When I had a C10 on lone (before I had my C15) it was connected via SPDIF to my 861. I tested it with a ripped DTS encoded CD (16/44) and the 861 detected and decode it just fine. This to me indicates bit perfect output.

So providing the output setting on the C10 are correct it should output a bit perfect signal.

I agree with Joel, and it was my assumption that the 218 would be able to MQA decode it digital inputs.

It would be fantastic if Meridian would clarify.

Regards,
Carl

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