That carnage is the bread and butter of the shysters whose room it was. They have no interest in showing how all that dross can be replaced by a single box from a reputable manufacturer, so why was it there and what was their message? Who at Meridian signed off on getting involved with Russ’s crew?
I think this post probably violates several forum rules, perhaps you should refresh your memory of them at the link at top of page.
Russ Andrews have been a Meridian dealer for many years, over a decade if I recall correctly. Presumably, they were showcasing the new Meridian speaker as a part of the overall range of products they offer.