Naim NAC 202 Preamplifier
Local Delivery
Discontinued
Naim NAC 202 Preamplifier
The Naim NAC 202 pre-amplifier utilises the full width and height Naim alloy casework to screen the delicate electronic circuits inside from unwanted noise, electromagnetic finds and vibration.
Naim engineers have developed the NAC 202 recently, both in the areas of electronic audio circuitry and the mechanical isolation of the electronics from the listening environment. Multi-layered printed circuit board technology has allowed for a complete ground plane to improve the earthing of the audio circuits - the result is that the sound quality is even purer and noise free than ever before. Simultaneously, the star earthed printed circuit board is now suspended upon shock absorbing mounting points, allowing any ambient vibration to be filtered out before affecting the sensitive electronics through micro-phonic effects.
Volume control is achieved through a rotary control on the front panel - a high-quality ALPS blue stereo potentiometer lies behind the external volume control and is one of the most precise and high-quality components on the market. Although a balance control is not visible on the front panel, balance control is possible thanks to the internally mounted ALPS blue potentiometer - this is intelligently controlled by Naim's own software and microprocessor, which is only active during user's adjustments to the controls or selected inputs - under listening conditions, these digital circuits are in hibernate mode.
On the rear panel, six inputs are available via DIN or phono inputs. Stereo pre-amp outputs are also available on DIN connections, and nearby are power supply inputs to allow the NAC 202 to be powered by a Naim power amp or one of the Naim power supplies - FlatCap, Hi-Cap and NAPSC are all compatible, and will provide a noticeable upgrade in sound quality over and above the standard power amplifier power supply. A powered output is also provided to allow the Naim Stageline phono stage to be used with the NAC202, without any need for an external power supply.
The NAC 202 partners superbly well with either the NAP200 or NAP 155 XS.
Who is Naim?
Naim Audio has a special place in British audio, thanks to its founder and inspirational leader Julian Vereker, a hugely talented mechanical and electronic engineer with a passion for, amongst many things, music. Founded in 1973, Naim has always had a firm philosophy of music first, measurements second - each Naim product is extensively auditioned as part of the product development process to make sure that it delivers clear, emotional music-making ability. Naim products are designed to bring the closest facsimile of a live music event into your home listening environment, to give you maximum pleasure from your music collection.
Audio Inputs | - |
Analogue Input | 4 x DIN, 2 x RCA |
Input Sensitivity | 75mV |
Input Impedance | 47kΩ |
Other Inputs | AV input configurable for unity gain |
Audio Outputs | - |
Analogue | 2 x variable (DIN), 3 x line level |
Line Outputs Fixed (level) | 75mV, 600Ω |
Line Outputs Variable (level) | 775mV |
Output Impedance | <50Ω |
Load Impedance | 10kΩ (min.) |
Power Outputs | Naim phono amplifier |
Connectivity | - |
Remote Control | Infra Red (RC5) |
Remote Input | RCA on the rear (RC5) |
RS232 | Optional (DE9 female) |
User Control | - |
Front Panel | Volume control, eight button matrix |
Handheld | NARCOM-4 Remote Control |
Power | - |
Supply Voltage | 24V |
Power Supply Options | NAP 155 XS NAP 200 FlatCap XS HiCap SuperCap |
Upgrades | - |
Power Supply | 1 x Hi-Cap/SuperCap |
Other | NAPSC (optional) |
Physical | - |
Dimensions (HxWxD) | 87 x 432 x 314 mm |
Weight | 7.0 kg |
Supplied with | NARCOM-4 Remote Control |
Finish | Front Brushed and black anodised Case Black powder coated |
UK Delivery
Providing your item is in stock, the order is usually dispatched within 24 hours. Postage and packing is completely free for orders over £99*. Out of stock items will be dispatched as soon as they become available, which can take between 4 to 21 days
UK Delivery orders are sent via our couriers' DPD Local on a next-day-delivery service and usually take between 1 and 3 days.
Local Delivery
Certain manufacturers disallow mail order for their products, however a local delivery may be possible.
We offer a local delivery service for a large number of our products. After your order has been placed, a member of the Hifi Gear team will contact you to arrange a convenient date and time for your local, personal delivery.
Click & Collect
We offer a free ‘Click & Collect’ service on all items. As soon as your order has been completed and is ready for collection a member of our team will be in contact with you. Orders can be collected from our store at 11 King Street, Hereford, HR4 9BW.
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