An upgrade path for Nait 5 owners

Posted by: Todd A on 20 December 2003

As I've detailed in my other thread, my 250 blew up last night. What to do? I need - Need - music. How about drop my Nait 5 into the main system? That's what I did, but I opted to use just the amp section, using my 202/FC2/NAPSC2 combo as the front end. The Nait sounded better than ever. The difference between the Nait 5 pre-amp section and the 202 was immediately and dramatically apparent: every area of performance was improved. So, for anyone interested in moving up the upgrade path, here's an option. You will need a power supply, though. (I've seen a number of questions relating to upgrading while using a Nait 5 over the years, so I figured I'd post my experience.) Too bad that the new Nait 5i won't be as flexible as the Nait 5.

"The universe is change, life is opinion." Marcus Aurelius, Meditations

Posted on: 21 December 2003 by BigH47

Nait 1 was'nt "upgradeable" this does'nt seem to hold back it's desirability second hand or its legendary performance.
I heard the new kit with Tom and agree it sounds great and speaks "Naimish"

Howard

Posted on: 21 December 2003 by J.N.

The Nait 5i sounds like an excellent move to me. It's cheaper than the '5'; more powerful and has a better quality volume pot. It also has RCA sockets to invite a wider customer base.

OK; you can't tweak it - you sell it and move on - I reckon it'll be pretty desireable for those starting out, or a second system.

Sounded good at the Heathrow Show with CD5i and the new Arrivas.