Just got my 551 back from a service/recap by Russ / Mr Tech Guy. Spent an hour or so putting the system back together, changing out the bog-standard mains block for the Tacima, checking levels and so on. This is the first time with all units recapped, new interconnects in places and now fully bi-wired. I realise everything needs running in. But on first test with an album I have known since school (Foxtrot) this is a hair-raising experience. I'm hearing stuff (eg fingers sliding on guitar strings) I've never heard before. More controlled, more accurate, more musical/involving. Which is sort of the point
This old-skool Meridian analogue stuff is really quite good. My message to others is if you have acquire such stuff, look after it, have it serviced/recapped and it will get a whole new lease of life. Thanks to all for the advice on here as I nearly ditched it all for a Marantz all-in-one (the one in my office sounds great for what it is). I'm glad I stuck with the Meridian, it's at a different sonic level, especially now.
Next week, I go to collect my upgraded and serviced LP12 and Ebayed Stands Unique. Can't wait to put the final config together with my newly Ebayed Director. Such fun!
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