That is what the 552 does well - it not only does the ‘start’ but is the first in the range IMO to also render the ‘stop’ of struck-notes so that the harmonic-structure is revealed - previously veiled behind the overhanging fundamental.
That effect is throughout the frequency response and bass is cleaner and has better timing and less over-fullness. I think the is an effect of the suspended sub-chassis as all the boxes that include this all get that improvement.
DB.
It is such a joy just to be able to listen to the music (Beethoven’s 3rd symphony at the moment) knowing that you are hearing all the orchestra in proper balance. It’s the soundstage and beauty of the bass where only the 552/500 delivers, as well as the mids as highs that the other Naim combo also do. There is none the lightness even if exciting at times of the 282. I still think there are albums where I prefer the sound of the 282, but it just a matter of accepting that the 552/500 is right and is giving a new appreciation of the music (after a dip with early Genesis albums they are sounding great now the run in is nearly done). The 252/300 DR was not a end for me rather a appetiser for the 552.
I suppose in a different room a 252 or 282 can be enough, but not in my room and with my speakers. But I bet the 552 would also come up trumps in the different room also.
Phil
Phil
Nice to hear that you enjoy your system to that level.
How big is your room and would you mind telling me how the speakers are placed. From front wall an how far apart from each other
Thanks
The chair near the speaker sometimes gets moved, but we have to live in the lounge as well. Also the reason for the irregular speaker positions. We can also have the patio doors open with no serious ill effects other than the neighbours getting to hear the music as well. But it works!
Phil
I have that track, Run Away Horses, What’s the method if you don’t mind me asking? 
There was a thread running 3-4 months ago. Basically start without toe and close to wall and move out one speaker to find positions where the double bass is strongest. Then choose the best one and bring the other speaker out to the same position. Then adjust the toe for best stereo image (move around checking the position of the double bass is constant) and finally the rake for height of singer. Best to find the thread ‘Creating a Soundstage’ (I think) though.
Surprisingly when listening to the tv which is central the sound is central even though the speaker centre is not.
Phil
Cheers, I’ll give it a go. 
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