A new Meridian controller is always exciting, and it's great that the G-series makes the huge step forwards in having a linear power supply at last.

But colour me a little disappointed. For some reason I was expecting HDMI inputs. I've long argued in favour of Merdian's approach here, but I'm not convinced any more. I've heard the difference that an HDMI connection makes, and it's not much.

More importantly, I think the fundamental limitations imposed by MMHR may be GREATER than the benefits of doing away with HDMI.

As always, I think what we need is a Meridian Oppo clone player with MMHR output to drive this controller.

Nick