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Product Range 2021
Contents
LOUDSPEAKERS MERIDIAN SERIES RANGE Key
Reference 3 800 Series 15 High Power Array
Special Edition DSP8000 4 818v3 16
Special Edition DSP7200 4 861v8 16 270 bespoke RAL Finishes
Special Edition DSP5200 4 Ultra DAC 17
Optional Rack Mount Kit or
Special Edition DSP7200HC 5 857 17 variant available
Special Edition DSP5200HC 5
High Resolution Audio
compatible
Performance 6 200 Series 18
DSP8000.2 7 218 19 Master Quality Authenticated
DSP7200.2 7 251 19
DSP5200.2 7 271 19 aptX HD Bluetooth compatible
DSP7200.2HC 8 258 20
Universal Plug and Play
DSP5200.2HC 8 210 20
Roon integration
Versatile 9 G Series 22
Spotify compatible
M6 10 G65 23
DSP3200 10 G55 23 Wi-Fi compatible
DSP3300 10 G57 23
DSW.2 11 Works withSonos
HDMI AUDIO PROCESSOR 24
* Without feet/spikes
Architectural 12 UHD722 25 ** Excludes frame and cable feed
DSP750 13 +
Height on standard feet
DSP730 13 (recommended for use on a
DSP640.2 13 carpeted floor)
++
DSP520.2 14 Height on standard feet plus
rubber inserts (recommended for
DSP320.2 14 use on a hard floorsurface)
DSW600 14 2
Loudspeakers
Reference
The Reference series represent the pinnacle of Meridian’s loudspeaker Finished as standard in a piano lacquer black or white, the Special Edition
design and development programme, making them the most advanced Range is also available in any of the 270 Meridian Select colours. The range
loudspeakers that Meridian has produced to date. offers a choice of full range floor standing or horizontal centre channel
options, for audio or home cinema solutions.
Built by hand in the UK, the Meridian Reference Special Edition range feature
Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology. This ingenious, yet elegant design Quite simply, the Special Edition DSP Loudspeakers are the best sounding
means that the loudspeaker enclosure contains the entire system’s electronics loudspeakers Meridian has ever created.
including its amplification. In common with the other loudspeakers in the Special
Edition series, a suite of innovative Meridian technologies are also built in.
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LOUDSPEAKERS Reference
PERFORMANCE: TECHNOLOGIES: Specification/Options
• Peak SPL: 120dB at 1m • SpeakerLink input and DSP • Height*: 1305mm [53.2in]
• Noise less than 15dB spl • Wideband analogue electronics • Width:158mm [6.2in] tapering to
• Overall distortion typical
PERFORMANCE: TECHNOLOGIES: Specification/Options
• Peak SPL: 118dB at 1m • SpeakerLink input and DSP • Height*: 295mm [11.6in]
• Noise less than 15dB spl • Wideband analogue electronics • Width: 1060mm [41.7in]
• Overall distortion typical
Loudspeakers Image Courtesy of
Spire Integrated Systems
Performance
The Performance range of Meridian loudspeakers adopts the same cabinet Finished as standard in a piano lacquer black or white, the Performance range
design and many of the integrated technology principles featured in the is also available in any 270 Meridian Select colours. Performance loudspeakers
Reference range. are available as floor standing or full range horizontal centre channel options
for home audio or cinema applications.
The traditional setup – amplifiers driving passive loudspeakers – is inefficient,
limiting sound quality. Meridian Performance loudspeakers contain a The Performance range combines elegant design with innovative audio
complete, matched audio system with efficient DSP crossovers, multiple DACs technologies to deliver full range performance which offer listeners an
and driver-specific amplifiers, giving higher overall quality and less power use. authentic sound experience.
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LOUDSPEAKERS PERFORMANCE
PERFORMANCE: TECHNOLOGIES: Specification/Options
• Peak SPL: 120dB at 1m • SpeakerLink input and DSP • Height*: 1305mm [53.2in]
• Noise less than 15dB SPL. • Wideband analogue electronics • 158mm [6.2in] tapering to
• Overall distortion typically
LOUDSPEAKERS PERFORMANCE
PERFORMANCE: TECHNOLOGIES: Specification/Options
• Peak SPL: 118dB at 1m • SpeakerLink input and DSP • Height*: 295mm [11.6in]
• Noise less than 15dB SPL. • Wideband analogue electronics • Width: 1060mm [41.7in]
• Overall distortion typically
Loudspeakers
VERSATILE
The Versatile range comprises a collection of loudspeakers that offer The modest size of the DSP3200 is ideal for smaller rooms and they can be
innovative and compact designs without compromise. Featuring individual used on specially designed stands, wall mountings or bookshelves.
components that are perfectly matched and sonically balanced, they deliver
a level of performance that is unsurpassed by traditional speaker design. The DSP3300 and DSW.2 Subwoofer also benefit from compact footprints.
Finished as standard in a piano lacquer black or white, the loudspeakers within
Meridian’s Versatile range of loudspeakers share much of the technology and the Versatile range are also available in any of the 270 Meridian Select colours
innovation used in the Reference and Performance ranges. (with the exception of the M6).
As the series name suggests, the technology, size and flexibility of these The Versatile range combines elegant design with innovative audio
loudspeakers means that they are perfect for a range of applications, especially technologies to deliver an authentic sound experience - whether they are used
in smaller spaces. on their own or as part of a larger installation.
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LOUDSPEAKERS VERSATILE
PERFORMANCE: TECHNOLOGIES: Specification/Options
• Peak SPL: 114dB at 1m • SpeakerLink input and DSP • Height*: 921m [36.26in]
• Noise less than 15dB SPL • Wide range driver •D iameter: 300mm [11.8in] at base, 66mm
• Overall distortion typicallyPERFORMANCE: TECHNOLOGIES: Specification/Options
• Overall distortion typically 2kg • A three-way switch enables choice of set-ups • Weight: 22kg [48.4lbs]
motor system (1, 1+2, 2)
DSW.2 SUBWOOFER
11Loudspeakers
Architectural
Our Architectural loudspeakers incorporate resolution enhancing room. The whole architectural range has a mounting depth of 100mm or less
technologies for the ultimate listening experience in a large range of which means that the loudspeakers can be used for any situation, regardless of
installation applications.The DSP730 joins the DSP750 in the Reference room size or budget, allowing for a simple installation and maintenance free
series, with both loudspeakers delivering Hi-Res audio and the very best in option.
dynamics and clarity. The Performance series within the range includes the
DSP520.2 and DSP640.2 In-Wall Loudspeakers, the DSP320.2 In-Ceiling / The power-efficient active DSP crossovers are individually tailored to distribute
In-Wall Loudspeaker, as well as the DSW600 Digital Active In-Wall music to each drive-unit, bringing your music or films to life. Many of
Subwoofer, delivering fast, powerful, dynamic, and accurate bass. Meridian’s pioneering audio enhancing technologies feature within the range,
such as Enhanced Bass Alignment (EBA) and Centre Elevation to deliver the
Powered by Meridian’s exclusive ‘CLASS-M’ DSP engine and integrated with most lifelike and natural sound. With virtually no visual impact to the decor,
‘DYNAMIC’ Hi-Res amplifiers, the Architectural range is perfect for delivering these powerful, full-range in-wall solutions require only a 100mm mounting
Meridian’s renowned audio quality discretely within any home cinema or living depth and produce wide sound dispersion over the listening area.
12LOUDSPEAKERS ARCHITECTURAL REFERENCE
PERFORMANCE: TECHNOLOGIES: Specification/Options
• Peak SPL: 120dB at 1m, 108dB at 4m • SpeakerLink input and DSP • Height: 1251.3mm [49.25in]**
• Bass extension: 30Hz • Centre Elevation • Width: 203mm [8in]
• 5 pairs of Class-D amplifiers each pair bridged • Enhanced Bass Alignment (EBA) • Depth: 102mm [4in]
for greater than 100W into 8 Ohms • Meridian Apodising Filter • Weight: 16kg [35lbs]
• 2 x 160mm bass long throw drivers, 2 x • MHR (Meridian High Resolution) • Finish: grill can be painted to match decor
100mm mid-range drivers and 1 x Beryllium • FIFO Buffering
dome tweeter with diffraction expansion • Soundbar or centre channel application
technology neodymium magnets • Powered by Meridian’s exclusive CLASS-M’
• Frequency response in room within 3dB: DSP engine
30Hz - 40kHz • Meridian Dynamic Amplifier Design
• Horizontal Dispersion: 120° @ 20Hz - 10kHz • Expansion Diffraction Technology
DSP750 (-6dB), 70° @ 18kHz (-6dB) • Left + Right mode
• 3x DSP750 in HPA = 125dB@1m, Peak SPL:
105 dB@10m/32ft
• Peak SPL: 115dB at 1m • SpeakerLink input and DSP • Height: 800mm [31.5in]**
• Bass Extension: 38Hz • Centre Elevation • Width: 203mm [8in]
• 3 pairs of Class-D amplifiers drivers each pair • Enhanced Bass Alignment (EBA) • Depth: 102mm [4in]
bridged for greater than 100w into 8 Ohms • Meridian Apodising Filter • Weight: 11kg [24.2 lbs]
• 1 x 160mm bass long throw driver, 1 x 100mm • MHR (Meridian High Resolution) • Finish: grill can be painted to match decor
mid-range driver and 1 x Beryllium dome • FIFO Buffering
tweeter with diffraction expansion technology • Soundbar or centre channel application
neodymium magnets • Powered by Meridian’s exclusive CLASS-M’
• Frequency response: 38Hz - 40kHz DSP engine
• Horizontal Dispersion: 120° @ 20Hz - 10kHz • Meridian Dynamic Amplifier Design
DSP730 (-6dB), 70° @ 18kHz (-6dB) • Expansion Diffraction Technology
• Left + Right mode
LOUDSPEAKERS ARCHITECTURAL Performance
• Peak SPL: 117dB at 1m, >105dB at 4m • SpeakerLink input and DSP • Height: 1230mm [48.5in]**
• Bass extension: 35Hz • Centre Elevation • Width: 203mm [8in]
• 8 x 100w Class-D amplifiers (800w total) • Enhanced Bass Alignment (EBA) • Depth: 102mm [4in]
• 2 x 140mm bass long throw drivers and 2 x • Meridian Apodising Filter • Weight: 15kg [33 lbs]
85mm wide-range drivers with neodymium • FIFO Buffering • Finish: grill can be painted to match decor
magnets • Soundbar or centre channel application
• Frequency response in room within 3dB: • Powered by Meridian’s exclusive CLASS-M’
40Hz - 22kHz DSP engine
• 3 x DSP640.2 in HPA = 125dB@1m, Peak • Left + Right mode
SPL: 105 dB@10m/32ft
DSP640.2 13LOUDSPEAKERS ARCHITECTURAL Performance
PERFORMANCE: TECHNOLOGIES: Specification/Options
• Peak SPL: 114dB at 1m, >105dB at 9.4m in 5 • SpeakerLink input and DSP • Height: 800mm [31.5in]**
stack configuration • Centre Elevation • Width: 203mm [8in]
• Bass extension: 40Hz • Enhanced Bass Alignment (EBA) • Depth: 102mm [4in]
• 4 x 100w Class-D amplifiers (400w total) • Meridian Apodising Filter • Weight: 10kg [22lbs]
• 1 x 140mm bass long throw driver and 1 x • FIFO Buffering • Finish: grill can be painted to match decor
85mm wide-range drivers with neodymium • Soundbar or centre channel application
magnets • Powered by Meridian’s exclusive CLASS-M’
• Frequency response in room within 3dB: 35Hz DSP engine
- 22kHz • Left + Right mode
• 3 x DSP520.2 in HPA = 122dB@1m,Peak SPL:
105 dB@7.1m/23ft
DSP520.2
• Peak SPL: 106dB at 1m • SpeakerLink input and DSP • Height: 299.5mm [11.8in]
• Bass extension: 50Hz • Centre Elevation • Width: 299.5mm [11.8in]
• 2 x 80W Class-D amplifiers (160w total) • Enhanced Bass Alignment (EBA) • Depth: 103mm [4in]
• 1 x ‘Racetrack’ oval bass driver and • Meridian Apodising Filter • Weight: 5kg [11lbs]
1 x 85mm wide-range driver • FIFO Buffering • Finish: grill can be painted to match decor
• Frequency response in room within 3dB: • Wide range driver
50Hz to 22kH • Left + Right mode
DSP320.2
• Frequency response: 24Hz to 120Hz • SpeakerLink input an on-board DSP • Height - with grille fitted: 1452mm [57.2.in]
•1 x Class D amplifier capable of producing • Enhanced Bass Alignment (EBA) • Height - without grille: 1429mm [56.3.in]
over 600w total on music or movie transients • Meridian Apodising Filter • Width: 343mm [13.4in]
• 1 x 10in long-throw, low profile design bass • FIFO Buffering • Depth: 87mm [3.4in]
driver • Weight: 23kg [50.6lbs]
DSW600
14800 SERIES
The Meridian 800 Series products are at the heart of many home audio The Meridian 800 Series represents the pinnacle of technological audio
systems. We have drawn on our renowned world-class expertise to innovation and, most importantly, designed and engineered to provide you
create a collection of high performance audio products for a range of with the most rewarding personal listening experience possible.
applications, which includes two-channel pre-amplifier, two-channel
power amplifier, digital surround-sound controller and digital to analogue
converter.
All the products in this range incorporate technologies which are the forefront
of audio excellence. Designed for home audio or home cinema installations,
the products are meticulously designed for stand alone performance or for
larger installations where they can be rack-mounted with our special kits.
15800 SERIES
PERFORMANCE: TECHNOLOGIES: Specification/Options
• High performance digital inputs: 2 x Coaxial • SpeakerLink input and DSP • Height: 175mm [6.9in]
S/inputs: PDIF ≤192kHz/24-bit, DoP 2x • Meridian Apodising Filter • Width: 480mm [18.9in]
Toslink optical ≤96kHz/24- bit 1x SpeakerLink • FIFO Buffering • Depth: 411mm [16.2in]
≤192kHz/24- bit, 1x Asynchronous USB • Brand new DSP chip for high performance • Weight: 16kg [35.2lbs]
≤192kHz/24-bit DSD (DoP) native decode upsampling
• Enhanced analogue output card features • Magnetically isolated design
advanced filtering for broader bandwidth,
maximising the potential of high-resolution
music
818v3 Audio Core
• Advanced DSP processes all sources at high • SpeakerLink inputs and DSP • Height*: 175mm [6.9in]
resolution for maximum quality irrespective • Flexibility to upgrade internal cards • Width: 489mm [18.9in]
of source • Meridian Room Correction • Depth 411mm [16.2in]
• Flexibility to upgrade internal cards • Meridian Apodising Filter • Weight: 14kg [31lbs]
• Accepts multiple input channels of • Powerful 150MIPS DSP processor to
24- bit, 96kHz sampling PCM minimise jitter
• Bass management system
• Smart source functionality
861v8 Digital Sound Controller
16PERFORMANCE: TECHNOLOGIES: Specification/Options
• Countless connectivity options and supported • SpeakerLink input and DSP • Height: 175mm [6.9in]
formats, including DSD, DXD • Digital dither shaping • Width: 480mm [18.9in]
• The first product to include Hierarchical • Meridian Apodising Filter • Depth: 411mm [16.2in]
Converter Technology by MQA • FIFO Buffering • Weight: 16kg [35.2lbs]
• Jitter below 0.5Hz • Dedicated clock card
• High current clock design to reduce low • Dual mono DAC card with power supplies
phase noise isolated from one another
• Linear Power Supply to ensure superb
performance on both analogue and digital
systems.
ULTRA DAC
• 250W RMS into 8 Ohms per channel both • Error correction and lineartity to provide low • Height*: 175mm [6.9in]
channels driven impedence output • Width: 48mm [18.9in]
• 500W RMS into 4 Ohms per channel • Superbal circuitry • Depth: 445mm [17.6in]
both channels driven • High level passive cooling • Weight: 32kg [70.5lbs]
• Bridgeable to >1kW mono into 8 ohms •B lack finish in aluminium and glass or
>1.5kW mono into 4 ohms custom Meridian Select colours are available
• Low-feedback construction provides ultra-low
distortion
• Designed to operate in thermally hostile
environments
857 Power Amplifier
17200 SERIES
The Meridian 200 Series is a collection of high-performance audio zone With a wide range of audio inputs and outputs, flexible installation options and
controllers, theatre controllers and amplifiers, all designed with the many of Meridian’s proprietary technologies on board, 200 Series products
Customer Integrator in mind. deliver outstanding performance in many applications.
Each product is designed to work in isolation or as part of a larger multi-zone
audio-visual installation and a compact footprint means they fit perfectly
within the rack.
18200 SERIES
PERFORMANCE: TECHNOLOGIES: Specification/Options
• Scalable solutions using multiple 218 units • SpeakerLink input and DSP • Height: 42mm [1.65in]
for additional Hi Res zones • Optical, coax, digital and analogue inputs • Width: 204mm [8.03in]
• Digital and analogue outputs to work • FIFO reclocking • Depth: 150mm [5.91in]
with any power amplifier and all Meridian • Lip-Sync for audio/video adjustment • Weight: 0.56kg [1.2lbs]
loudspeakers • IP, IR Trigger and Digital Active Loudspeaker
• Inputs - 44.1kHz to 192kHz sampling and up Control
to 24-bit
• Outputs 192kHz DAC, RCA digital and
SpeakerLink
218 Zone Controller
• 2 x 100w amplifiers into 4Ω nominal load (2 x • SpeakerLink input and DSP • Height*: 42mm [1.65in]
65w into 8Ω) • Optical, coax, digital and analogue inputs • Width: 203mm [7.99in]
• 40kHz Hi-Res Bandwidth • FIFO reclocking • Depth: 221mm [8.7in]
• Inputs - 44.1kHz to 192kHz sampling and up • Lip-Sync for audio/video adjustment • Weight: 2.5kg [5.5lbs]
to 24-bit • DSP upsampling and Apodising filters
• Outputs: 24-12 AWG Compatible, Phoenix • IP and IR Control
speaker connectors and twin 192kHz 24-bit
DACs
• Analogue RCA outputs work with 2.1 system
using a separate subwoofer
251 Powered Zone ControlleR
• Supports 3D audio formats including Dolby • SpeakerLink input • Height*: 88mm [3.5in]
Atmos, Auro 3D and DTS:X • Centre Image Elevation • Width: 440mm [17.3in]
• Compatible with any digital or analogue • Enhanced Base Alignment (EBA) • Depth: 358mm [14.1in]
surround processor • IP, IR Trigger and Third Party Control • Weight: 5.5kg [12 lbs]
• Controls high performance theatre systems • Meridian High Resolution (MHR)
with up to 20 channels from 1 unit or 40 or • Linear power supply
60 from stacked units • Configuration via in-built webpage
• Can be used with Meridian DSP
Loudspeakers or passive systems
• Digital inputs can accept sample rates from
44.1kHz - 192kHz, up to 24-bit
271 DIGITaL tHeATRE Controller
19200 SERIES
PERFORMANCE: TECHNOLOGIES: Specification/Options
• High performance across eight channels • High efficiency (>95%) Class D amplifiers • Height: 44mm [1.73in]
• 70W into 8 Ohms per channel at 10% THD • Linear power supply • Width: 480mm [18.9in]
• 100W into 4 Ohms per channel at 10% THD • Short signal path construction delivers • Depth: 360mm [14.17in
• Cool-running and stackable solution. excellent isolation between the eight channels • Weight: 5.5kg [12.13lbs]
258 Power Amplifier
• Supports highest quality streaming • Features aptX HD Bluetooth technology • Height: 42mm [1.65in]
• Allows the secure movement of High-Res • Supports DLNA/UPnP • Width: 204mm [8.0in]
digital audio, without degradation or loss in • USB input • Depth: 150mm [5.9in] exc’ connectors
quality • SpeakerLink input • Weight: 0.66kg [1.46lbs]
• Seamless Integration with compatible devices • Full dynamic range volume control
including tablets and smartphones • Digital Coax output compatible with existing
• Features both wired and Wi-Fi network con- DACs
nections
210 STREAMER
20we ARE THE
PIONEERS OF
HIGh RESolution AUDIO
21G SERIES
The award winning G-Series high-resolution power amplifiers integrate the performance, connectivity and ease of use. When partnered with the UHD722,
same technology we used within the Special Edition range of loudspeakers. the G65 features a comprehensive input capability to accommodate the widest
The G55 and G57 are high-power, ultra-low distortion, wide bandwidth power range of audio and video sources. Equipped with SpeakerLink and balanced
amplifiers that can comfortably drive any passive loudspeaker with control, analogue outputs, the G65 is equally at home in Meridian Digital Theatres and
fidelity and authority. with analogue loudspeaker-based systems.
Forming the heart of a powerful and flexible Meridian home theatre system,
G65 is a highly flexible Surround Controller, featuring many of Meridian’s key
technologies such as Meridian Room Correction (MRC) while combining high
22G SERIES
PERFORMANCE: TECHNOLOGIES: Specification/Options
• 7.1 Surround Controller with class leading • Linear Power Supply • Height: 90mm [3.54in]
audio fidelity • Re-clocking of the digital audio signal re- • Width: 440mm [17.32in]
• Multiple outputs which enable the creation of moves timing errors • Depth: 350mm [13.78in] plus connectors
both analogue and DSP based systems from • Meridian Room Correction (MRC) • Footprint (W x D): 400mm
the same Surround Controller • SpeakerLink inputs and DSP [15.7in] x 528mm [20.8in]
• 5 x Freescale processors running at 750 MIPS • Multiple outputs for both passive and DSP- • Weight: 10kg [22lbs]
(million instructions per sec) based systems
48-bit arithmetic processing • FIFO Buffering
• Meridian Apodising Filter
• Smart Source
• Upsampling
G65 Surround Controller
• 5 x 100W continuous amplification driving all • RCA and XLR analogue inputs • Height: 132mm [5.2in]
channels. • Wide voltage-range (5–30V, AC/DC) trigger • Width: 440mm [17.32in]
• 1-100kHz frequency response input for remote standby/on switching • Depth: 350mm [13.78in] plus connectors
-/+ 2dB – Perfect for high resolution audio • Bridge/Stereo mode • Weight: 23kg [51lbs]
• Overall distortion typically 650W into 8Ω (bridge mode), ~1000W into • Wide voltage-range (5–30V, AC/DC) trigger • Width: 440mm [17.32in]
4Ω input for remote standby/on switching • Depth: 350mm [13.78in] plus connectors
• 1-100kHz frequency response -/+ 2dB – • RCA and XLR analogue inputs • Weight: 24kg [53lbs]
Perfect for high resolution audio. • Bridge/Stereo mode
• Signal/Noise – better than –100dB
• Overall distortion typicallyHDMI
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NV Integration SIAM
AUDIO PROCESSOR
Meridian’s HDMI Audio Processor provides the perfect link between your Meridian’s HDMI Processor is an integral part of any HDMI cinema system.
Meridian system and the latest HDMI-equipped video sources. When used in conjunction with Meridian DSP Loudspeakers, the integrated
The UHD722 which supports UHD (Ultra High Definition), HD (High system provides the ultimate multi-channel audio experience to accompany any
Definition) and SD (Standard Definition) video. It can seamlessly integrate up to video source.
seven HDMI sources into your Meridian system. The UHD722 splits the HDMI
datastream from the selected source into separate audio and video signals. The
video signal can be sent to one or two display devices while the audio is sent out
of the unit free from the risk of subsequent sonic degradation derived from the
presence of digital video signals.
24HDMI AUDIO Processor
PERFORMANCE: TECHNOLOGIES: Specification/Options
• Supports UHD (Ultra High Definition), • DSP upsampling and apodising filters • Height: 41mm [1.61in]
HD (High Definition) and SD (Standard • Re-clocking of the digital audio signal • Width: 420mm [16.54in]
Definition) video. • Depth: 285mm [11.22in]
• 7 inputs and 2 outputs for simple, high • Weight: 2kg [4.41lb)
performance HDMI switching between
sources.
• 8-channel MMHR digital audio out (RJ45)
• 8-channel coax digital audio out (4x phono)
UHD722 HDMI PROCESSOR
25we craft
AUDIO products
that perform
like no other
26Meridian has always challenged convention.
For more than forty years, we have pushed boundaries,
disrupted norms and delivered products that have shaped
our industry and redefined how people experience sound.
We are the Pioneers of High Resolution Audio.
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