0mm ( 43-1/8 x 10-7/8 x 20-13/16inch) whereas Triangle Borea BR07 has external dimensions of 980.0 x 206.0 x 314.0mm ( 38.5 x 8.1 x 12.3inch) .
Klipsch RP-8060FA II is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 71mm wider, 119mm taller and 214mm deeper than Triangle Borea BR07.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Klipsch RP-8060FA II and Triangle Borea BR07 in scale.
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 Klipsch RP-8060FA II is approximately 1462.6cm2 / 226.7inch2 and base area of the Triangle Borea BR07 is approximately 646.8cm2 / 100.3inch2. The RP-8060FA II requires 126% more surface area than the Borea BR07 which gives it a small disadvantage 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 Klipsch RP-8060FA II weighs 34.40kg / 75.7lbs and the Triangle Borea BR07 weighs 16.92kg / 37.2lbs. This makes the RP-8060FA II 103% heavier than the Borea BR07.
Here is a comparison of how RP-8060FA II and Borea BR07'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 Klipsch RP-8060FA II?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of RP-8060FA II:
Floorstanding loudspeakerStabilizer feet (pre-installed)Front grilleTop grille (pre-installed)2 Terminal jumpers (pre-installed)Rubber cap (pre-installed)User ManualImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Information
What's in the Box of Triangle Borea BR07?
Here are the items that come with the Borea BR07:
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
Max Input Power |
150 watts
vs
120 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
Sensitivity |
98 dB
vs
91 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
Woofer Size |
8 inches
vs
6 inches
|
Larger woofer |
Number of Woofers |
2
vs
1
|
More woofers |
Low Frequency Response |
35 Hz
vs
44 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
High Frequency Response |
25k Hz
vs
22k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring |
Yes
vs
No
|
Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections |
Dolby Atmos Drivers |
Built-in one 6.5 inch woofer and one 1-inch tweeter
vs
No
|
Dolby Atmos Compatibility |
Driver Setup |
3-way
vs
2-way
|
Have a dedicated mid-range driver |
Port Position |
Front
vs
Rear
|
Gives more flexibility placing close to walls |
Height |
980mm
vs
1099mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
Base Surface Area |
646cm2 (206x314mm)
vs
1462cm2 (277x528mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
Price per pair* |
1200USD
vs
2998USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
General |
Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-8060FA II |
Triangle Borea BR07 |
Brand |
Klipsch |
Triangle |
Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
Power Range |
up to 150 watts |
up to 120 watts |
Sensitivity |
98 dB |
91 dB |
Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
Impedance |
n/a |
5 ohms |
Frequency Response |
35-25k Hz |
44 - 22k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
Woofer Quantity |
2 |
1 |
Woofer Size |
8" |
6" |
Woofer Composition |
Cerametallic |
fiberglass |
Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
n/a |
Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
Tweeter Type |
Tractrix Horn |
Break_in |
Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
Midrange Driver |
No |
6" |
Crossover Frequency |
1630 Hz |
350Hz and 3500Hz |
Firing Direction |
rear |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
Height |
1099.0mm (43.3") |
980.0mm (38.6") |
Width |
277.0mm (10.9") |
206.0mm (8.1") |
Depth |
528.0mm (20.8") |
314.0mm (12.4") |
Weight |
34.40kg (75.7lbs) |
16.92kg (37.2lbs) |
Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
Finish |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
n/a |
Available Colors |
Walnut, Ebony |
Light Oak, Walnut, Black, White |
Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Biamp Inputs |
Yes |
No |
Other |
|
|
Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |