Paul
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:exciting::exciting:
The new Naim SUPERNAIT 2 ....
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Suh-weet! :superbanana::superbanana:
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- #63
What a fun integrated.
I have big smile on my face.
Paul, I bet this on the Tannoy might be fun!
I have big smile on my face.
Paul, I bet this on the Tannoy might be fun!
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Congrats Joe :woot:
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kiwi_1282001
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Hi Joe,
Any updates, expansions or revisions of your thoughts on the SuperNat2?
What does the HiCap 2 bring to the party?
I am hearing lots of nice things about this integrated...
Cheers
Any updates, expansions or revisions of your thoughts on the SuperNat2?
What does the HiCap 2 bring to the party?
I am hearing lots of nice things about this integrated...
Cheers
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- #73
Hi,
My honest opinion is that the SN2 could be the most musical solid state amp I've heard. It makes you forget about all those audiophile attributes and just enjoy the music. I do think finding the right balance system-wise is important. The SN2 is a fuller and somewhat heavier sound which I love depending on speaker choice.
The power supply, I feel, is important. It brings more of that clarity, tighter bass, more detail, better dynamics, natural voices, better soundstage and PRaT that we all talk about. I bought the TeddyCap for my friend and I got the HiCap-DR. I feel the TeddyCap is just as good (or better) for less money.
I love my Naim and will not give it up.
My honest opinion is that the SN2 could be the most musical solid state amp I've heard. It makes you forget about all those audiophile attributes and just enjoy the music. I do think finding the right balance system-wise is important. The SN2 is a fuller and somewhat heavier sound which I love depending on speaker choice.
The power supply, I feel, is important. It brings more of that clarity, tighter bass, more detail, better dynamics, natural voices, better soundstage and PRaT that we all talk about. I bought the TeddyCap for my friend and I got the HiCap-DR. I feel the TeddyCap is just as good (or better) for less money.
I love my Naim and will not give it up.
Sorry for the delay - I have similar experience to Joe. No ventilation (that I see) and the chassis never runs hot. Cooler than my previous Bryston 4B SST2, which means just a little warm.
Something to note, I use the Naim NAC A5 speaker wire, as directed by Naim. I hear running 3rd party speaker cables can cause the amp to run warmer if they aren't designed similar enough to Naim speaker cables.
Something to note, I use the Naim NAC A5 speaker wire, as directed by Naim. I hear running 3rd party speaker cables can cause the amp to run warmer if they aren't designed similar enough to Naim speaker cables.
Joe or Sean.......since theSupernait 2 doesn't have any vent holes for ventilation....does it get overly warm? How about the HiCap 2 PS?
As much as I despise an all black component..... the Naim is still on my list.
Joe, very interesting. I have been researching this notion after Elberoth (Adam) recommended them. Joe, are using RCA to DIN ICs?
Joe.....thanks for the TeddyCap option. That could be a very big saving and you don't lose anything in the sound.
Sean..... thanks for your reply on the non-heat issue. Even my Monster power conditioner doesn't have any vents but it does get a little warm. It has to be the ambient temp in Hawaii. :lol:
Sean..... thanks for your reply on the non-heat issue. Even my Monster power conditioner doesn't have any vents but it does get a little warm. It has to be the ambient temp in Hawaii. :lol:
Anytime. Also, just an FYI - Naim does not always play well with conditioners. Some reports show compression of dynamics and slowing of the coined 'PRaT.' I believe non-conditioning power 'distributors' are what you would want to try, if anything. I have mine going straight to the wall. But I believe Jock had success with Shunyata. Maybe the Cyclops? Something that doesn't restrict the flow of high current.
We must be thinking alike......I was considering replacing the Monster with Shunyata's VENOM PS8 or PS Audio's Dectet.
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- #79
Hi Sean
When I ordered the TeddyCap for my friend, I only had to order one additional cable like the Naim HICap needed. Total delivered was $621 vs around 2K for the Naim unit. I have no Din sources so both my sources are hooked up via RCA. I'm not worried about it. I'm sure that the Din connection is better and someday I'll have a Naim source.
When I ordered the TeddyCap for my friend, I only had to order one additional cable like the Naim HICap needed. Total delivered was $621 vs around 2K for the Naim unit. I have no Din sources so both my sources are hooked up via RCA. I'm not worried about it. I'm sure that the Din connection is better and someday I'll have a Naim source.
Dang, Joe, that sounds like a steal for the Teddy Cap!
I hear ya, Joe. If you ever get curious, check out Chord Company. They make an RCA (from your Lumin) to DIN (to SN2) cable. I read from the Naim forum that any way you can use DIN is preferred. I have not compared, though. I'm sure your RCAs are just fine.
I hear ya, Joe. If you ever get curious, check out Chord Company. They make an RCA (from your Lumin) to DIN (to SN2) cable. I read from the Naim forum that any way you can use DIN is preferred. I have not compared, though. I'm sure your RCAs are just fine.