Nova to NAP300DR

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Hi,

I notice that the Uniti Nova has a single Analogue Out, whereas the NAP300DR has two separate input channels - what’s the best way to connect them?

Thanks, Carl

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You need to get a 4 pin Din to two XLR lead made up. Flashback sales can supply them - just tell them what you want it for. I’m assuming you realise that a Nova and 300 is not an ideal long term solution.

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Thanks, why do you not consider it to be an ideal long term solution?

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I would ask Naim to make such a cable.

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Because the source and preamp in the Nova are not really up to the standard of the 300. I have a 300 that I use with my 272, but I didn’t get the 300 until I had a 555PS for the 272. The chap who bought my 250DR added it to his Nova and didn’t feel it made a huge difference. Rather than a Nova/300 you could perhaps look at an NDX2/282/200DR. The 300 could make sense as a stepping stone to something like a NDX2/PS/282/300 if that’s the sort of plan you have.

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I have done exactly what you would like to do. My dealer made up the cable. It was a lot of fun, but i always was going to move on, as i was waiting for the new streamers. Wise words from HH , if you are going to stick with that combination, better sound quality from other Naim combinations.

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I agree with HH, source first. When I had a Nova, I upgraded the streamer first.
Bud

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Thanks guys, my only realistic option (space restrictions) is to replace the Nova with a NAC-N272. Any thoughts on whether it is worth swap?

I get the feeling that the NAC272 must be inline to be replaced soon, and also the used value on them is so low, makes trading the Nova a bad decision financially, and I really don’t want to have to go through the selling process on the Nova

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I wouldn’t use a bare 272 with a 300. I’d only get a 300 if I already had a 555PS. 272/XPSDR/250DR is a great three box system. If you could get good money for the Nova and get a 272 cheap then money wise it could be ok, but only if you can manage without the Nova’s features. Are you set on the 300 for some reason?

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I’ve been able to get a NAP300DR at a great price, my speakers are quite hard to drive, from what I’ve read the 300 will do a good job…

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In that case, just get a din to XLR pair lead made up and enjoy it.

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