Naim 5si integrated?? The reviews are good but is it still current in performance
I am downsizing from separates to an integrated amp. I have read several very good reviews of the Naim 5si,over the years, but its power seems low considering some of the power requirements of even medium size room,
Need to get some feedback from current or previous owners about its sound quality. Often reviewers mention the "PRAT" factor of its sound , that is, rhythm and timing. I am not sure what the "P:" and "A" indicate.
I have also considered the Bel Canto 300i which is older in design (2009) but is more power and less inputs which I don't need.
Thank you
sunnyjim
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@sunnyjim Completely agree with the ’listen before you buy’ mantra. Although, it is getting very difficult, if not impossible, in today’s environment. Either way, I was offering my experience having compared Naim and Kinki in my own system. IMO, Kinki sounds better and offers better value than Naim 5si and Supernait 3. Of course, it is not the only game in town. If you can audition in your own system before you buy, there’s nothing like it. |
@sunnyjim i suggest you reach out to @alvin1118 for any concerns about servicing. He is also the distributor for Denafrips which provided servicing in TX. Maybe they can handle Kinki as well, worth asking. if you get a chance read Steve Huff’s review … he was mighty impressed with it. BTW, I have zero financial or any other interest in Kinki Studio :) |
