02-Feb-2021, 16:49
Hi Guys,
I wanted to start a new thread about the hardware differences between the "old" Phantom Premier and the new Phantom I. Last December I bought a new Phantom. Compared to my other Phantoms, the newest one showed some differences. The first thing I have noticed was that the model no. on the box changed from ZP496 to MX207. This already made me suspicious. Later on I discovered that the new unit consumed less power, had a faster boot-up time and heat production was much less. When I confronted Devialet with this, they acted very secretive and they came up with all kinds of weird explanations. Multiple users reported similar findings in other threads.
Now that the specs of Phantom I were reveiled earlier today, my guess is that Devialet already brought this "new" Phantom to the market a couple of weeks ago (or at least the internals). The faster and more efficient processor (1.25GHz processor instead of a 800MHz processor) may explain the faster boot time and lower power consumption.
It would be interesting to know if this is indeed the case for all of us who recently bought a Phantom. The serial number of the Phantom I bought starts with N42 (2020, Week 42).
I also wonder what will happen if you ever need a replacement. I got Devialet Care, but will Devialet be able to provide the glossy white version for up to 5 years? I'm also not sure about compatibility (old Phantom + new Phantom in stereo setup). Is this even possible apart from the difference in appearance ofc..
I'm also surprised that Phantom I is only available with a remote included. Ultimately a lot of people will buy 2 Phantoms.. I suppose a lot of remotes will end up on the second hand market which is good news for me
What do you guys think?
I wanted to start a new thread about the hardware differences between the "old" Phantom Premier and the new Phantom I. Last December I bought a new Phantom. Compared to my other Phantoms, the newest one showed some differences. The first thing I have noticed was that the model no. on the box changed from ZP496 to MX207. This already made me suspicious. Later on I discovered that the new unit consumed less power, had a faster boot-up time and heat production was much less. When I confronted Devialet with this, they acted very secretive and they came up with all kinds of weird explanations. Multiple users reported similar findings in other threads.
Now that the specs of Phantom I were reveiled earlier today, my guess is that Devialet already brought this "new" Phantom to the market a couple of weeks ago (or at least the internals). The faster and more efficient processor (1.25GHz processor instead of a 800MHz processor) may explain the faster boot time and lower power consumption.
It would be interesting to know if this is indeed the case for all of us who recently bought a Phantom. The serial number of the Phantom I bought starts with N42 (2020, Week 42).
I also wonder what will happen if you ever need a replacement. I got Devialet Care, but will Devialet be able to provide the glossy white version for up to 5 years? I'm also not sure about compatibility (old Phantom + new Phantom in stereo setup). Is this even possible apart from the difference in appearance ofc..
I'm also surprised that Phantom I is only available with a remote included. Ultimately a lot of people will buy 2 Phantoms.. I suppose a lot of remotes will end up on the second hand market which is good news for me
What do you guys think?
