Naim that tune ... Supernait 2 and HiCap-DR

[joeinid]

I love this thing!

I'm going to have to clean it and retake the photos.

[cmalak]

Naim = music. Enjoy Joe.

[MDP]

Naim = music. Enjoy Joe.

+! Cyril !!

Beautiful Joe !!!

[dlb2]

Awesome Joe! Thanks for the pics. Great looking piece of gear. Not sure why you need to clean it, but I really don't want to ask.

[joeinid]

Doug,

You are too funny. Let's just say that the excitement got the best of me.

[socfan12]

Sweet, Joe! Let us know how she sounds!

[joeinid]

Naim is stunning! It's very present in the room. The speakers are not there, just the music. It has a wonderful flow to it. I can't get over it. It has a big, full round sound with some sweetness and a round bottom, like I like my women.

[the professor]

Cool a Hicap DR also. great!!!!!!

Don't listen to a supercap DR - destroys the Hicap.

[joeinid]

That's one thing about Naim. The better the power supply, the better the sound

I love, love love, this combo.

Cool a Hicap DR also. great!!!!!!

Don't listen to a supercap DR - destroys the Hicap.

[Sean]

Naim is stunning! It's very present in the room. The speakers are not there, just the music. It has a wonderful flow to it. I can't get over it. It has a big, full round sound with some sweetness and a round bottom, like I like my women.

Amen, brother.

Glad to hear you are enjoying the Naim sound. I am still loving mine. I will be interested to hear your thoughts as it breaks in.

[joeinid]

Hi Sean,

Can you tell me what changes you perceived and how long it took. Right now it's stupendous and oh so musical. I can't imagine better.

Amen, brother.

Glad to hear you are enjoying the Naim sound. I am still loving mine. I will be interested to hear your thoughts as it breaks in.

[cmalak]

Joe...do you mind if I ask what's the list on the SuperNait 2 and the HiCap-DR? Curious what zip code we are talking about here? I can look it up but is the SuperNait 2 simply an integrated or does it have DAC or phono on board as well? Thx

[Jack]

Joe

What speakers are you using the Naim with? Based on your signature line I don't really see anything that would work with the output of that integrated.

[joeinid]

Hi Cyril,

The new list on the Supernait 2 is $5150 and the HiCap-DR is $2500. The extra cable adds $300. When the V2 version came out, it's a straight integrated now. They removed the DAC and made improvements. I don't need/want another DAC so I'm happy with the change. Obviously the sound is paramount.

Hi Jack,

I'm using my TADs right now and it sounds amazing. They are 4 ohm speakers and the Naim puts out 130 wpc at that rating. Naim is known for having lower watt ratings but able to drive almost any load. The extra power supply adds to the oomph and lowers the noise floor and really brings up the performance.

[Jack]

Glad to hear it works with the TAD's and a little surprised. I would have thought the MR would have been a good match for them, but if you like what you are getting with the Naim and TAD combo that is all good. When you get the Harbeth's it will be interesting to see which direction amp wise you go.

[joeinid]

The MR is an outstanding amp. Is it better than the Naim, in some respects yes but I wanted a solid state alternative with a different flavor.

[Sean]

Hey Joe, I am running mine sans HiCap so my break-in might differ from yours slightly. That being said I would say the 2 biggest changes I noticed were the bottom end tightening up and just the smoothness of the overall presentation being more apparent. I wouldn't say the amp was ever harsh sounding with my 160's but the presentation was more effortless, let's say, as it settled in. I would notice this more when I would leave the amp on for 7+ days straight. I have changed the PC from the stock one to a Silver Electra to a Shunyata Venom High Current, which I am currently running. The Shunyata adds to the naturalism of the amp, I feel; I like it very much. I also run it straight to the wall.

I will be intrigued to hear what you think of the sound and how it compares to the MC275 after that comes in and you have both broken in. Enjoy the ride, my friend. I am happy you are part of the Naim club!

Hi Sean,

Can you tell me what changes you perceived and how long it took. Right now it's stupendous and oh so musical. I can't imagine better.

[Sean]

Hi Cyril,

The new list on the Supernait 2 is $5150 and the HiCap-DR is $2500. The extra cable adds $300. When the V2 version came out, it's a straight integrated now. They removed the DAC and made improvements. I don't need/want another DAC so I'm happy with the change. Obviously the sound is paramount.

Hi Jack,

I'm using my TADs right now and it sounds amazing. They are 4 ohm speakers and the Naim puts out 130 wpc at that rating. Naim is known for having lower watt ratings but able to drive almost any load. The extra power supply adds to the oomph and lowers the noise floor and really brings up the performance.

Joe is correct - Naim watts are something you have to hear to believe. 80 watts at 8 ohms obviously doesn't sound like much but it's the high current that makes this amp what it is (along with the Discrete Regulator). The high current at low impedances allows the amp to drive speakers you wouldn't tend to believe it could (somewhat similar to strong tube amps). I haven't max'd out my SN2 on my 160's but I have turned it up quite loudly...never a hint of strain or clipping. I imagine the HiCap/SuperCap only exacerbates this effect.

[joeinid]

Perfect Sean. Thank you. I love this thing so much that I catch myself looking at all the other Naim gear.

[the professor]

Just to add.

Adding a power supply on naim, powers the preamp section only. Adding the power supply adds nothing to the power amp.

Hi Cyril,

The new list on the Supernait 2 is $5150 and the HiCap-DR is $2500. The extra cable adds $300. When the V2 version came out, it's a straight integrated now. They removed the DAC and made improvements. I don't need/want another DAC so I'm happy with the change. Obviously the sound is paramount.

Hi Jack,

I'm using my TADs right now and it sounds amazing. They are 4 ohm speakers and the Naim puts out 130 wpc at that rating. Naim is known for having lower watt ratings but able to drive almost any load. The extra power supply adds to the oomph and lowers the noise floor and really brings up the performance.

[joeinid]

Thanks Jock. I had no idea. I still have a lot to learn but I have to tell you that I am hooked. Big time.

[mep]

That's one thing about Naim. The better the power supply, the better the sound

I love, love love, this combo.

Yeah, but for how long?

[BruceLet]

That's one thing about Naim. The better the power supply, the better the sound

I love, love love, this combo.

I'm so happy for you Joe. I know how much you appreciated my little Naim integrated and I'm sure that you will get years of enjoyment out of yours. It will be a great match with your Harbeths. You are making some great choices. I can't wait to hear you system.

[joeinid]

Who cares? You?

Yeah, but for how long?

[joeinid]

Thanks Bruce. I am lucky to have briefly heard your system. I could not get that sound out of my head. I now know what the Naim followers understand. It's such a musical and full bodied sound.

I'm so happy for you Joe. I know how much you appreciated my little Naim integrated and I'm sure that you will get years of enjoyment out of yours. It will be a great match with your Harbeths. You are making some great choices. I can't wait to hear you system.

[the professor]

Naim is a quirky company.

In their separates, the preamps have no power supplies. It gets it's power from the power amp. And if you want improve the sound you add a separate power supply to the preamp instead of using the power amp.

Thanks Jock. I had no idea. I still have a lot to learn but I have to tell you that I am hooked. Big time.

[joeinid]

Quirky or not, I love what I'm hearing.

[dlb2]

Wait until those 40.1's arrive!

Glad you're enjoying the ride Joe.

[socfan12]

Wait until those 40.1's arrive!

Glad you're enjoying the ride Joe.

+1! I think the Naim and Harbeth's will really be something, Joe! When do they come in?

[joeinid]

Wait until those 40.1's arrive!

Glad you're enjoying the ride Joe.

OMG! I am!

+1! I think the Naim and Harbeth's will really be something, Joe! When do they come in?

About 4 more weeks. I hope.

[Mike]

Yeah, but for how long?

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[joeinid]

Naim is the real deal! I am smitten. I have assimilated.

[NorthStar]

Yeah, but for how long?

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[sharkmouth]

Naim is the real deal! I am smitten. I have assimilated.

[joeinid]

Thanks Kev.

[dlb2]

Okay Joe I'm assuming you've been running the Supernait 24/7. How's it sounding with more hours on it?

[joeinid]

Doug,

It is OUTSTANDING. I absolutely love it. Full, meaty, so much music in the room, tons of detail, no harshness, wonderful rhythm and flow. I can not wait to come home and put the music on. Makes my TADs sing like nothing else. I'm hooked.

Okay Joe I'm assuming you've been running the Supernait 24/7. How's it sounding with more hours on it?

[socfan12]

Awesome, Joe, great to hear!!

[joeinid]

Thanks Allen. I had no clue. I know it's not everyone's cup of tea, but I am really enjoying it.

[dlb2]

Awesome, Joe, great to hear!!

+1

So you've had your share of amps come through your place. How does the little integrated stand up to some of the big boys, i.e. Dart, D'ag, Mc, etc... that you've auditioned?

[joeinid]

I hate to say it, but I have no desire right now to switch it out. The CJ gear is my ultimate, but ALL THOSE TUBES, oy!

+1

So you've had your share of amps come through your place. How does the little integrated stand up to some of the big boys, i.e. Dart, D'ag, Mc, etc... that you've auditioned?

[dlb2]

That's great Joe. I love integrateds!

[joeinid]

I wish I had discovered Naim a long time ago. Maybe it took all these other brands to realize what I have now.

[dlb2]

I wish I had discovered Naim a long time ago. Maybe it took all these other brands to realize what I have now.

Nothing wrong with that logic. For some people, going to shows and having stores to listen to gear at isn't plausible. Many times you just have to buy what you think you might like and hope you can get lucky after a few trial and errors. Others like to buy and sell many pieces of gear to hear the differences between pieces and figure out what they are looking for. I think you hit the nail on the head. After hearing many different amps you now know what you like and what you don't like. That's a great position to be in.

[veindoc]

Delighted with your TAD - Naim synergy. Perhaps tubes winter and naim in the summer. Not sure which amp to recommend when you listen to "Rites of Spring". Been very busy at work only recent purchases r music and a SR alpha digital power cord for my Dac. Did you still have S3 in near queue to evaluate. For now me and my cr-1 r very happy

Nick

['cisco]

Congrats Joe on your new Naim!!!

Can you tell me how the speakers are connected to the amp? spades?,bannanas? I don't understand Naims connections??

I sort of understand your love of Naim...I heard them connected to a pair of Wilson Audio Duettes and I fell in love with the sound. It's too bad Naim doesn't have other finishes besides black...a great dust collector.

[joeinid]

Nothing wrong with that logic. For some people, going to shows and having stores to listen to gear at isn't plausible. Many times you just have to buy what you think you might like and hope you can get lucky after a few trial and errors. Others like to buy and sell many pieces of gear to hear the differences between pieces and figure out what they are looking for. I think you hit the nail on the head. After hearing many different amps you now know what you like and what you don't like. That's a great position to be in.

Thanks Doug. I love your attitude.

Delighted with your TAD - Naim synergy. Perhaps tubes winter and naim in the summer. Not sure which amp to recommend when you listen to "Rites of Spring". Been very busy at work only recent purchases r music and a SR alpha digital power cord for my Dac. Did you still have S3 in near queue to evaluate. For now me and my cr-1 r very happy

Nick

Hi Nick,

Ha! Very funny. I've noticed you've been quiet. I'm really amazed at what the Naim does for the TADs. I had put the word out that they were for sale and have a commitment for a sale. They might be gone Saturday, but if I had realized earlier what this combo was like, they never would have been for sale. I am still interested in the S3 and possibly Wilsons. I do have a pair of Harbeth 40.1's coming in a few weeks, so they will keep me busy until I finally decide what I really want. It's time.

Congrats Joe on your new Naim!!!

Can you tell me how the speakers are connected to the amp? spades?,bannanas? I don't understand Naims connections??

I sort of understand your love of Naim...I heard them connected to a pair of Wilson Audio Duettes and I fell in love with the sound. It's too bad Naim doesn't have other finishes besides black...a great dust collector.

Welcome back! I've missed you. Thank you so much. They work perfectly with banana plugs in the back of the unit or their own cable which comes standard with a plug that mimics two banana posts. Easy as pie. The sound is amazing. It's music for sure.

[the professor]

Congrats

I need to try the supernait.

[joeinid]

Congrats

I need to try the supernait.

I'd love your opinion on your D3 with Naim

[the professor]

Naim worked well with Raidho. I only had my naim system with my D1s but they would have been good w the D3s

My prob was that I was on a waiting list to get my 500 series naim gear upgraded for over a year. And without being updated, it just didn't compare to the Ayre I had and certainly not the D'Agostino. At basically the same new price level. And I gave up. So I sold it.

I'm not trying to say the Chris at Naim Audio Service & Accessories Recap Rebuild Restore | Olive NAP500 NAP250 NAP135 NAIT NAC52 DR Upgrade TibiaPlus Z-Plug PDC | AVOptions.com isn't great. Because he is, amazing work and honesty. But I was on the upgrade list from summer 2012 to fall of 2013 and he couldn't get me in.

The guy I sold the preamp to sent it to Chris and he got right on it for him. No clue the circumstance. Maybe just me.

Bottom line - I would buy their new statement in a heartbeat if I could hear it in non show conditions. (edit, who am I kidding, there is no way I can afford it )