Naim NAC 252 Pre Amplifier (2022)

An excellent example of this fantastic Naim NAC 252 Pre amplifier from 2022. It was previously sold, but has since been thoroughly refurbished to as new specification by Naim and will be supplied sealed in original packaging, with all accessories, and as we (Hi-Fi Sound) are an authorised Naim dealer it will have a manufacturer’s 2-year warranty.

Naim Say….
Like many of our products, the NAC 252 stems from good stock: it descends directly from the NAC 52, still one of the finest preamplifiers ever made. Capable of exceptional clarity, its power supply components reside in a separate enclosure: the SuperCap power supply unit. This ensures optimum isolation from electromagnetic interference and provides each of the ten audio circuits with an independent, fully regulated supply voltage. Additionally, separate power supplies for the digital control and switching circuitry further isolate the audio circuitry from noise. It’s this attention to detail that makes the NAC 252 so special – that, and our determination to let nothing stand in the way of your musical enjoyment.
Many designs were explored for the NAC 252 and a complete review of the circuit topology and components took place in accordance with the developments pioneered in preamplifiers such as the NAC52. Hundreds of hours were spent listening to various designs, ensuring that the harmony between music and technology was always maintained.
Ten independently regulated power supplies are fed from the matching SuperCap power supply. Totally separate regulated supplies for the digital control and switching ensure no noise is generated in the audio circuits.
Please note this item requires a SuperCap power supply
Features:
Support for both DIN and RCA inputs to facilitate connection into a wider range of systems
Totally separate regulated supplies for digital control and switching circuitry
Precision rotary potentiometers with precious metal wipers
AV bypass mode for simple connection to an existing AV system
Powered input for use with StageLine or SuperLine phono stages
Specifications:
Audio Inputs:
Other Inputs: AV input configurable for unity gain
Input Impedance: 47kΩ
Analogue Input: 4 x DIN, 2 x DIN, 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: 1 x variable, 3 x fixed (DIN)
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

What Hi-Fi magazine reviewed this product and, in their sum-up, concluded….

“A superlative preamp, well worth the time and effort it takes to make it really sing: magical!”

And in their “FOR” comments said….
“Drive, pace and weight just about everything, really”