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Centre Speakers - Meridian

A centre speaker is often regarded as most important speaker in a home cinema 5.1 speaker set-up as the centre channel is often used for speech and direct front centre action, handling the vast majority of this vital task. For this reason, we recommend selecting a centre speaker that integrates well with at least your other front speakers. Ideally, select the same brand and same level of speakers for the front and centre channels (for example if you use KEF R-series speakers on the fronts, we'd recommend using a KEF R-series centre speaker). We also sell pre-selected 5.1 speaker packages.


Meridian Audio aims to put the listener at the centre of every recorded performance with their DSP speakers and hi-fi separates. They've pushed the boundaries of sound from active loudspeaker systems and are redefining the possibilities for home audio quality while maintaining a unique design aesthetic.

Since starting their journey in 1977, Meridian's contribution to the world of audio has been more considerable than some may realise. Today, the Huntingdon based company produces DSP active hi-fi speakers and audio systems represent the pinnacle of home audio. In addition to the active loudspeakers and hi-fi released over the years, Meridian has developed and released audio technologies too numerous to list in full here, most of these have been used in products made by other hi-fi manufacturers.

One of their most noteable designs is the Audio Core 200 equipped with everything it needs to be the heart of your system and easy connection to CD player, radio tuner, set-top box, games console, media player, PC and more. It also hosts some of the world's most powerful audio enhancements and is fully compatible with Meridian’s Digital Media System.

Meridian even developed the lossless compression algorithm (MLP) that is used in DVD audio. With Meridian’s history, you know even before you even sit down to listen that you are in capable hands, because not only have Meridian designed the stunning range of products available today, they have also designed the technologies behind them, from the MQA audio format, to the design of their DSP active loudspeakers that features separate power amplifiers matched and optimised to each driver.

The result is a transparent yet joyous sound that you must experience. We were very proud to add Meridian to the Audio Affair product range. While you can browse the range available below, you must book a demo in our showroom to discover more and listen to these award-winning audio systems. Call 0121 224 7300 / 7401 or email us now to book your personal demonstration.

Centre speakers typically use two main drivers as well and a tweeter. As suggested, in order to tonally match this with the rest of your equipment and deliver optimum stereo integration and imaging, it is highly recommended that the centre speaker is purchased to match the rest of your equipment. Using the same type of driver and tweeter across the whole of the front (and ideally rear) of your Surround Sound Speaker System is ideal, as it ensures that coherency and integration is maintained throughout your AV system. While we cite choosing speakers from the same range as being ideal, the reasoning is, for example, that pairing front channel speakers using dome tweeters with a centre speaker that uses a ribbon tweeter would be less than ideal, as there would be two differing presentations of high end frequencies, which could result in a confused and incoherent soundstage and imaging.

Thankfully, most manufacturers design their centre speakers to tonally and aesthetically match their other speakers, meaning that pairing with your AV kit is a breeze. If your existing kit is older or discontinued, our dedicated and knowledgeable team is always happy to assist with advice or demonstrations to help find the ideal centre speaker to integrate seamlessly with your equipment. We also offer free UK delivery, so you can be setup and ready to go in no time.

One factor to consider when purchasing is the height of the speaker, as typically it will be positioned beneath a TV, so ensuring it is not too large and blocking your TV is essential. Much like typical hi-fi and AV speakers, a centre speaker will usually perform better on a dedicated speaker stand. While they may be suitable for use, most speaker stands come in pairs. However, we also offer a range of centre speaker stands, which are available singly, and are designed to accommodate the wider footprint, and also tend to be of a lower height in order to position the speaker beneath a TV.

A dedicated speaker stand will position your speaker at the ideal listening height for optimum stereo imaging and integration. It will also assist in preventing unwanted resonance from affecting the sound your speaker produces. Many stands are fillable, which will add stability to the stand, as well as improving bass depth and authority.

Manufacturers are aware that an AV speaker system can be as much a piece of furniture as it is a functional piece of equipment and, with this in mind, many centre speakers are designed and built to the highest standard from a range of real woods and veneers. We stock a wide range of centre speakers, ranging from entry level models to high end, with a choice of styles and finishes to suit every taste and requirement. Some models are designed to be exceptionally slim, making them much easier to accommodate and position than their full-sized counterparts.

Centre Speakers - Meridian

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