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Suggested System

A Naim Retailer will recommend the right system for you, however you may choose to partner the SUPERNAIT with the following as a start:

  • Integrated System
  • CDX2
    CDX2
  • HDX
    HDX

Upgrade Path

Optional upgrades for the SUPERNAIT are:

  • Power-Line
    Power-Line

    Mains cable upgrade

  • FlatCap XS
    FlatCap XS

    Connected via supplied SNAIC-5 and 4 pin DIN - 4 pin DIN interconnect (available separately)

  • HiCap
    HiCap

    Connected via supplied SNAIC-5 and 4 pin DIN - 4 pin DIN interconnect (available separately)

  • NAP 200
    NAP 200

    External power amplifier connected via supplied interconnect

  • SuperCap
    SuperCap

    Connected via SNAIC-5 and 4 pin DIN - 4 pin DIN interconnect

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SUPERNAIT Integrated Amplifier

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SUPERNAIT is not just a superbly musical amplifier; it is an analogue and digital audio control and connection hub that just happens to have some of the world's best audio amplification attached. The SUPERNAIT preamplifier section is directly descended from Naim's superlative reference series preamplifiers, and its power amplifier incorporates all the techniques and know-how that give voice to the traditional Naim qualities of rhythmic musicality.


Along with sound quality, connectivity is a SUPERNAIT forte. The 21st Century has seen an explosion of music carriers, formats and delivery systems. With analogue inputs through both DIN and phono sockets, digital inputs through both coaxial and optical sockets, a combined digital optical/analogue front panel input and on-board re-clocked digital to analogue conversion, there is very little that SUPERNAIT cannot handle. SUPERNAIT is just as versatile with its outputs. In addition to the power amplifier speaker outputs, it carries separate record, preamplifier, bi-amp/ subwoofer outputs, and a front panel mounted headphone output driven from a separate power amplifier. Independent record and listen selections add to the versatility, and flexible input assignment means any input socket - analogue or digital - can be assigned to any source selection button.

The versatility of SUPERNAIT doesn't disguise the fact that it is a world-class amplifier. The preamplifier section is transparent, detailed and fast - just like Naim's other preamplifiers - and the SUPERNAIT power amplifier delivers generous, muscular and musical power into almost any speaker load.

An upgrade path has always been a part of the Naim offering. While SUPERNAIT caters for your connectivity needs, we have also covered your future upgrade requirements. SUPERNAIT is probably the only amplifier you will ever need; however, in true Naim style, we have still anticipated you aspiring to greater things in the future. And if you do, a power supply, power amplifier or even a phono stage is only an upgrade away 400VA transient output capability.

  • Custom designed toroidal transformer with seven separate windings
  • Upgradeable with FlatCap, Hi-Cap or SuperCap
  • Bi-ampable
  • On-board DAC powers down when using analogue inputs
  • S/PDIF digital inputs (Coax and Optical)
  • Six analogue Inputs, Five digital inputs
  • Powered input for use with StageLine or SuperLine phono stages
  • Input mapping
  • Subwoofer output
  • Front-panel headphone socket
  • Can be used as a preamplifier or power amplifier
  • Independent listen and record
  • Bi-directional RS232 port for connection for custom install in 'intelligent' homes
  • Remote controlled with remote or optional RS232

The SUPERNAIT is a truly versatile amplifier and its capabilities can easily be expanded. There is a bi-amp out (preamplifier output) DIN socket on the rear panel to enable an external upgrade power amplifier or second (bi-amp) power amplifier to be connected. There are also separate pre-amp out and power-amp in sockets. In normal use these sockets are connected by an external link plug but this can be removed. The link plug should be removed only if a power supply upgrade is to be used or an alternative preamplifier is to connect to the SUPERNAIT power amplifier section. There is also an unfiltered stereo subwoofer output via phono sockets (this duplicates the preamplifier output). The preamplifier section of the SUPERNAIT can be easily upgraded with the addition of a FlatCap, Hi-Cap or SuperCap external power supply.

AUDIO INPUTS
Input Sensitivity 75mV
Input Impedance 47kΩ
Sample Rates Supported S/PDIF up to 24 bit/192kHz
Other Inputs 3.5mm jack on front panel
AUDIO OUTPUTS
Line Outputs Fixed (level) 75mV, 600Ω
Line Outputs Variable (level) 775mV, <50Ω
Power Outputs Naim phono amplifier
Other Outputs Headphone, 3.5mm jack
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
Power Output 80W/channel, 8Ω
CONNECTIVITY
Remote Control Infra Red (RC5)
Remote Input 3.5mm jack on rear (RC5)
Remote Output 3.5mm jack on rear (RC5)
RS232 Optional (DE9 female)
POWER
Mains Supply 100V, 115V, 230V; 50 or 60Hz
PHYSICAL
Dimensions 87 x 432 x 314mm (H x W x D)
FINISH
Front Brushed and black anodised
Case Black powder coated

REVIEWS

Here is a selection of reviews that have been written about this product. Where PDF downloads or online links are available to us, they are featured.

  • HIFICRITIC - December 2009

    "the pairing of SUPERNAIT and HiCap was a pleasure to audition"

  • HIFICRITIC - December 2009

    "the pairing of SUPERNAIT and HiCap was a pleasure to audition"

  • What Hi-Fi? Sound & Vision - May 2009

    "You can throw anything at this system and it delivers it with sweet musicality"

  • HiFi Critic - August 2008

    "It did not have to sound this good, but it does. Highly recommended."

  • Hi-Fi World - November 2007

    "A true audiophile amplifier in a box - high end hi-fi without the tears"

  • Hi-Fi Choice - October 2007

    "The SUPERNAIT presents everything you choose to play through it in a manner that will excite, delight and engross"

  • Hi-Fi World - September 2007

    "Nait's have changed for sure, but for me they all remain highly endearing and - thanks to that brilliant Salisbury service back up - brilliant second-hand buys"

  • HiFi Choice - July 2007

    "It is a wonderfully cohesive-sounding amplifier and it has no problems knitting together diverse musical strands."

  • Hi-Fi Choice - June 2007

    "Note that this is not a switching power supply, but a 'proper' meat eating, bourbon-drinking toroidal transformer"

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