Naim 200 Series NSC 222 Streaming Preamplifier

NSC 222 Begin your New Classic musical journey with the highly versatile NSC 222 preamplifier. Access a wide range of music streaming platforms (Spotify, TIDAL, Qobuz, etc.), a very large number of online radio stations, handling bitrates of up to 32bit/284kHz.Want to enjoy vinyl? The NSC 222 has a MM phono input. Do you like headphones and want to dive into a world of solo listening? NSC 222 is also equipped with the full Naim technology for headphone listening, which is inherited from the Uniti Atom Headphone Edition: our amplifier-DAC, the recipient of several awards all around the world. A unique streaming platform NSC 222 incorporates the very latest Naim streaming platform. Made by our experts in Salisbury, it sets new standards in terms of its prowess, functionality and ease of use. It is designed to offer true Hi-Fi performance, with the legendary Naim sound. Play all your favourite radio stations non-stop, as well as any music you choose from Spotify Connect, Apple Music, TIDAL, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, UPnP™ servers, USB key, Roon Ready, and more.   Easy App control – in one room or many The Naim App – available for Apple and Android devices – makes it simple to control your NSC 222, and even link up other music systems around your home into a stunning multi-room set-up. Use the App to access all your music, including your favourite radio stations, streaming services and playlists, and explore artist discographies and biographies.   Simple and enjoyable to use The NSC 222 is very simple to use – you can easily control it using the Focal & Naim app, available on iOS and Android, but also with the Zigbee smart remote control supplied. Of course, you can also access many features via the NSC 222 itself, and its backlit volume button. For your listening pleasure, the 5.5” colour screen displays the tracks being played.   Naim know-how Under the guidance of our Technical Director, Naim’s engineers have developed simple but elegant circuits, combined with our acclaimed and high-performing DR technology, guaranteeing the stable and fluid power supply so essential for superior performance. Our teams opt for the highest-quality components and perform ultra-precise measurements for an uncompromising result.   A timeless design Naim products are designed to be both contemporary and timeless. Our creations forego any unnecessary decoration that does not contribute to performance targets or add to the sound quality. The design of the NSC 222 streamer and preamplifier combines extreme precision, impressive functionality, sleek design and innovative materials to make it easy and enjoyable to use.    The story of Naim and aluminium Our founder, Julian Vereker, immediately understood the many benefits of aluminium as a material for wrapping Naim electronic components. He knew that delicate audio components are very sensitive to the effects of magnetic fields, unstable temperatures, unwanted vibrations, etc. While other manufacturers were bending thin sheets of steel, Naim used thick plates of aluminium.   Specifications: Audio InputsUSB2 x USB Type A socket (front and rear - 1.6A charge) Digital (S/PDIF)2 x Optical TOSLINK (up to 24bit/96kHz)1 x coaxial RCA (up to 24bit/192kHz, DoP 64Fs)1 x coaxial BNC (up to 24bit 192kHz, DoP 64Fs) Audio Input1 x moving magnet phono1 x 8-pin DIN (compatible with 5-pin DIN cables)1 x RCA stereo pairLine level inputs (RCA/DIN): Impedance 47k, 2.2V typical, 7.5Vrms Max8 pin DIN has +/-18V for compatible external phono stages such as Solstice NVC TTCompatible with 5 pin DINMM phono: 47k/470pF, 5mV, 23dB overload (75mV max) Audio OutputsDistortionMM: < noise floorLine: 0.0025% @2.2V input volume at 0dB, 1kHz(Line: 0.015% @2.2V input volume at 0dB, 20kHz)Digital: 0.0035% @0dBFS volume at 0dB, 1kHz Digital level2.1V at 0dBFS volume at 0dB Audio OutputsAnalogue1 x XLR pair (Stereo XLR balanced impedance 7Vrms max)1 x RCA pair (Stereo RCA 7Vrms max)1 x 6.35mm headphone jack (Headphone 1.5W into 16) CrosstalkMM: 90dB at 1kHz, volume at 0dBLine: 90dB at 1kHz, volume at 0dB(Line: 70dB at 20kHz, volume at 0dB)Digital: 90dB at 1kHz, volume at 0dB AnaloguePre-amplifier at max volume 15.5dBPhono stage MM 40dB Signal-to-Noise RatioMM 80dB ref 5mV A-wtd volume at 0dBLine 104dB ref 2.2V A-wtd volume at 0dBDigital 102dB ref 0dBFS A-wtd volume at 0dB Frequency ResponseMM: -3dB at 10Hz, RIAA +/-0.1dBLine: 3Hz to 40kHz -3dBDigital: 3Hz to 27kHz -3dB ConnectivityNetworkEthernet (10/100Mbps), Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n/ac) FormatsAudio FormatsWAV - up to 32bit/384kHzFLAC and AIFF - up to 24bit/384HzALAC (Apple Lossless) - up to 24bit/384HzMP3 - up to 48kHz, 320kbit (16 bit)AAC - up to 48kHz, 320kbit (16 bit)OGG and WMA - up to 48kHz (16 bit)DSD - 64 and 128FsM4A - up to 48kHz, 320kbit (16 bit)Gapless playback supported on all formats PhysicalWeight24.25lbs (11kg) Dimensions (HxWxD)35/8x17x121/2" (9.15x43.2x31.75cm) PowerMains Supply115V or 230V, 50/60Hz Power ConsumptionTypical use consumption: 25WNetwork standby mode consumption: <2WStandby mode consumption: <0.5w Product TypeTypePreamplifier User ControlApp ControlApp control (iOS and Android), bi-directional ZigBee remote and front panelOptical 3.5mm output for synchronised control of compatible products