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Auzentech X-Meridian 7.1 2G Sneak Peek!

post #1 of 21
7/23/10 at 6:33am
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Hey guys, it is about time for a new sneak peek.  Have a look at the X-Meridian 7.1 2G from Auzentech, here:- Preview

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post #2 of 21
7/23/10 at 9:49am

Quick notes:

 

C-Media 8788 processor

4x AKM AK4396

TI TPA6111A2 Headphone amp section (Same as first gen)

Coaxial RCA and Optical SPDIF in/out

Swappable opamps (Stock: NE5532)

 

Thanks for the preview, Robscix!

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post #3 of 21
7/23/10 at 11:26am
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IIRC, the first generation didn't have a headphone amplifer.

 

Your welcome.

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post #4 of 21
7/23/10 at 11:42am
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Originally Posted by ROBSCIX View Post

IIRC, the first generation didn't have a headphone amplifer.

 

Your welcome.


I thought so too, then another website said it had that same chip.

 

Ref: http://www.hydrogenaudio.org/forums/lofiversion/index.php/t51308.html

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post #5 of 21
7/23/10 at 12:41pm
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Originally Posted by Hybrys View Post


I thought so too, then another website said it had that same chip.

 

Ref: http://www.hydrogenaudio.org/forums/lofiversion/index.php/t51308.html


I just had a look at the specification for the original XM, which I also did a sneak peak for way back in the day and you are right, they do have a can amp chip same as the 2G.

Been awhile since I looked at that card and many,many cards and sneak peeks have come out since then.   So in short, yes both card use the same headphone amplifier chip...

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post #6 of 21
7/23/10 at 6:14pm

This might be a serious contender for the Essense ST, after changing opamp and it's cheaper to boot.
 

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post #7 of 21
7/24/10 at 7:27am
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I think it is aimed at a different market segment.  It will be interesting to try it out and have a listen.

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post #8 of 21
7/24/10 at 9:29am

hmmm... been thinking of moving to a prelude or essence, maybe i'll hold off another week and see what this guy is all about.

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post #9 of 21
7/24/10 at 9:41am
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hmmm... been thinking of moving to a prelude or essence, maybe i'll hold off another week and see what this guy is all about.


If it's for stereo audio, I'd probably still suggest the Essence ST.  This thing looks like it's built better for Home Theatre applications than audiophile quality stereo applications.  This is purely my opinion based on zero listening time with the Meridian 2G, though.

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post #10 of 21
7/24/10 at 9:49am
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Well if it has anything in common with the first generation, we should have a nice soudning source for sure.

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post #11 of 21
7/24/10 at 10:37am

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Originally Posted by Hybrys View Post


If it's for stereo audio, I'd probably still suggest the Essence ST.  This thing looks like it's built better for Home Theatre applications than audiophile quality stereo applications.  This is purely my opinion based on zero listening time with the Meridian 2G, though.



Mostly for gaming, but music listening as well.

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post #12 of 21
7/24/10 at 4:41pm
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it will be interesting to have a listen.

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post #13 of 21
10/11/10 at 6:37pm

Anyone heard about this?

 

Rob, your preview said a release date of August- It's October now.  Also, It seems like Auzentech has a hard time delivering these days.  All of their cards on their site are on temporary backorder.  They just moved.  I am starting to wonder about their viability

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post #14 of 21
10/14/10 at 7:08am
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Delays can happen.  I released the information I could...

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post #15 of 21
10/18/10 at 5:12pm
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Originally Posted by ROBSCIX View Post

Delays can happen.  I released the information I could...

 Robscix,

 

I will attribute this to your awesome powers:

 

http://www.auzentech.com/site/products/x-meridian2g.php

 

This was not on there before I replied to this thread! lol
 

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