Nero
Re: Tired
Yes, thinking about it, you’re probably right Rana, in which case, my apologies to Rick.
Naim Nait 50
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Whaleblue
Southbound
Apparently What-HiFi have been sent the one and only* review sample of the Nait 50.
I look forward to an impartial review.
Meanwhile I might eventually be able to pick mine up this week.
*Two other not-for-sale units apparently also exist in Naim’s listening room and R&D department.
I look forward to an impartial review.
Meanwhile I might eventually be able to pick mine up this week.
*Two other not-for-sale units apparently also exist in Naim’s listening room and R&D department.
Conan
Loop digger
I heard that a third not-for-sale unit was sent to NASA as part of the flat heart system that will play the Voyager's 2 Tidal playlist in outer space.
Craig B
Re:trophile
Hopefully, they'll be able to get past the white LED.Apparently What-HiFi have been sent the one and only* review sample of the Nait 50.
I look forward to an impartial review.
Meanwhile I might eventually be able to pick mine up this week.
*Two other not-for-sale units apparently also exist in Naim’s listening room and R&D department.
BigBlue2020
pfm Member
I listened to the Naim Nait 50 today at a dealer and it is very good. Faster and lighter than a Supernait 3 with a good musical flow and focus. I did detect a slightly bright treble for my tastes. I asked for a home demo.
Then I got home and my new Marantz HD AMP 1 had arrived, bought for a second system in my study. I slotted it into my main system where the Supernait 3 was, driving some Proac Tablette 10’s (easy to drive), and -
Wow ! It was very good too. A less wide soundstage than the SN3, but again it has a lighter more musical sound. It was punchy and focused. A superb match for the Tablette’s, and its not even run in yet. Possibly slightly rolled off at the extremes and a splashy but not bright treble, but I’m being super critical here. I wasn’t expecting it to be this good.
The sound was similar to the NN50, and they share a similar size and power output. Marantz of course are famous for their ‘musical sound’ with a focus on the midrange and the musical flow.
I think Naim have ‘done a Marantz’ with the sound of the NN50 !
Then I got home and my new Marantz HD AMP 1 had arrived, bought for a second system in my study. I slotted it into my main system where the Supernait 3 was, driving some Proac Tablette 10’s (easy to drive), and -
Wow ! It was very good too. A less wide soundstage than the SN3, but again it has a lighter more musical sound. It was punchy and focused. A superb match for the Tablette’s, and its not even run in yet. Possibly slightly rolled off at the extremes and a splashy but not bright treble, but I’m being super critical here. I wasn’t expecting it to be this good.
The sound was similar to the NN50, and they share a similar size and power output. Marantz of course are famous for their ‘musical sound’ with a focus on the midrange and the musical flow.
I think Naim have ‘done a Marantz’ with the sound of the NN50 !
per flemming
Registered User
Actually we were blessed with many splendid low watt amplifiers such as the original Hiraga (was it 8w or 12w ?), Leben 300, Heed Obelisk, Radford, Leak, Electrocompaniet two channel 25w amo.
It seems as Nait 50 join that party.
With the right speakers and room, little reason to look for more watt.
JezmondTutu
pfm Member
It maybe because I haven’t heard them at their best, but I haven’t enjoyed any of the systems I’ve heard with newer Naim amps.
Interesting, there seem to be divided opinions here, most owner reviews I've read are very positive, while a few didn't manage to get the magic.
System dependance in most cases likely.
A guy did prefer Nait 50 to his XS3 and others say it betters Supernait 3 too, bodes well.
kendo
Prussian bot
I heard the Nait 50 at Robert Ritchie in Montrose yesterday. Just one track from Led Zeppelin 1 played on an LP12 through some JBL? speakers.
This brief listen left me with the impression of a very capable wee amp, the drums came across powerfully and detailed, driving the music along enjoyably. One track alone can't be conclusive but this amp can certainly make this music "work".
Would I buy one? Yes, if a lack of space and money-no-object were the case. Sadly...
This brief listen left me with the impression of a very capable wee amp, the drums came across powerfully and detailed, driving the music along enjoyably. One track alone can't be conclusive but this amp can certainly make this music "work".
Would I buy one? Yes, if a lack of space and money-no-object were the case. Sadly...
S-Man
StrivingON
Our most recent delivery of Naim's NAIT 50
Some nice precision writing on that precision equipment box
Hario.ca
Active Member
I’ve been enjoying the Nait 50 for the last couple of months with a Wattson Audio Emerson Analog Streamer/DAC and Qobuz. SQ is a major upgrade from my exiting Naim Uniti.
My current setup and preferences:
My recliner is manual so my abs get sore (;
The Nait 50 is a great amp within its power rating and a keeper for me.
My current setup and preferences:
- no WiFi
- no Bluetooth
- no screens
- excellent headphone/phono sections
- smaller size/weight
- great aesthetics/timeless
- thoughtful design
- Airable & Qobuz via Wattson iOS App
- Roon & Audirvana Ready if needed
- Made in Europe/UK
My recliner is manual so my abs get sore (;
The Nait 50 is a great amp within its power rating and a keeper for me.
Hello @Rosie
I wanted to know if the Nait50 rivaled your big system or if the 282/250 was still in the upper category and not only in terms of power, but in terms of musicality too? Because I have the same system (but in DR) and I ask myself a lot of questions about the quality of this box that I thought of the same range as the integrated ones and not the separate elements. And especially from the 282/250 range. Apart from power, if you had to choose a single system, what would you do?
Thx
Naim use the strap line ' a big amp in a small box ' in their online adverts for the Nait 50 and it is . Small Naim amps have always had a particular quality , the ability to communicate the emotion of music . Will I replace my ( modified ) big Naim rig with the Nait .. No .
A New Classic Supernait ,if such a thing happens will be a very interesting proposition
Which System would I choose , I don't have to I'm keeping both . I could live with the Nait50 based system but I chose the 282 2xHicap Pre-fix Hicap Nap 250 with JJ's Phoenix boards
A New Classic Supernait ,if such a thing happens will be a very interesting proposition
Which System would I choose , I don't have to I'm keeping both . I could live with the Nait50 based system but I chose the 282 2xHicap Pre-fix Hicap Nap 250 with JJ's Phoenix boards
Gervais Cote
Predator
Those Phoenix boards definitely make you addicted.........
Off topic but I thought the Dragon boards were good . Phoenix boards are phenomenal and yes addictive