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Meridian Trifield?

Reading "TAS" editor Robert Harley's book "High End Audio", and am intrigued by his comments regarding Meridian's Trifield playback algorithm for playing back 2-channel sources over more than two speakers. He writes "it fills the center of the soundstage, presents a wider sweet spot . . . profound ability to solidify the soundstage."

I cannot help but wonder, if the results are so compelling, why is it not more utilized? Are forum members able to offer views on this or relate experience with Trifield?

I have also heard "anecdotally" about negative reliability and usability issues with Meridian product. Is anyone able to comment on this as well?

Thank you.





pfrank12

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pfrank12 OP
23 posts
 

thanks for your input and I agree with your remarks, however, my question relates specifically to Meridian's proprietary"Trifield" algorithm derived from Ambisonics for extracted ambience. According to
Harley's book, the effect is subtle but profound. So, I am wondering if any forum readers have experience with "Trifield", have the same experience, and if so, why are so few audiofiles  familiar with it.

I suspect that the cost and complex nature of Meridian components may be a factor.

pfrank12 OP
23 posts
 

thanks for your input on this; i appreciate your response. Did you experience any set-up difficulties or operational issues with the Meridian?

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