DOS2 stereo balance

[Walzu]

Hello all!

I bought a pair of Phantoms on the day that DOS2 was released (before the price increase). I was waiting for the update because I did not want to buy the dialog.

Initially I was super happy with the speakers, but after listening for a while I noticed what is now known as the stereo sync issue (cathedral effect). Because one of the speakers was damaged (scratched), I had it replaced by the dealer. After extensive listening with the new speaker for a while, I noticed that the balance is not right. It sounds like one channel is louder than the other which causes a distubed stereo image. The problem is different than the stereo sync issue which sounded more like an echo.

Does anyone recognise this problem? I noticed that unplugging the speakers solves the problem for a while, but after some time the problem returns (random left/right speaker gets louder).

Thanks guys!

Yes I have the same symptoms since migrating to DOS2. Like you I don’t get echo effect but a dominance of one speaker or another...like you it varies left and right and occurs randomly although I think it occurs more frequently when using the Devialet app. IE if I just link directly via AirPlay from Apple Music or Amazon HD it seems more stable. When it does occur I have been able to recover the system using the unplug approach but it tends to lose the existing configuration and takes multiple reboots to get stereo back. I’m hoping that the forthcoming fix for the cathedral effect also fixes this issue. Devialet support have said they expect a fix to be available this week so here’s hoping.

I have the feeling that playing on higher volumes (increased bass) aggravates/accelerates the balance problem.. I hope the problem will be solved soon. I did not had the chance to enjoy my brand new speakers, so i'm a bit disapointed to say the least.. Was even thinking of returning the speakers and swap for the KEF LS50W!