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Triangle BRA1 Review
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Main Features

  • 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 6.5" Natural cellulose pulp Woofer
  • 90-22k Hz Frequency Response
  • 89 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range: up to 80 watts
  • Weight: 7.94 lbs / 3.60 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 7-1/16"x8-1/8"x11-13/16" / 180.0 x 206.0 x 300.0mm
MSRP: $475 (list price)
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Triangle Borea BRA1 Review
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Made by Triangle · France · since 1980 · sold through dealers

Triangle Borea BRA1 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Surround speaker by Triangle. It was released in 2021. It features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Natural cellulose pulp Woofer.

The Borea Atmos effects speaker: a 160 mm cellulose pulp midwoofer and a 25 mm silk dome in a wedge that sits on top of a Borea tower and fires at the ceiling.

The speaker has a frequency range of 90-22k Hz and a sensitivity of 89 dB. Triangle Borea BRA1 has an MSRP of 475$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the Triangle Borea BRA1 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-fieldGood
Small RoomGood
Mid-size RoomAverage
Large RoomPoor
Very Large RoomNo way

(* 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

BRA1 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
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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
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 BRA1 Speaker

Triangle Borea BRA1 has a Frequency response range of 90-22k Hz and Power Range of up to 80 watts. With a minimum frequency of 90 Hz, it is hard to expect a strong bass response from BRA1 so depending on your use case, using a subwoofer will significantly help to widen the response range.

Here we have a comparison of how BRA1's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Surround Speakers
Triangle Borea BRA1
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Average
Median
Thinking about a subwoofer for the Triangle Borea BRA1?
  • Work out the crossover setting - it follows from this speaker's 90 Hz low end
  • Powered subwoofers under $500 - a similar price range to these speakers
  • Every powered subwoofer we cover, whatever the budget

Impedance and Sensitivity

Triangle Borea BRA1's nominal impedance level is 8 ohms but can go down to as low as 4.5 ohms, and has a sensitivity of 89 dB.

Sensitivity
Surround Speakers
Triangle Borea BRA1
Min
Average
Median

8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Triangle Borea BRA1 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.

Sensitivity

89dB of the Triangle Borea BRA1 is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise. Work out how loud the Triangle Borea BRA1 plays in your room →

Minimum Impedance of the Triangle Borea BRA1

Even though the nominal impedance of the BRA1 is 8 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Triangle is 4.5 ohms Triangle Borea BRA1 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 BRA1 need?

At normal listening levels in a medium room, about 9.5–80 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 $500, or every amplifier we cover.

Input Type

BRA1 features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.

Work out what gauge speaker cable this run needs →

Triangle Borea BRA1 External Dimensions and Weight

Triangle Borea BRA1 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 7-1/16 x 8-1/8 x 11-13/16inch (180.0 x 206.0 x 300.0mm ).

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 BRA1 is approximately 618.0cm2 / 95.8inch2.

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Weight

The Triangle Borea BRA1 weighs 3.60kg / 7.9lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how BRA1's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Surround Speakers
Triangle Borea BRA1
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Median
Weight
Surround Speakers under $500
Triangle Borea BRA1
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Cabinet type and Materials

Triangle Borea BRA1 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 BRA1 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.

Does the Triangle Borea BRA1 come with a Grille?

BRA1 comes with 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.

Recommended Accessories

Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Triangle Borea BRA1.

  • 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.

Official Product Page

Official manufacturer's product page for the Triangle Borea BRA1 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Triangle Borea BRA1

Warranty

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

Triangle Borea BRA1 Alternatives in Passive Surround Speakers
Model Type Sensitivity Impedance Frequency
Triangle Borea BR07
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3-way 91 dB 8 ohms 44 - 22k Hz
Triangle Borea BR09
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3-way 92.5 dB 8 ohms 35 - 22k Hz
Triangle Borea BR03
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2-way 90 dB 8 ohms 46 - 22k Hz
Triangle Borea BRC2
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2-way 95 dB 8 ohms 50-22k Hz
Triangle Borea BR08
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3-way 92 dB 8 ohms 40 - 22k Hz
Triangle Borea BRS1
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2-way 89 dB 8 ohms 55-22k Hz
Triangle Borea BRC1
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2-way 90 dB 8 ohms 57-22k Hz
Triangle Borea BR02
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2-way 89 dB 8 ohms 51 - 22k Hz
Frequently Asked Questions about Triangle Borea BRA1

What amplifier do you need for the Triangle Borea BRA1?

Triangle rates the Triangle Borea BRA1 for up to 80 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 BRA1 easy to drive?

The Triangle Borea BRA1 has a sensitivity of 89 dB. That is about average for a home speaker, so it is neither hard nor especially easy to drive.

Does the Triangle Borea BRA1 need a subwoofer?

The Triangle Borea BRA1 reaches down to 90Hz (full range 90-22k Hz). That leaves the lowest octaves out, so a subwoofer will make a clear difference for films and bass-heavy music.

What drivers does the Triangle Borea BRA1 use?

The Triangle Borea BRA1 is a 2-way design using a 1" Soft-Dome tweeter and a 6.5" Natural cellulose pulp woofer.

Is the Triangle Borea BRA1 sealed or ported?

The Triangle Borea BRA1 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 BRA1 be bi-wired or bi-amped?

No. The Triangle Borea BRA1 has a single pair of terminals, so bi-wiring and bi-amping are not possible. It uses Binding post terminals.

Does the Triangle Borea BRA1 come with grilles?

Yes. The Triangle Borea BRA1 comes with removable grilles.

Does the Triangle Borea BRA1 support Dolby Atmos?

Yes. The Triangle Borea BRA1 has built-in up-firing Dolby Atmos drivers, which bounce height effects off the ceiling without separate speakers.

How big and heavy is the Triangle Borea BRA1?

The Triangle Borea BRA1 weighs 3.60kg / 7.9lbs each and measures 7-1/16 x 8-1/8 x 11-13/16inch (HxWxD).

How much does the Triangle Borea BRA1 cost?

The Triangle Borea BRA1 has a manufacturer's list price (MSRP) of $475 per pair.


Triangle Borea BRA1 Detailed Specifications

General
BrandTriangle
Full Model NameTriangle Borea BRA1
Speaker Type2-way Surround
Power Rangeup to 80 watts
Sensitivity89 dB
Impedance8 ohms
Frequency Response90-22k Hz
Release Date2021
DRIVERS
Woofer Size6.5-inch
Woofer CompositionNatural cellulose pulp
Tweeter Size1-inch
Tweeter TypeSoft-Dome
Port Positionfront

CONNECTIONS
Connector TypeBinding post
Biamp InputsNo
Port Positionfront
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height180.0mm ( 7-1/16-inch)
Width206.0mm ( 8-1/8-inch)
Depth300.0mm ( 11-13/16-inch)
Height180.0mm ( 7-1/16-inch)
Weight3.6 kg (7.9 lbs)
EnclosureBass Reflex
GrilleYes
Moisture ResistanceNo
OTHER
Handheld RemoteNo
Parts Warranty5 Years
Labor Warranty5 Years
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