RADAR is a price search engine. We link to the original listing — we never sell direct. Transactions happen on the source site.
A complete Naim Audio NAC 552 preamplifier system is being offered, including the matching NAC 552 DR external power supply. This combination represents one of Naim’s highest-performing analog front-end solutions and is widely respected among serious audiophiles.The unit has had previous ownership but remains in excellent overall condition. It has been carefully looked after, is fully operational, and delivers the level of performance expected from a flagship component.Package contents include: NAC 552 preamp NAC 552 DR power supply Original packaging and factory boxes Full set of original Naim cables and connections Naim PowerLine mains cable AudioQuest Angel DIN-to-RCA interconnect (upgraded cable) Remote handset Condition overview: Clean, well-preserved appearance Functions perfectly with no known issues Owned in a smoke-free environment There is an aesthetic blemish on the power supply shown in the last picturePerformance highlights: Top-tier preamplifier from Naim’s reference lineup Discrete Regulator (DR) technology for superior power regulation Highly detailed presentation with excellent dynamics and musical flow Seldom available as a complete, upgraded package Designed without compromise, this preamp system is an outstanding match for high-end amplification and source equipment.IMPORTANT – SHIPPING & CONTACT DETAILSShipping is available and will be arranged at the buyer’s expense. To receive an accurate quote, a complete shipping address is required upfront.For all inquiries:Email: Please address your message to the attention of DanPhone: Ask for Dan directly Important notes: PayPal fees are not included Shipping costs are not included No trades Duties, brokerage, and customs fees remain the buyer’s responsibilityHere are all the original accessories and extras included with the unit: the factory packaging and boxes, the complete set of original Naim cables and leads, a Naim PowerLine mains cable, an upgraded AudioQuest Angel DIN-to-RCA interconnect, and the remote control.
Generating expert take…
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.
eBay US
eBay UK
GB
audio-markt.de
Good
DE
audio-markt.de
Good
audio-markt.de
Good
audio-markt.de
Good
