The NAC-N 272 combines Naim’s digital audio technology with classic analog preamplifier engineering. It samples the best of both worlds to create an immensely musical hi-fi system. Includes the optional DAB+/DAB/FM radio tuner module.
Read the review from What Hi-Fi? calling the NAC-N 272, "a hugely talented unit that delivers top-class sound with an extensive features list."
OVERVIEW
New-in-box Naim NAC-N 272 Streaming Preamplifier with FM Tuner. This model has been recently discontinued by Naim.
Paired with a NAP 200, NAP 250 or even a NAP 300 power amplifier, the 272 is an ideal choice for those seeking the convenience of a single box streaming system with iOS and Android app control, but that crave hi-fi separates performance.
It boasts an impressive array of inputs including high-resolution (up to 24bit/192kHz) UPnPTM streaming, Spotify Connect, iRadio, Bluetooth (aptX), USB, multiroom, TIDAL music streaming support and a DAB/FM module.
Six digital and three analog inputs cover integration with a wide range of sources from CD and games consoles to phonostages. It’s also performance upgradable with the addition of a Naim Audio XP5 XS, XPS or 555 PS power supply.
All this functionality does not come at the cost of performance. The 272 has been carefully designed and meticulously hand-crafted to deliver a completely immersive and awe-inspiring music experience.
FEATURES
- High quality preamplifier including digitally controlled analog volume control
- 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
- Performance upgradable with XPS or 555 PS power supply
- Supports a broad range of music formats: WAV, FLAC, Apple Lossless, AIFF, AAC, DSF64 and DFF64, 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 stream millions of songs from the world’s most popular streaming service
- Native support for TIDAL streaming service with free 90 day trial of lossless HiFi tier
- Bluetooth connectivity with aptX audio codec
- DAB+/DAB/FM radio module
- vTuner 5* full-service internet radio
- Multiroom & Party Mode compatible
- Naim Audio app for iOS and Android
SPECIFICATIONS
- Outputs: Preamplifier (2 x DIN, 1 x RCA) / Line (1 x RCA) / Digital S/PDIF (1 x BNC) / Headphones (1 x 6.3mm)
- Preamp Output: 775mV
- Line output: 275mV
- Frequency Response: 4Hz – 40kHz
- S/N Ratio: 87dB
- Analog Inputs: 3 (1 x DIN, 2 x RCA)
- Analog Input Sensitivity: 275mV
- Analog Input Overload: 34 dB
- Digital Inputs: 6 (1 x BNC, 2 x RCA, 3 x TosLink)
- Digital Input Sample Rate: Coaxial – 192kHz, Optical – 96kHz
- Other Inputs: DAB/FM, USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- iRadio Service: vTuner 5* full service
- Audio Formats: WAV and AIFF (up to 24bit/192kHz), FLAC (up to 24bit/192kHz), ALAC (up to 24bit/96kHz), WMA (up to 16bit/48kHz), Ogg Vorbis (up to 16bit/48kHz), MP3, M4a (up to 320kbit/s), Playlists (M3U, PLS), DSD (NAC-N 272 only). Gapless playback supported on MP3, M4A, AIFF, WAV, FLAC and ALAC. Internet radio: AAC, Windows Media™ formatted content, MP3 streams, MMS, Ogg Vorbis, Spotify® Connect: Ogg Vorbis (up to 320kps) TIDAL: AAC (96 or 320kbps), FLAC (16bit 44.1kHz) Bluetooth: SBC, AAC, aptX and aptX-LL
- Upgrade Interface: mini-USB
- Wi-Fi Compatibility: 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n
- Quiescent Consumption: 21W
- Mains supply: 100V, 115V or 230V, 50/60Hz
- Power Supply Options: 555PS, XPS, XP5 XS
- Dimensions (HWD): 3.43” x 17” x 12.36”
- Weight: Approx 23 pounds
