In this review, we will be comparing SE 6000F and Borea BR09, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Paradigm and Triangle.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Paradigm SE 6000F and Triangle Borea BR09 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Paradigm SE 6000F Key Specs
- 3-way Design
- 1" Tweeter
- 5.5" Midrange
- 3 x 5.5" Mineral-filled polypropylene Woofer
- 53-21k Hz Frequency Response
- 93 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:15-100watts
- Weight:20.00kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1051.0" x 8-15/16" x 14-3/16"( 1051.0 x 228.0 x 361.0mm )
Triangle Borea BR09 Key Specs
- 3-way Design
- 1" dome Tweeter
- 6" Midrange
- 3 x 6" fiberglass Woofer
- 6" Midrange
- 35 - 22k Hz Frequency Response
- 92.5 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:up to 170watts
- Weight:21.80kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1095.0" x 8.1" x 12.3"( 1095.0 x 206.0 x 314.0mm )
What size room are the Paradigm SE 6000F 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:
| Listening Environment* |
Paradigm SE 6000F |
Triangle Borea BR09 |
| Near-field |
Poor |
Bad |
| Small Room |
Average |
Poor |
| Mid-size Room |
Good |
Good |
| Large Room |
Poor |
Good |
| Very Large Room |
Bad |
Poor |
(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2,
Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: >
400 sq. ft / 36 m2.
Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual
listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening
position, speaker locations, etc.)
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Paradigm SE 6000F 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
Both SE 6000F and Borea BR09 are 3-way speakers.
| Driver |
Paradigm SE 6000F |
Triangle Borea BR09 |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
1 x 5.5-inch |
1 x 6-inch |
|
Woofer
|
3 x 5.5-inch
|
3 x 6-inch
|
SE 6000F features a 1" Tweeter , a 5.5" Midrange and 3 x 5.5" Mineral-filled polypropylene Woofer . 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
SE 6000F has a frequency range of 53-21k 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 SE 6000F's min frequency of 53Hz.
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
SE 6000F and Borea BR09 have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. SE 6000F sensitivity is rated at 93 dB and the Borea BR09's is at 92.5 dB.
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.
SE 6000F can handle a max power of 170 watts RMS from the amp the whereas SE 6000F has a max power handling value of 100 watts RMS , 70 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
SE 6000F features Binding post type posts and Borea BR09 has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Paradigm SE 6000F's Post terminals
Triangle Borea BR09's Binding post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
SE 6000F 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 Paradigm SE 6000F 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 Paradigm SE 6000F's and Triangle Borea BR09's external dimensions. Paradigm SE 6000F has external dimensions of 1051.0 x 228.0 x 361.0mm ( 41-3/8 x 8-15/16 x 14-3/16inch) 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 22mm narrower and 47mm less deeper than Paradigm SE 6000F but it is also 44mm taller.
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 Paradigm SE 6000F is approximately 823.1cm2 / 127.6inch2 and base area of the Triangle Borea BR09 is approximately 646.8cm2 / 100.3inch2. The SE 6000F requires 27% more surface area than the Borea BR09 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 Paradigm SE 6000F weighs 20.00kg / 44lbs and the Triangle Borea BR09 weighs 21.80kg / 48lbs. This makes the Borea BR09 9% heavier than the SE 6000F.
Here is a comparison of how SE 6000F 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 Paradigm SE 6000F?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of SE 6000F:
Floorstanding loudspeaker
4 Rubber feet
4 Spike feet
Owner's Manual
Online Registration Card
Unboxing Instructions
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
 Height |
1051mm
vs
1095mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Price per pair* |
1000USD
vs
1850USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Max Input Power |
170 watts
vs
100 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Woofer Size |
6 inches
vs
5.5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
|
Low Frequency Response |
35 Hz
vs
53 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
22k Hz
vs
21k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Port Position |
Front
vs
Rear
|
Gives more flexibility placing close to walls |
 Base Surface Area |
646cm2
vs
823cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
| General |
Paradigm Monitor SE 6000F |
Triangle Borea BR09 |
| Brand |
Paradigm |
Triangle |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
15-100 watts |
up to 170 watts |
| Sensitivity |
93 dB |
92.5 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Impedance |
n/a |
3.3 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
53-21k Hz |
35 - 22k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
3 |
3 |
| Woofer Size |
5.5" |
6" |
| Woofer Composition |
Mineral-filled polypropylene |
fiberglass |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
n/a |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
n/a |
dome |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
5.5" |
6" |
| Crossover Frequency |
n/a |
310Hz and 3900Hz |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1051.0mm (41.4") |
1095.0mm (43.1") |
| Width |
228.0mm (9") |
206.0mm (8.1") |
| Depth |
361.0mm (14.2") |
314.0mm (12.4") |
| Weight |
20.00kg (44lbs) |
21.80kg (48lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF/Vinyl |
n/a |
| Available Colors |
Black |
Light Oak, Walnut, Black, White |
| Grille |
n/a |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
No |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |