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For sale is a pair of good condition Naim SBL loudspeakers in black ash finish. They feature new grilles.
Renowned for working well up against a wall / boundary, and for the their pace, rhythm and timing !
Serial #106562
No Boxes
A similar used speaker alternative is sitting at NZD 830 on the median, so NZD 1,500 is on the rich side unless this pair is especially clean, complete, or hard to find. It’s above the NZD 1,610 75th percentile? No — it’s actually below that, but still far enough over the middle that I’d call it ambitious rather than a steal.
That said, this is a respected design with a serious following for its scale, timing, and ability to disappear when set up correctly, which is why people still chase them. If the cabinets, grilles, and foam/plinth arrangement are all present and the drivers are healthy, the appeal is real; the main upside is buying a classic that can outperform plenty of newer speakers if the room and setup suit.
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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