I don't have an MSR+ but, the remote for my Crystalio 3800 video processor does make a whine noise when the backlight is on. For a few days I was puzzled at what was making this noise- was it in my head?? Then I figured it out- its the backlight. Its unacceptable for the CII remote, though I don't need to use it very often anymore, and I think its unacceptable for the MSR+. They should fix it. Its a great looking remote. I also think Meridian users would be well served if there was a smaller wand style remote which had a few major function buttons on it (volume/source/DSP). I feel the MSR/MSR+ is fairly well laid out for a big remote, but its a two hander and a one hander is useful in many situations.

best regards,
Jerry

Best regards,
Jerry
Main System: 861v6, DSP8000s in corners, DSP7000s Center and Sides, 1-9 humans.