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Triangle Borea BR09 Review
Triangle Borea BR09 - Front View

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Main Features

  • 1" dome Tweeter
  • 6" Cellulose paper Midrange
  • 3 x 6" fiberglass Woofer
  • 35 - 22k Hz Frequency Response
  • 92.5 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range: up to 170 watts
  • Weight: 47.96 lbs / 21.80 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 43.1"x8.1"x12.3" / 1095.0 x 206.0 x 314.0mm
MSRP: $925 (list price)
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Made by Triangle · France · since 1980 · sold through dealers

Triangle Borea BR09 is a 3-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by Triangle. It was released in September 2019. It features a 1" dome Tweeter, 1 x 6" Midrange and 3 x 6" fiberglass Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 35 - 22k Hz and a sensitivity of 92.5 dB. Triangle Borea BR09 has an MSRP of 1850$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the Triangle Borea BR09 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-fieldBad
Small RoomPoor
Mid-size RoomGood
Large RoomGood
Very Large RoomPoor

(* 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 BR09 is a member of Triangle's Borea series of Passive speakers. Borea is Triangle's affordable range, French-made speakers known for their lively, dynamic sound. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

See all 10 Triangle Borea models compared »

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 BR03
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46-22k Hz 90 dB8Ω 1 x 6"
Triangle Borea BR10
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30-22k Hz 92 dB8Ω 2 x 8"
Triangle Borea BR09
35-22k Hz 92.5 dB8Ω 3 x 6"
Triangle Borea BR02
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51-22k Hz 89 dB8Ω 1 x 5"
Triangle Borea BR08
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40-22k Hz 92 dB8Ω 2 x 6"
Triangle Borea BRC1
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57-22k Hz 90 dB8Ω 2 x 5"
Triangle Borea BRA1
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90-22k Hz 89 dB8Ω 1 x 6.5"
Triangle Borea BRC2
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50-22k Hz 95 dB8Ω 2 x 6.5"

Frequency Response of the Triangle Borea BR09 Speaker

Triangle Borea BR09 has a Frequency response range of 35 - 22k Hz and Power Range of up to 170 watts. With a minimum frequency of 35 Hz, Borea BR09 delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.

Here we have a comparison of how Borea BR09's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Triangle Borea BR09
Min
Average
Median
Thinking about a subwoofer for the Triangle Borea BR09?
  • Work out the crossover setting - it follows from this speaker's 35 Hz low end
  • Powered subwoofers under $2,000 - a similar price range to these speakers
  • Every powered subwoofer we cover, whatever the budget

Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 2000$ (Pair), these are the 5 Passive Floor-standing speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the Triangle Borea BR09's 35Hz:

  • KLH Kendall with Low Frequency of 25 Hz (Compare w/ Borea BR09)
  • KLH Concord with Low Frequency of 28 Hz (Compare w/ Borea BR09)
  • GoldenEar Triton Seven with Low Frequency of 29 Hz (Compare w/ Borea BR09)
  • PSB Imagine X2T with Low Frequency of 30 Hz (Compare w/ Borea BR09)
  • SVS Prime Tower with Low Frequency of 30 Hz (Compare w/ Borea BR09)

Crossover frequency of the Triangle Borea BR09?

Borea BR09 is a 3-way speaker and its crossover frequency between the woofer and the midrange is set to 310 Hz and the crossover frequency between the midrange and the tweeter is set to 3900 Hz.

Triangle Borea BR09 driver frequency bands35-310Woofer 6"310-3.9kMidrange 6"3.9k-22kTweeter 1"20501002005001k2k5k10k20k40kHz, log scale

Impedance and Sensitivity

Triangle Borea BR09's nominal impedance level is 8 ohms but can go down to as low as 3.3 ohms, and has a sensitivity of 92.5 dB.

Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Triangle Borea BR09
Min
Average
Median

8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Triangle Borea BR09 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.

Sensitivity

93dB of the Triangle Borea BR09 is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes Borea BR09 an easy to drive from Sensitivity perspective. If you are planning to power your speaker with a Tube amp which are generally very low power, the Triangle Borea BR09 will be a good choice. Work out how loud the Triangle Borea BR09 plays in your room →

Minimum Impedance of the Triangle Borea BR09

Even though the nominal impedance of the Borea BR09 is 8 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Triangle is 3.3 ohms Triangle Borea BR09 so while choosing an amplifier, you should ideally check if the unit you are considering can provide this impedance level.

What amplifier does the Triangle Borea BR09 need?

At normal listening levels in a medium room, about 3.8–60 W per channel into 8 ohms. Set your own conditions and we will rank every amplifier we cover.

We check power, impedance safety and current delivery - not just watts.

Prefer to browse? Integrated amplifiers under $2,000, or every amplifier we cover.

Input Type

Borea BR09 features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.

Work out what gauge speaker cable this run needs →

Triangle Borea BR09 Back View
Triangle Borea BR09 Back View

Triangle Borea BR09 External Dimensions and Weight

Triangle Borea BR09 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 43.1 x 8.1 x 12.3inch (1095.0 x 206.0 x 314.0mm ).

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 BR09 is approximately 646.8cm2 / 100.3inch2.

To get a better perspective on the real life size of Triangle Borea BR09, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).

Triangle Borea BR09 Real Life Body Size Comparison
Triangle Borea BR09 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc

Here we place the Triangle Borea BR09 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a media center to get a better idea about the size.

Triangle Borea BR09 placed next to a Media Stand
Triangle Borea BR09 Floor-standing Speaker next to a Media Stand

Find speakers that fit your shelf or alcove →  ·  Work out where they should sit in the room →

Weight

The Triangle Borea BR09 weighs 21.80kg / 48lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Borea BR09's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Triangle Borea BR09
Min
Average
Median
Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $2000
Triangle Borea BR09
Min
Average
Max

Cabinet type and Materials

Triangle Borea BR09 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.

Speaker Feet

Triangle Borea BR09 comes with the parts below which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on:

  • 2 x pedestals
  • 8 x screws
  • 8 x adhesive rubber plots
  • 8 x decoupling spikes

It is always recommended to use some kind of feet under all types of speakers. Besides limiting the movement of the speakers, it also compensates for non-flat surfaces and limits the contact surface area of the speaker. Rubber based feet also help isolating the vibrations within certain frequency ranges.

Port Position

Triangle Borea BR09 is a front-firing port speaker, which gives you more flexibility compared to rear firing speakers when you need to place it close against a wall or other surfaces.

Available colors

Triangle Borea BR09 is available in Light Oak, Walnut, Black and White.

Does the Triangle Borea BR09 come with a Grille?

Borea BR09 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 BR09 is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.

Triangle Borea BR09  with Grille
Triangle Borea BR09 with Grille

What's in the Box of Triangle Borea BR09?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Borea BR09:
  • 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

Recommended Accessories

Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Triangle Borea BR09.

  • 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 are our favorite isolators but you may find 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.

User's Manual

For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Triangle Borea BR09, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Triangle Borea BR09

Official Brochure

Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Triangle Borea BR09 speaker:
Official Brochure for Triangle Borea BR09

Official Product Page

Official manufacturer's product page for the Triangle Borea BR09 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Triangle Borea BR09

Warranty

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

Triangle Borea BR09 Alternatives in Passive Floor-standing Speakers
Model Type Sensitivity Impedance Frequency
Triangle Borea BR08
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3-way 92 dB 8 ohms 40 - 22k Hz
Focal Chora 826
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3-way 91 dB 8 ohms 48-28k Hz
DALI Oberon 7
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2-way 88.5 dB 6 ohms 36-26k Hz
Klipsch RP-8000F
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2-way 98 dB 8 ohms 32-25k Hz
Triangle Borea BR07
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3-way 91 dB 8 ohms 44 - 22k Hz
Triangle Borea BR03
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2-way 90 dB 8 ohms 46 - 22k Hz
B&W 603
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3-way 88.5 dB 8 ohms 48-28k Hz
Triangle Borea BR02
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2-way 89 dB 8 ohms 51 - 22k Hz
Frequently Asked Questions about Triangle Borea BR09

What amplifier do you need for the Triangle Borea BR09?

Triangle rates the Triangle Borea BR09 for up to 170 watts of amplifier power. It is an 8-ohm speaker, the usual nominal load, so almost any amplifier or receiver can drive it.

Is the Triangle Borea BR09 easy to drive?

The Triangle Borea BR09 has a sensitivity of 92.5 dB. That is high: it goes loud on modest power, so it suits low-powered amplifiers, including valve/tube designs.

Does the Triangle Borea BR09 need a subwoofer?

The Triangle Borea BR09 reaches down to 35Hz (full range 35 - 22k Hz). That is genuinely deep bass - a subwoofer is optional unless you want home-theatre effects below that.

What drivers does the Triangle Borea BR09 use?

The Triangle Borea BR09 is a 3-way design using a 1" dome tweeter, a 6" midrange and 3 x 6" fiberglass woofers.

Is the Triangle Borea BR09 sealed or ported?

The Triangle Borea BR09 uses a Ported enclosure. A ported design uses a tuned vent to get more low-end output from the same driver, but it wants some breathing room behind it.

Can the Triangle Borea BR09 be bi-wired or bi-amped?

No. The Triangle Borea BR09 has a single pair of terminals, so bi-wiring and bi-amping are not possible. It uses Binding post terminals.

Can the Triangle Borea BR09 be wall mounted?

The Triangle Borea BR09 does not include a wall-mount bracket or keyhole, so it is designed to sit on a stand, shelf or the floor.

Does the Triangle Borea BR09 come with grilles?

Yes. The Triangle Borea BR09 comes with removable grilles.

How big and heavy is the Triangle Borea BR09?

The Triangle Borea BR09 weighs 21.80kg / 48lbs each and measures 43.1 x 8.1 x 12.3inch (HxWxD).

How much does the Triangle Borea BR09 cost?

The Triangle Borea BR09 has a manufacturer's list price (MSRP) of $1,850 per pair.


Triangle Borea BR09 Detailed Specifications

General
BrandTriangle
Full Model NameTriangle Borea BR09
Speaker Type3-way Floor-standing
Power Rangeup to 170 watts
Sensitivity92.5 dB
Impedance8 ohms
Frequency Response35 - 22k Hz
Release DateSeptember 2019
DRIVERS
Woofer Size6-inch
Woofer Compositionfiberglass
Tweeter Size1-inch
Tweeter Typedome
Midrange Size6-inch
Crossover freq310Hz and 3900Hz
Port Positionfront

CONNECTIONS
Connector TypeBinding post
Biamp InputsNo
Port Positionfront
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height1095.0mm ( 43.1-inch)
Width206.0mm ( 8.1-inch)
Depth314.0mm ( 12.3-inch)
Height1095.0mm ( 43.1-inch)
Weight21.8 kg (48 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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