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At £1,299, this ND5 XS 2 is a strong bargain, sitting well below the typical used range of £1,600–£2,400 for this generation and notably cheaper than the £1,285–£1,595 seen for similar used or ex-display units recently. The timing is favorable: the ND5 XS 2 remains a respected entry-level Naim streamer even after the newer ND555 and NDX2 updates, and at this price it’s an excellent gateway into the Naim ecosystem.
This player is well-regarded for its tight, rhythmic sound and seamless Naim streaming integration, delivering the signature Naim pulse that makes it a favorite for rock and jazz. It handles multi-room streaming, Spotify Connect, and AirPlay smoothly, and its built-in DAC is surprisingly capable for a box at this level. With no PSU upgrade path (unlike the ND5 XS), it’s a complete package, and at under £1,300 it offers rare value for a well-loved, award-winning streamer in what appears to be clean, original-owner condition.
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Naim Audio, a cornerstone of British hi-fi excellence, traces its origins to 1973 when Julian Vereker, a self-taught engineer, racing driver, and music enthusiast, formally incorporated the company in Salisbury, Wiltshire. Vereker's journey began earlier, in 1969, experimenting with tape recording and sound-to-light boxes before designing his first power amplifier in 1971. Amid the British hi-fi industry's recession, he secured a pivotal contract with Capital Radio, blending entrepreneurial grit with a passion for authentic sound reproduction that challenged conventional wisdom.
The brand specializes in premium integrated amplifiers, power amplifiers, preamplifiers, digital streamers, DACs, and compact music systems, often featuring built-in amplification for streamlined setups. While not delving into speakers—beyond a historical foray—or headphones and turntables, Naim emphasizes modular, upgradable components that prioritize pace, rhythm, and timing (PRaT), a signature sonic philosophy rooted in the "source first" approach alongside contemporaries like Linn.
Naim holds a commanding position in the high-end market, revered by discerning audiophiles for its handmade, innovative systems that deliver emotional musical engagement over mere specifications. Now part of VerVent Audio Group following a 2011 merger with Focal, it exports to over 45 countries, sustaining a cult following for resilient, influential designs that transcend economic cycles.
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