Hello,
I have a Naim Supernait 3 integrated amplifier with a Naim Hi-Cap DR power supply and Bowers & Wilkins 805 D3 speakers. My analog system consists of a Rega Planar 8 turntable with an Ania Pro cartridge and a Naim Aria MK3 phono preamp.
I currently listen exclusively to vinyl, but I’d like to add a digital system since there’s music I’d like to listen to without necessarily owning the vinyl. I’m considering buying a DAC/Streamer.
I’m very happy with the Naim Supernait, which is why I thought about staying within the Naim brand. I don’t want to spend as much as the Naim ND X2 costs, but I noticed that the Naim ND5 XS2 is significantly more affordable.
However, I have a few concerns.
First, I’m not very familiar with digital audio, and this DAC was released in 2018-2019. Given how fast things evolve in the digital world, I’m unsure if it’s outdated compared to newer options (I’m not up to date with the latest features or advancements in modern DAC/Streamers).
Also, I don’t know if Naim’s digital systems lean toward an analytical or more musical sound. Coming from vinyl, I’d prefer a DAC/Streamer with a more musical character.
Apologies for my English, as I’m using AI translation.
Best regards.