{"product_id":"meridian-dsp9-reference-loudspeakers","title":"Meridian DSP9 Reference Loudspeakers","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDetails\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAcoustic and Visual Masterpieces\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe DSP9 is the second product to emerge from Meridian’s groundbreaking Extreme Engineering Programme; a result of years of investment and research at the extreme edge of audio design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe DSP9 features Meridian’s Precision Sonic Transport which uses innovative techniques and processes which ensure the entire journey taken by an audio signal through a product maintains maximum sonic fidelity, so that the listener is immersed in authentic and realistic sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sculpted lines of the DSP9 provide enhanced sonic benefits, as the curvature of the exterior minimises unwanted diffraction of the sound produced by the loudspeakers. The subsonic bass drivers are housed in an isolated cavity and this separation prevents the forces created inside the loudspeaker by the bass-drivers from interfering with the performance of the midrange driver and tweeter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-id=\"44\" class=\"xo-gallery\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBESPOKE SIGNAL MAPPING\u003cbr\u003eMeridian Bespoke Signal Mapping utilises digital signal processing to apply tailored crossover filters that are designed specifically for each configuration of drive units within a loudspeaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE3 BASS\u003cbr\u003eMeridian E3 Bass uses specifically designed filters to expand, extend and enhance the low-frequency response of the loudspeaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFFA\u003cbr\u003eFFA (Full Frequency Alignment) is a combination of digital filters and delays to correct the group-delay of a loudspeakers. It ensures that all frequencies reach the listener’s ear at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ-SYNC\u003cbr\u003eMeridian Q-Sync deploys Meridian's multiple “First In, First Out” buffering system which minimises jitter, ensuring perfect timing and improved clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePRO-ACTIVE BASS\u003cbr\u003eMeridian Pro-Active Bass protects the bass drivers from over-excursion, ensuring maximum bass output without damaging the drive units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePRO-ACTIVE THERMAL\u003cbr\u003eMeridian Pro-Active Thermal monitors the audio being sent to the mid-range drivers and tweeters and limits the overall volume of the loudspeaker if there is a risk of the drive units getting too hot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTRUE TIME\u003cbr\u003eTrue Time is Meridian's proprietary Apodising Filter that avoids pre-ringing and cleans up the effects of early filters, converting pre-echo to post-echo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTRUE LINK\u003cbr\u003eMeridian True Link is an encryption method for transferring high-definition digital audio over SPDIF connections. It allows secure movement of digital audio whilst ensuring that the SPDIF clock signal can be transmitted with minimum degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFREE-Q\u003cbr\u003eMeridian Free-Q is used to compensate for acoustic problems associated with specific loudspeaker placement conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINPUT CONNECTIVITY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1 x Meridian SpeakerLink connector [RJ45]\u003cbr\u003e1 x co-axial digital audio [RCA phono] supporting up to 192kHz @ 24-bit\u003cbr\u003e1 x optical digital audio [Toslink] supporting up to 96kHz @ 24-bit\u003cbr\u003e1 x USB digital audio [type C] supporting up to 384kHz @ 24-bit\u003cbr\u003eBluetooth via the Meridian B-Link [supplied]\u003cbr\u003e1 x balanced analogue audio [XLR] on analogue input module\u003cbr\u003e1 x unbalanced analogue audio [RCA phono] on analogue input module\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOUTPUT CONNECTIVITY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1 x Meridian SpeakerLink connector (RJ45)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONTROL OPTIONS WITHOUT ANALOGUE INPUT MODULE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeridian comms via SpeakerLink\u003cbr\u003eBluetooth via Meridian B-Link module [supplied] and the Meridian Control app\u003cbr\u003eIntegrated IR receiver\u003cbr\u003eExternal IR receiver connection\u003cbr\u003eRS232 via SpeakerLink input\u003cbr\u003eUSB via Maintenance connection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONTROL OPTIONS WITH ANALOGUE INPUT MODULE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAutomatic signal-sense detect. Switch on detect time less than three seconds; switch to standby timeout approximately 20 minutes\u003cbr\u003eTrigger input on analogue input module [3.5mm minijack]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFORMANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeak SPL: 119dB@1m for a single loudspeaker\u003cbr\u003eFrequency response in room within 3dB: 20Hz – 40kHz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTWEETER AMPLIFIER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClass AB, capable of greater than 150W into 4Ω, \u0026lt; 1% THD\u003cbr\u003eTHD + noise @ 1kHz \u0026lt; 0.005%\u003cbr\u003eBandwidth \u0026gt;100KHz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMID-RANGE AMPLIFIER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClass AB, capable of greater than 150W into 4Ω, \u0026lt; 1% THD\u003cbr\u003eTHD + noise @ 1kHz \u0026lt; 0.005%\u003cbr\u003eBandwidth \u0026gt;100KHz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBASS AMPLIFIERS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFour bridged pairs of Class-D amplifiers - each pair capable of greater than 240W into 4Ω, \u0026lt; 1% THD\u003cbr\u003eTHD + noise @ 1kHz \u0026lt; 0.008%\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTWEETER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e25mm beryllium dome with silver voice-coil, steel custom waveguide\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMID-RANGE DRIVER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1 x 160mm with non-conductive voice-coil former and anti-resonance clamp-ring mounting system\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBASS DRIVERS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4 x 200mm polypropylene long-throw [up to 24mm excursion] with anti-resonance clamp-ring mounting system\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRONT-PANEL INDICATOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlue in Standby, White in use [can also be unlit in use]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREAR-PANEL CONTROLS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePower On\/Off, channel selector switch, input sensitivity switch [on analogue input module]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIMENSIONS \/ WEIGHT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWIDTH: 392mm [15.43in ] tapering to 158mm [6.2in]\u003cbr\u003eDEPTH: 511mm [20.1in] tapering to 187mm [7.4in]\u003cbr\u003eHEIGHT*: 1101mm [43.5in]*\u003cbr\u003eWEIGHT: 68kg [149.9lbs]\u003cbr\u003e*With feet\/spikes fitted\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLOUDSPEAKER PACKED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWIDTH: 660mm [26.0in ]\u003cbr\u003eDEPTH: 550mm [21.7in]\u003cbr\u003eHEIGHT*: 1240mm [48.8in]*\u003cbr\u003eWEIGHT: 80kg [176.4lbs]\u003cbr\u003e*With feet\/spikes fitted\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eReviews\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0225\/9777\/files\/Stereonet-logo.jpg?v=1614348777\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-top: 10px; margin-right: 10px; float: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the new DSP9, Meridian has created something seriously special. Should you be fortunate enough to be contemplating purchasing a genuinely high-performance, cost-no-object loudspeaker, then an audition is highly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Meridian","offers":[{"title":"Gloss Black","offer_id":40446616371282,"sku":"MERDSP9BLK","price":175000.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sage Green","offer_id":40446616404050,"sku":"","price":190000.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Volcano Orange","offer_id":40446616436818,"sku":"","price":190000.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pigeon Blue","offer_id":40446660214866,"sku":"","price":190000.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0225\/9777\/files\/Meridian-DSP9-Speaker-Black.jpg?v=1686172562","url":"https:\/\/soundline.co.nz\/en-int\/products\/meridian-dsp9-reference-loudspeakers","provider":"Soundline Audio Online NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}