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Naim Audio Products from the British manufacturer of audiophile audio electronics, including amplifiers, CD players, tuners and loudspeakers
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New Naim HDX Hard Disk player
The HDX reads audio data from CDs, stores it on a hard disk, catalogues the artist, album and track titles and, at the touch of a screen, replays it with utterly uncompromised sound quality. The HDX’s ease of use defines elegant simplicity and it even offers the option of operating as a high-end CD player by directly playing a disc loaded in its drawer.
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CD5i-2 CD player
 $1,795.00
The extensive research carried out before the original CDS could be built has been fully employed in producing the integrated CD5i CD player. Naim has made as few compromises as possible to ensure that this machine offers complete musical satisfaction, rivalling that of the finest analogue turntables. Official web site: Click here for more info. http://www.naim-audio.com/products/cd5i.html
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CD5x CD player with HD/CD
 $3,250.00
The Naim CD5x uses every possible development from earlier and more costly Naim CD players to help establish it as the reference entry-level CD player. The drawer and transport suspension is borrowed from the CDX2; a low inertia, resonance-controlling device that ensures rigid coupling and mild damping without adding to the task of the drive servo mechanism by increasing rotational inertia.
The die-cast zinc and extruded aluminium casework is a development of that used in the existing 5 series and results in an inert case with great resistance to pollution from external vibration.
The CD5x continues the trend of the latest Naim reference products by including RCA phono sockets alongside the traditionally used DIN sockets. RCA phonos allow easy connection to non-Naim amplifiers with a variety of interconnect cables allowing fine-tuning of the sound which is potentially beneficial when used in a budget non-Naim system.
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CDX2 CD player
 Naim CD player w/ HDCD $6,250.00
XPS2 power supply optional (includes interconnect) $5,600.00
Extensive research carried out over the last few years has been fully employed in producing the Naim integrated CDX2 CD player. Naim has made as few compromises as possible to ensure that the CDX2 offers complete musical satisfaction, rivalling that of the finest analogue turntables.
Integrity and stability of the RF signals read by the laser have been prime design considerations. A suspended transport and low mass magnetic clamping system ensures that the disc spins accurately and silently, unhindered by mechanical resonance.
The mass of the custom-made glass reinforced front-loading drawer mechanism has been carefully calculated to optimise rigidity and isolation. The addition of anti-vibration, resonance-controlling feet compliment the elegant new cast and extruded anti-magnetic chassis to protect the sensitive internal components from resonance and microphonic vibration. Additionally' the internal shielding has been improved bringing about further upgraded performance and lower noise.
Official web site: Click here for more info. http://www.naim-audio.com/products/cdx2.html
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CDS3 CD player
 Naim CDS3 Top-loading CD player w/ HDCD
(excluding power supply–required for operation)
$11,500.00
XPS2 power supply for CDS3 or CDX2
(includes interconnect) $5,600.00
Twelve years after Naim revolutionised the design of Compact Disc players, the new CDS3 sets an impressive standard for high quality Compact Disc replay.
All the trademark features of a Naim player are brought together in the CDS3 along with a host of new and innovative engineering solutions pioneered during the development of the flagship NAC552 and NAP500 amplifiers. Together with the elegant styling, the result is a truly stunning, thoroughly satisfying musical performance.
The CDS3 features the latest generation Philips CD10 transport using a high quality hall motor disc drive VAM 1250 mechanism. The crucially important suspension system for the transport consists of three precisely tuned leaf springs to optimise servo operation. Two further independent suspension arrangements isolate both the digital and analogue circuit boards from the environment, using optimally damped spring decoupling.
The Naim-designed e.f.m signal "eye pattern" processing filter precedes a Philips CD10, SAA 7324 servo controller chip which is responsible for transforming wave patterns into digital data, error correction and all transport drive functions. Following this, the digital data is routed to a 24-bit - 8 times oversampling digital filter with HDCD decoding. The data is then sent to two (one per channel) Burr-Brown PCM 1704-K, 24-bit mono D to A converters. HDCD decoding is only activated when playing encoded discs.
Official web site: Click here for more info. http://www.naim-audio.com/products/cds3.html
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CD555 CD player with HD/CD
 Naim CD555 Reference top-loading CD player
(excluding 555PS power supply) $22,250.00
555PS CD player power supply
(required for operation),$9,600.00
First shown and demonstrated at The Hi-fi and Home Entertainment Show, Heathrow 23rd-25th September 2005, Naim's current reference CD player, the CD555 with 555PS delivers the ultimate musical performance from a CD.
The CD555 makes no attempt to play DVDs, DVD-As or SACDs. It doesn't have a digital output. Nor does it have a variable output. The CD555 simply plays CDs and at that it excels. We are confident that is the best CD player ever.
Key features of this fabulous player include a separate power supply from a transformer secondary winding, which is triple regulated, right through to the critical master clock and dejittering circuitry. Special attention has also been paid to reducing capacitive coupling of high frequency noises from other supplies into this super quiet clock supply through interconnect cables and wiring looms. Two Burndy interconnects between the power supply and head unit disretely carry the digital and analogue supplies extend the principle of reducing capacitive coupling between power supplies as far as possible.
The power supply incorporates significant upgrades over existing designs. More regulators have been used to isolate the supplies to various parts of the circuit, minimising their interaction.
The CD555 Digital-to-Analogue Converters are mounted in a "quiet room". Apart from ensuring that all critical signals reaching the DAC have immeasurably low jitter the chips are inside a shielded enclosure to keep their environment free of the varying electric and magnetic fields that inevitably occur in a CD player, so enabling the converters to do their work isolated from all external influences.
Official web site: Click here for more info. http://www.naim-audio.com/products/cd555.html
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Naim Power amplifiers
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SUPERNAIT reference integrated amplifier
SUPERNAIT Six input integrated
amplifier with multiple DAC inputs, 80 W / channel $4,950.00
SUPERNAIT is not just a superbly musical amplifier; it's an analogue and digital audio control and connection hub that just happens to have some of the world's best audio amplification attached. SUPERNAIT's preamplifier section is directly descended from Naim's superlative reference series preamplifiers, and its power amplifier incorporates all the techniques and know-how that give voice to the traditional Naim qualities of rhythmic musicality.
JUST ADD SPEAKERS
Once everything is connected, just add speakers, turn up the volume and listen. The versatility of SUPERNAIT doesn't disguise the fact that it is a world-class amplifier. The preamplifier section is transparent, detailed and fast - just like Naim's other preamplifiers - and the SUPERNAIT power amplifier delivers generous, muscular and musical power into almost any speaker load.
Official web site: Click here for more info. http://www.naim-audio.com/products/supernait.html
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NAIT 5i-2 integrated amplifier
 NAIT5i Four input integrated amplifier,
50 W / channel $1,625.00
There’s a long Naim tradition of the NAIT Integrated Amplifier punching above its weight. It began with the original NAIT in 1983 and continues now with the NAIT 5i. The NAIT 5i takes all that’s best about the tradition, and all that’s best about its 5 Series companions.
The Naim NAIT 5i delivers fifty Watts into real loudspeaker loads, each Watt with the legendary Naim rhythmic drive and musical integrity. Entry level it may be, but the music it makes is detailed, engaging and recognisably Naim. It borrows many of the latest Naim amplifier innovations to become the finest sounding integrated ever to carry the logo.
Versatility is vital for an entry level amplifier. The Nait 5i makes integration with existing systems easy by incorporating phono socket inputs alongside the traditional DIN sockets, and offers the possibility of use with a wide range of speaker cable types. Integration with audio visual systems is handled through a programmable “unity gain” input. The 5i is intuitive in use too. A true plug and play product.
The 5i’s construction and aesthetic borrow directly from the acclaimed 5 Series. It features zinc die-casting, combined with aluminium extrusions and covers, which together result in a rigid case that offers great immunity to the effects of external vibration.
Official web site: Click here for more info. http://www.naim-audio.com/products/nait5i.html
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NAPV 175 3-channel power amplifier
 NAPV175 50 W x 3-channel
AV power amplifier $3,150.00
Dynamics and emotion are trademarks of the Naim sound: the NAPV 175 three-channel amplifier is the perfect partner for our AV2 processor.
The power amplifier topology and layout of the NAPV 175 are derived from Naim’s flagship amplifier, the NAP 500. The best possible performance is achieved by using extremely fast, high power output transistors. All other components have been selected for ultimate sound quality.
Each of the three power amplifiers has its own supply consisting of a dedicated transformer winding and selected rectifiers and capacitors.
The component board is joined to the low-resonance, die-cast chassis using vibration-reducing mounting systems. Low-energy-transfer feet further diminish the effect of microphonic disturbances to the signal.
The circuits and power supplies in the NAPV 175 exactly match those in the NAP 150 allowing the flexibility to specify matching channels of power amplification for any home entertainment system.
Click here for more info: http://www.naim-audio.com/products/nap175.html.
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NAP 150x power amplifier
NAP150x 50 W / channel
stereo power amplifier $1,850.00
The NAP150x's good looks and compact dimensions discretely house an extremely fast, powerful and musical amplifier.
Designed with meticulous attention to detail, it sets new standards in its class with performance and flexibility to match.
The heart of the amp circuit is a version of the world class NAP 500 with a substantial and very quiet power supply using a custom designed and manufactured toroidal transformer.
Improvements over the original NAP 150 include: a new toroidal transformer for improved regulation; separate transformer windings for CH1 and CH2 and Pre-amp (the NAP150 combined CH1 and CH2’s windings); an up-rated pre-amp power supply to improve the performance of the preamp. Click here for more info: http://www.naim-audio.com/products/nap150.html
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NAPV 145 mono power amplifier
 Naim NAPV145 80 W mono
AV power amplifier $4,500.00
During the years of research that went into the flagship NAP 500, many technical developments came about that have been successfully applied to the NAPV 145. Based around the circuit topology of the latest NAP 250, the NAPV 145 provides even greater dynamic capabilities and enhanced audio performance, resulting in the perfect solution for high quality multi-channel or active audio systems
Like the NAP 500, the NAPV 145 uses a new circuit design with improved earthing arrangements, built on a high quality, anti-resonance main audio circuit board. It uses the same 007 transistors that were custom-designed for the NAP 500. These outstanding components each provide up to 80 Amps and 350 Watts, negating the need to use parallel pairs of transistors (which always have a negative effect on sound). Additional 007 transistors are used in the fully regulated power supply, ensuring the best performance.
Anti-vibration, resonance-controlling feet serve to protect the sensitive internal components from resonance and microphonic vibration.
A new top-quality transformer is used providing the ability to swing a massive 400 VA on transients. Furthermore, the NAPV 145 is stable into any load and can drive a 2-Ohm load for long periods of time.
Click here for more info: http://www.naim-audio.com/products/napv145.html
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NAP 200 power amplifier
 NAP200 70 W / channel stereo
power amplifier $3,300.00
During the years of research that went into the NAP 500 amplifier, many technical developments were made that could be successfully applied to the existing products. Many of these developments, along with the elegant new styling have been incorporated, resulting in the 'Classic' line-up.
Like the flagship NAP 500, the NAP 200 uses a new circuit design with improved earthing arrangements built on a very high quality, anti-resonance main audio circuit board.
Anti-vibration, resonance-controlling feet serve to protect the sensitive internal components from resonance and microphonic vibration.
A new, top-quality 430VA toroidal transformer provides more than 300VA of transient power. Separate windings provide dedicated left and right channel rectified supplies with two smoothing capacitors per channel. The NAP 200 also has a separate winding providing a pre-amplifier power supply. This enables the NAP 200 to be used in a two-box amplifier configuration with a Naim pre-amplifier such as the NAC 202. The naim NAP 200 is stable into any load and able to drive a 2-ohm load for long periods of time.
Click here for more info: http://www.naim-audio.com/products/nap200.html
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NAP 250 power amplifier
 NAP250-2 80 W / channel stereo
power amplifier $5,650.00
The newest Naim NAP 250 delivers speed, power and agility providing exceptional detail and musicality in a package built to swing for another 25 years.
For 27 years the NAP 250 has been at the heart of thousands of high-quality audio systems around the world. During the years of research that went into the NAP 500, many technical developments came about that could be successfully applied to the NAP 250. Many of these developments, along with the elegant new styling have been incorporated, resulting in a new Classic line-up.
Like the flagship NAP 500, and the NAP 300, the NAP 250 uses a new circuit design with improved earthing arrangements, built on a very high quality, anti-resonance main audio circuit board. The NAP 250 uses the same 007 transistors that were custom-designed for the NAP 500. These outstanding components each provide up to 80 amps and 350 Watts, negating the need to use parallel pairs of transistors (which always have a negative effect on sound). Additional 007 transistors are used in the fully regulated power supply, ensuring the very best performance.
Anti-vibration, resonance-controlling feet serve to protect the sensitive internal components from resonance and microphonic vibration.
A new top-quality transformer is used providing the ability to deliver more than 15 Amps and swing a massive 400VA on transients. The NAP 250 is stable into any load and able to drive a 2-Ohm load for long periods of time.
Click here for more info: http://www.naim-audio.com/products/nap250.html
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NAP 300 power amplifier
 NAP300 + 300PS 90 W / channel
dual-mono fan-cooled power amplifier
with external supply $11,950.00
After seventeen successful years at the top of Naim's amplifier range, the NAP 135 has been eclipsed by the flagship NAP 500. Many years of research went into the NAP 500, as fundamentally new components and technologies had to be perfected before Naim could raise the performance level. Many of these technical developments, along with the elegant new styling have been applied to the mighty NAP 300.
Like the flagship Naim NAP 500, the NAP 300 is a stereo two-chassis amplifier, one box containing the audio amplifier and the second housing the individually regulated power supply. Improved earthing arrangements have resulted in an entirely new circuit topology built on a very high quality, anti-resonance main audio circuit board. The NAP 300 uses the same 007 transistors that were custom-designed for the NAP 500. These outstanding components each provide up to 80 Amps and 350 Watts, negating the need to use parallel pairs of transistors (which always have a negative effect on sound). Additional 007 transistors are used in the fully regulated power supply, ensuring the very best performance.
Anti-vibration, resonance-controlling feet serve to protect the sensitive internal components from resonance and microphonic vibration.
A variable speed, virtually noiseless cooling fan is mounted on a large internal heat sink providing long-term stability and the ability to swing a massive 750 VA on transients. The NAP 300 is stable into any load and able to drive a 2-Ohm load for long periods of time
Click here for more info: http://www.naim-audio.com/products/nap300.html
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NAP 500 power amplifier
 NAP500 + 500PS 150 W / channel
dual-mono fan-cooled reference power
amplifier with external supply $29,750.00
Our design brief for the NAP 500 required an amplifier that could drive any load down to 2 Ohms for prolonged periods, deliver over 100W into 8 Ohms and sound - at the very least - as good as our reference at the time, the NAP135.
To avoid the compromises implied by the use of multiple sets of output devices, either in totem-pole or parallel configurations, the search was on for a very special output transistor. A bipolar transistor with a specification combination of very high current, power rating and bandwidth was needed, far in excess of anything available to Naim before. A suitable output device was eventually developed after six years' collaboration with a semiconductor manufacturer.
From an early stage of conception it was decided to use bridged amplifiers for each channel of the NAP 500. This allowed the design to have maximised open and closed loop speed, less intrusive protection circuitry and reduced interaction between input and output signals as the very high drive currents to the loudspeaker do not flow through the system earth.
Naim has always understood the importance of reducing supply-induced intermodulation distortions and mains harmonic electrical noise from an amplifier, and has always used regulated supplies in its premier amplifiers. It was considered likely that improvements in these areas would yield further large gains in performance. Each channel of the NAP 500 includes ten stages of local regulation. To reduce interference from the mains supply further, the transformer and first stages of the power supply are in a separate enclosure (the same size as a Supercap), which provides twelve raw d.c. supplies for the power amplifier. Hence, the NAP 500 system consists of two boxes, a stereo amplifier and a separate power supply.
All new circuit topology has been developed to maximise bandwidth and reduce distortions and power supply dependency. Also, special attention has been paid to reducing thermally-induced noise, an especially important consideration in power amplifiers. A variable speed intelligent fan system provides discreet extra cooling if needed.
The performance of the finished amplifier exceeds the design brief in all areas. Power output per channel is over 140W into 8 ohms and compared with the NAP 135, which in itself already provided exemplary measurements, the NAP 500 has five times the internal bandwidth, a quarter of the distortion and a one hundred times reduced operating noise floor.
Needless to say, every aspect of the NAP 500's sound quality is truly exceptional
Click here for more info: http://www.naim-audio.com/products/nap500.html
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Naim Pre-amplifiers
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NAC 122x pre-amplifier
 NAC122x Six input preamplifier $1,650.00
The NAC122x, a replacement for the NAC112x, is based on its larger brother the NAC202 and features a hardwired motorised Alps volume control potentiometer delivering better performance, lower noise in use and an improved feel over the resistor ladder volume control of the NAC112x.
The six DIN inputs are relay switched, contrasting with being multiplexed on the NAC112x, improving performance. Inputs one and six: (CD and Aux2) are duplicated on RCA sockets.
Much care in the design has been afforded to making the casework and PCB as low resonance as possible and to isolate the PCB from the environment and hence deleterious vibrations.
The NAC122x features an additional output in addition to the Naim standard DIN. This stereo output on two RCA sockets, is optimised for connection to an active subwoofer, supports the growing use of 2.1 systems.
Rear panel layout is similar to the NAC202 and hence is Fraim friendly.
The NAC122x can be powered from the preamp power outputs of the NAP150x or NAP200 or can be upgraded by powering it from either a FlatCap 2x or Hi-Cap 2 power supply. One of the DIN inputs can supply power to a Naim Stageline outboard phono stage.
Click here for more info: http://www.naim-audio.com/products/nac122x.html
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NAC 202 pre-amplifier
 NAC202 Six input preamplifier $3,350.00
The Naim NAC 202 combines first-class sound quality with flexibility, style and excellent value.
Significant improvements in technology led to an entirely new range using new high quality star-earthed circuit boards, combining the classic Naim values of musicality and power with flexibility and value.
The Naim NAC 202 may either be powered by a NAP 150 or NAP 200 amplifier or significantly upgraded by adding Naim power supplies to independently feed the analogue audio and digital control circuits. Click here for more info: http://www.naim-audio.com/products/nac202.html
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NAC 282 pre-amplifier
 NAC282 + NAPSC2 Six input preamplifier
(including NAPSC2 power supply–required
for operation) $6,950.00
The years of research spent developing the flagship NAC 552 pre-amplifier introduced a new level of technical and musical performance. Many of these developments, along with its elegant styling have been applied to NAC 282.
Hundreds of hours were spent listening to new designs and topologies, ensuring that the harmony between music and technology was always maintained.
The included NAPSC power supply independently powers the digital and control circuits while the audio circuits are fed either from a NAP 150 or NAP 200 power amplifier or from a stand-alone power supply such as the Hi-Cap or Super-Cap.
Click here for more info: http://www.naim-audio.com/products/nac282.html
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NAC 252 pre-amplifier
 NAC252 Six input preamplifier
(includes interconnects for SUPERCAP2)
$9,850.00
The NAC 252 descends from the NAC 52 - still one of the finest pre-amplfiers ever manufactured. It brings both control and connectivity advances over the NAC 52, and a significantly enhanced construction, aesthetic and finish. Its performance, too, is enhanced with the benefit of a decade of R&D bringing yet more speed, detail, transparency and music.
Many designs were explored and a complete review of the circuit topology and components took place in accordance with the developments pioneered in the NAC 552. Hundreds of hours were spent listening to various designs, ensuring that the harmony between music and technology was always maintained.
Improved earthing arrangements have resulted in an entirely new circuit topology, built upon a single very high quality, anti-resonance main audio circuit board. Anti-vibration, resonance-controlling feet compliment the ingeniously slotted and suspended main circuit board to protect the sensitive internal components from resonance and microphonic vibration.
Carefully matched precision rotary potentiometers with precious metal wipers are used to ensure long-term stability and preserve music integrity. Click here for more info: http://www.naim-audio.com/products/nac252.html
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NAC 552 pre-amplifier
 NAC552 + 552PS Six input reference
preamplifier with dedicated power supply
$30,100.00
The NAC 552 is by some distance the most advanced Naim pre-amplifier ever and has some claim, therefore, to being the best pre-amplifier, period.
The introduction of the NAP 500 in 2001 brought with it a new level of technical and musical performance. A Naim design project group began reviewing the existing pre-amplifier designs exploring possibilities for major design improvement over the existing reference pre-amplifier, the Naim NAC 52.
Many designs were explored and a complete evaluation of the current component and raw material situation took place. The circuit topology was totally reviewed and components upgraded in accordance with the advancements made over the last decade. Extensive listening to various designs and topologies ensured that the harmony between music and technology was maintained.
Power supply design has always been at the heart of Naim research and this project was no exception. For the NAC 552 a radical new split rail power supply configuration has been employed that almost eliminates power supply noise in the signal earth. Housed in a separate, full-width brushed aluminium case; the power supply features a massive 800 VA toroidal transformer, three enormous smoothing capacitors and fourteen hand selected power regulators to independently supply the different stages of the pre-amplifier.
Click here for more info: http://www.naim-audio.com/products/nac552.html
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Naim Audio Visual
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DVD5 DVD player
 DVD5 multi DVD/DVD-A/CD player with multichannel audio output $5,750.00 DVD5 DVD/DVD-A (stereo)/CD player $5,200.00
Naim has always been synonymous with ground-breaking products and the tradition continues with the DVD5 - our first DVD player. Like numerous Naim source components before, the DVD5 raises the bar - performing with DVD, DVD-Audio and CD media to a level well beyond its competition. The DVD5 establishes a new reference level for DVD video quality combined with truly versatile, upgradeable and standard-setting musical performance.
VIDEO EXCELLENCE
The DVD5 incorporates multiple hi-performance technologies - Faroudja DCDi® de-interlacing for example - and supports DVI for outstanding digital video performance. Multiple analogue video formats are also supported including composite, s-video, YPbPr interlaced, RGB interlaced and YPbPr progressive. For non-macrovision encoded discs RGB progressive and RGBHV are also available to provide the ultimate analogue video performance. For enhanced large display performance a scaler upgrade will be available offering custom resolutions up to an incredible 1080p. This will also feature an external input for external video sources such as digital set-top boxes. Official web site: Click here for more info. http://www.naim-audio.com/products/dvd5.html
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AV2 home cinema processor
 AV2 Surround processor (Dolby Digital, ProLogic II / DTS-ES, NEO:6) $5,200.00
The AV2 is designed to be used in addition to an existing stereo system or as part of a stand-alone home theatre. The NAIT5, for example, has a dedicated AV input, which if used in conjunction with the AV2 amplify the right and left channels. The remaining channels, surround and centre, are amplified using our three-channel amplifier, the NAPV175. [Please note that for DTS use a further NAP150 will be required.]
Official web site: Click here for more info. http://www.naim-audio.com/products/av2.htm
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n-Vi integrated CD/DVD player/processor/amplifier
 n-ViFM Integrated DVD player / FM tuner / 5.1 processor / five-channel integrated amplifier $6,650.00
n-Vi Integrated DVD player / 5.1 processor / five-channel integrated amplifier $5,950.00
Combining DVD, home theatre and genuine high-end hi-fi music reproduction has suddenly become simple. The n-Vi delivers everything you need in one box: DVD and CD player, AV Processor, audio pre-amplifier and five-channel audio power amplifier. And each element expresses everything we know about making true to life music and video in the home.
n-Vi is available now with an optional FM/DAB radio module. Surround sound modes include Dolby Digital, DTS and Dolby Pro Logic II.
Naim’s design team recognised that many Naim owners are primarily music enthusiasts and while adding AV to their systems would be a bonus they were perhaps not so convinced as to move to a separate DVD player and AV processor. In addition, many owners wish to have AV systems but not in the same room as their hi-fi system. n-Vi satisfies these demands and includes all the expertise, skills and attention to detail you would expect from a Naim product. The into-one-box integration has not lessened the desire or indeed even the requirement to deliver traditional Naim values of musical performance and the newer values of video and digital signal processing as illustrated by the award winning DVD5 DVD player and AV2 AV processor.
All you need to do for a complete surround sound system is add the speakers: conveniently, the n-System (comprising the n-Sats, n-Cent and n-SUB provides a perfect match). Official web site: Click here for more info. http://www.naim-audio.com/products/n-vi.html
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Naim n-System
The n-System is an extremely high quality loudspeaker system that's designed to offer exceptional performance and versatility. The n-SATs, for example are designed to work well both as the front and rear channels of a 5.1 multi-channel system or as a good pair of small monitors for two-channel use.
The fully-shielded n-SAT features a 130mm, pulp cone driver with low-loss suspension and a phase plug, combined with a 19mm annular radiator HF driver. The tweeter is mounted in a separate sealed enclosure and the 5-litre cabinet benefits from proprietary mass-damping and heavy duty internal wiring.
Designed to complement the n-SATs as part of a multi-channel audio or AV system, the n-CENT uses matching 130mm bass/mid units and an HF driver mounted in a similarly robust enclosure. Each driver is fitted into its own separate chamber within the cabinet for optimum performance.
The n-SUB is designed to complement the n-SATs and n-CENT as part of a multi-channel audio or AV system - or a pair of n-SATs as part of a stereo system where the owner does not have the room to accommodate a pair of floor-standing loudspeakers. Based around a 250mm long-throw driver and a powerful integral amplifier (housed in a separate compartment) the n-SUB provides facilities for great user-configurability, including, for example, completely different set-ups for music and movies. The n-SUB comes with a remote control for optimum ease-of-use.
To help users achieve the finest performance and an ideal installation, the n-STAND and n-BRACKET are available - as options - to support and position the n-SATs correctly. Both feature a three-point, minimal contact speaker interface, and the n-STAND includes cable management for a tidy installation. Click here for more info. http://www.naim-audio.com/products/n-sys_system.html
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nSUBlaq
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Active subwoofer with presets, remote control, multiple inputs, black lacquer
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$4,200.00
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nSUBche
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Active subwoofer with presets, remote control, multiple inputs, cherry
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$3,700.00
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nSUBmap
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Active subwoofer with presets, remote control, multiple inputs, maple
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$3,700.00
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nSATSlaq
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Passive, shielded stand-mount loudspeaker (stands extra), black lacquer
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$2,175.00
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nSATSche
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Passive, shielded stand-mount loudspeaker (stands extra), cherry
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$1,750.00
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nSATSmap
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Passive, shielded stand-mount loudspeaker (stands extra), maple
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$1,750.00
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nCENTlaq
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Passive, shielded center-channel speaker (stand optional), black lacquer
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$1,575.00
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nCENTche
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Passive, shielded center-channel speaker (stand optional), cherry
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$1,300.00
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nCENTmap
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Passive, shielded center-channel speaker (stand optional), maple
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$1,300.00
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Naim Loudspeakers
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Allae loudspeaker
 ALLAEblk Two-way radial-ported
loudspeaker (including crossovers), black $5,500.00
cherry$5,500.00
maple$4,500.00
The Allae offers truly stunning musical performance that will always enhance the pleasure of your listening experience.
Technically this speaker has many features of interest, including the separation of the drive units within their own enclosures, which is now a standard feature of Naim designs reducing mechanical interference and thereby enabling predictable acoustic performance not possible in normally configured loudspeaker designs.
The critical interface between the speaker and the floor is controlled by means of a leaf-spring and cast aluminium, spiked stand fitted to the base of the cabinet.
Installation and assembly of the Allae is simplicity itself, with the bass/mid cabinet sitting neatly on Naim PIPs (precision interface pins) mounted on the top face of the bottom cabinet.
The PIPs define the air gap between the two cabinets, providing a controlled distributed reflex port, which is free of the usual turbulence problems. The bass alignment has been chosen to allow the speakers to be used either against a wall or out in the room, depending on the listener’s preferences and room acoustics.
Acoustically the bass/mid driver is loaded by the larger lower cabinet which houses the high frequency unit and to which the passive crossover is attached. The wide dispersion Scan 19mm HF unit is isolated further by mounting on a sprung plate, acting as a mechanical filter between cabinet and driver.
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SL2 Loudspeaker
 SL2blk Two-way, separate box loudspeaker
(crossovers extra), black,cherry, maple $13,500.00
The SL2 is a compact package of speed, precision and musical coherence
It represents an extension of the Naim loudspeaker design philosophies that were pioneered fourteen years ago with the release of the original Naim SBL, wherein separate boxes are used for the bass unit and its loading chamber.
The two cabinets are separated by a PAR (precision acoustic resistance), a Naim innovation that ensures consistent and accurate loading of the bass drive unit, irrespective of loudness, providing an ideal acoustic performance not possible in conventionally configured loudspeakers. The larger cabinet acoustically loads the bass-mid driver giving the precision and control of a small loudspeaker combined with the power, bandwidth and dynamic range of a much larger box.
Cabinet colorations and resonances are further controlled and reduced by the application of Naim's thermally stable aluminium mass dampers to the internal walls. The decoupled cast aluminium plinth provides essential stability and controls the critical interface between loudspeaker and floor. A combination of curved and non-parallel surfaces reduces internal standing waves and creates a visually stunning loudspeaker, available in a range of modern, real wood veneers.
The Naim designed and manufactured bass-mid drive unit features a computer modelled aluminium chassis and split-mass aluminium phase plug, improving heat dissipation and providing exceptional power handling over a wide frequency range. The wide-dispersion Scan-Speak tweeter was chosen for its ultimate sound quality after exhaustive comparisons. Another Naim innovation for the SL2 is the arm, attached at the mechanically stable aluminium plinth and totally separate from the rest of the loudspeaker, that holds the tweeter. This provides the ideal mechanical situation for the tweeter, making it completely free of interference from the mid and bass frequencies, allowing for the ultimate high frequency performance.
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Naim DBL Loudspeaker
 DBLblk Three-way, decoupled box loudspeaker
(crossovers extra), black,maple, cherry $34,000.00
The Naim DBL completely redefines the performance of large loudspeakers and the boundaries of audio systems in general.
We have adapted and enhanced our separate box technology to produce a fully-decoupled, three-way, dynamic loudspeaker of awesome power and clarity, which also maintains superlative control over its very wide bandwidth. It sacrifices nothing in terms of speed, focus, or fine musical detail.
A massive fifteen-inch bass driver mounted in its own enclosure is vented downwards into the large L-shaped chamber which forms the main body of the loudspeaker and includes the integral stand. Between these two cabinets is a new version of our unique precision acoustic resistance unit, which precisely controls the movement of air between the two.
The top cabinet houses the midrange driver and the tweeter, both of which receive individual decoupling treatments; the tweeter by its own suspension plate mounting, and the midrange driver by slotting and damping the cabinet front panel itself.
The size and enormous performance potential of the DBL has demanded the most ruthless control of unwanted resonances, successfully achieved through extensive use of our computer-aided design facilities. Each loudspeaker employs thirty separate damping systems, each driver is individually selected and computer matched, and acoustic materials are delicately weighed to an accuracy of less than one gram. The result is a loudspeaker of outstanding sensitivity, allowing it to be driven with relative ease. The DBL can be used in both active or passive mode. Passive operation requires our PXO3 crossover unit, while an active set-up uses the SNAXO 362 electronic crossover and either three stereo or six mono amplifiers.
The performance of the DBL needs to be experienced to be believed. Low frequency articulation, extension, attack and transient recovery place it in a class of its own. The superb, expansive midband clarity and the sheer delicate power of the high frequencies come together to present music as a seamless whole. Listening to the Naim DBLs can be a very emotional experience as they bring a completely new sense of scale and presence to performances at all listening levels. They will also provide unique insights into your music and the recording environment, revealing characteristics of both player and instrument, timbre and intonation which you may never have appreciated before.
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Uni-pivot tone-arm
The low-mass, Naim uni-pivot tone-arm is designed to offer the very best phono cartridges delicate yet precise support at all audio frequencies.
Its geometry and construction ensure that difficulties with warped records, end of side distortion and temperature or humidity problems are greatly reduced. It incorporates a fixed headshell and an extremely stiff, light arm-tube. The low slung counterweight, used to adjust tracking force, places the mass in exactly the right position for both stability and minimum inertia and will remain set even when the arm-tube is lifted clear of the turntable.
Arm-tops can be purchased separately to facilitate easy and fast cartridge changes without the need for realignment and recalibration. Also available is a retrofittable lift/lower device called the Aromatic.
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Specifications
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Effective length
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230mm
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Overhang
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18mm
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Cartridge weight
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5.5 to 12gm
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Pivot centre to platter centre
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212.5mm
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