Hi-Fi Corner

Who will provide the first description of the new gear, and at what time?Who will be the first to say how much better a CDI/Nait2 is than a CDX2/282/300, and at on;y 5% of the cost?Who will be the first to bemoan the garish appearance of the new...

need advice: my cds2 plexigass ( or is it glass) top portion that closes over the cd compartment has become scratched. It works fine but being neurotic I would like it to look perfect. Is this something that can easily be replaced by NANA or for...

I'm keen to go.But am not looking forward to coming home to a system that looks "just so last yr"Did Naim have to change every box they make at once.--aah there is always my prefix.I guess that's the price of matched accessories and progress.(I sound...

Hi, I am currently putting together my first hi-fi syetem and need so advice. I currently have a Naim CD3.5, a Hi-Cap and a pair of B&W CDM 1NTs. I was planning on getting a Nait 5 with money my parents were going to give me, but I got to thinking that it would make more sense to use that money and buy some second hand Naim separates to get more bang for the buck. I spoke to the friend and he suggested a used 32.5/250 or 32.5/180. What do you all think about these two suggestions and what...

I recently had the opportunity to hear an AV2/175 demonstration - amazing but beyond my budget! I was wondering if any senior members could offer some recommendations on upgrade steps to AV2?Current situation: I will be replacing a Quad 34 controller...

Dear all,I want your help!I have a good chance to get 2x135s or 3x250s with snaxo for isobariks.I am confused which is better, Passive 135s or active 250s...The main focus is crossovers, say, which is better naxo or isobarik crossover. I think if...

I want to be able to record some of the Jazz or Rock 'live' performances that the Beeb occasionally output. In the past I've recorded them onto my cassette deck but would like to use my PC in order to get better quality and more convenience. My aims...

Hi there,hope anybody might have an idea how to solve my problem (before I have to contact my dealer).My equipment (CD2/NAC72/HiCap/NAP250) makes noises which become most apparent at the peak levels of the music (but they are also there at lower...

Dear ES14 users,I recently got the ES14 with the original stands. But, sadly, the screws and spikes for the original stands are missing. I managed to a shop that sells similar screws and spikes. However, there are 2 dimensions. One is 6 mm and the...

Anybody got one of these or seen a test review? I want to know how good is it for recording from analogue sources?Colin

I'm building my "very first Naim System"(tm). I've recently acquired a second hand CD5 and Nait 5 with NACA5 speaker cables. After lengthy discussions with her-who-must-be-obeyed we've settled on a Quadraspire cabinet to hide it all in, with the added...

Hello all, I,m interested in finding out if any of you have any experiences with Jm labs speakers. I briefly heard the cobalt 826 on the end of some 5 series naim & initial thoughts were excellent....very open & free sounding..However I had to go..... so time spent was approx 5 mins & I was unfamiliar with the music being played. Mad Boy Matt

Does anyone know?Is it possible?Would it be an improvement?What does it cost?Best regards

Hi allI'm seeking advice on a replacement cartridge for my Linn/Lingo/Ittok into 92/Flatcap/90.3 driving Linn Saras through NACA5 cable. Currently using Audio Technica ATF5 but its getting noticeably worn. Looking for highly musical sound with low...

Hi there,Help some help here, I have a open plan kitchen, the hi fi is at one end of the room and kichen on the other, the distance is at least 22-23 ft, today I noticed that it's a bit greasy (just a bit) on the glass top of CDSII. Guess the normal...

Hi folks,I'm nearly at the end of my hifi quest - not your typical Naim system by any means, but then there are many paths to happiness. Anyway, the final phase is potentially a change of speakers - and they must be of fairly high sensitivity...

All the stuff on the "My LP12 is fine" thread has me wondering. Mine (SME3009MkII & Shure V15MkIII) is serial no. 1108 and dates from about 1979 I think. Regards Steve

I am thinking of upgrading my 82/super to 52/super and looking for S/H 52`s. What changes have been done to the 52 and what vintages should I look for? I don`t want to buy a 52 and then have to send it back to NANA for an update. Is there much of a...

Hello, Has anyone changed the din sockets on the back of an old style Hi-Cap to the newer locking type & if so how much does naim charge?. Regards Darren Cotter

Unwilling (at present) to invest in a more functional (but ugly) support rack, I am thinking of investing in some of the above individual equipment supports offered by 'Audiofile Candy/Hifi for Sale'. Has anyone used these to great benefit? And if I...

I posted this in another thread a while ago, but it seems to have been passed by! Still wonder if anyone can help...I'm hoping somebody might be able to shed some light on a minor quibble I have with my 102/180 which is as follows:7 o'clock on the 102...

I currently own a Naim CD5 powered by a Hicap. I use my CD5 with a Plinius Amp/Preamp, and I was wondering if anyone could recommend to me an interconnect that is Din to RCA. Currently, I have Russ Andrews Kimber Kable PBJ Din to RCA, but I think I...

Was try to clean all my connections and had a chance to peep in the grey SNAIC, they are just plain vanilla strand wires soldered to the connectors.Have anyone tried using a shield cable? I think this would benefit the signal lead but no impact to the...

Another thread on the new kit (not mine-I knew it was futile)nearly lasted 10 minutes. Anyone else care to take the 10 minute challenge?

Looking for advise regarding going down the headphone path. Is it worthwhile? Is the Naim Headline any good? are there different options? Can I run one off my 52/Supercap or will I need a seperate power supply? I have heard that the head phones offer...