A decade after redefining the landscape of high-fidelity sound, French acoustic house Devialet introduces Phantom Ultimate, the new generation of its iconic speaker. First launched in 2015 after three years of research and 88 patents, the original Phantom stunned the world with a radical silhouette and unprecedented sonic performance. Today, Phantom Ultimate emerges as the heir to that legacy, engineered to reveal every nuance of music with unmatched clarity and emotional depth.
Crafted by Devialet’s engineers and designers in Paris, Phantom Ultimate embodies the maison’s philosophy of blending technological audacity with timeless design. Its sculptural form retains the instantly recognizable identity of its predecessor while refining details for a sleeker, purer aesthetic. Available in finishes such as Deep Forest, Light Pearl, and a gold-adorned Opéra de Paris edition, it transforms from a speaker into a design icon—a centrepiece for both sound and space.
At the heart of Phantom Ultimate lies an evolution of Devialet’s proprietary technologies. ADH® (Analog Digital Hybrid) amplification, now in its latest generation, combines the finesse of analog with the efficiency of digital for sound up to 35 kHz. HBI® (Heart Bass Implosion) delivers infra-bass down to 14 Hz, a physical resonance that is felt as much as heard. Meanwhile, AVL™ (Adaptive Volume Level) and SAM® (Speaker Active Matching) ensure dynamic precision, adapting sound in real time for perfect fidelity.
Two models define the new range: the Phantom Ultimate 108 dB, delivering 1,100 W of pure power with a frequency range from 14 Hz to 35 kHz, and the Phantom Ultimate 98 dB, a more compact form offering 400 W and an impressive range of 18 Hz to 25 kHz. Both benefit from advanced 32-bit/96 kHz signal processing, seamless multi-room connectivity, and streaming integration via AirPlay, Google Cast, Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, and Tidal Connect.
Beyond sound, the user experience has been completely reimagined. Running on Devialet OS3, Phantom Ultimate offers an expanded ecosystem of controls and protocols, complemented by the newly redesigned Devialet App. With tailored modes for music, cinema, and podcasts, a six-band equalizer, and advanced personalization, it turns listening into an intimate, customizable ritual.
Phantom Ultimate is also an expression of savoir-faire. Assembled at La Manufacture Devialet, each unit blends robotic precision with artisanal finishing, while master gilders at Ateliers Gohard hand-apply 22-carat gold leaf to the Opéra de Paris edition—a collaboration that underscores Devialet’s commitment to French cultural heritage. Prices begin at €1,500 for Phantom Ultimate 98 dB, rising to €3,800 for the Opéra de Paris 108 dB edition.
For CEO Jacques Demont, Phantom Ultimate is both a continuation and a revolution: “With Phantom Ultimate, we reaffirm our status as a pioneer in the audio industry. This new era invites listeners to experience sound with unprecedented intensity, clarity, and depth.” With its fusion of art, technology, and emotion, Phantom Ultimate once again makes Devialet not just a leader in high-end audio, but a creator of experiences where sound itself becomes pure sensation.
