Borresen X1 Speakers

Borresen X1 Loudspeakers

The Borresen X1 loudspeakers are available for demonstration in our Hull store by request.

The Borresen X1 brings the renowned Danish engineering of Børresen to a wider audience, offering exceptional high-end performance in a compact and beautifully designed speaker. Designed to share DNA with Børresen’s flagship models, the X1 delivers an immersive, refined, and transparent sound, setting a new benchmark for what’s possible at this price point.

High-End Sound Performance

The Borresen X1 features a frequency response of 50Hz to 50kHz, delivering a beautifully extended high-end along with a solid, musical low-end response. With a sensitivity of 86 dB and an impedance of over 6 Ohms, the X1 is well-matched with a wide range of amplification. It is designed for detail, speed, and clarity — perfect for both critical listening and musical enjoyment.

Advanced Driver Technology

The speaker uses the Børresen RP89 Ribbon Planar Tweeter, known for its extremely light diaphragm and lightning-fast response. Paired with the Børresen DCC5 bass/midrange driver, constructed from spread-tow carbon fiber and aramid honeycomb, the X1 achieves outstanding dynamics, low distortion, and natural tonality. These are true audiophile-grade components rarely seen in speakers at this price level.

Crossover and Internal Design

The parallel crossover system used in the Borresen X1 borrows directly from the company’s higher-end Z-series. Built with premium-grade components, the crossover ensures accurate driver integration, minimal self-resonance, and optimal signal purity. The result is a soundstage that is wide, deep, and effortlessly coherent.

Cabinet Construction

The X1 cabinet is finished in a high-gloss black or white piano lacquer, reinforced with carbon fiber inserts for added rigidity and acoustic transparency. Internally braced and carefully damped, the cabinet eliminates resonance and coloration. Rear-facing bass reflex ports are tuned for musicality and precision in the low frequencies, while the tweeter is vented to maintain dynamic airflow.

Design and Aesthetics

Whether in a modern or traditional setting, the Borresen X1 stands out with minimalist elegance. The matching stand — crafted from a natural-based composite material — echoes the clean, functional design principles seen in Børresen’s sister brand Aavik. It's not only visually refined but also acoustically functional, helping control unwanted resonance.

Amplifier Matching

With its 86 dB sensitivity and >6 Ohm impedance, the X1 performs best with amplifiers from 50 watts and up. Whether you prefer solid-state or tube, its stable load and transparent sound make it easy to integrate into a high-performance system. We’re happy to advise you on the perfect amplifier pairing in-store or over the phone.

Who Should Consider the Borresen X1?

The Borresen X1 is ideal for serious listeners who value craftsmanship, detail, and natural musicality. It’s a standout choice for audiophiles seeking a compact but uncompromising loudspeaker that shares its core technology with models many times its price. Whether you’re upgrading or starting fresh, this speaker deserves your attention.

Borresen X1 Specification:

• Frequency Response: 50Hz – 50kHz
• Sensitivity: 86 dB / 1W
• Impedance: >6 Ohms
• Recommended Amplifier Power: 50W+
• Drivers: 1 × RP89 Ribbon Planar Tweeter, 1 × DCC5 Bass/Midrange
• Finish: Black or White Piano Lacquer

Borresen X1 Dimensions & Weight:

• Speaker Only – H × W × D: 42 × 20 × 39 cm / 16.5 × 7.9 × 15.4 in – Weight: 12.9 kg / 28.4 lbs
• Stand Only – H × W × D: 71 × 29.5 × 39 cm / 28 × 11.4 × 15.4 in – Weight: 10.8 kg / 23.8 lbs
• Total (Speaker + Stand) – H × W × D: 113 × 29.5 × 39 cm / 44.5 × 11.4 × 15.4 in – Weight: 23.7 kg / 52.3 lbs