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Angeboten wird „NSC 222 - Streaming Preamplifier - EXPO UNIT - NEW WITH ALL ACCESSORIES AND FULL WARRANTY“ von Naim Audio als Ausstellungsstück aus der Kategorie „Digital Streamer“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 1358263590 endet am 06.08.2026 um 06:24 Uhr.
# Naim Audio NSC 222 – Buyer Notes
At EUR 6,400, this NSC 222 sits well above the recent comparable median of EUR 4,886 and the 75th percentile of EUR 5,643. That's roughly 31% above typical asking prices for this streamer in the used market. The NSC 222 is a capable network player with solid streaming credentials and Naim's characteristic sound, but it's not rare or especially sought-after on the secondary market. Unless this unit carries exceptional provenance, low hours, or includes premium accessories (external PSU, etc.), the asking price reads ambitious rather than fair. You'd likely find comparable examples EUR 500–800 cheaper with patience.
Before committing, verify the unit's service history and whether it's had any capacitor work—Naim streamers of this vintage can develop power-supply issues. Confirm all inputs and outputs function cleanly, stream stability over WiFi and ethernet, and that the display is bright and responsive. Establish whether the original remote, manual, and any power leads are included. Ask about software version and whether the unit still receives app updates through Naim's current ecosystem.
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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