Taking its inspiration from an era when loudspeakers dominated living spaces, the new Borea BR05 from French brand Triangle is designed to deliver a lively and open sound that has the scale and impact of a floorstanding speaker, with the nuance and accessibility of a more compact design.

At the heart of the Borea BR05 is a new 21cm midwoofer that was developed specifically for this new speaker. Triangle’s engineers didn’t just focus on low-frequency power, it also concentrated on the midrange, the key to musicality. The driver’s cone is made from 100% natural cellulose pulp, a material that Triangle is known for.

The untreated paper texture of the cone is designed to give voices and instruments a sense of texture and presence, while the cone profile and dust cap have been tuned to balance scale with finesse. The re-engineered dust cap and suspension keep excursion under control, which means a deeper and tighter bass.

The driver’s motor features a 120mm ferrite magnet and 40mm voice coil, while a rigid, open basket encourages airflow and heat dissipation so the BR05 stays composed during dynamic passages.

The Borea signature 25mm silk dome EFS tweeter, complete with phase plug, is tuned to deliver a uniform high-frequency dispersion and a tighter soundstage. According to Triangle, the tweeter has a slightly warm character that reveals recording detail without listening fatigue, making the BR05 a suitable pairing with a wide range of sources.

The BR05’s cabinet is designed to let the large driver perform. High-density MDF panels up to 21mm thick provide rigidity, while Triangle’s Driver Vibration Absorption System uses a high-density EVA foam gasket to connect the rear of the motor to an internal brace. This dissipates mechanical energy before it reaches the cabinet. Two additional internal braces reduce unwanted resonance for a “more natural, dynamic and faithful sound.”

A double bass-reflex port at the front of the speaker spreads the airflow over a larger area, which reduces turbulence and port noise at high volume levels, which means a clearer and more stable bass. With both ports firing forwards, the BR05 isn’t so fussy when it comes to close placement to a rear wall, making it easier to position in a real room.

The BR05’s second-order crossover operates at 1.7kHz with a 12 dB/octave slope. It uses large-gauge air-core inductors, polyester film capacitors and cement resistors and the components are wired with high-purity oxygen-free copper. Bi-wire and bi-amp-compatible binding for a more flexibility configuration.

The BR05 has wood-toned cabinets paired with solid-color front panels and matching driver rubbers that give the speakers a warm and contemporary two-tone look. Light Oak and Black Ash finishes are joined by three other finishes: Chestnut, Green and Frosted White. Removable magnetic grilles let owners choose whether to cover or not.

The supplied base for the speakers tilts the speaker back by 8 degrees towards the listener, which improves the clarity of the soundstage while keeping the visual footprint small. Alternatively, optional S03 stands are available in Black or White finishes, which raise the BR05 to listening height while maintaining the 8-degree tilt.

Pricing and Availability:

The Triangle Borea BR05 are available to order from authorized Triangle retailers, with a suggested retail price per pair of $999 / £729 / €749, with the S03 stands at an SRP of $299 / £225 / €249/ per pair.

  • Design: 2-way with Bass Reflex
  • Bass-Reflex Port: Double front-firing
  • Midwoofer: 21cm with 100% natural cellulose pulp cone
  • Tweeter: 25mm silk dome EFS with phase plug
  • Frequency Response: 42Hz – 22kHz (±3 dB)
  • Sensitivity: 90dB
  • Rating: 120W RMS
  • Impedance: 4.7/8Ω
  • DVAS architecture: EVA foam gasket and internal bracing
  • Setup: 8-degree tilt base or optional S03 stands in Black or White
  • Room size: 15 – 45m² / 160 – 485 sq ft
  • Bi-Wire / Bi-Amp: Yes
  • Finishes: Light Oak, Black Ash, Chestnut, Green, Frosted White
  • Grilles: Magnetic
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 300 x 490 x 345mm
  • Weight: 14.6kg per speaker