Naim CI UNITI 102 Streaming Amplifier

System flexibility, slick music streaming and top quality sound all combine to make the Naim CI-Uniti 102 a uniquely talented device.

Key Features

• Wired and wireless streaming capabilities: TIDAL, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, Spotify, UPnP™, Internet Radio, Airplay 2, ChromeCast
• Versatile connectivity: HDMI, Bluetooth®, S/PDIF, analogue, RCA input, reception from Dante network
• Ultra-quiet and compact built-in power amplifier rated at 150W at 8 ohms
• Two independent stereo RCA outputs that can be used for subwoofers or sub-zones
• Trigger outputs for remote standby of CI-NAP 108 and CI-NAP 101
• A universal 100V to 240V mains power supply

The Naim CI-Uniti 102 offers unparalleled system versatility. Connect a pair of speakers and use the Naim/Focal app to stream music, plus you can also stream over Bluetooth, connect up a TV, CD player and a wide range of other devices. Much more than this, however, the CI-Uniti 102 also functions as the heart of a CI series system. Match with CI-NAP 101 and CI-NAP 108 power amps and you’ve got the ability to run multiroom sound in up to 32 rooms and, with the CI-NAP 101 you can even use line volt speakers, making it ideal for commercial as well as domestic settings.

Famous Naim sound quality

With a world-class reputation for their amplification and as used by many famous brands from the BBC to Bentley, who better than Naim to power your installation system. The CI-Uniti 102 effortlessly lives up to Naim’s reputation for clear and fast-paced sound with power aplenty to match. The CI-Uniti 102 outputs a powerful 150 watts per channel to passive (8 ohm) speakers.

CI series delivers the ideal devices for Custom Installations

Naim’s CI series is designed for professional installations where system control and quiet running are just as important as top quality sound. Working in conjunction with the CI-NAP power amplifiers, it can be used to provide music in up to 32 rooms. The slimline casing is ideal for rack/stack mounting and is ultra-quiet in operation.

Flexible customisation

For custom installations, the CI-Uniti 102 comes with Focal & Naim manager software and speaker profiles. This lets you optimise the sound, room by room and depending on which speakers are in which rooms. It also works seamlessly with popular third party CI control systems, such as Crestron, Control4, RTI, Savent and Elan.

Stream music your way

Whichever way you stream your music, the CI-Uniti 102 delivers. With direct access to Spotify Connect (Premium Spotify account required), Tidal Connect, Qobuz and thousands of Internet radio stations, you can enjoy near limitless music. Chromecast is built-in, seamlessly linking to hundreds of supporting apps, such as Deezer, Qobuz and SoundCloud. If you prefer to stream within your own network, UPnP (Universal Plug n’ Play) is also supported – right up to High Resolution 32 bit/384 kHz files.

AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth

Stream music from your Apple device or iTunes with AirPlay 2 and you’ll not only hear your music library or favourite music service but also take advantage of Apple’s multiroom system. Alternatively, for a quick and easy link for anyone in the room, link a smartphone by Bluetooth and share the music instantly.

Transform your TV’s sound

Amongst its many features, the CI-Uniti 102 also comes with an HDMI eARC socket. This is the ideal connection for a TV, giving your TV the potential for a huge boost in sound. Now you can get a massive upgrade to your TV’s sound as well as music playback, without the need for separate soundbar or sound base.

The centre of your system

As well as HDMI, the CI-Uniti 102 also comes with digital and analogue inputs. The optical digital input is perfect for a CD/DVD/Blu-ray player, games console or TV set-top box, while the analogue RCA input is ideal for a turntable (with pre-amp built-in). Twin outputs are ideal for adding a powered subwoofer and/or connecting to a recorder or looping the sound through to other components.

Who is Naim and what is their Uniti Series?

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.

'Uniti' is the term given to Naim's series of all-in-one network players, designed and engineered to offer a flexible and versatile operation while retaining the best possible sound performance without compromise - something Naim has become renowned for over many years as a critically acclaimed home audio/hifi manufacturer. The Uniti series also allows for multiroom audio, allowing you to link one or more players together to fill your home with flawless sound from a wide range of sources.