High End Audiophile Quality Meridian DSP5000 Digital Active Speakers Fully active DSP Floorstanders 7k New

For those in the know, they need no introduction
As one of the very finest Speakers ever made by boothroyd Stuart of Meridian Audio
And supplied with the original Meridian Remote Control


Bargain no offers dropped from 1250

The current 5000 model is €13000

No Time Wasters or Dreamers Please

The Meridian DSP5000 are highly acclaimed digital active loudspeakers that incorporate built-in amplifiers, digital signal processing (DSP), and digital-to-analog converters into a single cabinet. This design provides a self-contained, high-performance audio system, widely praised for its precise sound and ease of use in various room settings. 

Key Features and Design

Integrated Electronics: Each speaker is a complete audio system containing three 75W Class-A power amplifiers (one for each driver), digital crossovers, and two delta-sigma digital converters, meaning external amplifiers are not needed.

Digital Signal Processing (DSP): The built-in DSP allows for advanced control over audio characteristics, including bass, treble, volume, phase, and location correction settings to optimize performance based on the speaker's placement (e.g., free-standing or near a wall).

Connectivity: The speakers accept digital inputs (coaxial S/PDIF up to 96kHz/24-bit) and use Meridian's proprietary communication cables to link a "master" speaker to "slave" units. They do not use traditional analog speaker cables.

Driver Configuration: They feature a 2.5-way acoustic reflex system with two 160mm long-throw polypropylene bass/mid drivers and a 25mm aluminum-dome, silver-wire tweeter.

Cabinet: The cabinet is constructed from braced and damped MDF, available in finishes like black ash, cherry, or rosewood. 

Performance and Reputation

Reviewers and users consistently praise the Meridian DSP5000 for its exceptional sound quality, particularly its precise detail, stereo imaging, and deep, articulate bass performance that defies its relatively compact size. 

Sound Quality: The digital design, which keeps the signal in the digital domain until the final amplification stage, minimizes jitter and distortion, resulting in a clean and detailed sound.

Convenience: The integrated, self-contained nature of the speakers means fewer boxes and cables compared to traditional high-end component systems, which is a major draw for users.

Longevity/Upgradability: While an older model, the design was considered a prototype for the future of high-end audio and has legendary upgradability; Meridian has even released software updates for older models to support newer technologies like MQA and Roon (via external devices), extending their relevance.