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Triangle Borea BR02 vs Triangle Borea BR03 Comparison

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Triangle Borea BR02

Passive Bookshelf | 51 - 22k Hz

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Passive Bookshelf | 46 - 22k Hz

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Triangle Borea BR02 vs Triangle Borea BR03 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Borea BR02 and Borea BR03, two Passive Bookshelf speakers by Triangle

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Triangle Borea BR02 and Triangle Borea BR03 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Triangle Borea BR02 Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Tweeter
  • 5" fiberglass Woofer
  • 51 - 22k Hz Frequency Response
  • 89 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:up to 80watts
  • Weight:4.87kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 310.0" x 6.9" x 10.7"( 310.0 x 176.0 x 274.0mm )

Triangle Borea BR03 Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Tweeter
  • 6" fiberglass Woofer
  • 46 - 22k Hz Frequency Response
  • 90 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:up to 100watts
  • Weight:6.26kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 380.0" x 8.1" x 12.3"( 380.0 x 206.0 x 314.0mm )

Borea BR02 and Borea BR03 are members of Triangle's Borea series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.

Triangle Borea Series History
Model Body Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Triangle Borea BR07
  
Floor-standing 44 - 22k Hz 91 dB8Ω 1 x 6"
Triangle Borea BR04
  
Bookshelf 44 - 22k Hz 90 dB8Ω 1 x 6"
Triangle Borea BR10
  
Floor-standing 30 - 22k Hz 92 dB8Ω 2 x 8"
Triangle Borea BR09
  
Floor-standing 35 - 22k Hz 92.5 dB8Ω 3 x 6"
Triangle Borea BR03
Bookshelf 46 - 22k Hz 90 dB8Ω 1 x 6"
Triangle Borea BR02
Bookshelf 51 - 22k Hz 89 dB8Ω 1 x 5"
Triangle Borea BR08
  
Floor-standing 40 - 22k Hz 92 dB8Ω 2 x 6"

What size room are the Triangle Borea BR02 and Triangle Borea BR03 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* Triangle Borea BR02 Triangle Borea BR03
Near-field Average Average
Small Room Good Good
Mid-size Room Average Average
Large Room Poor Poor
Very Large Room Bad Bad

(* 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 Triangle Borea BR02 and Triangle Borea BR03 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.


**This post contains affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.


Drivers

Both Borea BR02 and Borea BR03 are 2-way speakers.

Driver Triangle Borea BR02 Triangle Borea BR03
Driver Setup 2-way 2-way
Tweeter 1-inch 1-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 1 x 5-inch 1 x 6-inch

Borea BR02 features a 1" silk Tweeter and 1 x 5" fiberglass Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2900Hz. On the other hand, the Borea BR03 features a 1" silk Tweeter and 1 x 6" fiberglass Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 3600Hz.

Frequency Response

Borea BR02 has a frequency range of 51 - 22k Hz whereas Borea BR03 has a frequency range of 46 - 22k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 46Hz, the Borea BR03 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Borea BR02's min frequency of 51Hz.

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

Borea BR02
Borea BR03
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

Triangle Borea BR02
Triangle Borea BR03
Min
Average
Max

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

Borea BR02 and Borea BR03 have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Borea BR02 sensitivity is rated at 89 dB and the Borea BR03's is at 90 dB. This 1 dB difference makes the Triangle Borea BR03 a more sensitive speaker compared to Triangle Borea BR02, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Bookshelf Speakers

Borea BR02
Borea BR03
Min
Average
Max

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.

Borea BR02 can handle a max power of 100 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Borea BR02 has a max power handling value of 80 watts RMS , 20 watts less than the Borea BR03.

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

Borea BR02 features Binding post type posts and Borea BR03 has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.

Triangle Borea BR02 Terminals
Triangle Borea BR02's Binding post terminals

Triangle Borea BR03Binding post Terminals
Triangle Borea BR03's Binding post terminals

Cabinet Type and Port Position

Borea BR02 has a rear firing port whereas Borea BR03 has a front firing ports. Triangle Borea BR03's front-firing port gives more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls compared to Triangle Borea BR02 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 Triangle Borea BR02's and Triangle Borea BR03's external dimensions. Triangle Borea BR02 has external dimensions of 310.0 x 176.0 x 274.0mm ( 12.2 x 6.9 x 10.7inch) whereas Triangle Borea BR03 has external dimensions of 380.0 x 206.0 x 314.0mm ( 14.9 x 8.1 x 12.3inch) .

Triangle Borea BR03 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 30mm wider, 70mm taller and 40mm deeper than Triangle Borea BR02.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of Triangle Borea BR02 and Triangle Borea BR03 in scale.

Triangle Borea BR02 vs Triangle Borea BR03 Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of Triangle Borea BR02 and Triangle Borea BR03 Size and External Dimensions

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 is approximately 482.2cm2 / 74.7inch2 and base area of the Triangle Borea BR03 is approximately 646.8cm2 / 100.3inch2. The Borea BR02 requires 25% less surface area than the Borea BR03 which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.

Here is an another comparison that shows both speakers on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet, next to a standard size amplifier and turntable in scale:

Triangle Borea BR02 vs Triangle Borea BR03 Size Comparison on a Media Console
Size Comparison image of Triangle Borea BR02 and Triangle Borea BR03 on a Media Console
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 weighs 4.87kg / 10.7lbs and the Triangle Borea BR03 weighs 6.26kg / 13.8lbs. This makes the Borea BR03 29% heavier than the Borea BR02.

Here is a comparison of how Borea BR02 and Borea BR03's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Triangle Borea BR02
Triangle Borea BR03
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of Triangle Borea BR02?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Borea BR02:
  • 2 x Borea speakers
  • 2 x protections grids
  • 8 x adhesive rubber plots
  • 1 x user manual
  • What's in the Box of Triangle Borea BR03?

    Here are the items that come with the Borea BR03:
  • 2 x Borea speakers
  • 2 x protections grids
  • 8 x adhesive rubber plots
  • 1 x user manual

  • Reasons to choose Triangle Borea BR02 over Triangle Borea BR03
    Height 310mm vs 380mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    Base Surface Area 482cm2 vs 646cm2 Takes less floor space
    Price per pair* 529USD vs 629USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)

    Reasons to choose Triangle Borea BR03 over Triangle Borea BR02

    Max Input Power 100 watts vs 80 watts Handle more power from your amplifier
    Sensitivity 90 dB vs 89 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
    Minimum Impedance 4.2 ohms vs 3.6 ohms Very low impedance levels puts more pressure on amplifier
    Woofer Size 6 inches vs 5 inches Larger woofer
    Low Frequency Response 46 Hz vs 51 Hz Generates deeper bass
    Port Position Front vs Rear Gives more flexibility placing close to walls
    Triangle Borea BR02 vs Triangle Borea BR03 Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General Triangle Borea BR02 Triangle Borea BR03
    Brand Triangle Triangle
    Speaker Type Bookshelf speakers Bookshelf speakers
    Power Range up to 80 watts up to 100 watts
    Sensitivity 89 dB 90 dB
    Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms
    Impedance 3.6 ohms 4.2 ohms
    Frequency Response 51 - 22k Hz 46 - 22k Hz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 1 1
    Woofer Size 5" 6"
    Woofer Composition fiberglass fiberglass
    Tweeter Size 1" 1"
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No No
    Crossover Frequency 2900Hz 3600Hz
    Firing Direction rear front
    Physical Specs
    Height 310.0mm (12.2") 380.0mm (15")
    Width 176.0mm (6.9") 206.0mm (8.1")
    Depth 274.0mm (10.8") 314.0mm (12.4")
    Weight 4.87kg (10.7lbs) 6.26kg (13.8lbs)
    Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
    Available Colors Light Oak, Walnut, Black, White Light Oak, Walnut, Black, White
    Mounting Bracket No No
    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

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