RADAR is a price search engine. We link to the original listing — we never sell direct. Transactions happen on the source site.
Naim NAP500-DR Power Amplifier Excellent condition example with very few hours use Sn 525436 (Dec 2022) Cw NAPS500-DR Power Supply Brush anodised casework Green logos and control button illumination Cw original packaging, PowerLine mains lead, Burndy cables and accessories 12 months RTB warranty applies Please contact us to discuss delivery and installation options
This Naim NAP 500-DR is a flagship stereo amplifier renowned for its muscular, clean delivery and the sonic benefits of its DR (Dynamic Release) power supply, making it a top-tier choice for serious hi-fi systems. The £18,900 asking price is ambitious, sitting well above the median of £9,538 and the 75th percentile of £10,916 from recent GBP listings; it matches the current ex-demo price of £18,900 but is nearly double the median used market value, so it’s not a bargain unless the condition is pristine and includes original accessories.
If this unit is in excellent, original-owner condition with full documentation and cables, it represents a legitimate high-end opportunity for buyers who want near-new performance without the £21,599 retail cost, but the price demands confidence in the seller and the amplifier’s provenance. At this level, the upside lies in the DR topology’s stability and Naim’s build quality, which hold up well over time, though buyers should verify the power supply capacitors and ensure no missing accessories to justify the premium over typical used comps.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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.
See all Naim Audio listings on RADAR.
