Hi-Fi Corner
There is an absolute orgy of stands at:http://www.stereokompaniet.se/on the site click 'Club Keltik'. enjoy.Caution is advised for Linn haters of a nervous disposition.
Hey all--Over the last few weeks I have had the chance to hear some different combinations involving the SBL, NBL, and the 500 in both active and passive modes and thought it might be of interest.I should start by noting I find the relative lack of...
Over the past year, there have been a few posters wondering about Zoethecus stands. Haveing received mine yesterday, I can comment on its effect to my Nain CD 5+highcap. Fortunately or unfortunately, I do not have an all Naim system as I cannot afford...
After footling about whether to make this change for months, I think it's worthwhile to point out the major differences between the much used and more overrated Linn Lingo and our hosts' Armageddon. My initial impetus to lose the Lingo was based on...
Some days ago I removed the phonoboards from my NAC 102. It is indeed not difficult. I was wondering how one can identify the phonoboards. On mine it only says NA523/1, but no "K", "S" etc. Anybody have a clue?Ciao!Willem
Just black SNAICed my 52/4 pack SBL. V impressed with the improvement (more open, detailed, controlled etc.,etc.)Whats the burn in time for these.I am contemplating blacking the Burndys but before I blow over £600 can anyone confirm the...
Can anyone help me with the problem of securing adequate home insurance to cover expensive Naim equipment? Currently my home contents insurance would not come anywhere near giving me replacement value in the event of a total disaster ~ which would be...
Any views on the best cartridge for an involving musical experience from my LP12/Lingo/Ittok.Even my Linn-fanatic dealer doesn't advise the Arkiv, but favours the Audio-Technica OC-9. This seems a retrograde step from my Ortofon Rohmann which I am now...
I have an old(ish) pair of IBLs (1992 vintage) and at one point I heard there was an upgrade available. Is it still available ? If so how much is it ? What exactly does it do and is it worth it in a system ?Current set-up for info:Roksan...
The forum seems to me at times to alternate between the extremes of "everthing Naim does is wonderful" and flame mails when someone gets annoyed with something Naim has done. I thought I would start a thread of constructive criticisms. The rules are...
My system is currently CDX/XPS,Nat02,82,2Hicaps,250,Neat Petite/Gravatis There are three possible upgrades I am considering in what I think are order of priority:1. Supercap2. CDSII3. 2 135'sI'm pretty satisfied with the current system and I don't...
I feel my next attack of upgradeitus comming on. My system is currently :72/180, LP12/Ekos/Lingo/Dynavector 17d2/CD5 and IBL's NACA5.I'm looking at either adding a hi-cap and buying plenty of records or going to an 82. Is the 180 power supply really...
Hello everyone,Some weeks in a thread in this forum someone mentioned the problem of speaker, spikes on wooden floors. One option mentioned was using a concrete slab or tile that was then fixed with “blue tac” or something along these...
Hi All,I've occasionally wondered about getting a CD lens cleaner, and whether I actually need one, and if so which one?Which ones do others use and recommend, and can anyone confirm that there are no risks involved, as I'm not actually sure how they ...
I see your name every time I enter the forum. Never heard a word from you.I'm affraid, that Paul Stephenson who runs the company will not be able to deal with us when no one helps him.And Mark Tucker is not there any more (and maybe HE will ask some...
Hi, I've been looking for a pair of speakers. Originally, I was very impressed with a pair of Linn Kan mk1 but its quite difficult to dredge up a pair here. Taking into consideration the advice of some of the forum goer's I decided to check up a pair...
Having just blowen the surge fuse on my supercap I thought I would post this warning1 Dont pull the IEC connector and then try to reconnect with the supercap switched on Stupid I know 2 When removing the fuse to replace it be careful that little...
I am thinking of experimenting with quasi-nearfield listening. Before I start moving the couch and re-arranging furniture, is there a preferred distance from the speakers that I need to be at. Thanks.Jay
I had a friend of mine over to listen to my newly completed stereo – capped off by the Vienna Acoustics Bachs – and he was just amazed at how good my system sounded. I played selections from dozens of CDs and all he could mutter were...
In the “mains leads again” thread, Dave S points out that on a multiple adaptor thingy, Naim recommend plugging the power amps closest to the wall and so on, with the sources farthest away. My dealer advised me to do it the other way, so I...
In the slow process of Naimification, so far I have a CDSII, NAC 52, this weekend I am trying a 250 replacing a Musical Fidelity A 270-II, speakers are a pair of KEF R107s.The 250s sound great - all the usual words (whatever they imply) are valid but...
I am currently trying to help a friend put together a system to replace one that was stolen in a burglary a couple of weeks ago. The burglary was a particularly harsh blow because he was uninsured and literally got cleaned out - CDs, videos, books,...
We will be pleased to meet you at the next "Festival Son et Image" in Montreal on the 23, 24, 25th of Marchat least 3 Naim rooms.If interested I'll keep you informed of the demosMeet me at room 411 Four Points HotelPaul, please bring THEM with you.Manu