After the Hype! Long Term Impressions of the Triangle Borea BRO3.

[@daledrolet1332]

I bought these and the IOTA Stack after your glowing recommendations and after a few months I'm very happy with this set up. Thanks Sean for all the reviews you do. In a world where it's very difficult to listen before you buy, reviewers like you make all these decisions a little easier. Cheers!

[@bunc7406]

Your Bro3 review 8 months ago made me purchase a pair. I love these speakers, your description of their characteristics are spot on. I sub to many audio reviewers and watch a ton of reviews.. but you're the guy I go to, to help me make the final decision. Thanks Sean, for bringing us Zero Fidelity.

[@ovetomash148]

Triangle is always good😇

[@chuckgillespie1]

Agree

[@chuckgillespie1]

I bought these based on your review - I coupled them with 2 SVS SB1000 pros and couldn’t be happier - Your description and review was spot on! Thank you sir

[@kenj5366]

Lived with Klipsch R51 for 6 months and finally threw in the towel. Upon your recommendation I tried these out and what a world of difference!! Paired with a Yamaha AS501 integrated amp and a Velodyne sub, I couldn’t be happier. Thanks for your long term eval and your analysis…it really helped. I thought I was suffering from hearing loss with the Klipsch.

[@UnconsciousCompetence]

I have been living with the bro3's since early April now. I'm still blown away by them on a daily basis. The things that really continue to fascinate me are how well they sound off axis. Even in another room behind the speakers through a doorway, they still sound really awesome. Also the aesthetics on these speakers are really great. They are a true work of art. When I purchased these I was very close to going with the RP600Ms, however I am so thrilled with these that I know this was a much better choice. I fall into that category of being a Hi-Fi noob, but with the speakers in my life I have pretty much stopped watching Hi-Fi videos on KZbin. I'm sure I could spend more, and get more, but why? These speakers do a awesome job of scratching that itch. Thank you señor ZF for bringing these into my life!

[@ricstars95]

which budget amps ($500 to 700) that pairs well with br03?

[@UnconsciousCompetence]

@@ricstars95 I ran my system with the Cambridge AXR 100 for about 8 months, and it was pretty good. At the time I purchased it, that amplifier as a factory second for $350. That amplifier ultimately did not have the sparkle, and magic that I was looking for. I ended up getting the Yamaha A-S 1200, and have had that in my system for several years now. The speakers still perform very very well with better amplification, and I have no regrets. I would say that it is worth spending more on amplification, and continuing to run these mid tier speakers. They perform very well. Personally, I am still happy with them, and have no plans to upgrade.

[@ricstars95]

@@UnconsciousCompetence sensible level up amp 🙂👍 it will also synergize well with lots of loudspeakers i haven't demoed bro3 it will be on my shortlist. for modest amp consideration, iota sa3 and rega brio seem to be good pairing synergy as well, again based on user feedbacks (interweb) enjoy the aural bliss 👍🙂

[@kurthertel4299]

After about 3 mos., I agree wholeheartedly. For my use-case, the best thing about them is how good they sound at lower volume, especially the low end. Cheers.

[@cedrebleu7181]

I wanna thank you for the passion you share with us and your commitment, especialy in the comment section, all your advices!! Your channel is very unique and special to me. I needed a pair of engaging, easy listening speakers for my new home and now waiting for a pair of BRO7 because of you :p Cheers

[@tedmanasa907]

Always good to hear your long term reviews.

[@normanswift5048]

Really insightful long term review Sean - many thanks. I bought these speakers back in March when the lockdown started in the UK and have also upgraded my system in parallel. I listen in a smallish room with the speakers and me placed in a (socially distancing compliant!) toed-in 2 metre triangle with just under a metre clearance from walls. My music tastes vary from jazz to rock to occasional classical and these speakers just sound great across all genres striking the right balance for me- they seem to do everything really well without going over the top. I had much more expensive KEF floorstanders in a bigger room which were very good but the experience with the Triangles is much more engaging to my ears (but that could just be the room dynamics of course). Every upgrade to the source kit has been accommodated by the BR03s rewarding with more detail and better imaging. Couldn't be happier with my choice.

[@ZeroFidelity]

Not my smoothest one-take video, but it'll have to do.

[@roquesoprano913]

always good !⭐️👍

[@robinr5787]

It was good, but you really should have used the term "panache" when describing these. It would have sounded awesome coming from you 🙂

[@wa2368]

You listen to Chris Stapleton?!?! Bwaahaha, a hispanic/turkish lookin guy listening to Stapleton and his "profound" song writing?? (Now, i've seen it all). On a serious note, be a lil careful if you go to one of his concerts. Those bigoted hillbillies at the concert might pick a fight with ya for no reason.

[@123oner]

Don't be so hard on yourself man, the information is spot on, that's what most people care about i think.

[@amb3cog]

W A That actually happened to me, and my friend at that Martin County Fairgrounds in Florida. It was a Charlie Daniels Band concert at the state fair, and we had just got down there from up north (I grew up in Newport RI). They thought we were just a couple of shmucks from up north, and were an easy target. Combined with some beer muscles too of course. So me, and my friend were getting ready to throw down (while we were waiting to use a Porta John no less. They actually followed us over there!) when his friends/cousins just showed up out of nowhere, one of whom is HUGE! See he splits his time between the two states, and has a lot of family down there. Never seen two hillbillies run off so quick in my life. 😁 They actually saved us again in Fort Pierce one night, because I was to drunk, young, and stupid enough to back down in an argument over a pool game in a bar. But that's another story. Either way, you're right. They will pick on you for no good reason like that. Not exactly the most civilized people I guess, but they're fun to party with once you get to know them. If you're white anyway. 🙄 🤣🤣🤣

[@nelsono4315]

I have the BRO3 and I pair them with my Carver M500t power amp, 250wpc. Back in the day I used Cerwin Vega cabinets with 15 inch woofers with the Carver and I just cannot play music that loud where I live. That was a deadly combo. The BRO3 are more than enough for me these days. I still play a lot of vinyl and I love these speakers. Thanks for the review!

[@hi-fihaven2257]

I still really like the aesthetics of this speaker. Like the dual front ports, and cabinet size. I love the price tag too! Have a great day!

[@sjb931x]

OMG- Triangle Bro3s and Audiolab 6000A Play. I've started down the improve my sound rabbit hole and might have found an endpoint. My old system was comprised of an H-K 3390 receiver and HSU bookshelf speakers and sub. I've always found the sound somewhat veiled; complex music, (i.e. Mahler symphonies,) tended to get muddy. My first upgrade was the Audiolab amp. What a difference that made! The sound was cleaner and the ability to stream wirelessly opened up a whole new world of music. Yesterday, my Bro 3s arrived and man, am I impressed! The sound is so much cleaner, the soundstage is noticeably bigger, imaging is improved and I can hear details that never came through the HSU bookshelf speakers. I know people rave about the bass response of the Bro 3s and while its not bad, using the sub really brings the whole system into balance. Next I have to do something about my turntable, an ancient Technics. It doesn't maintain a steady speed. Either it gets repaired or replaced. My only gripe about the new system is a slight lack of high frequency output. Cymbals don't sparkle as much as I'd like, which is probably as much due to an age related decline in my ability to hear high frequencies as the ability of the Bro 3s to reproduce them. Maybe a Schitt Loki to assist with that? Thanks to Sean for his ringing endorsement of the Bro 3s. I'm really happy with my new sound. And thanks too, to whomever mentioned the Slickdeals discount from Adorama, ($350, shipped.)

[@Tho76mas]

I really like your "After the Hype" videos. Please go on with that kind of re-reviews.

[@thomasedward2231]

Love after the hype videos. Thank you for this!

[@Taylor88Productions]

Speakers are so difficult to review since you have no idea what they sound like, but you do an amazing job of describing the sound. Thank you for not playing music so we can "hear" how they sound. Lol. 👍

[@ericlow1461]

I've owned my Bro3's for over a year and they are truly superb. My amp is a Cyrus One.

[@tomcuratolo8465]

I have also owned the BR03s for over a year and also agree they are superb. My amp is the Hegel H90...I think it is a good match with a Node2i to stream Qobuz.

[@bobe3250]

So grateful for persons that evaluate audio gear. Thank you! Does anyone know of any reviewers that like to listen to loud rock?

[@MMSSSM]

Thank you for the re-review. This was very helpful for me to go with 5.0 with BR08s BR03s and triangle BR center speaker. I have added HSU VTF MK3 for sub and hoping that this would be my go to system (haven't connected it yet :) ). All will be driven by Denon 4500h and planning to watch your channel for 2 channel set up too for these speakers. You are a great help in the process so thank you very much !!!

[@abritishaudiophile7314]

Enjoyed this ‘revisit’ video BRO (sorry, couldn’t resist). You make this gig look easy 😉👍

[@garyking1705]

Based on this review, I bought a pair to replace a set of B&W DM600's that I thought had expired - the tweeter. When I first hooked them up I was put off - too bright but I worked on the context, played them for a time and after a short time I figured them out. Its taking me some time to learn the vernacular of loudspeaker reviewers and what I initially thought words meant - they didn't mean that. So now, I have resurrected the DM600's and they are on top of the BRO3's and the sound is very very good. Great sound stage, clear and very pleasing to listen to. They are matched up with a Polk PW500 (?) which is something I should have done decades ago. Anyway, terrific review.....thank you very much and I do appreciate listening to your commentary on equipment. I'm very pleased with how the B&W DM600's pair with the BRO3's.

[@ArthaxtaDaVince777]

I was told Triangle speakers are not good for rock, and If I wanted something "Amazing" for rock I should get the Klipsch 600m...Well let me tell you this, the BR03s sounds close to a Klipsh 600m but with a smoother and less forward treble, solid midrange, and the best part... It actually has bass. Something Klipsch doesn't seem to understand how to make for their bookshelf. And no I don't mean, punchy bass, I mean the bass is full, it adds depth to the lower notes and helps out the lower mid range... Folks, if you love Rock/Jazz/Blues like I do, stop looking any further and purchase the Br03s. You would be doing yourself a huge favor, for the $550 price, they cannot be beat. Examples of bands I listen to: Blue Oyster Cult, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Uriah Heep, Yes, etc.

[@ZeroFidelity]

Whoever said these speakers are not good for rock needs their ears checked. I listen to rock / metal all the time. Pretty much on the daily. The Borea series handles it well. Thanks for the re-enforcement!

[@JayVon_Ro]

perfect for rock. I actually have issues with these on the high end giving me some tinny sounds when playing EDM.

[@ArthaxtaDaVince777]

@@ZeroFidelity What speaker do you think would be a direct upgrade from the BR03s? Something that has the same sound signature but as a higher quality, even it is by a small margin. I recently tried the SVS Ultras, and although they are great, they are not as fun as the BR03s, somewhat like a v-shaped sound, treble forward with a good amount of bass. Whereas the BR03s have a very warm treble, slightly forward mids and thick bass.

[@ZeroFidelity]

@@ArthaxtaDaVince777 Mentioned both of them in this video man. Buchardt S300 MK II and if you have the money, the Triangle Genese Trio.

[@bobdupuy5910]

I listen to classical about 80% of the time, mostly streamed on European Web Radio channels. These speakers are very special because I can listen to them for hours at a time. Any other genre of music tires me out after 30 minutes.

[@rogerlaro]

I really appreciate the effort you put into these videos. I just bought some Elac DB62’s which sound technically great but are boring to my ears unless I find a track to listen to with little midrange info. I’m new to hifi and little by little I’m discovering my taste. Thanks again!

[@careystuart]

Great summation review and a really great speaker! I'm pairing mine with a modified Dynaco ST70 through a NAD 1300 pre amp, with a Thorens TD 165 or Cambridge Audio 640c CD player. front end. The speakers I swapped out for the BR03, a pair of MBL 323s. I've been into Hi Fi for over 50 years and have had more gear than I can even recall, and these inexpensive speakers are without a doubt amazing.

[@jasonmccarty9]

These speakers make acoustic guitars and pianos sound amazing. If you play acoustic guitar and love folk acoustic music these are your speakers. I can hear the inside of the guitar and strings have depth when they are hit - a more 3d sound. They aren’t the best for rock music but not bad. Also, vocals sound great too, very clear and natural. If I could dial the forwardness back a touch I would. It’s not bad but I’d like it to chill a bit. Everything else I love. Also, they like to be out from the wall. Much deeper soundstage. They can be near the wall but with more space you get a deeper and more engaging soundstage.

[@matthewchrist9082]

I really love my bro 3s. The best parts are how great vocals sound, and the off axis is amazing, and the best part is how any record I play no matter the recording quality , sounds really good. I do want to upgrade to something more refined but I want them to have the same qualities as the bros

[@chrishalliday8164]

Maybe upgrade the crossover components in the your Bro3.

[@darrenweight5972]

Well done. I love my magnepan LRS but yes - they ARE 3 1/2 feet from the wall and the amplifiers (2 Emotiva XPA-1 Gen 2 monoblocks) cost way more than the Magnepans. I chose the XPAs because Emotiva used Magnepans to voice them.

[@epi2045]

Yep same here. I own the previous generation to the LRS... MMG. Also own the 1.6/1.7 with updated XO. I consider the prices for Magnepans as “free” because you need space and expensive amplifiers. My 2 channel ML amp is close to $7K.

[@matthewhargerphotography]

Perfect timing I am moving to Singapore in a few days and trying to decide what speakers to get when I arrive. I have been debating between Elac, Triangle and Wharfedale. Thanks for helping me make my decision. Triangles BR03 wins. Going to pair with the Denafrips Hestia and Ares 2. I have an Ice power DIY amp. Went with Denafrips due to it being distributed in Singapore and your review.

[@ZeroFidelity]

That's going to be a great combo. Best of all, that Denafrips stack will survive MANY upgrades. Enjoy!

[@nox1cous654]

Im just wondering why go with $500 speakers with $2500+ electronics? Im guessing the ICE powered DIY amp is atleast $200-300

[@daniel1233]

Welcome to Singapore! Wharfedale is really overrated imo, Elac and Kef are overpriced here while Triangle is very reasonably priced, BR03's are about the same price as a Debut B6.2 here, they wont disappoint you, have fun! But i think getting the denafrips stack would be overkill, that combo is 3x the price of the BR03.. You could try second hand electronics on Carousell first, it's singapore's craigslist and very very active and everybody is relatively nearby.

[@matthewhargerphotography]

@@nox1cous654 In my office system I am using some older PSB bookshelf speakers that I am going to replace soon. My plan is to eventually use the BR03's in the smaller system and purchase some better speakers for my main system. So I will use the Triangles until I decide on the speakers I want to get for my main system. Hoping that something I want comes up on the used market.

[@matthewhargerphotography]

@@daniel1233 Thanks for the welcome. I am currently doing my time in quarantine. I have been looking at carousell pretty much everyday seeing what is available. Yeah, I noticed Elac's are way overpriced here. Hoping some speakers I am interested in come up for sale in the used market. What do you have in your system?

[@hendrikvanderkeur4677]

Sean it described exactly how i experience the bro 3 is exactly as you describe in your review. I moved my Kef LS 50 to a place next to the TV for this purpose. The Bro 3 sounds so much friendlier and more pleasant than the Kef LS50, which sounds very sharp in the highs from time to time. Kef is built better and sturdier, but that's about it. Thanks for your afterthoughts

[@aceofspades6667]

I've got the Maggie LRS... Got a great deal on a Hegel H160 amp/dac to pair with it and integrated it with a Rel Sub.. It's sound is heaven! I keep it against the wall and pull it out 4 feet when listening.

[@ZeroFidelity]

Nice!

[@coldcraze]

Just want to say I bought the Bro3's for my 30th birthday, based on your review and a few others, and they're amazing. Upgrading from Mordaunt Short 902s. The tone is spot on, my favourite is the drums they just sound perfect. Also it's surprising how detailed the treble is, yet unlike the 902s and metal domes it never pierces or screeches. Most of all I'm noticing instruments I never did with the 902s, great separation of everything going on.

[@1324390]

Would a Reisong A10 Tube Amp with its 6x2 class A watts be able to drive the BR03 ?

[@andreassouth1523]

Nice presentation.For me elac debut reference,laid back,warm and dark!I would also like to point out that there are too many people out there who can not distinguish, a bright sounding speaker from a speaker that has just the right sound, without mids and highs that cut your forehead and tire your ears and mind.We confuse some concepts. For example the elac debut ORIGINAL gained a huge reputation because it did not have shrill mids and highs ....

[@epi2045]

Love these after the hype videos.

[@AxisChemicals]

Hi ! I have 2 columns at home made with medium/MDF they are 2 feet depth and closed on the back, can someone tell me if those BR-03 will sound good if they are placed on a shelf inside the columns ? The cab dimension of the column where they could feet is 2 feet large, 1,5 feet High and 2 feet depth. Will not sound boomy or echoed ?? I don't listen loud...low or medium volume / 80 db max. Also wil I need like acoustic treatment inside ? Thanks a lot if someone can help me with that.🙏

[@frederickshelborn6911]

With Elac DBR62, Triangle BR03/BR02, and Wharfedale 225... Can we even tell the difference between $500 "budget" speakers and say $1,000-$2,000 mid-tier speakers (Dynaudio, used Harbeths, Revel, Fritz)? I'd love to hear opinions on this. I have a pair of Dynaudio Excite X14's and I'm still tempted to try out a pair of BR02--even though I know it's 1/3 the MSRP. Then again, part of me says, "how on earth can they compete with $1400 speakers?". Have we gotten to the point that budget and mid-tier are blurred? I'm starting to think finding your preferred "sound" (bright vs dark, mid bass bump vs flat, forward mids vs recessed, wall placement limitations) is even MORE important than the price.

[@johnholmes912]

Here in the UK the Triangles are a lot cheaper .The best price for Elac Debut Reference DBR62 right now is £479.00. I picked up the BR03s for £320

[@melraine919]

Hello 👋 Sean Splendid demo and info of the Triangle Bros 3, I know you mentioned not having them to close to the wall but I’m considering them to replace my four Mission surround speakers 🔊 using the Triangle Bros 3 wall mounted with fully flexible wall brackets Because I would like something with a bit more oomph! For the surround’s. What’s your thoughts 💭 Or has anybody else tried this 🤔 UK

[@Raymondey]

I love Triangle ❤️

[@GBS-nt4tt]

I have the bro 3 two years. I miss my ads 710s. But not made anymore. But very happy with the bro3. I drive them with yamaha s801.

[@valkyrieorion7200]

Decided to just get a pair and see if I like them. I quite enjoy them nearfield on my desk. Trying to find a fit for an amp with limited space is the next challenge, but for now using a Yamaha wxa-50 from my tv setup and it does a nice job with these.

[@tee-jaythestereo-bargainph2120]

Nice revisit ! In audio when theirs alot of hype something must be right ! I Just uploaded the bro3 utube video Pop the hood Over-View ! I'll admit I love this speaker and So does my dad and thats a rarety in itself ! Thanks again Sean for your hard work and dedication !! And my God these bro3 are good 😆 man Bob Marleys remaster C.D. legend the best of Bob Marley WoW !!! My new favorite speaker at price point and above !

[@thomastsiopoulos8597]

Thanks Sean…. I bought a pair and love them. They sound good with all sorts of amps.

[@riku5168]

thanks to you, I ordered a pair for my office.

[@skny2282]

Great to have good speaker while working not just at home.

[@breakthelegacy]

For anyone who may know the information, is it possible to know between these and the Wharfedale Diamond 12.2, what may be the differences? And for whom could one be better than the other?

[@AromaFrank]

I have the same question. Had you came to a conclusion?

[@breakthelegacy]

@@AromaFrank the decision was kind of made for my when I found a great deal on new KEF q350 for half the price of the original. I can tell you, it's been a great purchase with so much clarity and listening joy.

[@AromaFrank]

@@breakthelegacy Thanks for sharing

[@Alborzdy]

who knows how they sound compare to Polk audio s20e? Is it worth switching from Polk to Triangle, especially for listening to music at low volume?

[@paulv8453]

How would this speaker do up against my Sony SS-CS3 tower speakers? They each have 5.25” drivers and 2 tweeters. They are 6 ohm & rated 45 hz50 kHz. Listening in a small 12x12 room. I usual listen no louder than 75db. I like to listen to music in 2-channel with no sub for clean tight bass. Thanks

[@garylethbridge6220]

Great review. I agree. I have had lots of speakers... Several Klipsch up to cornwall 4, paradigm, polk r700, revel f206, focal electra 228be, jbl l100 classic, br 09 , wharfedale jade and evo, to name a few. For the $ they are fantastic. Currently used as back suround in a 7.2 system now. I don't want to part with them lol

[@ace19015]

hello are you able to tell me do you think this would be a good speaker for home theater with the matching center channel I was also looking at the svs prime bookshelf and matching center.

[@itzmillertyme]

After looking at a lot of reviews of these and Elacs DBR62 Your reviews and my budget lead me to purchase these Triangle Bro3's I will let you know how I like them or don't when they come in

[@joergwittenberg2178]

Great review 👍. Interesting speakers. Thanks a lot for the informations😊

[@tcc5750]

8:10 - Agreed. I have the ELAC DBR62 and BR03 here, and the DBR62 can come across as boring sometimes. It is detailed and has nice punchy bass, but it can be boring. The BR03 have a little less bass, but frankly has better soundstaging, and is more lively.

[@kvrhifi]

Hi Sean one more sound characteristic you can add for videos is Timbrel accuracy feel when we listen acoustical music or jazz music .. I mean real instruments feel

[@Chiroman527]

Thanks Sean, I too like these "living with " videos. You mention the new Elacs...... you reviewed them on another video. But you seem to gravitate to the Triangles. Im looking to add another pair of speakers to baeement setup. I heve Elac Debut 6.2s , then saw many comments about these . I respect your opinion . Should I pull the trigger on these or the new Elacs? I use the basement studio for pleasure listening and to play my drums along to My Music . Be well and safe

[@theeverydayaudiophile4147]

I purchased & reviewed these speakers once they were back in stock at Adorama after your rave review. I agree that these check off a lot of boxes for most people & I also agree that the ELAC DBR62 appeals to a smaller # of people out there (including me). Initially, I had the Borea BR03 paired with a NAD C 316BEE and it did ok. I then matched it up with a Cambridge Audio CXA60 and, in comparison, that really woke these speakers up. Lastly, I paired them with the Musical Fidelity M2si and that is, in my humble opinion, a wonderful match. Thanks for your reviews Sean!

[@snakedude61]

I'm really curious to know these versus the wharfedale 11.2 also the diamond 225

[@coolwheelz5190]

I would love to hear these, but since I bought the JBL Studio 530's last fall for $300 for the pair, I can't justify trying these...the JBL's are soooo good...IMO...

[@luxpiotr]

Can you compare to Focal Aria 906 or Kef R300? Generally my target is Kef LS50w (wireless).

[@grant0317]

Always love these videos on speakers after having used them for a while. Can you also do reviews on canton speakers from A4L?

[@seankasabuske1986]

Zero Fidelity (Sean/Shawn) - I have three questions for you: (1) Have you heard the BR02s? (2) If not, would you consider doing a review of that speaker? (3) If you have heard them, do they also need to be three feet from the wall for good sound quality? I think that the BR03 would be ideal for my taste and budget (the ELACs are too laid back and the Klipsch are too forward), but I keep my stereo in my bedroom, which is too small to permit that much space between the wall and the speaker. I'm wondering if the BR02s might be a solution? I would expect them to have less bass and therefore placement would be less critical, and that the character of the sound would be similar to the BR03.

[@johnholmes912]

The BR02 needs to be even further away from the wall as they are not front-posted like the BR03

[@nuttyl283]

can be modified to get better sound? such as crossover, grill, ports or anything to make it sound better.

[@rklmbd2934]

I recall you have listened to several Q Acoustics? I'm pretty familiar with those and with the QA sound. So relative to QA how would you contrast and compare these?

[@cinqo7]

I loved you review. One quick question: If you were to buy a speaker with the same SOUND SIGNATURE of the Triangle but BETTER on everything with the subsequent price increase, which speaker would that be? The sound characteristics of these speakers is exactly the kind of sound I like (in fact I have a pair of Triangle Titus) but I am willing to spend more just to get a better sounding speaker WITHOUT losing that kind of sound. Thank you for your answer!

[@madnezz1961]

I have a Rogue Sphynx V3 and Focal Chorus 706 speakers and I love them, but I am tempted to get the Bro3 since they are like 400 a pair now

[@ejk3435]

Have the Sphinx 3 also but just ordered thse for another system

[@johnpeschke7723]

I like your reviews...straightforward, precise, lots of useful information...you must be a good writer too. Question: are they musical?

[@mdr4670]

Why you don't have at least 100, subscribers is a mystery to me. I'm not a fan of the little speakers like today. But I love the big boy speakers you've reviewed like the Klipsch CW4 and Heresy 4 and also Tekton do. Thank you!

[@tknx2948]

I've had Chane A1RX-Cs for my bedroom speakers which are still amazing speakers for cheap. Been debating about adding a sub vs changing out for the Triangles vs some smaller floorstanders... There are just too many great choices nowadays.

[@CM-dw3gh]

The Q Acoustics 3060S compliments these nicely. Its slim line but less boomy like youd get with larger subs which suit more home theatre set ups. If music is your main preference, this is a great solution

[@mirkokanjuh5513]

Your reviews are so involving and, should I say, honest and charming so I wonder what it will be with Cabasse MC 170 Antiqua in case you will get them for review

[@midevil1980]

Would love to hear your thoughts on the Revel Performa3 line. Maybe even compared to KEF R, and comparable Focal lineups. There isn't nearly enough info on those yet. I may even be interested in covering the cost initially, just to have you review them over any other KZbin channel. Let me know your thoughts... Great video by the way! 😉👍

[@ZeroFidelity]

Thanks! Appreciate the offer. I never take in property that belongs to anybody else due to liability. The product would need to come from Harman International. What I can tell you is that Revel tends to have a dry, open, matter of fact sound that usually has a slight emphasis along the top end and bottom end. Focals have a treble forward, clean sound. KEF has a midrange forward, clean sound.

[@midevil1980]

@@ZeroFidelity - No problem, I can definitely respect that... Thank you though, I still appreciate your feedback! Every little bit of insight helps, especially when I can't hear any of them in person. Keep up the great work! 😉👍

[@jaytorr6701]

Bought it and IOTAVX S3 based on your recommendation. I don't think there is a better sub 1000 dollar combo

[@orelove]

Me, too. Totally agree.

[@jaytorr6701]

@@orelove the solution I have now is mac mini to topping e30 DAC to the IOTAVX P3 to the BRO3. The e30 DAC is much better than the Wolfson that comes with S3. this little switcheroo costs the same but sound quality better, especially mid range. Plus you get the USB port that unfortunately the S3 does not have. Inspired by Draco' a klipschiit system.

[@orelove]

@@jaytorr6701 I am mainly an analogue vinyl guy, but make use of several other features of the SA3. Using a Schiit Mani into L1 for the main phono. Use the SA3 phono input as a secondary. I have my TV optical out going to the Optical in on the SA3 and the external Sony DVD/CD player going to its Coax input. I have a PC connected to an SMSL M300 DAC into L1 and also use the SA3 Bluetooth dongle for occasional connectivity. The SA3 provides great flexibility to my disparate sources.

[@jaytorr6701]

@@orelove it's cool, and the Bluetooth is actually great quality. I have gone completely digital, swapped with S3 with P3 with a friend who also gave me some nice cables to make up the price difference. At first I thought that the difference in sound was the cables, bur after used the old ones it is clear that it is the external DAC. Maybe not having a preamp and DAC on P3 removes some noise?

[@orelove]

@@jaytorr6701 Same conclusion with the phono stage. Used an external Apt Holman, then the Schiit Mani. Both sounded better than the SA3 internal.phono stage, but that was what I expected. Serviceable, but can be improved with external components.

[@ShipinPro]

I have Polk Monitor 70s Series II, is a move to BR08 a lateral move and waste?

[@valkyrieorion7200]

Anyone heard these versus an Air Motion Tweeter like the Martin Logan Motion series have? I bought the ML 35 XTI and enjoy them but am interested in these for half the price if they sound similar for clarity in a nearfield setup. I can't go demo them anywhere and don't really wanna stick it to the closest dealer with an open box return.

[@Ploddypop11]

Has anyone tried these with a Yaqin Vk-2100? I had a pair of Paradigm atom V5 about 12 years ago with this amp and the sound was amazing. I would sit for 8-12 hours in my room listening to my ipod video 30gb with lossless files and it was like I was in the room with some of the musicians. I had an almost synesthesia like experience with this song "the past recedes" by john frusciante where I saw the acoustic guitar solo like these golden bells in the right speaker. Unfortunately the quality of rhe Atom SE model is apparently less than the V5 model so I was wondering if these Triangle speakers compare with those.

[@deacondrake9078]

I wanna know the other 2 speakers that you knew were special.

[@ZeroFidelity]

I mentioned them by name earlier in the vid. ;)

[@bluerev]

Have you heard the BR02's? Is there any difference to the br03's in terms of tonality and overall presentation? Looking for a pair of speakers for a smallish room (4x3 meters). Important criteria: genre-agnostic, not too forward/bright and not boomy when placed about 20-30 cm from the wall.

[@JarnoLauronen]

I listened to these at a local store yesterday, and when I played death metal like Morbid Angel (song Immortal Rites), the treble took over and it was extremely tough to listen to. They played it on a Arcam amp (SA20 I believe), and it was very sharp. Other recordings, like Dido, Eagles, Dream Theater sounded quite good for the price. But for some reason, death metal did not work at all. And I have never heard thought of Morbid Angel as so sharp on treble. It doesn't appear on any other speakers that I own or have owned in the past. This was a bummer for me as the price was insanely good.

[@JarnoLauronen]

Some progress has been made. I went back to the store and listened to the 02's and they sounded nothing like my previous experience. So I got a "Try & buy" deal and bought the 03's after spending way too much time at the store. I have had the speakers at home for a week now and I'm not returning them. They're lovely!

[@Ziggsobotka1985]

Would love to see Triangle BR-02 vs PSB P5 review

[@ZeroFidelity]

Jay (Next Best Thing Studio) is the best person to comment on that matchup, as he's had both products in the house at (around) the same time.

[@stevenpatterson794]

I'm really looking for that exact comparison as well!

[@TSLstudio2010]

Are you going to compare these with the Triangle Active BRO3 BT, when they come out!?

[@JoseGarcia-oo4mc]

Will these speakers go with my Hegel h 90 ?

[@tomcuratolo8465]

I'm using the BR03s with the H90 and love it. I think it is a good match.

[@hiendinh4869]

i got the bro3 on ebay for $445 brand new and paired them with Yamaha as701 amp, sounded very good, i love these speakers

[@georgexydous2891]

how does these compare to kef q series or polk audio s60? im mainly interested in movies

[@michaelvincent8306]

So how far from a rear wall to get them to work?

[@AromaFrank]

Is there a lack in in clarity in the midrange and treble?

[@mcpoulet13]

Would the Magnapan LRS pair well with a Naim Uniti Star?

[@jasonmccarty9]

What would sound similar but less forward?

[@unbearableboldness]

Loving the Pink shirt. Straight business

[@ggcub25]

Would you recommend this over kef q350? They're the same price in my country

[@blazingig87]

I own a denon x2600h and pioneer Andrew Jones spfs52 floor standers and center channel planning to upgrade to another floor stander,which would you suggest would be a worthwile upgrade among dali oberon5 q acoustics 3050i , wharfedale diamond 240 nd 11.3,please help me out @zerofidelity

[@burghelvasile3313]

What would you choose between Borea br03 so Q acoustics 3030i with Marantz pm 6006? Pop music, dance, rock ballads.

[@ZeroFidelity]

Borea. Hands down.

[@burghelvasile3313]

@@ZeroFidelityDo you think I should consider Dali oberon 3 as well? Or B&W 607? Could it be an impediment that the speaker paper is untreated at Borea? Thank you.

[@franciscoortiz6980]

Great video... how do you still feel about the Bro 3? How do you compare this to the New Elac Unifi 2.0 which are $600 ish / pair. So have you heard the new B&W 606s2 ? While the new B&W is $900/pair still a reasonable comparison.

[@honduh9348]

I just picked up a pair of these but need a amp for them. Any suggestions on a amp that would work well with these speakers?

[@ralex3697]

Cambridge

[@AmbientWanderer]

@ Zero Fidelity How would these sound with the Marantz PM 5005 ?

[@saorfraz]

What subwoofers $600 or less would you recommend for use with the BR03s?

[@devinwilliams4851]

This is the first time I've heard you mention the LRS. I understand why (difficult to accomodate) but the prospect of audiophile-level sound for a reasonable price is hard to pass up. I guess I'll pay for it (literally) when I try to find an amplifier to power them.

[@lukesvybihal7959]

Hi, I'm thinking of buying new speakers. I move between Dali Oberon 3 and Triangle Borea BRO3. Which ones are better and more comfortable to listen to?

[@markpenland]

"I'm listening to Chris Stapleton....judge me" whilst wearing a magenta t-shirt is why I'm here.

[@bmusleh]

what is better for movies these or rp600m or b&w606

[@chaarrrt]

Hello! How would you say these Borea BR03 compare to Monitor Audio Bronze 2 / BX2?

[@myturkishlife1777]

I have had these niw fir 8 months paired with an SMSLAO200 , i did comparisons with other speakers b+w etc but these were great.. Bought the new pair home and oh err ok ... These need tome to run in absolutely... But yes a really nice speaker, i use a small sumiko sub to bring in the nottom lows and its a great sound, i am looking forward to a danny richie crossover upgrade to get the full potential... But yes a great sounding and great looking well made speaker ... Have a great day everyone 👍

[@merge_dissolve_union]

You said br03 pairs well with almost everything, how massive the sound improvement is jumping to iota vx from Marantz 5005?

[@ZeroFidelity]

It depends on what you want. The 5005 has that V-curve sound. The Iotavx SA3, by comparison, is far more balanced sounding. It's also more resolving and refined. I know I'd take the SA3 over the 5005 under most circumstances, but having said that, I'm not sure it will be a "massive" improvement so much as a subtle but appreciable improvement.

[@1antastik]

Thank you Sean for this "living with" series, which is the most interesting you do. Your review makes me consider these Triangle Boreas but suddenly my biggest constraint pops up. Due to room constraints, I am forced to place speakers at 20 cm (about 8 inches) from the back wall. Which is in your opinion the best speaker for this kind of placement?

[@ZeroFidelity]

It depends on what you want. 8 inches should be OK provided the sidewall is relatively far away.

[@1antastik]

Oh and by the way, to have the tweeter level with ears, I should place the speakers upside down. Would this be a detriment to any sound aspect such as imaging and soundstage? Thank you!