Meridian

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Finished as\nstandard in piano lacquer black, our Select finishing option means Special\nEdition loudspeakers can also be supplied in the colour of your choice.\nFull-range floorstanding and horizontal centre-channel options are offered, for\naudio or home cinema solutions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBespoke Signal Mapping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian Bespoke Signal Mapping utilises digital signal processing to apply\ntailored crossover filters that are designed specifically for each\nconfiguration of drive units within a loudspeaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eE3 Bass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian E3 Bass uses specifically designed filters to expand, extend and\nenhance the low-frequency response of the loudspeaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFFA\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFFA (Full Frequency Alignment) is a combination of digital filters and\ndelays to correct the group-delay of a loudspeakers. It ensures that all\nfrequencies reach the listener’s ear at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQ-Sync\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian Q-Sync deploys Meridian's multiple “First In, First Out” buffering\nsystem which minimises jitter, ensuring perfect timing and improved\nclarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePro-Active Bass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian Pro-Active Bass protects the bass drivers from over-excursion,\nensuring maximum bass output without damaging the drive units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePro-Active Thermal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian Pro-Active Thermal monitors the audio being sent to the mid-range\ndrivers and tweeters and limits the overall volume of the loudspeaker if there\nis a risk of the drive units getting too hot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTrue Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue Time is Meridian's proprietary Apodising Filter that avoids pre-ringing\nand cleans up the effects of early filters, converting pre-echo to\npost-echo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTrue Link\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian True Link is an encryption method for transferring high-definition\ndigital audio over SPDIF connections. It allows secure movement of digital\naudio whilst ensuring that the SPDIF clock signal can be transmitted with\nminimum degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFree-Q\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian Free-Q is used to compensate for acoustic problems associated with\nspecific loudspeaker placement conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Special Edition Loudspeakers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian’s goal has always been to reproduce the sound of the original\nperformance exactly, and let nothing else get in the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Reference Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference series comprises of five loudspeakers, each of which\nrepresents the pinnacle of what Meridian has achieved in their respective\nformats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt by hand in the UK, all Meridian loudspeakers feature Digital Signal\nProcessing (DSP) technology. This ingenious, yet elegant design means that the\nloudspeaker enclosure contains the entire system’s electronics including its\namplification. 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This results in\nincreased resolution, detail and clarity to provide maximum fidelity from movie\nsoundtracks as well as music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecial Edition DSP5200\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DSP5200SE contains a complete matched audio system, giving the highest\noverall quality, lower power consumption and the low-frequency performance of a\ntraditional passive loudspeaker several times the physical volume. Finished as\nstandard in piano lacquer black, our Select finishing option means Special\nEdition loudspeakers can also be supplied in the colour of your choice.\nFull-range floorstanding and horizontal centre-channel options are offered, for\naudio or home cinema solutions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBespoke Signal Mapping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian Bespoke Signal Mapping utilises digital signal processing to apply\ntailored crossover filters that are designed specifically for each\nconfiguration of drive units within a loudspeaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eE3 Bass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian E3 Bass uses specifically designed filters to expand, extend and\nenhance the low-frequency response of the loudspeaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFFA\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFFA (Full Frequency Alignment) is a combination of digital filters and\ndelays to correct the group-delay of a loudspeakers. It ensures that all\nfrequencies reach the listener’s ear at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQ-Sync\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian Q-Sync deploys Meridian's multiple “First In, First Out” buffering\nsystem which minimises jitter, ensuring perfect timing and improved\nclarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePro-Active Bass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian Pro-Active Bass protects the bass drivers from over-excursion,\nensuring maximum bass output without damaging the drive units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePro-Active Thermal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian Pro-Active Thermal monitors the audio being sent to the mid-range\ndrivers and tweeters and limits the overall volume of the loudspeaker if there\nis a risk of the drive units getting too hot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTrue Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue Time is Meridian's proprietary Apodising Filter that avoids pre-ringing\nand cleans up the effects of early filters, converting pre-echo to\npost-echo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTrue Link\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian True Link is an encryption method for transferring high-definition\ndigital audio over SPDIF connections. It allows secure movement of digital\naudio whilst ensuring that the SPDIF clock signal can be transmitted with\nminimum degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFree-Q\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian Free-Q is used to compensate for acoustic problems associated with\nspecific loudspeaker placement conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Special Edition Loudspeakers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian’s goal has always been to reproduce the sound of the original\nperformance exactly, and let nothing else get in the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Reference Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference series comprises of five loudspeakers, each of which\nrepresents the pinnacle of what Meridian has achieved in their respective\nformats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt by hand in the UK, all Meridian loudspeakers feature Digital Signal\nProcessing (DSP) technology. This ingenious, yet elegant design means that the\nloudspeaker enclosure contains the entire system’s electronics including its\namplification. In common with all other Meridian loudspeakers, the models in\nthe Reference series support a suite of Meridian’s unique technologies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAUDIO INPUTS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian SpeakerLink (RJ45) \u0026amp; RCA phono digital inputs accepting 32kHz to 96kHz sampling rates at up to 24-bit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAUDIO OUTPUTS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeridian SpeakerLink (RJ45) \u0026amp; RCA phono digital outputs delivering 32kHz to 96kHz sampling rates at up to 24-bit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePERFORMANCE\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeak SPL: 116dB at 1m (music material)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNoise less than 15dB SPL \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrequency response In room within 3dB: 35Hz - over 32kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAMPLIFIERS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 x 75w (225 w)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall distortion typically \u0026lt;0.02% at any frequency or level\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eLOW-BASS DRIVER\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e160mm polypropylene long-throw\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMID\/BASS DRIVER\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e160mm polypropylene long-throw\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eBERYLLIUM DOME TWEETER\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e25mm (1”) Meridian piston in short-horn, beryllium dome with silver voice-coil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDISPLAY\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEight-character display with additional status indicators; can be blanked during use \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDIMENSIONS \/ WEIGHT\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWIDTH: 178mm [7in] tapering to 300mm [11.8in]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDEPTH: 220mm [8.7in] tapering to 360mm [14.2in]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFOOTPRINT (W x D): 300mm [11.8in] x 360mm [14.2in]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWEIGHT: 27kg [59.5lbs]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePOWER\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20W standby; 300W maximum\u003c\/p\u003e\n"}