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The Meridian 562v is a classic audio-video control unit functioning as a digital preamplifier, analog-to-digital switcher, and video router. It features multiple digital and analog audio connections alongside composite and S-Video switching, designed to anchor vintage Meridian digital speaker systems or surround processors. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]Audio CapabilitiesDigital Inputs: 5 coaxial cable inputs and 2 optical TOSlink inputs supporting up to 24-bit/96kHz precision.Analog Inputs: 7 phono inputs with a built-in high-quality stereo Delta-Sigma analog-to-digital converter (ADC).Outputs: Main coaxial digital, tape digital/optical, and analog connections for integrating recording devices and amplifiers. [1, 2]Video SwitchingComposite Video: 6 unbalanced RCA inputs with dedicated main and tape outputs.S-Video: 4 mini-DIN inputs with full routing capability.Conversion: Built-in processing to convert S-Video signals down to composite for older display compatibility. [1, 2]System ControlMeridian Comms: Proprietary communication ports to link and sync with other Meridian 500-series components.RS232 Interface: 9-pin D connector for external computer setup and custom installation control.Triggers: 3.5mm jacks providing 8V DC output for external device switching. [1, 2, 3]
This is a strong deal: at US$110, it sits well below the US$151 25th percentile and far under the US$191 median for recent comparable USD listings. On the numbers alone, that’s priced to move, not priced for negotiation.
What makes it appealing is that Meridian’s digital processors have a solid reputation for clean, flexible sound and strong system integration, so a 562V can still be a very capable control center in a serious two-channel or mixed setup. At this price, the upside is real if it powers up cleanly and the inputs, display, and remote functions are intact; for a well-kept unit, this looks like the kind of purchase fellow enthusiasts are happy to make.
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Meridian Audio, founded in 1977 in Cambridgeshire, England, by industrial designer Allen Boothroyd and engineer Bob Stuart, emerged as a trailblazer in high-end audio. From its inception as Boothroyd Stuart, the company quickly distinguished itself through relentless innovation, pioneering digital signal processing (DSP) and becoming the first to deliver high-resolution digital active loudspeakers for domestic use, such as the groundbreaking M1 and D600 models.
The brand's product focus centers on premium home audio systems, including DSP loudspeakers with integrated amplification, active speakers, and high-resolution components engineered for superior sound fidelity. While rooted in hi-fi excellence, Meridian has masterfully expanded into bespoke automotive audio, crafting immersive systems for luxury marques like Land Rover, Jaguar, and McLaren, with signature 3D surround setups featuring up to 23 speakers tailored to vehicle acoustics.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, Meridian commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its British-engineered precision, over 350 industry awards, and museum-worthy designs exhibited at the Victoria and Albert Museum and MoMA. It remains a benchmark for acoustic innovation, blending heritage craftsmanship with forward-thinking technology across home and automotive realms.
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