Devialet, the French acoustic engineering company, announces the launch of its Phantom Ultimate speakers. A continuing evolution to the original Phantom speakers launched in 2015, the Phantom Ultimate collection includes two models, the flagship 108dB ($4,900 CDN) and the compact 98dB ($2,400 CDN) in three distinctive finishes with expanded connectivity options and a sleek, modern design.
Headquartered in Paris and founded in 2007, Devialet’s engineers and designers have been inventing the future of sound for over fifteen years. Today, more than 250 patents protect Devialet’s innovations, spanning fields such as acoustic engineering, electronics, signal processing, mechanics, and cutting-edge manufacturing. These proprietary technologies and iconic designs have made Devialet a defining force in high-end audio, shaping the inimitable acoustic signature of its creations.
“We are reaffirming our status as a luxury pioneer in audio with this new launch” stated Jacques Demont, CEO of Devialet. “We invite listeners to experience sound with unprecedented intensity, clarity, and depth, coupled with our visionary approach to design.”
Each model in the Phantom Ultimate collection showcases Devialet’s commitment to aesthetic excellence. The 108dB and 98dB models are available in two sophisticated finishes: Deep Forest, featuring rich dark green tones with black chrome detailing, and Light Pearl, an elegant ultra-matte off-white. The exclusive Opéra de Paris edition features the same elegant forms elevated with hand-applied 22-karat gold detailing.
At the heart of the Phantom Ultimate collection lie the revolutionary proprietary technologies that have made Devialet synonymous with acoustic excellence worldwide including ADH New Gen (Analog Digital Hybrid) A cornerstone of Devialet’s legacy that combines the linearity and finesse of analog Class A amplification with the power and compactness of digital Class D. The improvement of the control algorithm between analog and digital makes it possible to achieve extremely fine and precise high frequencies, reaching up to 35 kHz on the Devialet Phantom Ultimate 108 dB. Energy management is optimized, thermal dissipation improved, extending amplification’s maximum performance. Other Devialet enhanced techology include:
SAM (Speaker Active Matching) – Complementing ADH, SAM is an algorithm engineered to deliver absolute fidelity while continuously protecting the loudspeakers. By adapting in real time to both transient and steady-state signals, SAM enables Devialet Phantom Ultimate to reproduce the phase and amplitude of sound waves with exceptional accuracy.
HBI (Heart Bass Implosion) – A suite of multi-physics innovations powers the emission of ultra-low frequencies in a compact form factor – reaching depths of 14 Hz. The result: infra bass that you don’t just hear but feel inside.
AVL (Adaptive Volume Level) – Originating from the Devialet Dione soundbar, this technology automatically adjusts volume in real time based on content type. This dynamic adaptation ensures an audio experience that meets the highest cinematic standards.
New Intelligent Processor – Devialet Phantom Ultimate features a new NXP i.MX 8M Nano processor, integrated into a system-on-a-chip (SoC). This evolved technological core delivers advanced audio processing with enhanced energy efficiency and optimized performance.
The Devialet Phantom Ultimate 108 dB introduces a new generation of loudspeakers protected by four newly registered patents engineered to deliver sound with extreme precision, free from distortion, saturation, or background noise. The bass drivers offer an optimized acoustic response with smoother, more controlled low frequencies. The midrange driver has been specifically designed to eliminate unwanted resonance. As for the tweeter, it features a brand-new design that balances mechanical robustness with refined high-frequency reproduction across an extended frequency range—from 14 Hz to 35 kHz (+/- 6 dB) for a total amplification power of 1,100 W.
The user interface now includes four touch controls on the top of the speaker. Powered by the new DOS3 software architecture, Devialet Phantom Ultimate 108 dB offers enhanced connectivity with a broad range of streaming protocols, alongside the latest wireless capabilities including WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3.
The Devialet Phantom Ultimate 98 dB delivers high-fidelity sound reproduction in an more compact form. with a wide frequency response, ranging from 18 Hz to 25 kHz (+/- 6 dB).
The Devialet Phantom Ultimate 98 dB features a total amplification power of 400 W and integrates an optimized signal processing chain (32-bit/96 kHz), ensuring precise playback.
Both models are presented in customizable configurations — solo, stereo, or multi-room (via AirPlay, Google Cast, and Roon Ready).
Continuing its longstanding partnership established in 2017 with the Opéra national de Paris, the exclusive Devialet Phantom Ultimate | Opéra de Paris editions feature 22-carat gold hand-applied by master gilders at Ateliers Gohard, the historic Parisian workshop responsible for restoring the Palais Garnier.
This collaboration, founded on a shared vision of excellence and deep ties to France’s cultural heritage, helps fund artistic creation at one of the country’s most prestigious institutions. The Phantom Ultimate Opera de Paris 108dB retails for $5,400 CDN, and the Phantom Ultimate Opera de Paris 98dB retails for $2,700 CDN.
The Phantom Ultimate collection incorporates streaming protocols including AirPlay, Google Cast, Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, and UPnP. The Devialet App offers a range of personal listening options, including Music Mode, Podcast Mode, and Cinema Mode, along with built-in software updates.
The Phantom Ultimate 98dB is available now, while the flagship 108dB is available for pre-order at Devialet stores, premium audio dealers, and online. Retailers in Canada include: Bay Bloor Radio, Fillion, Holt Renfrew, Laliberte Electronique, Maison Adam and Noteworthy Audio.