Idly wondering (NDX, NAP 300), always dangerous

Posted by: nickpeacock on 01 December 2015

My aim for a while has been to upgrade to NDX and I would really like the new bluetooth model. My circumstances may well permit such a purchase soon. This would probably mean a new model (offset by selling my ND5 XS).

But then I have this little niggling voice whispering NAP 300 (perhaps used, for eventual DR-ing).

My rational brain says it's one or the other for now, but which first? (Actually my rational brain says stick with what you have, but who wants rational?) Should I put off all thoughts of NAP 300 for now?

[PS - yes I will audition, so please spare me that reply. And no I will absolutely never be able to afford NAC 552, so spare me that one also...]
Posted on: 04 December 2015 by hungryhalibut

It's somehow very satisfying to have a nice set of matching boxes, rather than thin ones, fat ones, short ones and tall ones. 

Posted on: 04 December 2015 by Allante93
nickpeacock posted:
HungryHalibut

So I'd get an NDX. This has the benefit of being the same size as the rest of the boxes. 

I should also, very belatedly, pay tribute to HH's appreciation of my design ethos. It really does matter to me whether the boxes are the same size (hence my oft-stated irritation at the NAPSC...)

I know what you guys mean, I try to hide my Napsc:

 

http://i577.photobucket.com/al...0023_zpstfzfn48r.jpg

Posted on: 04 December 2015 by Ikoun

Well yes interesting topic ! Not that many naimees use Martin Logan speakers. Seems that you may have a lot to gain to upgrade your amplifier in any case "DR" your 250 or take the 300 route. I recently moved from 250 to "DR" and i have to say that, to my ears, yes it is closer to a 300, refined and faster, but it keeps its "warm side" with voices and stays "full body" - a wonderfull compromise to me. On the other hand, even as a Hugo fan, a big step in source like a NDS should "dramatically" improve your system as well.

If you feel like your 250 lack something, you can dig the question and audition the other amps for sure, otherwise, one or to ears on a NDS may also change your mind...

Ears decide ;-)

Happy listening

Cheers

Posted on: 04 December 2015 by MDS

Now where's the fun in uniformity?

Posted on: 04 December 2015 by Ikoun

Of course, i love ML speakers, my godfather has a pair with Chord amplifier ;-) a pretty nice system !

Posted on: 04 December 2015 by MDS
Allante93 posted:
nickpeacock posted:
HungryHalibut

So I'd get an NDX. This has the benefit of being the same size as the rest of the boxes. 

I should also, very belatedly, pay tribute to HH's appreciation of my design ethos. It really does matter to me whether the boxes are the same size (hence my oft-stated irritation at the NAPSC...)

I know what you guys mean, I try to hide my Napsc:

 

http://i577.photobucket.com/al...0023_zpstfzfn48r.jpg

I don't know what the poor old Napsc has done to be treated like some mad aunt to be hidden from view. In my experience when the Napsc was put on the main rack (and plugged into the dedicated mains) the performance of the system improved!

Mike  

Posted on: 04 December 2015 by Allante93

I feel you Mike, I wonder how your poor Napsc is doing with your 282/SuperCap DR, SL Interconnects, Focal Speakers, Well That's the Forum. 

 

Enjoy your gear

Posted on: 04 December 2015 by hungryhalibut

I feel for you, Mike....

Posted on: 04 December 2015 by Allante93

Funny  stuff HH!

Posted on: 04 December 2015 by nickpeacock
Hungryhalibut posted:

I feel for you, Mike....

HH - swear, please, now, that you will never change.

Posted on: 04 December 2015 by hungryhalibut

Never say never. I love this new Forum, as I can now use bold. I was simply concerned about people feeling Mike, which he may, or may not, appreciate.