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Compared with a fresh budget dongle DAC at this money, this used Meridian looks like a sensible buy rather than a stretch. At £68, it sits below the £75 lower quartile and well under the £81 median, so it reads as a strong deal in the current used market.
Meridian’s Explorer earned its reputation on clean, punchy, unfussy sound with good USB implementation, making it a nice step-up piece for a desktop or laptop setup. The upside here is straightforward: if it’s fully working and includes the right cable, this is the kind of compact DAC that can quietly outperform many cheap new alternatives; only worry about it if the listing is vague on accessories or functionality.
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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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