Devialet Phantom

Powerful, energetic sound ; Number of connectivity options ; Thrilling aesthetic

Can falter when more subtlety is required ; Expensive

A wireless speaker with an eccentric design and, at times, a thrillingly excitable sound – but it’s constrained by the very things that make it unique.

As promised, Devialet’s Phantom sets a new milestone in wireless multiroom audio. Whether it’s rendering earth-shaking bass or putting a soft touch on the finest of details, the speaker is an industry leader in almost every category — including price.

Big, broad, room-filling sound ; Heart-in-your-mouth bass ; Striking aesthetic

Lacks transparency and subtlety ; App isn’t a UPnP controller ; In-app multi-room flakiness

A powerful, striking and truly one-of-a-kind wireless speaker, but not the most entertaining one at this level

Exceptional build ; Impressive bass ; Intuitive app

Timing is an issue ; Lacks dynamic expression

Stunning and bold in its design, the Phantom Reactor 600 unfortunately makes much less of an aural impact

Legit audiophile sound from a footprint the size of a toaster. This is the Wi-Fi music system you’ve been waiting for. It’s also the Sonos-killer and the home theater rig you’ve been waiting for. Free software updates improve performance and stave off...

At $2,000, this thing isn’t cheap. Goths will be disappointed; the Phantom only comes in one color---white. To recreate a true stereo soundstage, two Phantoms are required. Order now, before the Euro rebounds

CES 2015.

Stupidly, stupidly loud ; But also highly refined ; Mecha-cetacean-testicular design

Very expensive indeed ; Stands aren’t cheap either

High-end sound to match the bold design… but most of all, sheer loudness