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Naim integrated compatible as a great preamp?

I am trying to figure out what to upgrade next on my system. I am looking for a preamp upgrade and am ultimatedly willing to spend 2.5k for the upgrade. How is the naim line of integrated and preamps? Are they compatible with other components that are not NAIM? I have a DNA 225, BC 2 Mono class A amps and also a SET 300B Amp. Will I get that NAIM PRAT and something else with a NAIM in charge of the line inputs or should I invest in upgrading a First Sound Presence Deluxe to a MKII status for 2.5k? Is there anything else out there that is Solid State and that can do a better job? I am thinking about a component that can do linestaging duties with a variety of amps, such as those in my collection.

PAUL
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gold001
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Naim pre-amps are designed to be used with Naim amps. They are powered by the Amp or by a separate power supply.

Some people do use Naim pre amps with non Naim Amps, but it's not commom.

If you like the naim sound you could try somthing like a Nac102 pre with the Hicap power supply. They seem to go for about $1500 and $650 used. However If you add a Nap180 amp you've got a really sweet system.

Another way to add a little PRAT to your system would be to get a Naim CD player. For $2500 you could get The mighty CDX used. This thing will really make your system boogie.

-Patrick
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