In this review, we will be comparing Borea BR02 BT and R-15PM, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from Triangle and Klipsch. 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 Klipsch R-15PM first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Triangle Borea BR02 BT Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 120-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
- 1" Dome Tweeter
- 6.5" fiberglass Woofer
- 47-22kHz Frequency Response
- 90dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- 24-bit Max Depth / 48 kHz Max Sample Rate
- Built-in 5.0 Bluetooth
- Weight:14.20kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 360.0" x 8.1" x 12.36"( 206 x 360 x 314 mm )
Klipsch R-15PM Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 100-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
- 1.0" Hard-Dome Tweeter
- 5.25" Copper-spun IMG Woofer
- 62-24k Hz Frequency Response
- 24-bit Max Depth / 96 kHz Max Sample Rate
- Built-in 3.0 Bluetooth
- Weight:4.67kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 317.5" x 7" x 9.875"( 317.5 x 177.8 x 250.8mm )
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Triangle Borea BR02 BT and Klipsch R-15PM 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 R-15PM are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Triangle Borea BR02 BT |
Klipsch R-15PM |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1.0-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
1 x 5.25-inch
|
Borea BR02 BT features a 1" EFS fabric Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" fiberglass Woofer . On the other hand, the R-15PM features a 1.0" Aluminum Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" Copper-spun IMG Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1800Hz.
Frequency Response
Borea BR02 BT has a frequency range of 47-22kHz whereas R-15PM has a frequency range of 62-24k 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 R-15PM's min frequency of 62Hz.
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.
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both Borea BR02 BT and R-15PM have rear firing ports. Rear ported speakers generally need more room between the backside of the speaker and the wall compared to sealed and front/bottom ported speakers. Placing the speakers too close to the walls may cause the bass to sound boomy.
If you are limited in space and can't get the speakers away from the backwall, check our Speakers with Front Firing Ports page.
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 Klipsch R-15PM'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 Klipsch R-15PM has external dimensions of 317.5 x 177.8 x 250.8mm ( 12.5 x 7 x 9.875inch) .
Triangle Borea BR02 BT is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 28.2mm wider, 42.5mm taller and 63.2mm deeper than Klipsch R-15PM.
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 Klipsch R-15PM is approximately 445.9cm2 / 69.1inch2. The Borea BR02 BT requires 45% more surface area than the R-15PM 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 Klipsch R-15PM weighs 4.67kg / 10.3lbs. This makes the Borea BR02 BT 204% heavier than the R-15PM.
Here is a comparison of how Borea BR02 BT and R-15PM'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 Klipsch R-15PM?
Here are the items that come with the R-15PM:
Powered speaker (right)Passive speaker (left)68-inch AC power cordRemote controlCR2025 3V battery (installed in remote)16-feet Length of 18AWG speaker wire (bare tinned wire on each end)6.5-feet USB-A to USB-B cable6-feet Stereo RCA cable5-feet Optical digital cable8 Self-adhesive rubber feetInstruction BookletWarranty InformationImportant Safety Instructions
 Woofer Size |
6.5 inches
vs
5.25 inches
|
Larger woofer |
|
Low Frequency Response |
47 Hz
vs
62 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
24k Hz
vs
22k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Height |
317mm
vs
360mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
445cm2
vs
646cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 USB Port |
Type-B
vs
No
|
USB port adds flexibility |
| General |
Triangle Borea Active BR02 BT |
Klipsch Reference R-15PM |
| Brand |
Triangle |
Klipsch |
| 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 |
62-24k 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" |
5.25" |
| Woofer Composition |
fiberglass |
Copper-spun IMG |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1.0" |
| Tweeter Type |
Dome |
Hard-Dome |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
n/a |
1800Hz |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
360.0mm (14.2") |
317.5mm (12.5") |
| Width |
206.0mm (8.1") |
177.8mm (7") |
| Depth |
314.0mm (12.4") |
250.8mm (9.9") |
| Weight |
14.20kg (31.2lbs) |
4.67kg (10.3lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Available Colors |
Light Oak Blue,Oak Green,Cream,Light Oak,Black |
n/a |
| Mounting Bracket |
No |
No |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Aux Inputs |
3.5mm, RCA |
3.5mm, RCA |
| USB Port |
No |
Type-B |
| Phone Input |
Yes |
Yes |
| Subwoofer Output |
mono-RCA |
Wired |
| Digital Input |
Optical,Coaxial |
Optical |
| HDMI Input |
No |
No |
| Headphone Jack |
No |
No |
| Ethernet Port |
No |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
1 Year |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
1 Year |