Having assumed it was a joke, I have to say it looks pretty good, shame in a way it’s a one-off, a second colour option would help fit into rooms.
An opportunity arose with a PR Co. (Litte Red Rooster) that she couldn’t let pass by. From what I understand she will still be doing some PR work for Naim though
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Hmmm, I don’t have a problem with a limited edition system, and if it helps Naim sales that’s great.
What puzzles me is this…
I followed the link in the email to the pages on website detailing the Anniversary Edition gear. And then to find out more, I did as Naim suggested and explored the full range, (well actually just the Classic).
And there still are shown the 202, 200 and 272 as CURRENT products. Helpfully the NAP100 is discretely labled as “Discontinued”
Hmmm…
I think it looks more modern and I could easily see it fitting in a very modern space.
The NAC202 and NAP200 production is suspended due to the parts supply issues, so not officially discontinued.
Ahh, thanks for that. Here in sunny Perth news can be a bit problematic.
I thought I was going to get a used 282, but sadly my deal fizzled, so thinking of just grabbing a 202 to get me through for a few years. All the Australian dealers list them as current, (at the new price), but none can supply.
Grrr
Yeah, I think you’re right, the black knobs and fraim color are not working for me.
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Wow!, just wow!
I personally like it but you would have to pair it with an all black Fraim…
My view is that the Anniversary Edition is not aimed at forum members who have already bought into the Naim brand. I think the aim is to introduce well-heeled folk new to both the brands and likely younger than the forum average age. Naim and Focal need to attract new customers or move Muso or Bentley owner into the main ranges and help the companies to continue to thrive long term and this type of product will likely help do this. And that can only be a good thing I feel, as I want Naim to continue developing excellent products.
Also, I do wonder how many will be made? The release didn’t say how many or I didn’t notice how many. If very limited, it might be a good investment for someone with £28K needing a home? So maybe it is aimed at a few of the well-heeled forum users who are savvy about this kind of thing?
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Naim’s association with Focal seems to have shifted the focus to marketing. I’m a bit surprised with this move as it doesn’t really reflect their brand identity (focus on what’s IN the black boxes), and once you lose that…
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I believe they hired a renowned designer to come up with the black boxes, it’s not exactly a new thing and better than ugly boxes
Leica does the same with their cameras, there’s loads of special editions, but they’re a bit ‘bling’!
Much prefer a traditional black Leica and discreetly cover the red dot with black tape.
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You’ve hit the nail on the head there. In my view, this is simply a lazy regurgitation of existing products, aside from a new lick of paint. There is NOTHING NEW here.
I would far rather see NAIM continue with innovative new product design and development (e.g. Solstice). NAIM are in danger of being left behind by some competitors out there…
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You have all missed the real crime with this tin coloured set up, just one Hicap. And lets be fair, who cares what colour the Napsc is, noone should ever see it!
Richard I would be extremely surprised to see 202/200 making a return.
As for making grey editions of the equipment currently available then great if it boosts sales it has to be good. However, I’m still owed 3×250DR on orders dating back to August last year so personally I wish they would prioritise Black for a client orders already in the system.
Just saying!
Best regards, Peter
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Should have changed the Naim logo to white
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My view is I would buy the 10 year anni set-up if I wanted a new system and this version was available on a shorter lead time. Next purchase though would be at the local DIY shop for a few tins of matt black paint!!
IMHO a complete waste of time and resouce by Naim / Focal - sorry to be negative.
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I think this could be good for those that don’t want to get on the upgrade treadmill.
Buy the system and use it and just enjoy.
Also I think it allows imperfect cases to be repurposed and this would help keep cost down.
With these sets systems they are a pre order now and receive later so I don’t think it will effect current back logs.