Triangle EZ series speaker chestnut

The Triangle Voce EZ embodies the culmination of four decades of French expertise in loudspeaker design. This center speaker from the Esprit EZ range stands as the sonic heart of your home theater setup, specifically engineered to reproduce voices and midrange frequencies from your favorite films with precision and naturalness. The result of research from the Magellan program, it incorporates Triangle’s latest innovations while preserving the musical DNA that has built the reputation of the French brand.

Heritage and Positioning within the Esprit EZ Range

The Voce EZ celebrates twenty years of the Esprit series, one of Triangle’s greatest successes. This new generation marks a significant evolution with major innovations in the transducers, particularly in the midrange driver, directly inspired by research from the Magellan program. The speaker integrates seamlessly with other models in the range: Antal EZ, Gaia EZ, Titus EZ, Comète EZ, and Australe EZ, ensuring perfect tonal coherence in your multichannel system.

This systemic approach sets Triangle apart from many competitors: rather than designing an isolated center speaker, the French manufacturer has developed a homogeneous acoustic ecosystem where each element shares the same core technologies to avoid tonal breaks during sound transitions.

Transducer Technologies: Precision and Naturalness

The technological heart of the Voce EZ is a 25 mm titanium dome tweeter, the TZ2510, a true Triangle signature. This high-frequency transducer uses a compression chamber that significantly increases its efficiency while minimizing distortion. The combination of the titanium dome and compression chamber provides excellent directivity, ensuring uniform dispersion of high frequencies throughout the listening room.

The two 130 mm midrange drivers stand out for their natural cellulose pulp cones, deliberately untreated to avoid any coloration of the sound. This approach may seem counterintuitive in the era of composite materials, but Triangle prioritizes absolute neutrality, which is especially crucial for reproducing human voices in cinema. The small-pleat peripheral surround increases the radiating surface, thus optimizing the response in the midrange register.

The cone profile, the shape of the surrounds, and the new phase plug directly benefit from research conducted as part of the Magellan program, Triangle’s high-end development initiative. These technical refinements, invisible but audible, contribute to the surprising sonic realism of this center speaker.

Acoustic Configuration and Performance

The Voce EZ adopts a two-way bass-reflex configuration with a distinctive feature: the ports are positioned on the front. This makes installation much easier, allowing the speaker to be placed directly against a wall or inside a TV cabinet without compromising bass performance. The front-firing ports prevent unwanted resonances often caused by proximity to a rear wall.

With a sensitivity of 91 dB per watt at one meter, the Voce EZ falls into the category of high-efficiency speakers, making it easy to pair with most home theater amplifiers. This feature is particularly appreciated with entry- and mid-level AV receivers, which often have limited power on the center channel.

The frequency response ranges from 80 Hz to 22 kHz with a tolerance of ±3 dB, amply covering the spectrum of human voices and front sound effects. The high crossover frequency, set at 2400 Hz with a 24 dB per octave slope, ensures a smooth transition between the midrange and treble.

Design and Finishes: French Elegance

The Voce EZ’s aesthetics reflect French cabinetmaking expertise, with several finishes available: black lacquer, white lacquer, walnut, and the new 2025 teak with warm hues and a satin look. The speaker assembly shows particular care, with elegant aluminum rings and no visible screws, giving the whole a premium appearance.

The cabinet rests on integrated rubber feet that eliminate unwanted vibrations while protecting the supporting furniture. These seemingly minor details demonstrate the attention paid to every aspect of the design, including those that do not directly affect sound reproduction but contribute to domestic integration.

The compact dimensions (510 × 168 × 290 mm) and moderate weight of 9.45 kg make installation easy while maintaining sufficient internal volume for acoustic performance. This space optimization meets the constraints of modern setups, where space under the screen is increasingly limited.

Connectivity and Amplification

The Voce EZ features next-generation binding posts made from a copper-rich alloy, optimizing electrical conductivity. These connectors accept cables up to 5 mm² in cross-section and are compatible with banana plugs thanks to their self-locking system. This versatility simplifies connections while maintaining professional-grade quality.

The nominal impedance of 8 ohms, with a minimum of 5.3 ohms, ensures optimal compatibility with virtually all amplifiers and AV receivers on the market. The maximum continuous power handling of 60 watts allows you to fully exploit the speaker’s capabilities without risk of damage, even during dynamic passages.

Triangle recommends amplification between 80 and 160 watts RMS to take full advantage of the Voce EZ’s qualities. This power range matches the typical outputs of mid- and high-end AV receivers, making integration into balanced systems easy.

Compatibility and System Integration

Triangle’s design philosophy favors tonal harmony within the Esprit EZ range. The Voce EZ shares the same core technologies as the other models: the same tweeter, the same cone philosophy for the midrange, ensuring perfect coherence during transitions between channels.

This systemic approach is particularly beneficial in cinema, where sound objects frequently move between the front channels. Tonal uniformity prevents color breaks that can undermine the sonic illusion and emotional engagement.

The Voce EZ naturally pairs with a subwoofer to cover the entire audible spectrum. Its bass response, limited to 80 Hz, requires reinforcement in the lowest frequencies for LFE (Low Frequency Effects) in modern soundtracks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What amplification is recommended to optimize the Voce EZ’s performance?

Triangle recommends power between 80 and 160 watts RMS. Most mid-range AV receivers are perfectly suitable, with the high sensitivity of 91 dB making matching easy. Avoid amplifiers that are too weak (less than 50 watts), which limit dynamics, and excessive power that could damage the drivers.

How should I optimally position the Voce EZ in my setup?

Place the speaker at ear level in the listening position, ideally below the screen. The front-firing ports allow placement against a wall without degradation. Slightly angle the speaker toward the listening area if it is elevated. Leave a few centimeters of free space around it for ventilation.

Is a subwoofer absolutely necessary with the Voce EZ?

For full cinema use, yes. Its response limited to 80 Hz does not cover the LFE effects of modern soundtracks. For music or standard TV programs, it can operate alone, but a subwoofer significantly enhances the sense of immersion and the impact of orchestral passages.

Is the Voce EZ suitable for small listening rooms?

Perfectly suited for spaces of 15 to 30 m², the Voce EZ can even temporarily serve as a main speaker in very compact setups. Its high sensitivity allows satisfying listening at low volume, preserving neighborly relations while maintaining tonal balance.

How does it compare to Triangle’s higher-end center speakers?

The Voce EZ incorporates the essential technologies of the higher ranges in a more accessible format and price. The main differences concern the size of the drivers, the complexity of the crossover, and the quality of the cabinet. For most home installations, it offers an excellent performance/price compromise without notable frustration.