|
|
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 945
Pan-dimensional being
|
|
Pan-dimensional being
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 945 |
Given that the next step up from a Director is currently a 818, that's a pretty steep upgrade curve!
Mark
G68, baby Genelecs, Humax Foxsat, Oppo+Vanity93, Toshiba HD-A35, Pioneer CLD-925 + Meridian 519, various other random bits and bobs
Got a black G08.2 you want to sell?
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 3,174 Likes: 171
Hooloovoo
|
|
Hooloovoo
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 3,174 Likes: 171 |
Wouldn't the AC200 be the next up? After that they'd probably expect you'd move to Sooloos, so an MC200, then add endpoints, etc.
I think this is a great product from Meridian, hope it sounds good and does very well for them.
Last edited by Carl; 2013-08-07 01:43. Reason: Redundent Quotation Removed
HC: 861v4/ID40/LPS, DSP5000, DSP5000VC, DSP3100, SW1600, HD621, Oppo BDP-105, Sony VPL-HW55ES
2-Channel: Oppo BDP-105, TEAC VRDS-7/Trichord Clock 3/PSU, 551, Quad 303, Harbeth Compact 7ES-3, Kimber cables, Russ Andrews mains and supports.
Previous Meridian: 5000C, 5200SL, 7200.2, 6000, 562V.2, 568.2mm, 800v4, 808.2i, 818v2/v3, 861v8, 502
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 4,013 Likes: 1
Vogon Civil Servant
|
|
Vogon Civil Servant
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 4,013 Likes: 1 |
AC200 only has digital out, no analogue out.
Sooloos, Roon, G series (with LPS upgrade), 800 series (with LPS upgrade), HD621, AC200, Prime and PS, DSPs old and new.
Purdeys, Moke, Leica, 'Blad. Only the best.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 3,174 Likes: 171
Hooloovoo
|
|
Hooloovoo
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 3,174 Likes: 171 |
HC: 861v4/ID40/LPS, DSP5000, DSP5000VC, DSP3100, SW1600, HD621, Oppo BDP-105, Sony VPL-HW55ES
2-Channel: Oppo BDP-105, TEAC VRDS-7/Trichord Clock 3/PSU, 551, Quad 303, Harbeth Compact 7ES-3, Kimber cables, Russ Andrews mains and supports.
Previous Meridian: 5000C, 5200SL, 7200.2, 6000, 562V.2, 568.2mm, 800v4, 808.2i, 818v2/v3, 861v8, 502
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 124 Likes: 1
Hitchhiker
|
|
Hitchhiker
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 124 Likes: 1 |
Wouldn't the AC200 be the next up? After that they'd probably expect you'd move to Sooloos, so an MC200, then add endpoints, etc. Yes it's a pretty big leap from the Director to the AC200. Meridian could fill he gap with a product that combines the best features of the Explorer and Director (DAC w/apodizing filter; multiple digital inputs, headphone amplifier; volume control and variable RCA outputs). Something a bit like the Naim DAC V-1, which when paired with some acive loudspakers could result in a top notch desktop audio system. But I suppose that could make the AC200 look overpriced in comparison.
G68, G91, G98, DSP3100C, DSP3100 (x6), M80 (x3)
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 64
Meridian Partner Mostly harmless
|
|
Meridian Partner Mostly harmless
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 64 |
Oh that is seriously tempting.
Does it do volume control though? I should mention that certain products like Sonos attenuate the digital output so you do get volume control. We have set this up as a test with a Sonos Connect via the Director and volume control works but you'd need to check with what you are intending to connect. Thanks, Justin.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 4,013 Likes: 1
Vogon Civil Servant
|
|
Vogon Civil Servant
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 4,013 Likes: 1 |
Won't you lose resolution using Sonos volume control with the Director?
Sooloos, Roon, G series (with LPS upgrade), 800 series (with LPS upgrade), HD621, AC200, Prime and PS, DSPs old and new.
Purdeys, Moke, Leica, 'Blad. Only the best.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 64
Meridian Partner Mostly harmless
|
|
Meridian Partner Mostly harmless
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 64 |
Yes you would lose resolution when not at full output. The Director will still improve this signal using upsampling, apodising etc but the best way would be to supply Director with a fixed full resolution digital signal and use the preamp
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 412
Hitchhiker
|
|
Hitchhiker
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 412 |
I just bought an Explorer last month. AHHHHHH......
This thing looks more like what I REALLY wanted. Darn those new product announcements. Any trade up programs?
565, 562V, 518, DSP5500, DSP5000C, Misc analog for rear channels, Talon 12 in sub
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 909 Likes: 2
Pan-dimensional being
|
|
Pan-dimensional being
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 909 Likes: 2 |
Don't feel right for M made a pure analogue output device.Consider this is for "new marketing"
Last edited by Albert; 2013-08-07 16:09.
HT: Audiocom LX800CE, MP-60,HOLO MAY*2 Analogue speaker(LRC), DSP5200SL (side), DSP7200SE (rear),AntimodeX4,JTR Cap4000ULF*2,Christie HD8C,GIK Bass Traps.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 412
Hitchhiker
|
|
Hitchhiker
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 412 |
I'm trying to think of the scenario where one would use the digital output on this device. Can you help me understand what you are thinking about? For me, I have a set of powered speakers on my computer and getting improved sound running from my computer to the powered speakers is what I'm looking for and this would be perfect. I have the Explorer which is nice, but with apodising filter and up sampling, analog out using RCA jacks is preferred over the 1/8 inch stereo jack. At least this is my current setup. What would you use a digital output for? Just curious as to your thoughts. Scratch that. I just re-read the brochure (it's late for me, I'm a little tired) It's has optical and coax SPDIF out on this thing as well as RCA analog out. Any US dealers wanting to take in an SLIGHTLY used Explorer that's practically brand new (about 30 days old) with all original packaging in trade for the Director? Just curious. Thanks! Update. I'm getting the Director so I got the dealer to swap out. YEAH! I'm happy now. For those that want a better picture of the back of the device, go to Audio Advisor's website. http://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=MEDIRThey have great photos, but it has obviously USB, but it has two L&R RCA outputs and then a 1/8 inch jack for SPDIF and Opitcal.
Last edited by DrOne; 2013-08-08 02:36.
565, 562V, 518, DSP5500, DSP5000C, Misc analog for rear channels, Talon 12 in sub
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 4,013 Likes: 1
Vogon Civil Servant
|
|
Vogon Civil Servant
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 4,013 Likes: 1 |
What digital outputs?
The combined Toslink and SPDIF socket is an input.
Sooloos, Roon, G series (with LPS upgrade), 800 series (with LPS upgrade), HD621, AC200, Prime and PS, DSPs old and new.
Purdeys, Moke, Leica, 'Blad. Only the best.
|
|
|
|
1 members (Gemeni),
429
guests, and
2
robots. |
|
Key:
Admin,
Global Mod,
Mod
|
|
|
Forums18
Topics31,204
Posts297,193
Members5,503
| |
Most Online4,788
May 22nd, 2026
|
|
|
|
Google Search
|
Meridian Systems
|
Meridian Streaming
|
Restaurant
|
WiKi
|
Duncan's Meridian Info
|
Board Rules
|
Restaurant Rules
