Hi

My first Meridian system was a 506-16, 501 and a pair of M60.2s.

They were a significant step up from my Technics system but nowhere near the capability of a 598, which I currently have 2 of.

I believe that there were also 506-20 and 506-24, which will give better performance than the 506-16 but again not what you are used to.

The G98 really is a rebodied 598, I believe that they share the same drive, the only caution I would give is to make sure that the PSU is replaced as they are known to fail on the G series.

Alternatively, you could source a G96, which replaced the 2 versions of the G98 and has a slot drive but I believe no longer has the ability to play DVD-A discs.

Hope that helps.

Cheers and Happy New Year

Jon

Owner since 1996 - 501, 506 and M60.2 Rosewood - Thanks Gerry