Naim NAC 202 Pre Amplifier (2011)

The first preamp in the ‘classic’ series from Naim Audio, the NAC 202 is a high-quality line level preamplifier. It requires an external power supply (from PSU or suitable Naim Power Amplifier), and comes in very good condition with a small blemish along the right hand side – please see photographs. It is supplied in original factory packaging, with remote control, and our standard three month warranty.
Naim say….
The NAC 202 is the next step up from our entry-level NAC 152 XS, adding star-earthed circuit boards for superior transparency and an even lower resonance circuit layout. It provides for a wide range of expansion and upgrade options, including connection to a StageLine phonostage and an AV bypass connection to an external AV amplifier.
The NAC 202 introduced a new level of technical and musical performance to our range of preamplifiers, along with elegant new styling.
Low-resonance circuit boards and anti-vibration, resonance controlling feet minimise the effect of microphonic vibration on the highly sensitive electronic components while carefully matched precision rotary potentiometers with precious metal wipers are used to preserve musical integrity and ensure long-term stability. The intelligent balance control combines a high-quality motorised potentiometer for the best performance with intelligent circuitry to indicate the centre position.
The NAC 202 also features a silent microprocessor that sleeps during listening and controls all aspects of the amplifier including: protection circuits that continuously monitor the power supplies ensuring safe shut down in the event of a power cut; user configurable RC5 input and Smart IR system for remote control integration of Naim Audio products.
Features:
Support for both DIN and RCA inputs to ease connection into a wider range of systems
Powered input for use with StageLine or Prefix phono stage
Specifications:
Audio Inputs:
Other Inputs: AV input configurable for unity gain
Input Impedance: 47kΩ
Analogue Input: 4 x DIN, 2 x RCA
Input Sensitivity: 75mV
Audio Outputs:
Line Outputs Variable (level): 775mV
Line Outputs Fixed (level): 75mV, 600Ω
Load Impedance: 10kΩ (min.)
Output Impedance: <50Ω
Analogue: 2 x variable (DIN), 3 x line level
Power Outputs: Naim phono amplifier
Finish: Case: Black powder coated; Front: Brushed and black anodised
Dimensions: 432 (W) x 314 (D) x 87 (H) mm
Weight: 7.0 kg
Power Supply Options: NAP 155 XS, NAP 200, FlatCap XS, HiCap, SuperCap
Supply Voltage: 24V

For a review from What Hi-Fi? magazine please click here