Originally Posted by Caldham
Started with Linn Sondek, Ittok, Asak, M101B and natural ash M3 (still got it all but not in use) bought new from Howard Popeck at Subjective Audio after a long demo comparing various bits with Chris Cross "Ride like the Wind" as main demo track.

The natural ash M3s were a special finish as at the time Meridian offered to do any wood finish - they delayed delivery a bit as I understood the cabinet maker (or Meridian) wasn't satisfied with finish quality on the first attempts.

I've then gone through loads of second-hand equipment to build up my current stock. I was always attracted to the Meridian upgrade policy and the quality of their support (and maintenance of old equipment).

Chris

My Meridian initiation was very similar to Caldham's. It was just a little sexier looking! grin Sub an original Oracle Delphi/Magnepan Unitrac/Adcom hoMC for the flat earth record deck and a rosewood finish for the M3s and you've got my first Meridian rig too. This kit was the first really major purchase I made shortly after moving out on my own at 19 years old. Who needs a car when you have great tunes and a bus pass?

Happy Trails!
MTB Vince


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