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Triangle Solstice 8 Review
Triangle Solstice 8 - Front View

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Main Features

  • 1" Horn-Loaded Tweeter
  • 6.5" Midrange
  • 2 x 6.5" Paper, concave with no dust cap Woofer
  • 38-22k Hz Frequency Response
  • 91 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range: 60-200 watts
  • Weight: 67.02 lbs / 30.40 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 42-5/16"x12-1/8"x15-1/2" / 1075.0 x 308.0 x 394.0mm
MSRP: $2,799 (list price)
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Triangle Solstice 8 Review
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Made by Triangle · France · since 1980 · sold through dealers

Triangle Solstice 8 is a 3-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by Triangle. It was released in June 2026. It features a 1" Horn-Loaded Tweeter, 1 x 6.5" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Paper, concave with no dust cap Woofer.

The three-way of the range and the successor to the Antal Ez. Four drivers: a 25 mm magnesium-alloy barrel horn tweeter, one 16 cm natural cellulose pulp midrange and two 16 cm paper woofers with concave cones and no dust cap. Triangle publishes the filter orders as well as the points - 2nd-order low-pass, 2nd-order band-pass and 3rd-order high-pass at 250 Hz and 3.7 kHz. The 30.4 kg weight is quoted with the base fitted.

The speaker has a frequency range of 38-22k Hz and a sensitivity of 91 dB. Triangle Solstice 8 has an MSRP of 2799$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the Triangle Solstice 8 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 RoomAverage
Large RoomGood
Very Large RoomAverage

(* 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 replaced the older Antal Ez with this model. Follow the link to read our detailed comparison of these models:
Compare Triangle Solstice 8 vs Triangle Esprit Antal Ez

Triangle's Solstice Series of Loudspeakers

Solstice 8 is a member of Triangle's Solstice series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

Triangle Solstice Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Triangle Solstice 3
Compare
48-22k Hz 90 dB8Ω 1 x 6.5"
Triangle Solstice C3
Compare
50-22k Hz 92 dB8Ω 2 x 6.5"
Triangle Solstice 8
38-22k Hz 91 dB8Ω 2 x 6.5"

Frequency Response of the Triangle Solstice 8 Speaker

Triangle Solstice 8 has a Frequency response range of 38-22k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 60-200 watts. With a minimum frequency of 38 Hz, Solstice 8 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 Solstice 8's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Triangle Solstice 8
Min
Average
Median
Thinking about a subwoofer for the Triangle Solstice 8?
  • Work out the crossover setting - it follows from this speaker's 38 Hz low end
  • Powered subwoofers under $3,000 - 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 3000$ (Pair), these are the 5 Passive Floor-standing speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the Triangle Solstice 8's 38Hz:

  • KLH Kendall with Low Frequency of 25 Hz (Compare w/ Solstice 8)
  • GoldenEar Triton Five with Low Frequency of 26 Hz (Compare w/ Solstice 8)
  • KLH Concord with Low Frequency of 28 Hz (Compare w/ Solstice 8)
  • SVS Ultra Tower with Low Frequency of 28 Hz (Compare w/ Solstice 8)
  • GoldenEar Triton Seven with Low Frequency of 29 Hz (Compare w/ Solstice 8)

Crossover frequency of the Triangle Solstice 8?

Solstice 8 is a 3-way speaker and its crossover frequency between the woofer and the midrange is set to 250 Hz and the crossover frequency between the midrange and the tweeter is set to 3700 Hz.

Triangle Solstice 8 driver frequency bands38-250Woofer 6.5"250-3.7kMidrange 6.5"3.7k-22kTweeter 1"20501002005001k2k5k10k20k40kHz, log scale

Impedance and Sensitivity

Triangle Solstice 8's nominal impedance level is 8 ohms but can go down to as low as 3.6 ohms, and has a sensitivity of 91 dB.

Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Triangle Solstice 8
Min
Average
Median

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

Sensitivity

91dB of the Triangle Solstice 8 is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes Solstice 8 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 Solstice 8 will be a good choice. Work out how loud the Triangle Solstice 8 plays in your room →

Minimum Impedance of the Triangle Solstice 8

Even though the nominal impedance of the Solstice 8 is 8 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Triangle is 3.6 ohms Triangle Solstice 8 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 Solstice 8 need?

At normal listening levels in a medium room, about 6.0–95 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 $3,000, or every amplifier we cover.

Input Type

Solstice 8 features type connectors.

Triangle Solstice 8 External Dimensions and Weight

Triangle Solstice 8 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 42-5/16 x 12-1/8 x 15-1/2inch (1075.0 x 308.0 x 394.0mm ).

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 Solstice 8 is approximately 1213.5cm2 / 188.1inch2.

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

Weight

The Triangle Solstice 8 weighs 30.40kg / 66.9lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Solstice 8's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Triangle Solstice 8
Min
Average
Median
Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $3000
Triangle Solstice 8
Min
Average
Max

Cabinet type and Materials

Triangle Solstice 8 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 Solstice 8 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 Solstice 8 is available in Teak, Birch, Black Ash and White.

Does the Triangle Solstice 8 come with a Grille?

Solstice 8 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 Solstice 8.

  • 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 Solstice 8 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Triangle Solstice 8

Warranty

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

Triangle Solstice 8 Alternatives in Passive Floor-standing Speakers
Model Type Sensitivity Impedance Frequency
Triangle Solstice 3
Compare
2-way 90 dB 8 ohms 48-22k Hz
Triangle Solstice C3
Compare
2-way 92 dB 8 ohms 50-22k Hz
Triangle Esprit Antal Ez
Compare
3-way 92 dB 8 ohms 40-22k Hz
SVS Ultra Tower
Compare
3-way 88 dB 8 ohms 28-32k Hz
KLH Concord
Compare
2-way 94 dB 8 ohms 28-23k Hz
GoldenEar Triton Five
Compare
2-way 90 dB 8 ohms 26-35k Hz
KLH Kendall
Compare
3-way 96 dB 8 ohms 25-23k Hz
GoldenEar Triton Seven
Compare
2-way 89 dB 8 ohms 29-35k Hz
Frequently Asked Questions about Triangle Solstice 8

What amplifier do you need for the Triangle Solstice 8?

Triangle rates the Triangle Solstice 8 for 60-200 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 Solstice 8 easy to drive?

The Triangle Solstice 8 has a sensitivity of 91 dB. That is high: it goes loud on modest power, so it suits low-powered amplifiers, including valve/tube designs.

Does the Triangle Solstice 8 need a subwoofer?

The Triangle Solstice 8 reaches down to 38Hz (full range 38-22k Hz). That is deep enough that many listeners will not feel the need for a subwoofer with music.

What drivers does the Triangle Solstice 8 use?

The Triangle Solstice 8 is a 3-way design using a 1" Horn-Loaded tweeter, a 6.5" midrange and 2 x 6.5" Paper, concave with no dust cap woofers.

Is the Triangle Solstice 8 sealed or ported?

The Triangle Solstice 8 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.

Does the Triangle Solstice 8 come with grilles?

Yes. The Triangle Solstice 8 comes with removable grilles.

How big and heavy is the Triangle Solstice 8?

The Triangle Solstice 8 weighs 30.40kg / 66.9lbs each and measures 42-5/16 x 12-1/8 x 15-1/2inch (HxWxD).

How much does the Triangle Solstice 8 cost?

The Triangle Solstice 8 has a manufacturer's list price (MSRP) of $2,799 per pair.


Triangle Solstice 8 Detailed Specifications

General
BrandTriangle
Full Model NameTriangle Solstice 8
Speaker Type3-way Floor-standing
Power Range60-200 watts
Sensitivity91 dB
Impedance8 ohms
Frequency Response38-22k Hz
Release DateJune 2026
DRIVERS
Woofer Size6.5-inch
Woofer CompositionPaper, concave with no dust cap
Tweeter Size1-inch
Tweeter TypeHorn-Loaded
Midrange Size6.5-inch
Crossover freq250Hz and 3700Hz
Port Positionfront

CONNECTIONS
Port Positionfront
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height1075.0mm ( 42-5/16-inch)
Width308.0mm ( 12-1/8-inch)
Depth394.0mm ( 15-1/2-inch)
Height1075.0mm ( 42-5/16-inch)
Weight30.4 kg (67 lbs)
EnclosureBass Reflex
Available ColorsTeak, Birch, Black Ash, White
GrilleYes
Moisture ResistanceNo
OTHER
Handheld RemoteNo
Parts Warranty5 Years
Labor Warranty5 Years
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