Hi-Fi Corner

My present system is CD5, 112, Flatcap2, 150, Royd Minstrals, Mana stand, dedicated mains.I've decided to trade the CD5 on a CDX2, trade the Flatcap2 on a Hicap - and trade the Mana on FRAIM.Thus I'll have CDX2, 112/Hicap, 150, Royd Minstrals, FRAIM,...

Can anybody offer advice as to a good cartridge for the Aro... something lively rather than smooth is what I'm after, with tight & solid bass. Lira has been suggested, nevre heard one myself so ???! Any input greatly appreciated...

...happens to be an Aro.Finally saved up enough to pick up an Aro in place of an Ittok on my LP12.WOW!All I can say is that everything just falls into place and music starts 'flowing'. The Aro removes layers and layers of 'dirt' that have veiled the...

I have just got a set of H/K speakers for my PC which consists of a sub and 2 satellites,WOW what a diference from the usual crap designed for computer use. Any time in the past I have downloaded MP3 files from the net they had to be transferred on to...

Hello,There is a "labtest" review of the NAC 552 in this months (June 2003) Hi-Fi News.I have a subscription, so it arrived today, but it maybe a couple of days before it's in the shops.It's a good article - better than the NAP 300 a couple of months...

Hi folks.I'm currently looking around at possibilities for a new preamp. I currently use a DNM preamp which was their entry preamp at the time and has been superceded by one generation of preamps and is about to be superceded by another.Obviously the...

Using the word fast for speakers has a certain meaning you are familiar with as a forum member. Take IBL speakers for being fast.Fast cars are something slightly different. Take fast for acceleration, then you know what I mean comparing speakers with...

I was just wondering if anybody knew anything about the cassette decks this company manufactured in the late 70's early 80's.Is anyone still using them or knows where to get them serviced.John.

I find myself in the situation of posting a stand question when normally I run a mile from thes posts!The situation is; I am awaiting delivery of a Soundstyle Status 5 shelf. It has been chosen partly on cost, mainly on aesthetics (it's a good match...

Have on home demo at the moment.1986 vintage.Seller wants £750.I need to upgrade aerial. Would be grateful for any advice on VFM.[So far it sounds very nice and matches all the other green boxes:this was a comment from my wife so she's happy for me to buy it!] Simon

Hi (1st post!), My Credo's, Nait5 & FC2 will be arriving tomorrow (My CD5 is already here!). My listening room is about 11ft x 9.5ft, with the speaker on the longer wall with a fairly large chimney breast inbetween them. What is the best distance from the rear wall for Credo's? -btw, I'm not a hi-fi newbie! -I've had Kans/bricks for many years, so I know I may have to play around as each room/system is different, but what is a good starting point? +I assume Credo's like being 'flat' to the...

Hello, A couple of reviews i've picked up on here : NAC202 / NAP200 Group test review in HiFi-Choice (May 2003). & CDX2 / XPS2 review / test in HiFi World (June 2003). OK - so, after posting info on the NAC552 Review, you can guess i'm still thinking of the upgrade. Preference is still for a good pre (282 ?) and power (200?), but the CDX2 (with XPS2) certainly gives a lot of food for thought !! ricardo

I have a CDX and wonder how the upgrade is going, any problems? So far I have only 1 cd that has the normal problems to not being redbook correct or what ever that is (seems like it skipping but tho time counter works normally), my sony dvd player...

I see there have been quite a few threads discussing the merits of programmable remotes. I have a Pronto & it works well. Have it controlling my 82 + CD, CD-R, DVD, VCR, TV etc. However, I have two oldish cassette decks Nakamichi CR7 & Revox B215,...

I will probably purchase the s/h Nait3 I have tried for a week now, the only problem being a mechanical hum, which stops when I put something heavy on it. When I remove the case there's of course no vibration either.There is some space left in the amp...

Well???Marc

This happened yesterday afternoon, thanks to a visit from Chris Koster from NANA. Upon arrival he gently removed it from its flight case (a custom built padded suitcase, and NOT part of its normal vestage) revealing it to be on the handsome side of...

Hey everyone, I'm looking for osme upgrade advice. My current system is CDX>Nait 5>Hi cap>B&W CDM 7NTs. I was thinking that is probably makes sense to upgrade the pre amp first, but I wasn't sure. I was thinking about upgrading to 112/150, but then thought that it may not be a big enough upgrade and would be better to wait and make a bigger jump. I also really want an XPS, but feel that the amp and pre need to upgrade before that or I'll have a total mullet. Thanks for any help.

Are there any NAIM users who own or have tried turntables other than Linn. E.g. The Nottingham Spacedeck as mentioned in another thread.I note the Michell Gyro SE has been getting a lot of very favourable comment recently and is far less expensive...

Good afternoon!I have a kind of a silly problem with my pair of IBLs.I bought them second hand for a phantastic price, but as they were out of an active Naim sistem, they came without crossovers.The seller added an extra pair of x-overs out of IMF...

I recently bought a Sony RCD-W3 Cd recorder mainly for making compilations for the car. This is a twin deck machine which makes recording relatively easy. The CDRs it produces play back fine on the RCD-W3, in the car, also on the Sony discman and on...

I added a NAPSC to my NAC202 at the weekend and it has completely transformed the system - different league. Much more lush, detailed and expansive sound.If you haven't got one and have a 102/202 it really is worth the extra 225 quid.Just had to get...

For those who are interested, creative-audio have a hot deal on the DBL's £2,950!!http://www.creative-audio.co.uk/naimdbl.htmRegardsNB

I've started to have a small problem with my CDI. When I put a disk on when the player has not been used for a few days I get an Err message. If I remove the disk and gently move the laser a few mm and allow it to return it will read the disk fine...

Hello, allSystem: CD5/FC2 / 32.5 / HiCap / HiCap / NAXO 3-6 / 3x250 / Isobariks.Problem: RF Interference/HiCap connectionJust connected the system back up in active config last night, after one 250 came back from Salisbury following service (BTW...