In this review, we will be comparing Borea BR10 and Kendall, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Triangle and KLH.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Triangle Borea BR10 and KLH Kendall first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Triangle Borea BR10 Key Specs
- 3-way Design
- 1" dome Tweeter
- 6" Midrange
- 2 x 8" fiberglass Woofer
- 30 - 22k Hz Frequency Response
- 92 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:up to 200watts
- Weight:29.50kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1110.0" x 9.6" x 15"( 1110 x 245 x 380mm )
KLH Kendall Key Specs
- 3-way Design
- 1" Tweeter
- 5.25" Midrange
- 2 x 6.5" Woven Kevlar Woofer
- 5.25" Midrange
- 25-23k Hz Frequency Response
- 96 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:up to 250watts
- Weight:22.14kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1021.0" x 8-5/16" x 14-15/16"( 1021.0 x 212.0 x 380.0mm )
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Triangle Borea BR10 and KLH Kendall 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 BR10 and Kendall are 3-way speakers.
| Driver |
Triangle Borea BR10 |
KLH Kendall |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
1 x 6-inch |
1 x 5.25-inch |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 8-inch
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
Borea BR10 features a 1" silk dome Tweeter , a 6" Midrange and 2 x 8" fiberglass Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 310Hz and 3900Hz. On the other hand, the Kendall features a 1" anodized aluminum Tweeter , a 5.25" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Woven Kevlar Woofer .
Frequency Response
Borea BR10 has a frequency range of 30 - 22k Hz whereas Kendall has a frequency range of 25-23k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 25Hz, the Kendall can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Borea BR10's min frequency of 30Hz.
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
Borea BR10 and Kendall have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Borea BR10 sensitivity is rated at 92 dB and the Kendall's is at 96 dB. This 4 dB difference makes the KLH Kendall a more sensitive speaker compared to Triangle Borea BR10, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
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.
Borea BR10 can handle a max power of 200 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Kendall has a max power handling value of watts RMS, 200 watts less than the Borea BR10.
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
Kendall features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Borea BR10 has a Binding post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Triangle Borea BR10's Binding post terminals
KLH Kendall's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
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 BR10's and KLH Kendall's external dimensions. Triangle Borea BR10 has external dimensions of 1110 x 245 x 380mm ( 43.7 x 9.6 x 15inch) whereas KLH Kendall has external dimensions of 1021.0 x 212.0 x 380.0mm ( 40-3/16 x 8-5/16 x 14-15/16inch) .
KLH Kendall is 33mm narrower and 89mm shorter than Triangle Borea BR10 but they have the same thickness of 380.0mm.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Triangle Borea BR10 and KLH Kendall in scale.
Comparison image of Triangle Borea BR10 and KLH Kendall 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 BR10 is approximately 931.0cm2 / 144.3inch2 and base area of the KLH Kendall is approximately 805.6cm2 / 124.9inch2. The Borea BR10 requires 16% more surface area than the Kendall 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 BR10 weighs 29.50kg / 64.9lbs and the KLH Kendall weighs 22.14kg / 48.7lbs. This makes the Borea BR10 33% heavier than the Kendall.
Here is a comparison of how Borea BR10 and Kendall'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 Triangle Borea BR10?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Borea BR10:
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
What's in the Box of KLH Kendall?
Here are the items that come with the Kendall:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrilleFoam port4 Rubber feet4 Spike feet (with nuts)4 Protective discsManual
 Woofer Size |
8 inches
vs
6.5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
 Sensitivity |
96 dB
vs
92 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
|
Low Frequency Response |
25 Hz
vs
30 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
23k Hz
vs
22k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring |
Yes
vs
No
|
Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections |
 Height |
1021mm
vs
1110mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
805cm2
vs
931cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
1500USD
vs
2299USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Triangle Borea BR10 |
KLH Kendall |
| Brand |
Triangle |
KLH |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
up to 200 watts |
up to 250 watts |
| Sensitivity |
92 dB |
96 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Impedance |
3 ohms |
n/a |
| Frequency Response |
30 - 22k Hz |
25-23k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
2 |
| Woofer Size |
8" |
6.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
fiberglass |
Woven Kevlar |
| Woofer Surround Material |
n/a |
Butyl Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
dome |
n/a |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
6" |
5.25" |
| Crossover Frequency |
310Hz and 3900Hz |
n/a |
| Firing Direction |
front |
n/a |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1110.0mm (43.7") |
1021.0mm (40.2") |
| Width |
245.0mm (9.6") |
212.0mm (8.3") |
| Depth |
380.0mm (15") |
380.0mm (15") |
| Weight |
29.50kg (64.9lbs) |
22.14kg (48.7lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
n/a |
MDF/Wood Veneer |
| Available Colors |
Light Oak, Walnut, Black Ash, White |
Black |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
No |
Yes |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
10 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
10 Years |