Originally Posted by Asa Post
I am not exactly sure what "lifestyle" means. If we accept your definition, are you saying that the M6 is going to be sold on the basis of its looks; against opposition from cheaper, real-wood and shiny-metal speakers costing �1000 - �1500?

I am in a different camp here because I think the 5k2s look elegant, sleek and sophisticated: just look at those curves from the side. But I am not of course suggesting that my opinion represents anyone other than myself.

I am saying that Meridian are becoming more and more of a lifestyle brand, as are many audio companies.
No longer is it OK to just have a box that sounds nice, it has to look the part too.

There has been as much thought in many of Meridians designs as there probably has into how they sound.


I think the 5200s look great too, however, I was surprised that I was in the minority when it came to folk who just saw them as 'a pair of speakers' or were not into hifi at all.

Although I reckon most of us on here think the DSP range look 'sexier' than the M6, I wouldn't be too shocked if many find it the other way round.

I don't think that Meridian are going up against people like Monitor Audio with the slimline range, but I think they have produced a speaker that may be allowed to creep into the dining room or bedroom, where as a 5k2 might not.
I think there has been a lot of thought about the design and how it will be viewed by the non geeks in the family.

No Darling, I've had it months!