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Naim Audio NAC-N 272 Pre Amplifier Pre-Owned Naim NAC-N 272 Streamer Pre-amplifier – Legendary Audio Excellence Key Features Supports streaming up to 24-bit/192kHz via UPnP, Bluetooth, and internet radio for a vast music selection. Includes digital, analogue, and USB inputs, plus Wi-Fi and Ethernet for seamless integration into your hi-fi audio setup. Delivers 77mV line output with a 5Hz–40kHz frequency response for rich, detailed sound. Effortlessly manage your music and settings via the intuitive Naim app on iOS or Android. Features upgradeable firmware and compatibility with external DACs
At A$3,000, this listing sits just above the 75th percentile of A$2,991 from our nine recent AUD comps, making the price ambitious rather than fair against the typical used market where the median is A$1,800. While external listings show similar units ranging from roughly A$2,200 to A$2,500, the ground truth data anchors the realistic ceiling lower, so this asking price demands confidence in the unit’s condition and included accessories to justify the premium over the median.
The NAC-N 272 remains a highly regarded streaming preamp known for its lovely sound and robust network capabilities, handling 24-bit/192kHz and DSD 64 with ease. If this unknown-condition unit is actually in great shape and includes original packaging or a power cable, the Naim pedigree and sonic performance could still make it a worthwhile buy for enthusiasts seeking a clean, all-in-one source. However, without verified condition details, the ambitious price leaves little room for hidden issues to be acceptable.
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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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