In this review, we will be comparing Borea BR03 and Borea BR02, two Passive Bookshelf speakers by Triangle Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Triangle Borea BR03 and Triangle Borea BR02 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Borea BR03 and Borea BR02 are members of Triangle's Borea series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
Triangle Borea Series History
What size room are the Triangle Borea BR03 and Triangle Borea BR02 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 Triangle Borea BR03 and Triangle Borea BR02 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 BR03 and Borea BR02 are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Triangle Borea BR03 |
Triangle Borea BR02 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 6-inch
|
1 x 5-inch
|
Borea BR03 features a 1" silk Tweeter and 1 x 6" fiberglass Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 3600Hz. On the other hand, the Borea BR02 features a 1" silk Tweeter and 1 x 5" fiberglass Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2900Hz.
Frequency Response
Borea BR03 has a frequency range of 46 - 22k Hz whereas Borea BR02 has a frequency range of 51 - 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
High Frequency
Bookshelf 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
Borea BR03 and Borea BR02 have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Borea BR03 sensitivity is rated at 90 dB and the Borea BR02's is at 89 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
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 BR03 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 BR03 features Binding post type posts and Borea BR02 has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Triangle Borea BR03's Binding post terminals
Triangle Borea BR02's Binding post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Borea BR03 has a front firing port whereas Borea BR02 has a rear 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 BR03's and Triangle Borea BR02's external dimensions. Triangle Borea BR03 has external dimensions of 380.0 x 206.0 x 314.0mm ( 14.9 x 8.1 x 12.3inch) whereas Triangle Borea BR02 has external dimensions of 310.0 x 176.0 x 274.0mm ( 12.2 x 6.9 x 10.7inch) .
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 BR03 and Triangle Borea BR02 in scale.
Comparison image of Triangle Borea BR03 and Triangle Borea BR02 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 BR03 is approximately 646.8cm2 / 100.3inch2 and base area of the Triangle Borea BR02 is approximately 482.2cm2 / 74.7inch2. The Borea BR03 requires 34% more surface area than the Borea BR02 which gives it a small disadvantage 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:
Size Comparison image of Triangle Borea BR03 and Triangle Borea BR02 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 BR03 weighs 6.26kg / 13.8lbs and the Triangle Borea BR02 weighs 4.87kg / 10.7lbs. This makes the Borea BR03 29% heavier than the Borea BR02.
Here is a comparison of how Borea BR03 and Borea BR02's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
What's in the Box of Triangle Borea BR03?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Borea BR03:
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 BR02?
Here are the items that come with the Borea BR02:
2 x Borea speakers 2 x protections grids 8 x adhesive rubber plots 1 x user manual
 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 |
 Height |
310mm
vs
380mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
482cm2 (176x274mm)
vs
646cm2 (206x314mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
529USD
vs
629USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Triangle Borea BR03 |
Triangle Borea BR02 |
| Brand |
Triangle |
Triangle |
| Speaker Type |
Bookshelf speakers |
Bookshelf speakers |
| Power Range |
up to 100 watts |
up to 80 watts |
| Sensitivity |
90 dB |
89 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Impedance |
4.2 ohms |
3.6 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
46 - 22k Hz |
51 - 22k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
6" |
5" |
| Woofer Composition |
fiberglass |
fiberglass |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
3600Hz |
2900Hz |
| Firing Direction |
front |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
380.0mm (15") |
310.0mm (12.2") |
| Width |
206.0mm (8.1") |
176.0mm (6.9") |
| Depth |
314.0mm (12.4") |
274.0mm (10.8") |
| Weight |
6.26kg (13.8lbs) |
4.87kg (10.7lbs) |
| 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 |