Triangle BR09 Hi-Fi Floor Standing Speakers Operational Manual
- October 27, 2023
- TRIANGLE
Table of Contents
Triangle BR09 Hi-Fi Floor Standing Speakers
Specifications
- TYPE: Bookshelf Speakers
- WAYS: 2
- SENSITIVITY: 89
- BANDWIDTH (+/- 3DB HZ-KHZ): 51 – 22
- POWER HANDLING (W RMS): 80
- MINIMAL / OPTIMAL IMPEDANCE (OHMS): 6 / 8
- DIMENSIONS (L X H X P) (MM/INCH): 176 x 310 x 274 / 6.92 x 12.2 x 10.78
- NET WEIGHT: 87 kg / 10.7 lbs.
- GROSS WEIGHT: 79 kg / 25.99 lbs.
Introduction
The Borea BR09, the line’s top model, is a floor stander created in the best hi-fi tradition. It incorporates Triangle expertise and technology in its 1.1 meter height. With a three-way configuration, it maintains a wide soundstage while providing accurate vocal reproduction and depth at low frequencies.
The physical structure of the BR09 is comparable to that of the most advanced systems. The speaker’s three 16cm bass drivers are housed in a sizable bass- reflex shell, allowing it to produce sound at a frequency of 35Hz. This speaker is ideal for larger rooms due to its delivery of lower frequencies and its high-power handling (more than 30m2).
UNPACKING
Open the box, and take out the speakers and accessories. If you notice any defects in one of the elements as you unpack, please get in touch with your reseller.
Before disposing of the packaging, make sure there is nothing left inside. Each box contains:
Box content (BRC1)
- 1 x Borea central speaker
- 1 x protection grid
- 4 x adhesive rubber plots
- 1 x user manual
Content pack (BR02, BR03)
- 2 x Borea speakers
- 2 x protections grids
- 8 x adhesive rubber plots
- 1 x user manual
Content pack (from BR07)
- 2 x Borea speakers
- 2 x protections grids
- 2 x pedestals
- 8 x screws
- 8 x adhesive rubber plots Î 8 x decoupling spikes
- 1 x user manual
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
Location to avoid Install your speakers in a temperate place and avoid humid locations or direct sunlight.
Recycling Protection of the environment: Your products contain valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled. Take them to the appropriate collection points.
Pedestal and spikes assembly
- Place your loudspeaker on the upper face (be sure to place it on a non-abrasive surface).
- Screw the pedestal using the supplied key.
- Choose spikes according 3 to your ground.
Spike assembly without pedestal
- Place your loudspeaker on the upper face (be sure to place it on a non-abrasive surface).
- Choose spikes according to your ground.
CONNECTIONS
For optimal sound reproduction, we suggest that you choose a loudspeaker cable of high quality to connect your amplifier to your TRIANGLE loudspeakers. You should use cables of the same length for the left and right channels and take special care to respect the + and – polarity for each channel. Don’t forget to strip the cables if it’s necessary.
POSITIONING FOR STEREO
When positioning your loudspeakers, apply the following rules:
- Avoid rooms with too much reverberation, such as tiled rooms without carpets or curtains.
- Your listening position should no be too close to the loudspeakers, leave a minimum of 2 m
- The distance between the speakers should be a minimum of 2 m for a good stereo effect.
- If possible, place the speakers so that sound is «diffused» lengthwise within the room.
- Avoid placing the speaker in corners; they should be at least at 40 cm away from the back wall and at least 50 cm from the sidewalls. Generally, a position close to the rear wall increases the response in the low frequencies (and reduces the imaging) and contrariwise, a position far from the back wall reproduces a wide and deep sound image. Carry out several test positions to find the best room set-up.
POSITIONING FOR HOME CINEMA
A typical home cinema installation includes:
- Two main speakers, left and right
- A center speaker
- One or several subwoofers
- Surround speakers (5.1 signal : 2 rear speakers, 6.1 signal : 3 rear speakers, 7.1 signal : 4 rear speakers).
To place the main speakers in the best position, follow the same rules as for a stereo installation (see previous page on stereo positioning).
- The center speaker should be placed along the line formed by the two main speakers.
- For home cinema setups a subwoofer is highly recommended in order to reproduce the special bass effects channel featured on supports such as DVD audio or video. The positioning of the subwoofer is not critical if you select a crossover frequency below 80 Hz. Above this frequency, it is better to move the subwoofer closer to the main speakers. The best position being in between the two main speakers. Ensure that it is not placed in the corner of the room to avoid creating unpleasant resonances.
- We recommend that you place the rear speakers at between 1.5 and 2 m of height. Their role is to reproduce surround sound. Ensure that you take into account the weight of the speaker when fixing it onto the wall.
You will find further instructions for configuring your installation in your A/V amplifier owner’s manual.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Are Triangle Speakers good?****
These Triangles are amazing and unquestionably competitive with the best at this pricing. They enjoy performing music of various genres and do so with an alluring charm.
Where are Triangle Speakers made?****
A group of devoted specialists has been creating high-fidelity speakers made in France for 40 years under the name Triangle.
Do floor-standing speakers sound better?****
These often produce the biggest, fullest-range sound and sound the best. Have better dynamics than any other speaker type, on average.
Do I need a subwoofer with floor-standing speakers?****
Most tower speakers do not require a subwoofer because they produce adequate bass on their own. However, a subwoofer would be a wise addition to your system if you want to hear deep, room-shaking bass.
Do floor speakers sound better than bookshelf speakers?****
Floor-standing speakers typically produce the best sound, but most people don’t have the space for them. You can conserve a lot of space with a set of excellent passive bookshelf speakers.
How long do floor standing speakers last?****
High-quality speakers typically survive up to 40–50 years before displaying any indications of degradation, depending on the materials they are composed of and the climatic conditions where the equipment is utilized.
Why do expensive speakers sound better?****
A more expensive speaker is likely to use a complex internal bracing structure that was developed through extensive experimentation and laser interferometry vibration measurements. They also have stiffer enclosures with more internal bracing.
Is a subwoofer better on carpet or hard floor?****
Depending on where other speakers are positioned in the room, a carpet may serve to better balance the sounds there.
Are floor speakers worth it?****
Floorstanding speakers typically produce the highest audio quality. They can get louder and more powerful than conventional speakers thanks to their enormous size and enhanced drivers, and they can produce richer, more potent sound.
Should floor speakers be raised?****
Raising them probably won’t make much of a difference, but lateral movement might. The speakers are sitting in a null if doing so improves the bass at the listening location. Moving the speakers is the only way to make this right.
How many watts do I need for floor speakers?****
A lot depends on how well you listen and how well you speak. If your speakers are 90 dB efficient and you enjoy listening to loud, uncompressed music, 200 Watts should be more than plenty for you. 50 Watts is plenty if all you listen to is jazz and light classical music and you don’t expect them to rock the house.
Should I tilt my floor speakers?****
Most likely, the tweeter is already above seated ear level. You will be further off-axis and the frequency response you hear will vary if you place them on a 5″ stand and tilt them up. It’s comparable to decreasing the toe-in distance. I wouldn’t advise it.
How far apart should floor standing speakers be?****
For bookshelf speakers, aim for a distance of 4 feet, while for floor-standing speakers, aim for 8 feet. Too close speakers will cause sounds to muddle and merge together.