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Naim NAC102 Phono
NA523K MC Phono boards fitted
With original remote and manual
Last of the classic Naim Olive pre-amps
Excellent condition
Serial Number 134*** – 1997 model
About this NAC102
This superb pre-amp is a 1997 example and has been extremely well looked after. Its in excellent condition, full working order and has the optional and highly desirable NA523K MC phono boards fitted.
The fitted and highly sought after NA523K MC boards means it will accept a turntable with Moving Coil cartridge – this particular K version is optimised for Linn and similar spec cartridges. These alone are worth over 150 if bought new and sell for 100 secondhand. They are still used today, in slightly modified form, in Naims new phono pre-amps at a much higher cost.
Its in full working order with smooth controls and all the input switches are working correctly. All LEDs work, including the main Naim Audio logo. The remote control is also in perfect working order and has a tightly fitting battery cover.
The cosmetic condition is also excellent with unblemished front and rear panels. The casing is also in very good condition and free from major marks. Please take a look at the photos for a personal appraisal and to see just how nice this example is.
As well as being in excellent condition, this example also comes with its original NARCOM system remote control, instruction manual and both NAPSC and HiCap blanking plugs. It will be dispatched in a newer style Naim box.
About the NAC102
The NAC102 was the last Olive amp released by Naim. As such it represents what many believe was the high point in Naims history, when the company was still led by its founder, Julian Vereker.
Priced at over 1000 new in the mid-nineties this was and, indeed still is, a high quality component. The new equivalent is the NAC202 and now costs 2100. These days the NAC012 is under-rated and is superb value for the sound and build quality on offer. The NAC102 combines what is best about the older NAC72 with the functionality of the newer NAC82 model – at a fraction of the cost.
It has the characteristic Naim-sound with amazing pace, rhythm and timing but, unlike the NAC62 and NAC72 combines this with a wide range of features, including remote control.
Ideally, the NAC102 should be matched with the NAP180 or NAP200 power amps but its easily good enough to partner the NAP250/HiCap or, at the other end, one of the slimline Naim power amps – NAP90, NAP150, NAP150X or NAP155XS.
Like all the best Naim amps it can also be upgraded as funds allow. With three power supply upgrades – NAPSC, HiCap and SuperCap – you can take the NAC102 to a very high-end level.
As with all Naim pre-amps, the NAC202 needs to be powered by a Naim power amp (up to and including the NAP180/NAP200) or a HiCap/SuperCap. It has no mains lead and it is not recommended to be partnered with other brands of power amp.
Review
Hi-Fi World – Percussion possesses a bite and lack of overhang that makes it sound as though theres a V12 engine and turbocharger in there. (tested with NAP180)
Spec
Upgrade socket for HiCap/SuperCapUpgrade socket for NAPSCFull system remote controlBNC Phono input with NA523K MC phono boards6 x DIN inputs – 3 with record functionBalance controlTape Monitor functionMute function
Can be powered from the preamp inputs of NAP power amplifier up to the NAP180/NAP200 or external power supply.
Case size (mm): 430 wide x 300 deep x 76 high
Supplied
Naim NAC102Naim NA523K boards fittedNaim NARCOM remote control Naim DIN blanking plugs x2 (remove if using HiCap or NAPSC)Naim Instruction bookNaim Classic style box
Postage
Naim Classic box usedBox sealed with parcel tape at all openingsRemote wrapped in bubblewrap and carefully placed within the boxBox wrapped for added protection and securityTracked and signed for courier
Item may be collected in Nottingham at no extra charge
Payment
PayPal (when posting only)Cleared cheque (posting or collection)Cleared bank transfer (posting or collection)Cash (collection only)
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Category: Sound and Vision:Home Audio and HiFi Separates:Amplifiers and Pre-Amps
Location: Nottingham