Naim UnitiLite Streaming System (2014)

Renowned British Hi-Fi specialists Naim got into the digital streaming market quite early on, and, as a result have been able to provide an enviable range of products to suit most needs and budgets. Here we have their take on a one-box system, which includes the FM/DAB modules, and all you need do is provide a suitable pair of speakers. This unit which dates from 2014 is in good condition with a couple of marks on the main unit and the included remote control. It comes complete with original factory packaging, mains cable, manual, Wi-Fi antenna and as always, has our standard three month warranty.
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The UnitiLite distils the qualities and functionality of our original award-winning all-in-one into a slimline enclosure. So, it will handle CDs via a mechanised front-panel tray, high-resolution music streaming over UPnP, DAB+/DAB/FM and internet radio and digital sources via one of five 24bit/192kHz-capable inputs. It also has Spotify Connect built-in, and support for TIDAL High Fidelity Music Streaming service seamlessly integrated into the Naim App. For all its slimline versatility its 50W integrated amplifier provides it with a heavyweight sound which sets it apart as a product worthy of the Naim Audio badge.
UnitiLite is not simply about features and versatility. It applies Naim Audio high-end engineering principles to achieve performance levels that bring the as live musical experience into the home. UnitiLite borrows numerous technologies and techniques from high-end Naim Audio electronics. For instance, the UnitiLite DAC chip is a close relative of the device employed in the high-end NDX streamer, similarly, its power amplifier design is informed by techniques fundamental to the Naim Audio sound, and its internal power supply features separate transformer windings and regulation for digital, analogue and amplifier sections. Its CD player section benefits from the experience of the engineers who have been designing the best sounding CD players in the world for over 15 years. So, regardless of musical preference, the UnitiLite is sure to fill a room with impeccable sound. It’s a genuine Naim Audio product to the core.
Features:
UPnP-enabled to allow streaming of audio files at up to 24bit/192kHz resolution from Naim Audio hard disk servers, network-attached storage (NAS) devices or any home computer
CD playback through mechanised slot-loading tray
Integrated 50W per channel amplifier shares design DNA with iconic NAIT integrated amp
Supports a broad range of music formats: WAV, FLAC, Apple Lossless, AIFF, AAC, Windows Media-formatted files, Ogg Vorbis and MP3
Six 24bit/192kHz-capable digital inputs (S/PDIF) to support optimum connection to external sources
Spotify Connect built-in to play millions of songs from the world’s most popular streaming service
Product Specifications:
Audio Inputs: Analogue: 2 x RCA pair, 1 x front panel 3.5mm jack (combined optical)
Audio Outputs: Headphone Output – 1 x 3.5mm jack; Load Impedance: 10kΩ min; Output Impedance: 22Ω max
Power Output: 50W per channel into 8Ω; 75W per channel into 4Ω
Dimensions: 432 (W) x 301 (D) x 70 (H) mm
Weight: 7.5 kg

For a review from Hi-Fi World click here and its subsequent award from the same magazine click here