SeekerDevialet Dione soundbar
The $2,400 Devialet Dione is a powerful all-in-one Dolby Atmos soundbar that delivers a phenomenal bass output and detailed surround sound. But for the price, it’s not without disappointments.
-- As reviewed by The Verge
Product details
- Technologies: SPACE: Proprietary upmixing algorithm which upscales mono and stereo content into Devialet Dione 5.1.2 audio channels. ORB: Patented central sphere design which adapts to the position of the soundbar (flat surface or wall-mounted). ADE: Innovative speaker placement with advanced digital filters to reinforce 3-dimensional immersion AVL: Real-time dynamic equalization which harmonizes sound levels for a more enjoyable viewing experience.
- Connectivity: HDMI eARC, Optical TOSLINK, AirPlay 2, Spotfiy Connect, Bluetooth 5.0 and UPnP
- Performance: Dolby Atmos | 101 dB SPL | 950 Watts RMS
- Devialet Dione runs on the DOS2 software ecosystem, meaning set-up and customization are seamless in the Devialet App. Devialet Dione also integrates into a Phantom multiroom configuration through Airplay2. This set-up is also possible for any Airplay 2-enabled speaker if you use iOS.
- System Architecture: 17x Devialet custom neodymium drivers: 9x Full-range aluminum drivers 8x aluminum long-throw subwoofers
PROS
+ Sleek, unique design
+ Best bass you’ll hear from a standalone soundbar
+ Extras like Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, etc.
CONS
- Very expensive
- No physical remote control
- No HDMI passthrough
- No EQ controls to rein in the bass
- Doesn’t natively support DTS:X
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By The Verge on August 15, 2022
The $2,400 Devialet Dione is a powerful all-in-one Dolby Atmos soundbar that delivers a phenomenal bass output and detailed surround sound. But for the price, it’s not without disappointments.
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