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The Naim ND5 XS is a pioneering network audio player that brought Naim’s signature sound to digital streaming.
This pre-owned example is in great condition, finished in black, and offered without accessories or original packaging.
Visit our Lane Cove showroom and stream with classic Naim finesse.
Why Choose the Naim ND5 XS Streamer?
Early hi-res streaming done the Naim way—musical and engaging.
• Rhythmic Precision: Naim timing that makes music flow.
• 192 kHz Native: Full high-resolution support from launch.
• iPod Digital Out: Best-quality playback from Apple devices.
• Proven Reliability: Built to Naim’s exacting standards.
• Great Pre-Owned Value: Classic Naim streaming at a realistic price.
Audition the Naim ND5 XS at Len Wallis Audio and feel the PRaT.
In great pre-owned condition, this black ND5 XS is ready to bring Naim magic to your digital sources.
Capable of native high-resolution playback and direct iPod connectivity, the ND5 XS delivers the rhythmic drive and musical insight Naim is famous for.
Technical Specifications
• Product Type: Pre-owned
• Streaming Resolution: Up to 24-bit/192 kHz
• UPnP Support: Yes (WAV, FLAC)
• iPod Connectivity: Apple authenticated digital out
• USB Input: Memory sticks and drives
• Internet Radio: vTuner premium
• Dimensions (W×H×D): 430 × 70 × 310 mm
• Weight: 6.5 kg
• Finish: Black
Learn more about the Naim ND5 XS here.
Let us show you the engaging ND5 XS Streamer at Len Wallis Audio. Explore our pre-owned collection here or contact our team to audition this streamer at our Lane Cove showroom or enquire online.
Len Wallis Audio Excellence Promise
Since 1978, Len Wallis Audio has been a trusted name in hi-fi, curating premium audio solutions from our Lane Cove showroom in Sydney. For over four decades, we’ve selected products that deliver outstanding performance and quality.
Our focus on innovation ensures every item meets audiophile standards. Whether upgrading or building a new system, our team helps you find the ideal audio solution for your needs.
Experience the Naim ND5 XS in person with an audition at our Lane Cove showroom. With expert guidance and a commitment to satisfaction, we make your audio journey seamless and rewarding.
Ready for classic Naim streaming with the ND5 XS?
Call (02) 9427 6755
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Or visit us at 64 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove, NSW, 2066
At A$2,000, this Naim ND5 XS sits just above the 75th percentile of A$1,995 from your recent AUD comps, making it ambitious compared to the median of A$1,580, though still far cheaper than the newer ND5 XS 2 which lists new around A$6,800. It’s not a bargain by the numbers, but it’s not wildly overpriced if the unit is clean and original.
The ND5 XS remains a respected entry-level streamer known for Naim’s signature rhythmic punch and smooth digital handling, with solid UPnP support, Spotify Connect, and AirPlay. If this is a well-maintained, original-owner example with the 5-pin DIN cable and antennas included, it’s a worthwhile buy for those wanting Naim sound without the XS 2 price tag. Just confirm the condition and accessories before committing.
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.
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