Meridian 861 controller - Supercharged V6 (CES 2010)

January 22, 2010

Highlights

Taking the current 861 controller to another level the version 6 is so advanced that they have skipped version 5.

One key feature is the new analogue input card adapter that features 96 khz/ 24bit A/D conversion for optimum audio quality. The card can be configured via the internal set up options to allow for six 2ch channel audio inputs or two 5.1 sources or a mix of both. It also has a balanced analogue 8 channel output featuring the same high quality card used in their reference 808.3 CD player for noise free quality audio.

The refined digital input card has assignable options for all 6 digital co-axial and optical inputs/ outputs. Along with supporting two Smartlink sources for the multichannel encrypted Meridian system.

The philosophy for control and compatibility continues with the Speaker Link System, allowing direct digital speaker interface of Meridian speakers. Whilst the MMHR, Meridian Multi channel High resolution offers connection to Meridians HD621 for full 8ch support from Blu-ray and the two speaker link inputs allow for a control 10 Sooloos music system and their reference 808 CD player to be connected.

Network control is supported by two RS232 controllers, and an IR interface via a RG45 connector.

The unit is available from February and the Meridian is finished in the select system option of 256 custom colours.

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