In this review, we will be comparing Borea BR02 BT and Debut ConneX DCB41, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from Triangle and ELAC. Being Powered speakers, they both have built-in amplifiers so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp to power them. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Triangle Borea BR02 BT and ELAC Debut DCB41 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Triangle Borea BR02 BT and ELAC Debut DCB41 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 Borea BR02 BT and Debut ConneX DCB41 are 2-way speakers.
Driver |
Triangle Borea BR02 BT |
ELAC Debut DCB41 |
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
0.75-inch
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
Woofer
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
1 x 4.5-inch
|
Borea BR02 BT features a 1" EFS fabric Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" fiberglass Woofer . On the other hand, the Debut ConneX DCB41 features a 0.75" Fabric Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 4.5" Polypropylene Woofer .
Frequency Response
Borea BR02 BT has a frequency range of 47-22kHz whereas Debut ConneX DCB41 has a frequency range of 66-25k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 47Hz, the Borea BR02 BT can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Debut ConneX DCB41's min frequency of 66Hz.
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 Bookshelf class in our database.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
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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.
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 Triangle Borea BR02 BT's and ELAC Debut DCB41's external dimensions. Triangle Borea BR02 BT has external dimensions of 206 x 360 x 314 mm ( 8.1x 14.1 x 12.36 inches) whereas ELAC Debut DCB41 has external dimensions of 249 x 141 x 240mm ( 9.8125inch x 5.5625inch x 9.4375inch ) .
Triangle Borea BR02 BT is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 65mm wider, 111mm taller and 74mm deeper than ELAC Debut DCB41.
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 Triangle Borea BR02 BT is approximately 646.0cm2 / 100.1inch2 and base area of the ELAC Debut DCB41 is approximately 338.4cm2 / 52.5inch2. The Borea BR02 BT requires 91% more surface area than the Debut ConneX DCB41 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 Triangle Borea BR02 BT weighs 14.20kg / 31.2lbs and the ELAC Debut DCB41 weighs 2.90kg / 6.4lbs. This makes the Borea BR02 BT 390% heavier than the Debut ConneX DCB41.
Here is a comparison of how Borea BR02 BT and Debut ConneX DCB41's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Bookshelf class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
What's in the Box of Triangle Borea BR02 BT?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Borea BR02 BT:
1 x passive loudspeaker BOREA BT cable to link the loudspeakers 8. 1 x user manual1 x active loudspeaker BOREA BT (indicator light on the front) 2 x protection grills 1 x remote control, incl. 2 AAA batteries 8 x adhesive anti-slip feet to place below the speakers 1 x AC power cord 1 x 3 meters speaker
What's in the Box of ELAC Debut DCB41?
Here are the items that come with the Debut ConneX DCB41:
Powered speakerPassive speaker2 Grilles6.5-feet AC power cordRemote control2
Woofer Size |
6.5 inches
vs
4.5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
Low Frequency Response |
47 Hz
vs
66 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
Price per pair* |
499USD
vs
599USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
3.5mm Connection |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connection via 3.5mm AUX input |
RCA Connection |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connection via RCA input |
Phono Input |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connect your turntable directly |
High Frequency Response |
25k Hz
vs
22k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
Height |
249mm
vs
360mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
Base Surface Area |
338cm2 (141x240mm)
vs
646cm2 (206x314mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
USB Port |
USB-B
vs
No
|
USB port adds flexibility |
HDMI Input |
ARC
vs
No
|
Connect HDMI sources directly |
General |
Triangle Borea Active BR02 BT |
ELAC Debut ConneX DCB41 |
Brand |
Triangle |
ELAC |
Speaker Type |
Powered Stereo Speakers |
Powered Stereo Speakers |
Sensitivity |
90dB |
n/a |
Impedance |
8 ohms |
n/a |
Impedance |
4.2 ohms |
n/a |
Frequency Response |
47-22kHz |
66-25k Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
Watts RMS (Continuous) |
120-watt RMS |
100-watt RMS |
Max Bit Depth |
24-bit |
24-bit |
Max Sample Rate |
48 kHz |
96 kHZ |
Drivers |
|
|
Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
Woofer Size |
6.5" |
4.5" |
Woofer Composition |
fiberglass |
Polypropylene |
Tweeter Size |
1" |
0.75" |
Tweeter Type |
Dome |
Soft-Dome |
Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
Firing Direction |
rear |
n/a |
Physical Specs |
|
|
Height |
360.0mm (14.2") |
249.0mm (9.8") |
Width |
206.0mm (8.1") |
141.0mm (5.6") |
Depth |
314.0mm (12.4") |
240.0mm (9.4") |
Weight |
14.20kg (31.2lbs) |
2.90kg (6.4lbs) |
Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
Available Colors |
Light Oak Blue,Oak Green,Cream,Light Oak,Black |
Black,Walnut,Royal Blue |
Mounting Bracket |
No |
No |
Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Aux Inputs |
3.5mm, RCA |
No |
USB Port |
No |
USB-B |
Phone Input |
Yes |
No |
Subwoofer Output |
mono-RCA |
mono-RCA |
Digital Input |
Optical,Coaxial |
Optical, HDMI |
HDMI Input |
No |
ARC |
Headphone Jack |
No |
No |
Ethernet Port |
No |
No |
Other |
|
|
Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
1 Year |
Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
1 Year |