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Triangle Borea BR02 Review
Triangle Borea BR02

Main Features

  • 1" Tweeter
  • 5" fiberglass Woofer
  • 51 - 22k Hz Frequency Response
  • 89 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range: up to 80watts
  • Weight:10.71 lbs / 4.87 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 12.2"x6.9"x10.7" / 310.0 x 176.0 x 274.0mm
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Triangle Borea BR02 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Triangle. It features a 1" Tweeter and 1 x 5" fiberglass Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 51 - 22k Hz and a sensitivity of 89 dB. Triangle Borea BR02 has an MSRP of 529$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the Triangle Borea BR02 is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:

Listening Environment* Suitability
Near-fieldAverage
Small RoomGood
Mid-size RoomAverage
Large RoomPoor
Very Large RoomBad

(* 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.)

Triangle's Borea Series of Loudspeakers

Borea BR02 is a member of Triangle's Borea series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

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


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Frequency Response of the Triangle Borea BR02 Speaker

Triangle Borea BR02 has a Frequency response range of 51 - 22k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of up to 80 watts. With a minimum frequency of 51 Hz, Borea BR02 delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.

To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Triangle Borea BR02, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $750. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how Borea BR02's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
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Crossover frequency of the Triangle Borea BR02?

The Crossover frequency of the Borea BR02 is set to 2900Hz. This is the threshold frequency where the higher frequency signals over this level are sent to the tweeter and the lower-frequency signals are sent to the woofer by the crossover component.

Impedance and Sensitivity

Triangle Borea BR02's nominal impedance level is 8 ohms but can go down to as low as 3.6 ohms, and has a sensitivity of 89 dB.

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Triangle Borea BR02
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8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Triangle Borea BR02 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.

Sensitivity

89dB of the Triangle Borea BR02 is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise.

Minimum Impedance of the Triangle Borea BR02

Even though the nominal impedance of the Borea BR02 is 8 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Triangle is 3.6 ohms Triangle Borea BR02 so while choosing an amplifier, you should ideally check if the unit you are considering can provide this impedance level.

Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the Triangle Borea BR02:

  • Integrated Amps under 500 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 750 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 1000 USD
  • All Integrated Amplifiers

Input Type

Borea BR02 features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Triangle Borea BR02 Back View
Triangle Borea BR02 Back View

Triangle Borea BR02 External Dimensions and Weight

Triangle Borea BR02 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 12.2 x 6.9 x 10.7inch (310.0 x 176.0 x 274.0mm ).

Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base area of Triangle Borea BR02 is approximately 482.2cm2 / 74.7inch2.

To get a better perspective on the real life size of Triangle Borea BR02, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).

Triangle Borea BR02 Real Life Body Size Comparison
Triangle Borea BR02 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc

Here we place the Triangle Borea BR02 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.

Triangle Borea BR02 placed next to an amplifier and turntable
Triangle Borea BR02 Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable

Weight

The Triangle Borea BR02 weighs 4.87kg / 10.7lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Borea BR02's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
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Triangle Borea BR02
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Bookshelf Speakers under $750
Triangle Borea BR02
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How does the Triangle Borea BR02 compare to the Triangle Borea BR03?

One of the natural alternative to the Triangle Borea BR02 is the Borea BR03 which is located one step higher in Triangle's Passive Bookshelf selection.

Here is a scaled size comparison of these two speakers to give you an idea how their external dimensions compare:

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

Check the Detailed Comparison of Triangle Borea BR02 vs Borea BR03 for more details.

Cabinet type and Materials

Triangle Borea BR02 has a Bass Reflex type cabinet. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.

Port Position

Triangle Borea BR02 is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe.

Available colors

Triangle Borea BR02 is available in Light Oak, Walnut, Black and White.

Wall Mounting

Borea BR02 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.

Does the Triangle Borea BR02 come with a Grille?

Borea BR02 comes with magnetic grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible. Since the included grille of the Borea BR02 is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.

Triangle Borea BR02  with Grille
Triangle Borea BR02 with Grille

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
  • Recommended Accessories

    Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Triangle Borea BR02.

    • Speaker Cable and Connectors
      • Speaker Cables with Banana Plugs: If you know the lenght of the cable you need, this is the easier option to connect your speakers with your amp.
      • Speaker Cables without Connectors: If you are not sure about the lenght or need longer than standard cables with plugs, choose this option.
      • Banana Connectors and Plugs: If you chose the cables without connectors option or already have some cable around, pick the banana plugs separately.
    • Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators more affordable options too.
    • Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.
    • Speaker Stands: Stands bring your bookshelf speakers to ideal height (rule of thumb is to have the tweeter level with your ear in your listening position), helps stability and acoustical isolation.

    User's Manual

    For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Triangle Borea BR02, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
    Download User Manual for Triangle Borea BR02

    Official Brochure

    Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Triangle Borea BR02 speaker:
    Official Brochure for Triangle Borea BR02

    Official Product Page

    Official manufacturer's product page for the Triangle Borea BR02 speaker can be found below:
    Official Product Page for Triangle Borea BR02

    Warranty

    5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Triangle Borea BR02
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    Triangle Borea BR02 Detailed Specifications

    General
    BrandTriangle
    Full Model NameTriangle Borea BR02
    Speaker Type2-way Bookshelf
    Power Rangeup to 80 watts
    Sensitivity89 dB
    Impedance8 ohms
    Frequency Response51 - 22k Hz
    DRIVERS
    Woofer Size5-inch
    Woofer Compositionfiberglass
    Tweeter Size1-inch
    Crossover freq2900Hz
    Port Positionrear

    CONNECTIONS
    Connector TypeBinding post
    Biamp InputsNo
    Port Positionrear
    PHYSICAL SPECS
    Height310.0mm ( 12.2-inch)
    Width176.0mm ( 6.9-inch)
    Depth274.0mm ( 10.7-inch)
    Height310.0mm ( 12.2-inch)
    Weight4.87kg ( 10.71 lbs)
    EnclosureBass Reflex
    Available ColorsLight Oak, Walnut, Black, White
    Mounting BracketNo
    GrilleYes
    Moisture ResistanceNo
    OTHER
    Handheld RemoteNo
    Parts Warranty5 Years
    Labor Warranty5 Years
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