RADAR is a price search engine. We link to the original listing — we never sell direct. Transactions happen on the source site.
Commercial Naim Audio ND5 XS Streamer (Music) Classic Naim network player with native 24/192 streaming and iPod connectivity | SH20430Discover the pre-owned Naim ND5 XS at Len Wallis Audio in Lane Cove.Key FeaturesHi-Res Streaming: Native 24-bit/192 kHz UPnP playback. Apple Authenticated: Direct digital iPod/iPhone connection. USB Playback: Memory sticks and hard drives supported. Internet Radio: vTuner premium service integrated. Naim Build Quality: Rigid chassis and isolated circuitry. The Naim ND5 XS is a pioneering network audio player that brought Naim’s signature sound to digital streami
A$2,000 is an ambitious ask for a used Naim ND5 XS, sitting just above the 75th percentile of A$1,995 and well clear of the median A$1,580 from your own AUD listings. While the ND5 XS remains a highly regarded streamer known for its punchy, musical sound and seamless Naim integration, this price leaves little room for negotiation compared to the strong deal zone under A$1,136.
The ND5 XS excels as a compact network player that delivers surprising depth and timing, making it a favorite for small to mid-sized systems. If this unit is in pristine original-owner condition with all cables and the remote, it could still be a worthwhile buy for a Naim fan, but only if the seller accepts the fair-market reality closer to A$1,580. At A$2,000, it’s not a bargain—it’s a fair-to-weak value unless the condition is exceptional and accessories are complete.
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.
