Meridian Unplugged - Powered by MrTechGuy.co.uk Forums Discussion Meridian - Streaming LAN isolator anyone?

I managed to spend some time this weekend evaluating the GISO. Here are the results from N Yorks.

Before the evaluation I installed a LAN switch for my Meridian system which connects to an Apple Airport Extreme, which in turn connects to a BT HH via a short cable. The Apple Airport provides the wi-fi signal and our PC is directly connected to it by cable. (So hopefully the network infrastructure now complies with the advice given by Ronnie and others.)

I tested the GISO initially with the connection between the switch and the Airport Extreme disconnected (to give the GISO as clean a signal as possible), using a playlist of familiar test tracks.

In summary, I would broadly agree with DaveyC's findings and those of other members who have commented positively on the influence of the GISO. Without attempting to go into great detail, to my brain there was a better focus and clarity to the sound, with a more detailed soundstage and well controlled deep bass etc, etc. But what really stood out was that the music had more life to it - it was more engaging, more enjoyable, more convincing. In contrast, with the GISO removed, the music sounded relatively boring.

I also tested the GISO with the connection between the switch and the Airport Extreme restored. There was no obvious difference that I could hear, just possibly a slight reduction in overall focus and bass control.

The GISO is not exactly cheap, but for me it is a cheap upgrade in the context of Meridian equipment (I went for the GB version for no jusitifiable reason!). It's a keeper.