I thought the v4 represented a considerable re-design from earlier versions, and that upgrades would not achieve the same performance as a new item? The v6 is a more radical continuation of that process. But upgradability should mean just that, not compromise and huge expenditure. Though it still seeems better than complete, expensive box-swapping every couple of years, so I suppose the 861 has had a good run.

Surely we all know that the moment we walk out the shop our gear is worth 50% of what we paid for it? It sounds as though Meridian are doing their best to keep people on board.

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