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DeVore Fidelity gibbon Super Nine Speakers
A 2.5-way design incorporating the revolutionary .75-inch textile tweeter first debuted in the gibbon X and two long-throw 7-inch paper cone woofers in a compact but wide bandwidth, very high performance package.
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Stunning 3D imaging and an expansive, deeply layered wide soundstage lead the gibbon Super Nine’s performance, pairing silky mids, airy treble and muscular yet articulate bass. Reviewers such as Todd Cooperider and Jack praise its high sensitivity, amp‑friendly nature and boutique bamboo finish, with a compact footprint that eases placement — a refined, dynamic floorstander at this price.
Pros
- Reference-class, three-dimensional imaging and an unusually wide, deep soundstage.
- High sensitivity and amplifier-friendly load make them easy to drive with many amps, including low-power designs.
- Refined tonal balance — silky, natural mids and clear, airy treble — with impressive dynamics and micro-dynamic detail.
- Well-crafted, compact bamboo cabinetry and finishes that reduce footprint without sacrificing performance.
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Cons
- Sub-bass slam can be a touch limited for listeners seeking the deepest extension; low-end impact is pairing- and placement-dependent.
Sound Quality
94/100
Bass
92/100
Reviewers repeatedly describe 'thunderous yet articulate bass' and in-room extension down to the low 20s (spec 28Hz). A lone comment wanting 'just a little more bass' prevents a reference-level mark, but overall low-end authority and control are praised.
Mid
95/100
Mids are called 'silky smooth' and 'extremely musical' with strong vocal presence and timbral accuracy; reviewer labelled overall performance the best heard that day, which supports a very high midrange score.
Treble
94/100
Highs are described as 'crystal clear' and detailed without harshness. Review text highlights clarity and air, supporting an elevated treble score with no reported brightness issues.
Soundstage Imaging
97/100
Reviewer calls the soundstage and imaging 'the best' they've experienced, describing three-dimensional placement, sounds extending beyond the walls, and 'Houdini disappearing act' imaging — justification for near-reference imaging marks.
Dynamics
95/100
Handles both micro- and macro-dynamics well; reviewer notes it can take high levels 'without a hint of strain' and keeps pace with a Triton Reference except for slightly less low-end slam.
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Build Quality
91/100
Finish options (Bamboo: Cherry, Mahogany, Mink) and DeVore's reputation imply high-quality cabinetry. No explicit build complaints in the review; finish and engineering assumed strong, meriting a high score.
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive two-way/three-way floorstanding speaker: passive baseline applied. No mention of DSP, apps, or special connectivity; no bi-wire/extra terminal features reported.
Value for Money
93/100
At $9,990 the reviewer calls the speakers 'a tremendous bargain,' explicitly praising performance-to-price. High price but strong reviewer value language supports an above-average value score.
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