SNAIC directionality - nDAC

[b-lilja]

I just want to verify - connecting an nDAC with a 32.5, the banded end of the SNAIC goes to the nDAC. Correct?

[james_n]

Yes. It’s a standard DIN5 interconnect (signal) rather than a SNAIC (which carries both power and signal)

How to identify SNAICs and Interconnects

Standard Naim Interconnects. Interconnects carry only audio signals. Naim usually include a standard grey Interconnect in the box with sources. It is no after-thought, but rather a great sounding high performance cable that complements Naim equipment perfectly. [Naim 5-5 Interconnect1|600x434] Pictured above - standard Naim interconnect. Grey or grey with a slight lavender tinge outer sheath, DIN5 (180) at both ends, green direction band. Used for connecting signal from sources such as a N…

[suzywong]

Try it both ways. Does one way sound better to you?

It’s a bit of wire (tbf, several bits). If I (a chartered Elec Eng.) told you that it makes buqqer all difference, would you believe me?

In the end it’s what suits you best.

Enjoy…and the nDAC is a wondrous beast . Now give it a PSU

[b-lilja]

Thanks James! Great.

[b-lilja]

Thanks Suzy - I am gonna be compliant - why not!

I have had the nDAC for a while, and totally love it. Quite honestly, I am putting my system back together after some house repairs, and trying to do a good job - and did not realize these were directional until I stumbled across a mention.