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Full Naim system vs DAC/pre into power amp.

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Sun, Dec 2 2012, 5:03PM
audiokid
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I have a Naim Dac, 282, 250.2. 

I only use digital from a mac so I'm thinking I could get a simpler system - A DAC with volume control straight into a power amp. 

Does anyone have any experience with such DACs (audiolab Mdac, Teddy Dac, Weiss 202 etc) straight into a power amp (eg Naim 250.2, Teddy Monoblocks etc) vs the more conventional Naim set up such as mine? 

Is this a crazy move? Is the Naim still the best option? It seems to be a lot of boxes and ££ to play digital only. I did wonder whether the simpler system would also bring benefits due to less being 'in the way' between the source and the speakers. 

 

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Sun, Dec 2 2012, 7:31PM
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RE: Full Naim system vs DAC/pre into power amp.

Are you unhappy with what you have now? If not, just stick with it. Sounds like you already have a system most can only dream of...

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Sun, Dec 2 2012, 8:19PM
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RE: Full Naim system vs DAC/pre into power amp.

Yes, the system sounds great!

Just wondering if I can retain that sound without the 282 Pre, Naim Dac and two power supplies.

Maybe, maybe not. 

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Mon, Dec 3 2012, 10:16PM
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RE: Full Naim system vs DAC/pre into power amp.

Just a bump, hoping to get some more advice!

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