Each of the 3 products priced the same at £5700 in UK. Which compared to some parts of the world is turning out to be a relative bargain 
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What PSU on 282 in that compare ?
I didn’t realize there’s such a disparity in the pricing UK v rest of the world. That’s something to keep in mind if I choose to demo and trade in.
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The 252 and 282 are 200 series. They run with 300 series!
So what’s the issue with 222. Why is it a mullet? We don’t really know what the numbers mean yet.
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Not something I’d given much thought to till others in Australia and New Zealand pointed it out. I don’t have much to worry about, even the UK prices for me are beyond my current means 
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Yeah I’m in no rush to move from where I am. I made that mistake when I was at CDS2/XPS/72/HC/250 and went for the current classic line up. Fairly disappointing. My current system sounds great and is thoroughly enjoyable and I’m content to let others be the guinea pigs while I consider my next move.
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I guess a number of thoughts on that:
The NPX300 has been launched by Naim as a partner to the 222, so there’s that. My addition to that pairing is the 300DR.
I’ve read a number of comments on hear of the old 272 being paired very well with the current 300DR
I auditioned the 222 through a 500DR and it was fab.
I’ll audition the new 300 amps when they come and see how that appeals, I might stick or twist. If I go for that then potentially, much further down the road, I could swap out the 222 and go full separates. I have had a bit of a journey and I’m not that bothered by a bit of a mullet now and then if that’s what it is. Should be fun though.
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Well not so sure the 222 equals a 252 Dan
282 yes , but there is a big difference between a 282 and 252
So let’s wait and see Re the future
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Same here ElMarko 
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Anyone who can count knows that 222 doesn’t equal 252.
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It should be at least 30 better.
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All 3 units are on display at your local dealership. They do look really nice in person IMHO.
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I will have to drop by and take a peak…
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Leave your wallet at home….
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Hell, my wallet left home 
Just as well I’m sticking.
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i loved my 202! Just went up the chain but could have stayed there!
That’s dangerous! I’m picking up my NC250 either Friday or Sunday. Waiting on some cables to arrive. The Naim Cables might not be available until March
Yes, in hi fi terms. The 282 is more detailed, especially in the bass area, also better soundstage. Not a surprise surely? The caveat is that I have limited time with the 222, it is not fully run in and I have not done lots of A-B comparisons. Also the sound is different so comparisons are hard. Still not sure which I prefer
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The trick to a good evaluation is to not do A/B comparisons. They are horribly misleading and make the listener focus on details rather than the whole. If possible, try the new box for a couple weeks and use only that. Then go back to the old box (the 282) and ask yourself whether you suddenly feel you gained or lost something.
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