NSC 222 – A SUPERLATIVE STREAMING PRE-AMPLIFIER - £5700

Start your New Classic musical journey with the NSC 222: a multi-talented streaming pre-amplifier that lets you keep things simple without compromising on musical quality. Enjoy exceptional streaming performance from Spotify, TIDAL, Qobuz, Apple Music, a world of internet radio and more, with support for bitrates up to 32bit/284kHz. Prefer vinyl? The NSC 222 has an integrated MM phono stage. A headphone fan? The NSC 222 features Naim’s latest headphone technology as featured in the multi-award-winning Uniti Atom Headphone Edition, for a sublime solo-listening experience.

Everything you’re enjoying listening to is beautifully displayed on a larger, 5.5" full-colour screen. Easily control the NSC 222 via the Focal & Naim App, the smart Zigbee remote-control handset (no line of sight required) or via the unit itself: the illuminated volume control is a joy to use.

KEY POINTS

• Statement volume control architecture using reed relays. Premium sound quality of fixed resistor volume control, providing precise channel balance. This miniaturised version of the Statement volume control uses super smooth fly-by-wire optical encoder with precision ball raced bearing.
• Reed relay input switching
• Single ended discrete transistor class A input buffers and filter circuits; using hand soldered polystyrene capacitors.
• Built in high quality MM phono stage
• 5.5 inch colour display
• Configurable inputs: Input sensitivity pre-set, naming, AV bypass mode and unused input disabling.
• Uses Naim’s latest NP800 streaming card with LVDS balanced digital signals for low noise. Stream internet radio stations, music from Spotify     Connect, Apple Music, Tidal (and Tidal Connect), Qobuz, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, UPnP servers, USB attached storage and Roon ready.
• aptX Adaptive Bluetooth®
• App control continuity from Mu-so through to Classic range.
• Multi-room capability with other Naim streaming products (right up to Classic range and 500 Series).
• ZigBee RF bi-directional remote control, line of sight not needed, volume changes reflected on the remote.
• Dual optical 3.5mm inter-product communications for synchronised standby and lighting, compatible with the new NAP250 power amplifier.
• Twin fixed frequency (44.1kHz and 48kHz based sample rates) master clocks for ultra low jitter.
• DSP RAM buffer for SP/DIF inputs, eliminates jitter caused by SP/DIF modulation (4x SP/DIF inputs).
• Naim’s proprietary DSP 705.6kHz/768kHz integer oversampling filter.
• PCM1791A DAC Custom polystyrene ultralow dielectric absorption Post DAC filter components.
• PSU upgrade with NPX 300 via two Burndy cables (one digital and one analogue).
• 0.5W standby power. Using two internal power supplies; one is a high quality audiophile linear type, based on a large toroidal transformer. The  other is a highly efficient SMPSU for 0.5W power consumption in standby during standby mode.
• Galvanic isolation of control and audio circuits.

NAP 250 – THE ICONIC POWER AMP: BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER - £5700

To drive the speakers – and music – of your choice to new heights, simply pair the NSC 222 with its perfect partner: the NAP 250 power amplifier.

In continuous production since 1975, the NAP 250 has gained iconic status.  The new sixth-generation model delivers more power, even better performance, and greater system-matching flexibility. The new NAP 250 is a 100W per channel dual-model design, with full power regulation. It’s a party-proof design: its heatsink reacts as the volume increases, keeping things cool. Other enhancements include the addition of true balanced XLR connections, plus a range of trickle-down technology from Naim’s flagship Statement amplifier, including an eddy-current circuit breaker between the speaker outputs.

KEY POINTS

• Can be used with legacy products via the legacy range of cables.
• Separate DR PSUs for power amplifier, including the XLR input stage.
• Eight NA009 Naim custom designed power transistors as developed for Statement (4 for the PSUs and 4 for the output stages). Each mounted on ceramic insulators for ultra low capacitive coupling.
• New triple transistor constant current source (CCS) in delicate gain stage - uses a newly developed CCS for improved sound quality.
• Party-proof: new heatsink design responds to temperature fluctuation, keeping things cool.
• 20 minute auto power off for legacy systems, will wake on detecting music (auto off can be disabled).
• 0.5W standby power. Using two internal power supplies; one is a high quality audiophile linear type, based on a large toroidal transformer. The   other is a highly efficient SMPSU for 0.5W power consumption in standby during standby mode.
• Soft-start power up sequence, preventing the large toroidal transformers from tripping mains circuit breakers due to the large influx of voltage   required.
• 3.5mm optical inter-product communications for synchronised system control, preventing ground loops. This facility offers LED brightness and power control.
• Eddy current divide situated between speaker output terminals for improved sound quality.
• Custom audiophile components such as polystyrene capacitors in filter circuits for low dielectric absorption.
• Through-hole components reducing microphonies picked up via the circuit board fluctuations.

NSS 333 - THE HIGH RESOLUTION STREAMING SOLUTION - £7900

NSS 333 provides a high-resolution streaming solution which does exactly that, in its support of highest quality file formats from UPnP™ devices and streaming services. Using the NSS 333’s internal DAC facilitates improved performance from other audio devices within your system, benefitting from universal control across the Naim range; all operated from Naims intuitive app.

KEY POINTS

• Uses Naim’s latest NP800 streaming card with LVDS balanced digital signals for low noise. Stream internet radio stations, music from Spotify        Connect, Apple Music, Tidal (and Tidal Connect), Qobuz, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, UPnP™ servers, USB attached storage and Roon Ready.
• Twin fixed frequency (44.1kHz and 48kHz based sample rates) master clocks for ultra low jitter. Runs in clock master mode for streaming services.
• DSP RAM buffer for S/PDIF inputs, eliminates jitter caused by S/PDIF modulation (4x S/PDIF inputs).
• Naim’s proprietary DSP 705.6kHz/768kHz integer oversampling filter.
• PCM1791A DAC (running in external filter mode) followed by discrete transistor class A op-amps and filters. Custom polystyrene ultralow dielectric absorption Post DAC filter components.
• aptX Adaptive Bluetooth®
• 5.5 inch colour display.
• Configurable inputs: Naming and unused input disabling.
• App control consistent from Mu-so, Uniti to classic range.
• Multi-room feature with other Naim products (Mu-so, Uniti to classic range, new and legacy).
• ZigBee RF bi-directional remote control, line of sight not needed, control of NAC 332.
• Dual optical 3.5mm inter-product communications for synchronised standby and lighting with compatible power amplifiers.
• PSU upgrade with NPX 300 via two Burndy cables (one digital and one analogue).
• 0.5W standby, auto-standby feature, <2W standby in LONA mode (network active) and soft-start circuit for large custom 4 winding toroidal transformer.
• Galvanic isolation of control and audio circuits.

NAC332 - NO COMPROMISE ANALOGUE CONTROL - £7900

NAC 332 is the analogue hub without compromise, delivering the best in musical performance to your amplifier and loudspeakers. It’s Naims most adaptable preamplifier to date, allowing the connection of headphones and the NVC TT phono stage for vinyl playback that is incomparable in quality.

KEY POINTS

• Statement volume control architecture using reed relays. Premium sound quality of fixed resistor volume control, providing precise channel balance. Uses super smooth fly-by-wire optical encoder with precision ball raced bearing.
• Reed relay input switching.
• Class A discrete balanced input circuits (via two single ended class A buffer, one for hot and one for cold, feeding a discrete class A op-amp).
• Single ended discrete transistor class A input buffers and filter circuits, using hand soldered polystyrene capacitors (Custom ultra-low dielectric absorption filter capacitors).
• Configurable inputs: Input sensitivity pre-set, AV bypass mode and mapping of input socket to button.
• ZigBee RF bi-directional remote control, line of sight not needed, volume changes reflected on the remote.
• Optical in and out 3.5mm inter-product communications for synchronised standby and lighting with compatible power amplifiers.
• PSU upgrade with NPX 300 via two Burndy cables (one digital and one analogue).
• 0.5W standby power. Using two internal power supplies; one is a high quality audiophile linear type, based on a large toroidal transformer. The other is a highly efficient SMPSU for 0.5W power consumption in standby during standby mode.
• Galvanic isolation of control and audio circuits.

NAP 350 - MONO DYNAMIC POWER - £12000 stereo pair

NAP 350 is an industry-leading mono block amplifier allowing a multitude of loudspeaker options. Its dynamic power drives even with the most demanding loudspeakers. It can be used alone or combined with others. Thanks to its silent cooling system, it is easy to install in your chosen environment with no sound disruption.

KEY POINTS

• Can be used with legacy products via the legacy range of cables.
• Separate DR PSUs for power amplifier, including the XLR input stage.
• Eight NA009 Naim custom designed power transistors as developed for Statement (4 for the PSUs and 4 for the output stages). Each mounted on ceramic insulators for ultra low capacitive coupling.
• Newly developed output stage with double driver and double power transistor - improved sound quality and more power.
• New triple transistor constant current source (CCS)in delicate gain stage - uses a newly developed CCS for improved sound quality.
• Party-proof: new heatsink design responds to temperature fluctuation, keeping things cool.
• 0.5W standby power. Using two internal power supplies; one is a high quality audiophile linear type, based on a large toroidal transformer. The other is a highly efficient SMPSU for 0.5W power consumption in standby during standby mode.
• Soft-start power up sequence, preventing the large toroidal transformers from tripping mains circuit breakers due to the large influx of voltage required.
• 3.5mm optical inter-product communications for synchronised system control, preventing ground loops. This facility offers LED brightness and power control.
• Eddy current divide situated between speaker output terminals for improved sound quality.
• Custom audiophile components such as polystyrene capacitors in filter circuits for low dielectric absorption.
• Through-hole components reducing microphonies picked up via the circuit board fluctuations.

NPX 300 – UPGRADED POWER AND PERFORMANCE - £5700

Take your musical experience to the next level with the NPX 300 power supply: an instant upgrade for the NSC 222 streaming pre-amplifier. It disables the internal power supply – immediately reducing the noise floor further still – and provides superior, cleaner power.

KEY POINTS

• Instant power supply upgrade for NSC 222, NSS333 and NSC332
• Scalable: add an NPX-300 power supply to any New Classic source or preamp
• Provides a superior and cleaner power supply.
• Superlative build quality and beautifully designed in the UK.
• 0.5W standby power
• Using two internal power supplies; one is a high quality audiophile linear type, based on a large toroidal transformer.

        The other is a highly efficient SMPSU for 0.5W power consumption in standby during standby mode.

• Legacy mode for compatible legacy products such as the NDX2, NAC 272 (note legacy cable required).

NVCTT AND NPXTT - HEAR MORE FROM YOUR VINYL - £5398

The NVC TT is a glorious-sounding phono stage, which is easy and flexible to use. It references previous Naim designs, such as SuperLine, but also Naims engineering pinnacle – the Statement amplifier. It easily connects to the NSC 222 and NAC 332 pre-amplifiers, offering the very best in elegant vinyl playback. NPX TT is the dedicated power supply for the NVC TT, allowing the NVC TT to connect to legacy and third party Hi-Fi systems. The NPX TT is also an optional upgrade for the NVC TT when connected with the New Classic 200 & 300 Series, enabling the phono stage to reach its full potential.

KEY POINTS - NVCTT

• Separate inputs for MM and MC with discrete dedicated head-amplifiers
• 16 resistive and 16 capacitive loads for optimum MC cartridge loading
• Selectable gain for high and low output moving coil cartridges
• Easy to use and flexible
• High accuracy RIAA frequency response
• Exceptionally quiet performance

KEY POINTS - NPXTT

• Instant power supply improvement for NVC TT
• Provides a superior power supply.
• High quality manufacturing.
• 0.5W standby power. Using two internal power supplies; one is a high quality audiophile linear type, based on a large toroidal transformer. The other is a highly efficient SMPSU for 0.5W power consumption in standby during standby mode.
• Makes the NVC TT compatible with preamplifiers that cannot feed the NVC TT via Type 1 cable.