Meridian MQA

[Devialetuser]

@Confused I can tell the difference between 24/96 and 24/192 file. If I listen too long to 24/96 I get digititus. Just have to switch off the music and go do something else. Also I have noticed becoming more irritated the longer I listen to 24/96. While listening to 24/192 is more relaxing. I have a test for all this and it's the doze off  test. If I doze off will listening to a recording well in my book that is the best one. On the other hand if I become hyper alert borderline anxious while listening to music then that is a sign it not going to be a pleasurable experience.

On the topic of MQA I agree software decoding will get you 90% of the benefits. But I don't agree with you regarding the blue MQA indication. That is a very significant part of the technology and informs the customer that they are getting what they paid for. Just like when I go buy Blue Stilton it has a sticker saying "Protected designation of origin". It give me confidence that no one has messed around with my cheese.

In all seriousness you have mentioned some very meaningful points. But  MQA is already on its way to becoming a very successful PCM delivery platform beginning with streaming. Let's not be too hard on MQA just because Devialet has not implemented it. It comes off as sour grapes.