01-Oct-2025, 17:11
Dear Devialet Community,
I am currently running a pair of Sonus Faber Olympica 3 speakers powered by a Devialet Expert 400 (dual 200 configuration). In terms of sound quality, I am very satisfied with this setup. However, I am looking for a simpler and more streamlined solution, one that allows me to easily stream music directly to the system – for example, via Tidal Connect.
My question: could a pair of Devialet Phantom Ultimate 108dB serve as an ideal replacement for my current setup?
In the past, my impression of earlier Phantom models was that they leaned more towards “boom-box” characteristics, which didn’t fully meet audiophile standards. About five years ago, when I last listened to them, I found the treble lacking in nuance, the midrange somewhat recessed, and the bass rather dominant – making them better suited for pop or electronic music.
How do the new Phantom Ultimates compare today, especially against market alternatives such as the KEF LS60?
For context: my listening room (living space) is about 25 m², and my main genres are classical and jazz.
Any insights, experiences, or advice from the community would be highly appreciated.
I am currently running a pair of Sonus Faber Olympica 3 speakers powered by a Devialet Expert 400 (dual 200 configuration). In terms of sound quality, I am very satisfied with this setup. However, I am looking for a simpler and more streamlined solution, one that allows me to easily stream music directly to the system – for example, via Tidal Connect.
My question: could a pair of Devialet Phantom Ultimate 108dB serve as an ideal replacement for my current setup?
In the past, my impression of earlier Phantom models was that they leaned more towards “boom-box” characteristics, which didn’t fully meet audiophile standards. About five years ago, when I last listened to them, I found the treble lacking in nuance, the midrange somewhat recessed, and the bass rather dominant – making them better suited for pop or electronic music.
How do the new Phantom Ultimates compare today, especially against market alternatives such as the KEF LS60?
For context: my listening room (living space) is about 25 m², and my main genres are classical and jazz.
Any insights, experiences, or advice from the community would be highly appreciated.
