From the data sheet:

808.2 Technology
The 808 was the best CD player we had ever made - until the 808.2. The new model features an improved analogue board, a new clocking system, a new buffering system and a new CPU plus new DSP capability with a remarkable new digital audio filter system that is significantly improved over traditional designs, overall offering even higher quality and lower jitter than before. Also new is the RJ45-based interfacing system, allowing a direct single-cable link from the 808.2 to Meridian DSP speakers via convenient, easily-installed CAT 5 cabling.

Utter nonsense from Atlanta.

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