Meridian Ellipse Streaming Loudspeaker Sound Meridian's Extreme Engineering Programme proudly presents the Meridian Ellipse Streaming Loudspeaker. This streaming loudspeaker produces a natural and truly authentic sound. Moreover, the lifelike audio is incredibly immersive and certainly room-filling. Enjoy music like never before. It delivers bass response usually associated with much larger speakers. Therefore, the Ellipse has complete control over every note it plays. Your music is projected into the room with clarity and powerful authority. This is audio perfection. Design The Ellipse is beautiful to look at and effortlessly elevates any space. Its harmonious curves boast a smooth, pebble-like surface. Consequently, the deep, non-reflective black finish feels luxurious to the touch. This compact form factor is a distillation of everything Meridian does best. Furthermore, the design signature echoes other iconic Meridian products. This perfect synthesis of function and form boasts a timeless aesthetic. The unit is made in Britain using premium craftsmanship. Technology This system is a complete Meridian package in one unit. Ellipse distils the innovations from the flagship DSP8000 XE and DSP9 loudspeakers. It includes twelve of Meridian's unique Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technologies. Furthermore, these features allow the Ellipse to handle any room size without sonic compromise. You can tailor the sound precisely to your listening preferences. Innovative features like Image Elevation and Bass and Space allow this customisation. Additionally, a perfectly sealed, incredibly inert cabinet encloses all the powerful drive units. Streaming Ellipse offers superb flexibility for all your listening needs. It supports both Bluetooth wireless technology and Wi-Fi streaming instantly. For a more stable connection, an Ethernet socket is also provided. It supports AirPlay and works seamlessly with Google Cast. Moreover, native streaming is available from Spotify Connect and TIDAL Connect. The Ellipse is a Roon Ready device and functions as a UPnP renderer. Control is easy: illuminated touch controls are on the unit's top. Therefore, playback functions fall easily to hand. Specification Detail Streaming Bluetooth wireless technology, Wi-Fi streaming, Ethernet connectivity, AirPlay, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Roon Ready, UPnP renderer Audio Inputs 1 x USB-C (up to 192kHz @ 24-bit), 1 x mini-TOSLINK optical (up to 96kHz @ 24 bit), Stereo analogue (via 3.5mm minijack socket) Control Options Illuminated touch controls, Meridian Control app, IR receiver eye (MSR2 remote control available separately), Automation interface Performance (SPL) 100dB@1m (pink noise source) Performance (Frequency) 40Hz – 20kHz in room within 3dB (volume setting 65) Amplification 2 x 25W (full-range drivers), 1 x 30W (subwoofer driver) Drive Units 2 x 90mm polypropylene wide-range, 1 x 150mm x 100mm polypropylene long-throw “racetrack” subwoofer Crossover Frequency 180Hz Wi-Fi Operation Dual band (2.4GHz and 5GHz compatible) Dimensions (W x D x H) 412mm x 223mm x 171mm Weight 3.9kg Power 100V – 240V AC, Max 70W Standard Colour Black
