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Definitive Technology Demand Speakers: D17 Floorstanding (Pair)

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Adorama has select Definitive Technology Demand Speakers on sale below. Shipping is free.

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Available:About the D17 Floorstanding Speakers:
  • Driver Enclosure Type: MDF cabinet with extruded natural bead-blasted aluminum front baffle
  • Driver Complement:
    • 1x 1" (2.54 cm) d (Round) Annealed Aluminum Dome and Laterally Offset - Tweeter
    • 1x) 6.5" (16.51 cm) d (Round) Polypropylene BDSS Bass - Midrange
    • 2x 6.5" (16.51 cm) d (Round) Carbonfiber Woofer - Mid/Woofer
    • 2x 10" (25.4 cm) d (Round) Side-firing, passive - Bass Radiator
  • Total Frequency Response: 38 Hz → 24,000 Hz
  • Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms
  • Sensitivity (1 watt @ 1 meter): 87 dB
  • Lower and Upper -3dB Limits: 42 Hz → 22,000 Hz
  • Speaker Inputs: (Set) 5-Way Binding Posts - Gold-Plated
  • Recommended Amplifier Power Per Channel: 40 watts → 300 watts

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  • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.
  • About this Deal:
    • This price for the D17 Floorstanding Speakers is $100 Lower than our recent FP Deal.
    • The D17 Floorstanding Speakers are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.
    • At the time of this posting, our research indicates that the D17 Floorstanding Speakers are $1,050.99 lower than the next lowest available prices starting from $1,749.99. 

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Adorama has select Definitive Technology Demand Speakers on sale below. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for sharing this deal.

Available:About the D17 Floorstanding Speakers:
  • Driver Enclosure Type: MDF cabinet with extruded natural bead-blasted aluminum front baffle
  • Driver Complement:
    • 1x 1" (2.54 cm) d (Round) Annealed Aluminum Dome and Laterally Offset - Tweeter
    • 1x) 6.5" (16.51 cm) d (Round) Polypropylene BDSS Bass - Midrange
    • 2x 6.5" (16.51 cm) d (Round) Carbonfiber Woofer - Mid/Woofer
    • 2x 10" (25.4 cm) d (Round) Side-firing, passive - Bass Radiator
  • Total Frequency Response: 38 Hz → 24,000 Hz
  • Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms
  • Sensitivity (1 watt @ 1 meter): 87 dB
  • Lower and Upper -3dB Limits: 42 Hz → 22,000 Hz
  • Speaker Inputs: (Set) 5-Way Binding Posts - Gold-Plated
  • Recommended Amplifier Power Per Channel: 40 watts → 300 watts

Editor's Notes

Written by citan359 | Staff
  • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.
  • About this Deal:
    • This price for the D17 Floorstanding Speakers is $100 Lower than our recent FP Deal.
    • The D17 Floorstanding Speakers are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.
    • At the time of this posting, our research indicates that the D17 Floorstanding Speakers are $1,050.99 lower than the next lowest available prices starting from $1,749.99. 

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SpearmintRhino
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Alright, since I'm seeing quite a bit of back and forth on these I'd thought I would chime in with my experience. As mentioned earlier I have already bought a pair of D15s. I think they sounded great. Coming from a pure Klipsch system prior I was delighted to hear how silky smooth these are. The midrange is definitely a step up. I ordered the D17s from his deal and received them on the 28th. I wasn't expecting a huge difference as compared to the D15s and there is not. However the difference I do hear is a plus. The D17s, unsurprisingly, have better bottom end. I think that translates into a bit warmer speaker overall which I seem to like. I love bass and have dual svs sb3000s. I haven't really had the subs on with the D17s yet as I'm wanting to fully break them in. I will say I can understand how some people might be underwhelmed listening to these at first especially compared to Klipsch. Klipsch sound is definitely in your face which I also like but these D15s and D17s just sound more grown up. I noticed that at low volumes the sound is almost boiler plate. Not bad by any means but these things can handle power and when I crank them up to about midway to the max volume I really like they seem to wake up. I'd compare it to driving a civic type R cruising at 40 mph. It's fine nothing wrong with it but not particularly exciting. Step on the gas, ie add some volume and it's like whoa! These really wake up. They are buttery smooth flat all the way up to max listening volumes and they have that great sound as you add volume that gives the impression they aren't breaking a sweat at all and can go much louder. Klipsch does the same in that regard, I think all good speakers do, but there's just something really pleasant with these as the volume goes up. Anyway just my 2c. Happy to answer any questions to.
sandol
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I have the D15s and can only echo SpearmintRhino's positive experience, although I might be coming from the complete opposite end of the spectrum in terms of speaker preferences. My main speakers are vintage Spendors, and I have never liked bright speakers. I was a little hesitant to purchase these speakers because some reviews suggested they are slightly bright on top. I know that not all bright speakers sound hard and brittle, but since I love listening to choral music, an accurate and life-like presentation of the human voice is my top priority. Some of you may agree that, more often than not, even speakers that measure well can fail to reproduce the natural timbre of a voice. In my experience, the D15s produce a wonderfully balanced and natural sound in vocal reproduction. They also do well with acoustic instruments, so if you're a fan of classical music and jazz, I would highly recommend these. I find them to be neutral and transparent to the characteristics of your source and amplification. Yet, at the same time, they have the ability to make music very engaging, enjoyable, and pleasant to listen to, unlike some neutral speakers that can sound dry, analytical, and constrained. As expected, speaker placement had a significant impact on the overall tonal characteristics. I have set up the pair in a semi-open space with at least 8 feet from the wall boundaries in all directions. The midrange and bass are still full-bodied with a wide-open soundstage and precise imaging. I am really enjoying these speakers and wanted to share my experience with you, especially if you're considering them for two-channel music listening.
SpearmintRhino
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I'm in for a black pair. I already have the D15s from a few weeks back. They are properly broken in and they sound so so good paired with dual svs sd3000s. I'm not expecting the D17s to big significantly better than the D15s But I'll be moving the D15s to the rear replacing a pair of Klipsch 820f. The fronts I had prior were the Klipsch 280rf. I like the Klipsch but these are so silky smooth I love them! Hats off to all the nay Sayers. They helped keep demand low on these so the price kept going down. Such an awesome slickdeal!

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tylercookson1
Dec 22, 2023
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The d15s I purchased on the last deal sound incredible and felt every bit of an upgrade coming from Polk LSi9s. If you missed the d15 deal and are on the fence grab these before clearanced out. Careful to check your speaker for defects from shipping, my right hand speaker came with two woofers that weren't working.

EDIT: Crossover replaced via warranty and now works like a charm.
Last edited by tylercookson1 February 3, 2024 at 07:05 PM.
Dec 23, 2023
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NonamedN
Dec 23, 2023
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It's really tempting to return d15 and order this one instead...
Dec 23, 2023
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SivaS3306
Dec 23, 2023
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Is the price for D17 reduced from $799 to $699?

How are these compared with Infinity Reference 253? Is it worth upgrading?
Dec 23, 2023
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EagerRoad4433
Dec 23, 2023
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Any real reviews in these? That can't find anything that doesn't look like an advertisement.
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tylercookson1
Dec 23, 2023
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Quote from EagerRoad4433 :
Any real reviews in these? That can't find anything that doesn't look like an advertisement.
The build quality and finish on the cabinets are worthy of the original msrp and they sound really good compared to other higher quality set ups I've listened to. Sound is subjective to everyone and the highs on these are not bright and in your face, which I like.

The foundational performance is objectively there, and with the beautiful cabinets it's amazing the price which these are being sold at, my two cents.
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LovePotion9
Dec 23, 2023
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Quote from EagerRoad4433 :
Any real reviews in these? That can't find anything that doesn't look like an advertisement.
Go to magnolia at worst buy where some store will have them demo or the other version which very similar. The sound didn't cut the mustard for me. I saw Focal Chora clearance on Adorama for a little bit more but it a much better speaker.
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Gregv
Dec 23, 2023
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Quote from LovePotion9 :
Go to magnolia at worst buy where some store will have them demo or the other version which very similar. The sound didn't cut the mustard for me. I saw Focal Chora clearance on Adorama for a little bit more but it a much better speaker.
There are reviews that say the sound output is weak from receiver with 150W. You'll need to get an amp and hit it with 200+.
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SivaS3306
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Quote from Gregv :
There are reviews that say the sound output is weak from receiver with 150W. You'll need to get an amp and hit it with 200+.
Can you please share the link for that review?
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necron30
Dec 23, 2023
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Quote from EagerRoad4433 :
Any real reviews in these? That can't find anything that doesn't look like an advertisement.
Take a look at the audioholics review of the d15, I get the feeling they are enthusiasts but not totally comped
Course I got down voted for even mentioning that the d15 deal seemed crazy good to me, so I could be out of the loop about something here
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couponuse
Dec 23, 2023
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Denon, Marantz, Boston Acoustics, Polk Audio, Definitive Technology and Bowers & Wilkins are owned by same company as of now.

Quality of DefTech D15 and D17 is pretty awesome.

Please note these speakers need powerful amp. Don't expect much from regular 100w per channel receivers.

Also check https://support.definitivetechnol...nditioning

Also swap the speakers and listen.
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CrazyGoat
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I look forward to my future grandkids seeing these speakers on sale for $499 as they attempt to clear inventory for decades to come
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hsingh80
Dec 23, 2023
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Quote from CrazyGoat :
I look forward to my future grandkids seeing these speakers on sale for $499 as they attempt to clear inventory for decades to come
Why do you say so? Is it not a good deal for them? I have jbl 530s in the bedroom driven by Denon S970 and was looking to replace them with these. Any input is appreciated.
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AMLORcrd
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank AMLORcrd

12/23 @ Noon MDT:
990 white pairs
635 black pairs

It's a simple trick to figure it out but I don't want to disclose so that Adorama doesn't change their UI.

I'm thinking we'll get these at $600, but who knows...

Looks like they keep changing the link, which is interesting...
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CrazyGoat
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Quote from hsingh80 :
Why do you say so? Is it not a good deal for them? I have jbl 530s in the bedroom driven by Denon S970 and was looking to replace them with these. Any input is appreciated.
Nothing about the quality of the product. But the DefTech D15 and D17 get posted every 2 weeks it feels like. Gives a sense of desperation - but that's just me.
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Azrael_the_Cat
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Quote from couponuse :
Denon, Marantz, Boston Acoustics, Polk Audio, Definitive Technology and Bowers & Wilkins are owned by same company as of now.

Quality of DefTech D15 and D17 is pretty awesome.

Please note these speakers need powerful amp. Don't expect much from regular 100w per channel receivers.

Also check https://support.definitivetechnol...nditioning [definitivetechnology.com]

Also swap the speakers and listen.
Right, at 85.5 db sensitivity a pair of them will only hit 108db peak at 100W peak amplifier power. Barely beating theater reference levels certainly wouldn't be enough!

On a side note I run 86db sensitivity speakers at 100W and at max volume they make my ears bleed, but only barely.

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