I am seriously thinking to upgrade to match present Naim system 5. However, I only have Ariva's, not Allae's or SL2's. How will the Ariva's fend? Also, can his system really be in balance with SL2's or is the Allae level a better match?

Thanks

Don

Don

Your Ariva's will be fine. They're excellent. No need to add the 250.2 unless you just have to have its sound presentation. Your 200 hundred will sound great with a 282. You have very nice system and you will find the 282 a great fit.

Clay

Don,
As Clay says stick with what you have and just change your 202/NAPSC for a 282.
As the 282 comes with a NAPSC You can use the money from the one you have towards a Hicap for the 282.
You will love it.
Stu

i made the same move myself not too long ago. i made it piecemeal and was more impressed when the 282 came into my system than the 250.2. don't get me wrong, both were impressive upgrades, but the 282 brought the music so much more into focus. it was a paradigm shift so to speak, while he 250.2 brought more umph, but not new insights.

Don - Adam has got it spot on. In fact although it's hard to explain with some recordings I favour the 200 over the 250.2. When I made the 282 switch I re-deployed my existing NAPSC to my Headline but I think you will find a hi-cap all but essential.

Fender (Strat)

Another vote for NAP200. I prefer it over NAP250(2).

I'd put the money into the pre-amp, or source. Plenty of good options there!

Enjoy your music,

Engelbert

The 282 and a 200 work very well together. The addition of a Hicap for the 282 makes a worthwhile difference too. I would add the HC (or ideally the Supercap, although far more costly, at some point) before cosidering the 250-2. I am presently on the brink of replacing my 200 with the 250-2 (hopefully) as I want the extra 'grunt' of the bigger amp. The 200 does not disappoint in any way though.

Pete

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Originally posted by Pedro:
The 282 and a 200 work very well together. The addition of a Hicap for the 282 makes a worthwhile difference too. I would add the HC (or ideally the Supercap, although far more costly, at some point) before cosidering the 250-2. I am presently on the brink of replacing my 200 with the 250-2 (hopefully) as I want the extra 'grunt' of the bigger amp. The 200 does not disappoint in any way though.

Pete

Get those crossovers off and get another 200 active.
You wont need the grunt.
Stu

I have recently upgraded from a 202/200 to a 282/250-2. I agree with others here but thought both have given noticeable improvements over PSUs (for me). I ama sucker for powerful amps and love the effortless power of the 250-2 whilst the 282 is also a worthwhile improvement

Thanks all - some great feedback.

I note many suggest holding on to my 200 though. Note I do already have a HC to power the 250.2 if I get that. I want to be able to upgrade my Ariva's longer term up to SL2 or Allae level. That is my main reason for the 250 now. Any comments on speaker match to system 5?

Thanks

Don

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Any comments on speaker match to system 5?

I would not use SL2s with system 5. I found they only came to life with a 300. The 250.2 is very different to the 200, so listen carefully before you buy. Remember that Naim will be unveiling a new speaker range soon, so just hang on for that.

Nigel

Yes Nigel! Naim's speaker range is getting rather thin right now

The new range can't be released soon enough......

Engelbert

I know Naimm are launching their c£6k speaker very soon but is there an estimate of when their cheaper offerings wikll come onstream? Are we talking weeks, months or years (aka 'Naim time!')

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Originally posted by hungryhalibut:

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Any comments on speaker match to system 5?

I would not use SL2s with system 5. I found they only came to life with a 300. The 250.2 is very different to the 200, so listen carefully before you buy. Remember that Naim will be unveiling a new speaker range soon, so just hang on for that.

Nigel

I have not heard a 300, but have no doubt it would be better with the SL2 than a (single)250.2.I had to use a single 250.2 on my SL2 (snaxo was back ordered) for awhile and found it to be wonderful (of course it was way better active with the second 250.2). The 250.2 is a great amp.

Bob

I have the CDS2/XPS/200/282/HCx2 feeding Allaes. They are a quality speaker both in terms of style and sound. Positioning is vital (as it is for all speakers) and would be well up to the challenge of Naim's System 5. They are designed to work close to the rear wall, but will not suit all rooms, so a home dem is important. At £2.5k or so, they are good value for money. A little bass shy for some perhaps, but again that's personal taste, room acoustics etc.

The SL2s have a reputation that is hard to match at any price, and it's thoroughly deserved. The Allaes too are highly regarded. I think my Allaes are wonderful speakers and would recommend they are given serious consideration.

Pete

I have made the plunge and ordered the 282 and 250.2.

Seeing the release of the Ovator it will be interesting to see what comes along for a match to my system 5. Ariva's will have to make do for a while now.

Regards

don

Enjoy your system, 282/250.2 is a real winner, with this set up you can test a lot of excellent speakers in the future,

Hi Don, i think you made the right decision! I have recently changed from a 202/200 to a 282/250.2 and for me it has been a paradigm shift!! I am only using Motive 2s at the front end for the moment but they are really not being outclassed -to hear the spead, attack and control the 250.2 brings is sometimes breathtaking! It is much better than a 200, period!

tuk,

are you sure it isn't the 282 bringing the magic?

My 282 & 250.2 were installed today. I am better than surprised at the upgrade leap, and only 3 hours running so far. I sense a long night off musical bliss is coming tonight.

Regards

Don