Hi-Fi Corner

I wonder if Naim Audio will implement the technology of the 500 Amp into the 135 mono-block in the near future (or the 250 stereo amp) as their design have not beed modified during the last 15-20 years I guess.

Any information on the where the NAT101 fits in the NAT01/2 equationI gather Ron Smiths Galaxies are the aerials to go for but the better half isnt keen to have such a "large monstrosity" stuck to the chimney of the new house. Do they work in the loft...

I was wondering whether any have experience with this cartridge. It is apparently modelled after the Koetsu. Any and all replies will be very much welcomed.Cheers,Tom Baugh

has any one got a pic of a 72 and or cd1 that they could e-mail me please.thanks ...yuri

How do I solder them properly?I figure tin the wire and run it thru the slot cut in the top of the pin, then solder at this point.I asked at my local Naim dealer, the reply I got was "Don't know" no more, no less. So I figured too ask them to solder...

The new house has a 6mm2 dedicated spur (star earthed)now installed with 3 unswitched double sockets. I gather Naim advise 2 leads into 1 plug. How should I arrange these for a 52/SC/SNAXO /SC/4x135/NAT02/ LP12/Arma/Prefix/HC/Nakamichi (11 mains...

I now have got a full naim system: cd3,5/HicapNac102/SupercapNap180Linn Kan2What should be my next upgrade?Thanks a lot.Charles

I am considering buying a TT but need to resolve my stand setup first. I have two Mana stands, 2 tier and 4 tier. My current setup is as follows:2 TIER----CDS1----52----4Tier-----CDPS----Supercap----135----135----The stands are about 2 feet apart. I...

Whilst we all seem to be in hypothetical land I thought i'd put forward my new Hi-Fi formula called the V principle.The V principle involves applying the shape of the letter V to your Hi Fi. Firstly apply it to the different boxes of your Hi Fi to...

I trade-in my Intro II for SBL few months ago, now I have active system, even with lesser system, it sounds great. The upgrade bug bites again, I am at the cross-road whether to further upgrade on existing system, to CDX/82/2x180 or 250(home trial 82...

I converted my turntable to BNC connectors today so I could use it into a 32.5 pre-amp. When used previously with the 92R it needed slightly more volume to play at the same level as CD but with the 32.5 it needs the volume control turned something...

I have an eye /hand coordination problem. I can get my dealer to set it up once in the install and maybe tune it yearly thereafter, but I can't deal with this going out of tune all the time as getting dealer over to my house is difficult at times do...

1. My system (apologies to those who already know it):LP12/Ittok/DV20-X/Lingo; CDX/CDPS(Modified Grey Burndy).82/Supercap (Black Snaics), 2 x 250s (Grahams “Hydra” mains leads).Nautilus 805s (Cabletalk 4.1, crimped not soldered plugs) on...

Big thanks to AbsoluteSounds Singapore, the Naim dealer and distributor for Singapore.During my business trip this week to the isle, I visited AbsoluteSounds.The great thing was that even though they knew I was from England, and not in a position to...

Never a week goes by without someone posting a pettition to start Kan production up again or a vicious pogrom instigated against ported loudspeakers. There may be help on the way, you should have a listen to the new ATC SCM10 active speakers. A grand....

Hi All,I just took delivery of a 2nd Hicap for my 82 (cheers Alex-it arrived safe and well). For those of you wondering whether it is a worthwhile upgrade I can firmly recommend it. While it's early days it seems to be the typical Naim upgrade:...

Had the opportunity to listen to live music at Carnegie Hall in NYC.I did find significant differences between the live event and most systems to make me think about what was important. Maybe even to re-think the way I evaluate a system. I was in row...

When are people arriving? Anyone up for a few drinkies the night before, the night after?A pre-barbie quaffing and scoffing session?

I have noticed a trend starting - new Vinyl costing more than the equivalent CDs Last week I bought the three Neu! repressings, and the vinyl was more expensive than the CD. by £2.00 eachThe latest Air album was £5.00 more on vinyl...

Hi Folks,I am looking for advise on a suitable DAC to partner an Arcam Delta 170.3 standalone transport unit.I would prefer not to use the "obligitory" Arcam unit,as I much prefer a more "Naim" style sound.So,what kit should I be looking at ?Thanks in...

I am about to order a new LP12 with Armageddon, Ittok4 and Troika rebuilt by Expert Stylus (all except LP12 is second hand). I plan to upgrade to an ARO some day...The LP12 will sit on a SolidSteel Rack on a wooden floor: should I order my LP12 with...

Some of you guys have been recommending that the Linn Lingo is unplugged when listening to CD because of some sort of an earth loop (?). For my info, what do I need to unplug - the Lingo mains plug from the wall or the lead from the Linn to the Lingo...