Hi-Fi Corner

I have just changed the large smoothing caps and fitted an LClockXO2 to my CD3( which was working perfectly before). When I switch on the laser moves into position and the Naim logo is illuminated, but nothing else-no display and the switches are...

I am about to buy a 1970s A77 ... overhauled about 5 years ago. Any of you guys got one? What do you think of them?AQD

Hi all.Thinking of a speaker change from my Vienna Acoustics Bachs to go with my series 5 setup. Had the chance to audition Rega XEL, Meadow Shearwaters, and Linn Kabers this week.Didn't like the latter two, but the Rega's were quite nice. Anyone have...

Hi !Did anyone have some experience with Mana Sound Frame under Naim CDP and is it worth to buy that little platform even if it's with glass on top.Didn't glass easily getting into resonance?That was really interesting me?Ozren

There has been a lot of posts referencing Hydras, fuses and dedicated lines on the forum. The #1 issue with my system (52/Supercap/135s/SBLs) is on the AC side. My system is unbelievably magical when it's on but it gradually changes to a high fi sound...

I recently posted a topic on my CD3.5 skipping. I thought my player was sick but now I think its the new Robbie Williams CD 'Escapology' The CD was purchased off the Internet from CD-WOW. The CD says it is 'Copy Controlled' My 3.5 skips when I play...

I know the subject has been done and maybe overdone, but can anybody give me a clear fix on whether Fraim chips help the sound of Mana stands? I'm also interested in knowing how much they might assits in preventing these infernal stands from going out...

I'm shifting my Tukans to another system and replacing them with ATC SCM-7. I will be using my same SO wall brackets for the ATC's but the ATC's are too narrow to sit on the spikes.I was thinking of using a small bit of Bluetak instead of the spikes...

Hello everyone.As someone with little knowledge of Naim products i'm in need of some advice.I am looking to upgrade my system and want to get the biggest improvement i can for my money.My system at present isCD5 / Myryad T40 / Ruark epliloge R.I have...

A while ago i placed a topic on this forum complaining about my CD3.5 skipping bits of the music. I have brought the cd player back to the store and they replaced the Laser unit, servo unit for positioning the laser and tested the player several...

I'm looking at buying a house where the owner has installed 3-phase electric as he intended setting up a workshop in the garage.What does this mean exactly?Should I keep it the hell away from my kit and just fit a normal spur?Help!

Hi,Yesterday I had the pleasure to listen to:LP12 (top level)/CDX/XPS, NAC 552, NAP 500 together with 2x135, ProAc R4.I don't want to tell you how good it was in detail, but the difference to my own system is of course dramatic. There's still a long...

Anybody had any experience with this combination, specifically with regard to the amp cutting out at high-ish volume levels on one or more channels, it will reset after it’s been switched of for a few minutes, is this not a good combo?Stuart

I can't afford a Fraim. Can anyone recommend a decent, cheap, equipment support? budget less than 200 GBP ? (If such a thing exists.)

Has anyone had experience with the Nap 135's and Quad 988's? I love the sound of these speakers but have seen stuff on the forum that indicate problems with the protectiion circuits. I have heard them with a Nap 500 and love the presence and three...

finally got around to getting a new dedicated consumer unit fitted with a dedicated clean earth (Earth rods).Fot the Earth,I used 2 x Furse Earth rods connected together,each 4 feet long,I left 8 inches protruding above ground level for connection...

Once again, I am in need of help and guidance...I have a Gyrodec, CDX, XPS, 82, Supercap, 250 and B and W 804's, with a Quadraspire ref. rack, and way too much bass.The room has been treated with foam, and I have no money to spend on big-time...

Any comments or views greatfully received!As a (very) new member to this great forum, any advice on my query would help a great deal.My system: cdx-82-180-nac05-naim fraim-black snaic.I have had a pair of 135's on demo for about 3 weeks but am not...

I have had the above speaker's for about 12 months now and I am still having trouble getting used to them, my previous speaker's were Royd Abbot, which were a little bass light but the sound-stage and clarity were excellent.The main problems with the...

A very favourable report by Jonathon Gorse ending with 'world-class timing and damned -near NBL levels of scale. Very highly recommended.'Btw, tested with CDS2, 552, 250 and Michel Gyrodec. What a rough life his must be!Tony

Hi guys,No no, I haven't sold my Kans again!It's just that I got a little curious after a little chat with a friend this evening.He just bought himself the (awardwinning praised)Quad 11l speakers.They look absolutely georgeous (WAYYY better than my...

hi folkssorry for shouting out and not browsing the forum for any already given answers, but this deal holds until around 8 o'clock this evening!have cdx/72/hi/140 into dynaudio contour 1.3. have the occasion to swap my 8 year old 140 (unserviced) for...

Hi!Did anyone know some active system with Intros.I have Intro2 and asking myself is it have any sense to go active with it.What do you think?Let's just say that system will be CD5/Hi-Cap/202/Napsc/Hi-Cap/Snaxo 2-4/Hi-Cap/2X200Ozren