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Great condition other than some fading to the rear sticker, this 1997 classic olive nac 82 preamp comes with original box, remote, napsc power supply, blanking plug and two sets of naim snaic interconnects. S/n: 132683
This £895 asking price is a strong deal, sitting well below the 25th percentile of £936 from your database and notably lower than the £995 eBay listing with a power supply. While the NAC 82 was replaced by the NAC 82.2 and later the NAC 112, its timing now offers exceptional value for a classic Naim preamp that remains highly respected for its clean, dynamic sound.
The NAC 82 is well-regarded for delivering Naim’s signature musicality with excellent rhythm and timing, making it a worthwhile buy at this price point. It pairs beautifully with Naim power amps like the NAP 180 and offers a full remote control first seen on the flagship NAC 52. At £895, this listing represents a genuine buying opportunity for an enthusiast seeking proven Naim performance without the premium of newer models.
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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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