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Naim Hicap2 vs Teddycap vs Avondale power supplies

I would like to get some unbiased comparisons
on the sonic differences between these power
supplies for Naim XS or Supernait int ams.

I have an idea what the Hicap2 does for a
Supernait as far as adding a lot of weight
to the music. This may be too much for my
room. What I would like is an improvement
in sound stage width, detail and vocal presence.

If anyone had done any comparisons, I would love
to hear from you.
scottmac62

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smholl
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per my Naim dealer, the newer integrated amps and amps aren't critical on speaker cable length. Anywhere from 6 feet to 20 is fine. I was using 8' NACA 5, now using 6' Oval 9.
My front end is CD5x/TeddyCap, Basis 1400 turntable with Stageline/TeddyCap and SQ Duet with Cambridge DACMagic.
Speakers are Monitor Audio RS-6.
smholl
190 posts
 
Scottmac62 - I've had the Nait XS for about 8 months. Here's what I have discovered. First of all, I thought the Naim speaker cables (NACA 5) were horrible. Very shrill and lacked defined bottom end. I ended up with Analysis Plus Oval 9 biwire. Incredible difference. Made everything come alive. Next, I add the TeddyCap to XS. Very nice overall improvement. Smoothed out mids to highs. Bass is absolutely incredible. I have not tried a HiCap, so don't know how it compares to the TeddyCap.
smholl
190 posts
 
I usually take the Naim propaganda with a grain of salt. Sometimes they go a little overboard. As to power cables, most of mine are PS Audio Statement or Power Plus. My power distribution center is Furman IT Reference 15.
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