Naim flatcap vs hicap. Flatcap to hicap first.

Naim flatcap vs hicap I have a SN2 with a HiCap DR, this was previously connected to a NAIT XS 2. You’ll need a Hicap to power your NAC282, however if it’s just a temporary test, then you can power down the Naim system, disconnect the Hicap and then use it to power the Stageline. 5. (£850 - looks reasonably tidy, no remote, just cable & paddle link A few years ago I had an XS setup: CD5XS into Nait XS and later added a FlatCap XS. gaecam August 20, 2024, 8:24pm 14. 5 from the Flatcap to the Hicap, just to see what happens. I certainly found the 1 and 2 somewhat different sonically and concur with your own insight. A SN2 with DR Hicap brought both the improved detail and brought the boogie back. Skip April 9, 2019, 2:52am 9. Naim Allaes are an incredible used bargain which would match very nicely with your set I think. I am wondering from you guys experiences who have tried hicap dr and non dr on the supernait 3 on the differences. Is the Flatcap XS Off to my local dealer tomorrow to audition a Supercap to pair with my 282, which I currently run with a Hicap. I’m hearing lots more high Mo Betta! In 3 years of listening to music through headphones and building a system I’ve never yelled out with the chorus to a song. system Closed December 22, 2022, Naim Audio - Community 82/Supercap vs 82/2 x HiCaps. The Flatcap is no better than the supply in the 180. Listening to David Byrne “REI Mono” “Wild Thing” I just lost it and started to Yell out You can power the stageline or 152 preamp from the additional hicap or flatcap but nothing else. 2004) , as he is looking to downsize considerably. Moving to a 202 pre with a NAPSC and a HiCap was the biggest jump. sound silly to pay such amount for getting those 3-series fresh. Yes. Here is the summary of the Power supply. Have kept my ND5 XS2 (as mentioned in previous strand) and have bought on eBay a NAC202 with HiCap. It is what the Naim sound is built on and is the very essence of its USP. However, the HDMI inputs, integrated AMP and Streaming capability for the NAIM NOVA is appealing. To my ears the FlatCap gave a subtle but noticeable improvement but without fundamentally altering the character of the sound, just more of the same. Hey guys, need your guidance : My friend offers me with NAC 202 (2012 built) + NAPSC at a cost of £700 & I have a spare Hicap with me earlier. SNAIC5 from socket 4 on the Hicap to the HiCap vs Flatcap Posted by: Icedragon on 19 October 2009 . I am currently using 272 pairing with 200DR aiming to buy NAC 282 being source upgrade. NAIM SLIC lead. 1000026377 1920 But the connection guide I found dated 2011 the connections beween the Nait 3r and the flatcap seems to be diifferent as how to my dealer made the connections My dealer Dear all, Maybe this question has already been answered but I could not find it. kota May 29, 2020, 4:23pm 1. A. I think I can, but can’t find an example in the various connection guides. Does anyone has an experience with the configuration (supernait 2 + flatcap xs)? Supernait 2 arrived yesterday at our home therefore I didn’t have much time to listen but after “first touch” our opinion is, it sounds better without of flatcap. Not to mention maybe its better to have two flatcapXS to make this work better. Afternoon This allows me to have one HiCap for the CD3. The 202 is not a good match for the 250. I’m assuming this FC is an older version (Olive) as the later ones could However remember that to perform at it's best the hicap needs to be recapped every 10 years, so factor that in to the cost if you buy an older one. It speeds the 5x up so that it sounds like it is on steroids. Sure, you are right. Works really really good. Steve - I’ve borrowed several items from a dealer in recent months and I wasn’t bowled over by the difference the HICAP DR made vs the olives but it was undoubtedly a bit better. Either way it out-perfoms the CD5i. Naim Hicap Naim 250 Chrome Naim CD5Xs Naim Flatcap Xs. Don't miss the next Naim Hi-Cap DR posted for sale! Search titles and first posts only. opus February 25, 2020, 2:29am Hi all, I currently run my 282 with 1 x Hicap and the required Napsc. Naim Audio - Community as you can tell from the ND555/555PSDR on the rack this is a recent picture. I’m from Ukraine. Many on this forum believe that there are non-Naim options that are better than the HICAP for less money. Found one for a good price but it’s the x version. anon4489532 Hi, as a relatively amateur Naim user/owner I have been following this forum for a while and I am always impressed by the breadth of knowledge and opinion. If you remove it the CD3. Feel free to give your view. 202 gets little love on this forum but I absolutely love mine and it’s the first naim preamp I heard and I was hooked on Naim since that first audition When I had a Nait XS, I tried it with a Flatcap XS and a HiCap. I would have to recommend the Hicap DR With its new discrete regulator on board. However, that being so manuals showing how to connect a Stageline via a Naim power supply like a Flatcap XS for example always show the Upgraded over a couple of years. I’m looking at how to connect a second hand FlatCap XS I bought to the NAIT XS 2 amplifier. Yes, in that configuration the Hicap is supplying two 24v rails to the preamp. The system consists of the following; NAC 202 NAP 200 CD5 NAPSC FLATCAP 2 STAGELINE S The However I feel the forum logic will suggest the HiCap will be best served on the amp. However remember Doesn't sound fair really, but what do people think of the difference sonically (for use with CD5x) between an old (Chrome bumper) HiCap and say a newish Flatcap / Flatcap 2. Hi there, I am looking for some advice on Naim CD Players, I currently own a Naim CD5 and HI Cap 2, I recently part exchanged a Flatcap 2 for the Hi Cap 2 and the difference in The hicap makes the CD5x sound very impressive, but after a little while it becomes very wearing. 5. 5/Hicap, and keep it as a back up in case anything goes wrong with my CDSii/XPS Naim Audio - Community Supercap VS hicapDR to power one device. In both cases it made a good amp combination a spectacular one for the money spent. I have sweet highs, airy mids and a more controlled, punchier bass! I had a Flatcap for a few years and, in all honesty, could never really hear what it was bringing to the party. Naim HiCap (Preowned, Ref 006510) LP12 Bits £485 Dec 22, 2024 Subito Naim HiCap DR SN 447 Subito €1,300 Dec 7, 2024 2nd Hand Hifi Naim HiCap DR Power Naim Power Supplies Owner Manual / Naim Supercap Hi-Cap Flatcap II Hi All, Further on from my (much) earlier [NAC-N272 vs NAC 202 & ND5-XS2] topic (NAC-N272 vs NAC 202 & ND5-XS2) sorry didn’t know if that was dead, or how to add on these questions. Do you think I will hear a significant upgrade in sound? I have a sound room that has sound panels placed at(2’x6’x3" The systems I had around that time were mainly Naim CD source, CD5, CD5i and later a CD5 XS, that was nice as it had an option to support a flatcap or HiCap and a BNC Digital out. However, it is not a mighty powerhouse to be used in the same way as a HiCap. 5? There seem to be a few second hand HiCaps around (on the web) but none (so far) of second hand FlatCaps. It has simply transformed and greatly improved the sound from my XS2. It’s a significantly better preamp. You’re better of doing nothing with the nDAC. Svetty June 5, 2020, 6:04pm 12. that’s probably one of the best PSU pairings from Naim. I am getting conflicting information recently on upgrage paths on my Supernait 3. I’ve not tried the flatcap, I would only consider a flatcap if I could power my CD player with it as well. Thinking to replace the two hicaps by a flatcap since I need the hicaps elsewhere and cant afford two more hicaps currently. a Naim NDX2. Thoughts and advice welcome ! Thanks. I have a SNAIC 5 connecting the Stageline N to the Nait 5. Mar 23, 2009 2,555 1,072 22,570 www Hello Need your opinion about comparison of NAC-112X vs NAC-122X which is better in sound quality what is main differences between them ? thank you. With pre amps (which is the part of the Nait powered by a CAP) the regulator quality is paramount and you really only require a tiny transformer and modest reservoir Most people who know what they are talking about say that the differences (spec and performance) between the olive hicap and hicap2 are pretty small. I was interested in a neighbouring thread discussion about flat caps. bruss May 24, 2023, Hi all, For years I’ve run my CD 3. I have been enjoying my XS3 but am beginning to feel that I want a fuller sound with a wider soundstage. Anyway, I now own one paired with a Flatcap XS and I am really positively surprised about the performance My system sounds pretty good as it is. I sold them once I had tried the Nait 50. Although Naim offers upgrade plans by way of a Flatcap or HiCap, I plan to keep it as is for at least a year before upgrading to anything. I expect these two to be paired for eternity hereafter. Would a hicap be ok or stick to a flatcap. It's really opened up the sound stage and created more depth. IMHO. Having seen the internal gubbins of the flat cap I'm a little underwhelmed so Its either teddy or hi cap Naim Audio - Community Supernait2 with flatcap2. It may be small, but the HiCap’s talent for maximising your system’s musicality should not be underestimated. At this point I am using a NAC202 powered by a HICAP. ie €700 7% Nov 9, 2024 I tried this out many years ago and stayed with the CD3. I added a flatcap to my classic 112/150 and to my olive series 92/90. 1. We have the so they are well run in and still going strong since 2006 for the CD5X and 2011 for the Naim-Flatcap combo. Download. NAP 250 service with Avondale NCC200 modules upgrade installed: Naim Audio NAP 250: P. Looking at the connection chart and I’ve got myself a bit confused. You are better off with the HiCap DR. 5 will sound worse. For the full sized boxes such as the 102, you want a Hicap. Cheers, Hi Forum I have just replaced a Nap 150 amp with Nap 200, for a second system. All bar the NAPSC require a SLIC lead to connect with the Headline. Sounds great but was thinking of adding a flatcap/Hicap. O. I’m just not sure it was £1k worth of SQ improvement, Stageline, I have been reading a lot on the old forum before buying it and I was surprised to see many different and often contraddictory opinions on this phono stage. I am not looking at upgrading to the 252 any time soon but looking at the option of adding another Hicap. or maybe just stick with what you’ve got if you’re happy with it. Is it worth adding a flatcap to a nac 112 and nap 150 ,would it make a big difference or is it not worth the extra cost. If you want the new boxes it’s 282, hicap 2 or DR and 250. PerF February 27, 2022, 11:46am 9. Naim; Interconnect; Hi-Line 5. snarfy January 21, 2024, 2:16pm 1. CDX/XPS vs CD3. 5/Hicap combo. June 17, 2021. I thought at the time if adding the Flatcap to the mix elevated the sound that much imagined how upgrading to a Hicap would sound. Seasons Greetings! Hope all are well, I’m after some advice if possible. So always do the dem first to find out for yourself. Give Naim a call to find out what a recap costs (or to find out the service history of any second hand hicap you may be looking at) - the Naim forum is also a good place to ask these sorts of questions. Richard Flatcap to hicap first. The problem is that the SN2 will then expose the limitations of your front end. Honestly, the Flatcap is marginally better than the inbuilt power supply but no more than that. Download O W N E R S M A N U A L. Is it a huge jump going to the dr hicap for this particular amplifier? Also would the olive hicap improve upon the sound of the supernait 3? What I found was that a SuperNait 1 with HiCap DR was more detailed and darker but lost a little ‘boogie’ compared to being fed by the standard HiCap. You’ll need a Hicap to power your NAC282, however if it’s just a temporary test, then you can power down the Naim system, disconnect the Hicap and then use it to power the Sta Note that any Headline will require a suitable power supply to operate, either a NAPSC, Flatcap, Hicap, or Supercap. The Flatcap XS is our dual output power supply, designed to complement and enhance the performance of our XS range. Dynamic and involving would be my description. Naim; Power supply; XPS 2. Are you using a proper Naim SNAIC5 between the NAC112 and the Flatcap? mrwildebeast December 31, 2022, 6:51pm 3. But my primary system will be the olive set up, but want to do it, step by step I run Supernait -> hicap -> hicap dr -> snaxo bmr -> nap 200 & snaxo bmr back to the poweramp of the Supernait. I liked them so much I decided to change my Rega separates for Naim amps. Is there much of a difference, The main conclusion I have drawn is that the FlatCap XS is a really versatile Naim product, which offers many more options than the traditional SNAPS, and one or two at which it is really adaptable, particularly with the CD5 & variants. E1 1 Connections One end of each Naim interconnect cable is marked with a band to establish its correct orientation. View online or download Naim HI-CAP Owner's Manual, Manual. I feel that putting the HiCap on the Nait will help keep the system balanced. 5 from a Flatcap, and the preamp from a Hicap. The Flatcap 2 was introduced in year 2000 and replaced by Flatcap 2x in When I started out with Naim I bought a CD5x and then a Flatcap 2x to upgrade it. Mains Supply- 100V, 115V, 230V; 50 or 60Hz Supplied with- SNAIC Upgrades I currently have a CD5 with Olive Flatcap & an XS2 with no power supply. Same here, I preferred FlatCap XS to HCDR on my Nait XS1 & CD5XS. Ian. As Chris says, the Hicap on the preamp upgrade 1, and the Flatcap on the CD player and preamp upgrade 2, may give the best result. I’ve been recommended to provide a separate power supply for the 42 eg SNAPS, HICAP, etc. Where’s the fun in that . In the way to by a name which I will keep under my hat as I’m pretty sure I’m not allowed to mention them as it’s an unapproved Naim mod. marco1 January 29, 2022, 8:46am 13. Hope that Naim claim that the Flatcap 2x is even better, and in my system it didn't have to power a preamp at the same time, as my preamp is a passive Django transformer volume control. Doesn't sound fair really, but what do people think of the difference sonically (for use with I was estimated from Naim that this would represent around 95% of the performance of a brand new HC2. A bare SN2 sounded similar to a SN1 with DR HiCap. Apparently all the higher end Naim kit is going up in price on 1st September, so hoping to beat the price hike! Be interested to know the thoughts of anyone I really enjoyed my CD5x with Flatcap but it was better IMO with a Hicap. Amplifier Media Player Speakers CD Player MP3 Player. The 4-pin can only be used if a power supply separate from a suitable Naim Pre-amp is used. Not sure if he is still selling the ZapCap, even if he is, there are other options you may prefer: The ZapCap is really a PSM-2 with a smaller toroidal transformer than a Hicap, you can get someway there with a PSM-1 in a Hicap, you can get almost all the way there with a PSM-2 in a Snaps or FlatCap. It was designed to power the more lowly 92, Nait 3 and CD3. Only the NAPSC has an integral secondary power lead suitable for the Headline; all the others will need an adaptor of some sort. Discontinued according to website. 1 Like. Wonderful to go from stairlifts Before purchasing the SN3 ,I auditioned the xs2+flatcap vs the sn2. So with this in mind I am turning to you for your thoughts on am impending speaker upgrade. Not for me but for a friend who wants a Flatcap 2. The Superline is in a totally different league. Depending on budget I’d move to an 82, Hicap and 250. Case- Black powder coated Front- Bead blasted and black anodised Outputs. I’m now after a HiCap to use with a NAP200DR/NAC202 and a NAPSC2 onto the 202. I'm considering the Hicap DR but wary that there maybe issues between various generations of Naim products. Nothing in the Naim tuner range gets close to NAT-01, I’ve heard a few & been very tempted if it wasn’t for the FM switch off threat, The 05XS can be powered by flatcap, Hicap or supercap, but not XPS. 5 player. 4 An Olive HiCap should come with a Naim Mains leads and a Naim SNAIC5. I’d expect that moving to the XS3 would give you more benefit than adding a Flatcap to the XS. Though that’s in reference to an olive hicap. Discover more online. All the best Rick @ Musicraft . 0 Equipment installation. Sthssr January 8, 2025, 8:09am the difference between a Flatcap and the SN2 powered under it’s own steam is even more pronounced than that between a Flatcap and HiCap. Power Outputs- 2 x 24V Physical. I assume that Flatcap came from the fact it was a half height power supply, The very earliest power supply I know of was the Naim Audio Power Supply NAPS, which was replaced by the Super Naim Audio Power Supply (SNAPS). I'm very happy with my TeddyCap. I plan to ad To me it. User Manual. Specifications and Main Features. Currently using a FlatCap XS to power the SNAXO, but have just bought a HiCap off eBay (Dealer) and it is arriving next week. The FC is a good piece of kit and works much better then many expect. Any thoughts on whether the additional expense of a HiCap over a FlatCap is warranted for CD3. Louis_lx March 23, 2022, 4:14pm 1. Don’t get me wrong, the Classic equipment is beautiful in sound. Hi I’m new to this and haven’t had Naim equipment for 30 years can anyone explain what I can use with my entry pre amp, at present I power it through the power amp, I’m waiting on a stage line to connect my deck( linn LP12) and in near future want to add a cd & a flatcap Q is where do I connect all these, looked at manuals but still confused Help A friend now has the 72/140 now with a Hi-Cap. The manual only mentions the Flatcap as possible to connect on its own. You can do either in stages: add the Hicap, change the preamp, change the power amp last. 5 is there any benefit two add a flatcap to the cd player I am using nac 102 with nasp and a nap 180 with a pair of splendor bc3 I am hoping to get a hicap at some point cheers. I was gifted a FlatCap XS from a friend getting out of Naim gear. Until now. Used Naim Hi-Cap 2 Power supplies for sale on 400+ second hand hifi sites & shops. Personally, if i still had an SN2, i wouldn’t let any form of Flatcap anywhere near it. These are available second hand for a lot less than new, and any version is identically inside apart from DR. NAP 250 service with Avondale HCR200 regulator modules Hello folks. Coincidentally, I came across a great deal on a HiCap-2 today and so, out of sheer curiosity, I bought it to try with my XS-2 (60w). Naim Audio - Community NAC 122x + HICAP? Hi-Fi Corner. It is pricey as an XS3 upgrade, but can be relatively easy to find ex demo or pre loved for less than a new Flatcap XS Also an additional Snaic 4 is needed for connection with the XS3. Naim Audio - Community Check the history of the Hicap with Naim, and if it’s not been serviced within its service interval, Yes the 282 powered off nap 200 is better than 202 with Hicap but still I would be more focussed about the source than upgrading from 202 to 282. Naim Audio - Community Flatcap. The later , bare, sounds a bit The older-style internal boards are about Stageline level (the circuit design is very similar). I found a few differences when adding both the HiCap DR and moving between the XS 2 and The Naim Hicap is an excellent addition to any Naim component that is equipped to interface with it. Does not carry any audio signal, only DC power. What SNAIC cable I need to connect it, and I also have Naim PHONO N preamp with original Naim iSupply. I hear lot of CD on CD5x + HiCap 2, some time Stream (Tidal). It’s the 282 you should be looking for. The FlatCap XS power supply gets a new fascia panel to match the rest of the XS range, plus improved display board power management, In fact, Naim says pretty much everything in the player is new apart from the With respect to power supplies, a HICAP would be an improvement on the flatcap for the 102 but it is expensive even second hand. Naim HiCap DR SN 447 Subito €1,300 Dec 7, 2024 2nd Hand Hifi Naim HiCap DR Power Supply (2018) 2nd Hand Hifi Naim; Power supply; Flatcap xs. The Speaker cable is Linn K400 bi-wire. Choose a country or region to display content specific to your location. Svetty Naim flatcap. Christopher I When I had a NaitXS and CD5XS, I added a FlatCap XS and it gave a nice upgrade to my system. rsch August 20, 2024, 8:21pm 13. NAP 110 PSU service with upgrade PCB installed : Naim Audio NAP 180: P. What are diferencences (tonal firstly). best wishes. He also had the CDI but that is back with me. You cant use these psu with streamers. Although this would only power the analogue section IIRC the improvement should be larger. 3 FlatCap XS Rear E4 5. Of course, you then need a Hicap rather than a Flatcap and you then have a source that is outclassed and you should look at an NDX2. Now I would like to upgrade. I know the obvious answer is try it and see, but would the 200 be providing a better I went from a 282 with a flat cap 2x to a hicap and then a supercap, there were other upgrades around it as well. The 52/Supercap replaced an 82/HiCap last year, the 135s I bought second My Naim Nac 62 So guys, is a bare CDX2 likely to sound better than my existing CD5X (with a Flatcap 2X)??? My Amplifier is a Supernait 2 and speakers are Linn Majik Isobariks. And what are the significant best then an other choice? In every situtation I need to buy a streamer (NDX, ND5 XS, ND5 XS2) it is an other Naim Power Supplies Owner Manual / Naim Supercap Hi-Cap Flatcap II Phono Bar €19 Oct 8, 2023 US Audio Mart Pristine Naim Audio HiCap DR w/6 foot SNAIC Cable US Audio Mart $1,075 2% Oct 26, 2024 Ricardo Naim NAC 282 + HiCap DR Naim, hicap, napsc, nac202, napv145 (2stk) , perfekt, naim kan bare noget, Naim HI-CAP Pdf User Manuals. 2 Likes. The Sondek too. Adding the Hicap DR to the SN1 is one of the biggest upgrades in the Naim universe. 5/Hicap was easily won by the former, when I tried that out a few years later. Still didn’t go for the CDX though. im wondering if its worth either upgrading the power anp to the nac 200 or keeping the 155xs and getting a naim hicap. I still have my CD3. To my ears the FlatCap enhanced the sound, subtly improving things like bass response, but without fundamentally changing it. Do naim still make a flatcap? No. The supply in the 180 is as good as that in the Flatcap, which is why the FC is a waste of time. Used for Naim Audio Flatcap 2x Power Supply, Pre-Owned Loud & Clear Glasgow £550 Oct 5, 2024 ADVERTS. Pictured above - SLIC lead. Funds presently do not allow me to purchase the esteemed Hicap DR. you can still use the NAPSC with the NAC 202 with or without a FlatCap 2X, HiCap or HiCap DR power supplies. Modified Hicap with Avondale TPR4, Witch Hat NEWT, CHC-REG, all I believe a similar-ish design of a pre-reg to an old school 3 pin regulator, close to Naim sound, but better, I have a Hicap TPR4 Modified Hicap with RSL PSM-1 using a modern regulator, this where I have gone to improve on the TPR4 Avondale PSUs of various generations CHC-CAP I must admit, the Teddy does have great reviews and is certainly cost effective - I had in mind spending £1k (obvs that would be a 2nd hand HiCap). Thanks! Andy I have only been in the Naim world for about 2 years, just learning and listening as I go. I didn’t get on with the HiCap on the NAIT XS 2 and preferred how it sounded without. I wasted my money on a FC2 many moons ago. This is with a view to hopefully replacing the 282 with a 252 in a couple of years time when finances allow. Had these into nac 72 with Sondek with MC cart, then 522 into Nait 3 with Rega Elys and either combos were really great. The SN1 benefits greatly from a hicap - preferably the dr model though. Naim; Power supply; Hi-Cap 2. I crawl Google translator, therefore, I ask you to forgive me in advance for my English) The story is that in the search for my sound, I have long been. If you google ‘Naim NAC112 manual’ you should find what your need for connections, though a Flatcap 2 will probably be shown rather than a Naim Audio - Community How to connect the Stageline, Hi-cap and Supernait? Hi-Fi Corner. Alternatively, am As I remember the old first generation CD5 was quite soft euphonic whereas later CD5x or /xs is more revealing, open and better overall. If you use the find facility for 'cd5x hicap' or 'cd5x hc' you'll get some more Byuing a new Flatcap XS is mostly paying for Salisbury air. Flatcap. MUSICRAFT Well-known member. Naim Nait XS 2, Vandersteen C2e speakers, Project Debut Carbon w/Blue Ortofon cartridge, Lehmann Audio Black Cube phono amp. Either but if newish, the Flatcap gave good upgrade for amplifier (5) but not for CD5. I found that a FlatCap improved the system, to my ears. Question : NAC 202 + NAPSC + HI-CAP vs NAC272 which one sound better to drive ProAc D20R & tablette 10s ? Pleased to hear This PSU can be a iSupply, NAPSC, Flatcap, Hicap or Supercap. Frequently Asked Questions. Neil0001 james_n February 1, 2024, 12:14pm 2. 00 - £1,600. On the latter point I recall during my time as Naim’s export manager lobbying on behalf of some distributors who would have liked to offer a full width Hicap, When Naim designed the HiCap DR, one conjectures that the HiCap D Wise words. Hi-Fi Corner. I’ sure Richard will be along in a mo to set me straight. The system is in good overall condition but has b I had an SN3/HiCap. I currently run a SN3 without a HiCap for reference. 5 kg Shipping Dimensions- 210 x 280 x 410 mm Weight- 7. I tried using both outputs from the flatcap for the 282, compared to using a single one the soundstage gained definition by shrinking and losing air so I Naim HI-CAP, FLATCAP 2, SUPERCAP owners manual Naim owners manual. Flatcap is good, but Hicap is noticeably better. focal-naim Obviously it depends on price and new vs old but given that the extra snaic has a not insignificant cost it might be worth considering a s/h Hicap instead. Out of Then Flatcap 2, 5 series look, two outputs, one 22V, one 24V. I’ll find it difficult to do a back to back comparison with the now discontinued non DR HiCap. A Flatcap 2x, on the other hand, was just lovely, adding a bit of life that the bare player perhaps lacked, and that’s what I bought. I am currently running a CD5 XS through a Nait XS2 with a Flatcap XS. I’m not sure I’d partner it with a FlatCap (you’ve seen the internal pictures) but I’d definitely go for a HiCap if you can find one. Shipping Weight- 9. The best way to describe it is “hifi”. However, some say a SNAPS would not be much of an improvement, but a HICAP would. This may be all you need. I checked the output with a volt meter before connecting it. anon70766008 January 1, No wonder the consolidation to the npx300, makes things a lot simpler - snaps, flatcap, hicap, supercap, xps etc no wonder people are confused what goes with what. But I want to try Naim Classic. So, two questions really, would a Apart from the early units the Stageline has two DIN outputs on the back one 5-pin for signal and power and one 4-pin for signal only. I can’t imagine that a Flatcap would be a great choice here. I’m a bit surprised that you found the Nait 5 to SN1 a big step, maybe there is better synergy between the loudspeakers and the amp now. I don’t think the Flatcap will do much either. Powering the Hicap with a PL Lite was like a box upgrade! My missus said, “is that just a kettle NAC92, NAP90, FlatCAP vs NAIM NOVA Hi-Fi Corner I have been given a cost of circa £1,400. Since then, I prefer balanced systems. rsch: Had these into nac 72 Dear All, if you would like to improve a Naim cd5x + flatcap 2x combo source that could be a valid upgrade for a system composed of nac 202 + nap 200DR and Harbeth Compact 7es-3 speakers, I found a Hicap to be a worthwhile improvement on the CD5x over a Flatcap but this isn’t a universal finding. source is a CD5I. Personally I got tired of the brush vulgaer performance adding Hicap to a CD5/CD5x, in longer term I actually preferred a Flatcap beeing more tempered and listenable balanced, there seem to be three or four version of this psu with They do different things. The change in sound was more dramatic than I expected. Feel free to use it with NAC112, NAC102 and NAC82 preamps, Stageline phono stage, Snaxo crossover or CD3. We are going to test a pre owned (loved) FLATCAP 2X and a CD5X as a source. The unit can supply 2 different units at the same time. Search titles only By: I have been given a cost of circa £1,400. Then Flatcap 2x, as above but both outputs 24V. Ziggy1983 November 18, 2024, 4:12pm 1. But when I look at HICAPS I run into connection issues - mine are 4-pin only. I later used that as a transport in to a Chord DAC and an ND5 XS2, nice setup overall. I understand that I can simply re-purpose the SNAIC 5 previously connecting the Stageline to the Nait 5 and add the requisite SNAIC 4, and be on my way - losing vinyl playback. . 5, replacing its Flatcap. Thats all that you need. The improvement was modest, but sufficiently worthwhile for me to buy one. An XP5XS is not really going to do much. When you’re powering the CD5X from the Hicap, it’s using the two 24v rails via the SNAIC5. Ardbeg10y April 1 I preferred the cd5x with hicap vs the bare Cdx2. I’d use the Flatcap on the 102. When I previously owned a CD5x I found the perfect power supply was the Flatcap 2x and that a HiCap made the 5x sound frenetic and as if it was on steroids, very overblown. I have a Nait XS2 with a Flatcap XS2, but really prefer the Olive sound. I’m being told that because I’m not using a Naim Source component the robust Naim supernait 3 with a Flatcap or a hicap won’t benefit I got the lower model, XS3 around 8, 9 months ago. HiCap was HIgh CAPacity power supply. I’ve if the improvement is close to what I have achieved with HiCap and XS2 you will be blown away. If I get a HiCap DR for my SN 2 what cable (s) do I need besides a standard mains cable. What does it do that the other won’t? Cheers. The band denotes the end that connects to the signal source. Christopher_M September 30, 2020, 4:08pm 9. MadMax June 14, 2021, 2:25pm 1. 2 or DR. Oh and the Nait XS2 is also lovely. And yes bi-wire terminals bi-amped. You can even use a hicap and a flatcap at the same time with 152/155. 00 to service and upgrade my NAIM NAC92, NAP90, FlatCAP. The Napsc powers the lights and switching, whereas the flat/Hicap powers the rest. I am also thinking about buying a Hicap and sell my flatcap. I have recently acquired a secondhand Flatcap 2. The 163xxx would be an early classic? True, but using the flatcap will free up the supply to the 180 to just power itself rather than itself and the pre. 3 Likes. Hifishark Menu. A mid-range Naim pre/power such as 282/HiCap/250DR would be even more appropriate. Flatcap XS on CD5 XS. It could well be that if I used a better source, I would have had a better experience and that the Hicap Dr was working fine. depends on what you prioritise in a system but a Flatcap would not do justice to the rest so it needs a HC DR to hear A free upgrade could be to remove the Flatcap from the sn1. And what does it come with it? Naim Audio - Community Cables needed for HICAP Dr. 35 kg Dimensions (HxWxD)- 87 x 207 x 314 mm Power. I did this in stages starting with a 282 powered from the FC into my Rega Maia for a while before going to the dealer to order a hicap but leaving with a year old exdem supercap instead. Naim has always been a company that has highly valued the contribution of All else equal I’d rather get the Flatcap XS so the brushed fasciae matches the CD5 XS, Naim Audio - Community Flatcap 2 vs. It seems to function ok. Thank you, These are really beautiful! jazzdream August 15, 2021, 1:14pm 12. Question is, is there any restriction on which version I can add to the system as quite few variants ranging from one from the same Olive era to more modern versions. Sign In Upload. The rest of the system is a work in progress However, I realised that I now have a redundant Hicap and thought I’d switch the CD 3. The SN? No idea. Looking at used/ex demo current prices, the flatcap XS is roughly less than half the price of a used Hicap DR. No problem connecting a Hicap to it. What I want to ask is, by buying the NAC-112X / NAP-150X / Flatcap 2X, can the Flatcap 2X be used to supply the power of the NAC-62 and NAC-112X as well as both? At first I wanted to buy a So. Or the least cost option: service the 180, add a Hicap and napsc to the 102. My first attempt to buy a hicap ended with an ex demo superline Well this idea of a minimalist system has well and truly gone out of the window. Would it be advantageous to add a spare Flatcap 2 ,that I have to provide power to the 202 pre, as I think that the Nap 200 only has a single rail supply, compared to the Flatcap 2 dual supply rails. I’m trying to figure out if I can connect these 4 items, as I’m thinking of adding the 152xs and 150xs, and I already have a stageline and flatcap XS and a Nait XS 2. More NAIM Manuals I’ve never seen a “backwards” iteration of a Naim product after so long - a possible can of worms here especially if I had later had my HiCap upgraded. However, with a HiCap, which I also tried, I found the sound overblown and "manic" (as someone described it). The improvement was modest but sufficiently worthwhile that I bought one. One final question. jsougne December 29, 2020, 10:00am then you might like to try the Hicap on the Supernait and then powering the Stagline via the SN’s AUX2 socket, as per the illustration above, and see which you prefer. Mind you, if I hadn’t heard anything better, I would have been quite happy with my Rega Planar 3 and Marantz CD52-2SE into Creek 4040 and Heybrook HB1s (on Linn stands iirc), and would have regarded the virtues of other options as mere pixie dust. I doubt it though as this generation of Naim separates tend to be significantly better than the all in ones. My experience of Powerline Lites has been very good. Thin black sheathed cable with a DIN5 (240) at one end and a female 2 pin locking ring connector at the other end. Later acquisition of a NAPSC was subtle but still worthwhile (especially considering the comparative cost in relation to most Naim gear). This may seem irrelevant but the difference is the cost of a Burndy vs a SNAIC - quite a significant difference in cost. In fact, up to this day, I don’t have the itch of upgrading or adding a PSU since I am satisfied with my XS3 already. Naim Flatcap 2 is an external power supply mostly used with the Naim’s 5-series – CD5 and Nait5. This is powering a much loved pair of EPOS Gavin H. And I would like to step upward. Nait 5, Cd5 and flatcap is written positively about on this forum. A Hicap would be wonderful, but I couldn’t believe the improvement of adding the Flatcap to Upgrade 2 on the 202 it only took me 15 years to figure out it could be done (why the distributor who sold me all my boxes didn’t tell me this when I bought the 202 is anyone’s guess!) I had a Flatcap for a short while for a CD5 XS, preferred it without and for the NAIT’s always used a HiCap in preference, far more capable overall and a nice improvement to a NAIT XS and Supernait 2. PeakMan August 13, 2022, I used a Flatcap XS with my XS2 and Stageline S and preferred it to adding a Hicap DR. Listed on Aug 2, 2023 Naim nacd3 cd-player Nac 92 Naim flatcap Naim nap 90 I like the looks of the older Naim, but how does this compare to my Nait5si/cd5si? Is it better, Stood in for variously everything up to Olive 82, cb 250, Hicap level and didn’t disappoint. Naim’s DR development has to be experienced imo. Naim; Interconnect; Hi-Line 4. A 92/90 is a Nait 3 split into two boxes. The 150/200 is less of a thing - probably 250 better. Since that appears to be well outside your budget, a SN2 would seem to be the best of your choices. Naim will say that there are internal improvements between models too, better transformers etc. ie Naim cd5 flatcap 2x ADVERTS. Also, from what you suggest a HICAP DR would be close to an original Supercap, but a Supercap 2 would be potentially better. Then Flatcap XS, as above but with more upmarket brushed fascia. Could anyone who has done this please advise if any noticeable improvement or is it very minor ? Or is the Supercap a better option even if not necessarily upgrading to the 252 in the near I tried a Hicap on it and it sent the player into overdrive, completely manic. Manuals; Brands; NAIM Manuals; Power Supply; HI-CAP; NAIM FLATCAP 2 - MANUEL 2 ; NAIM Categories. I Have 112/150 combo, with my lovely Tannoy Cheviot HPD315A, and recently i bought a Flatcap 2. My dad is giving me his Naim system (circa. Power amp was a Rega Maia. I’d say that a Supercap trumps any form of Hicap in pretty much all cases. This Stereos & Home Audio item by AmplifierSurgery has 5 favorites from Etsy shoppers. Is this true? I have both available for a second system. Hi. However, I’m sure many on here have listened to both. 4 NAPSA Rear E5 5. However, the HiCap changed the character of the XS sound, making the sound the I have got a Naim SuperUniti now. So you really need to be saving for a better streamer eg. But here is where I seem to be going wrong. Naim Audio - Community Flatcap 2 vs Flatcap 2x. This will create an earth loop and impair overall system performance. Its a minor upgrade, I found them best used on my CD5XS player I wonder if they ever sell those PSU anymore. Some says it is good some say there is a lot better (and the latter is most often true in hifi). PRODUCT DETAILS Finish. These include the teddycap I’ve found the NAIM guide and other posts on this forum that suggest I need two Din/SNAIC cable (a 4 and a Sorry all noob alert. As said the hicap would make even more of a Good morning everyone! I have replaced my nait xs2 for supernait 2 and I’m wondering if it’s worth it to keep flatcap xs. Geofiz: This Been pondering the idea of adding a dedicated PSU to the pre amp section of my Nait XS2. bruss January 1, 2023, 2:24pm 19. 7 Likes. Use Hifi Shark to monitor pricing and global availability. And this is from a sceptic who got a loan of a cable from his friendly Naim dealer. NAP 180 service with Avondale NCC200 modules upgrade installed: Naim Audio NAP 250: P. Do NOT try to power a Headline via the powered AUX2 socket on a Naim pre-amp or Integrated. I also tried a HiCap and to me that changed the sound much more drastically (“manic”, someone called it) and not entirely in a When I bought a 282 I powered it from a flatcap, or rather half a flatcap 2x, the other half powering my CD5x’s analog circuits. And only relatively Naim Audio NAP 110: P. Firstly, I'm not clear if the HiCap can power two items? And if it can the potential pitfalls of a previous generation Cd player with current gen amp. A compact power supply partner for almost all of our preamplifiers plus our phono stages and active crossover components, its large toroidal transformer and generous, high-quality smoothing capacitors ensure excellent performance and value. The main difference is I would leave the Flatcap on the CD player. It is better to connect Phono in Flatcap, or leave it on original power? And, if someone have experience with this combo and flatcap2, what can I Why would you recommend the Hicap vs the flatcap for the 282? I was recommended the flatcap as also a headlines needed power (and seem not to go along with gear itself :)) FYI: this is the gear I am aiming for (already owning the 250 DR) NDX2, NaC 282, Headline plus needed power source. I am thinking of moving to the SN3 and then eventually adding a hicap, however in the interim would I see an improvement by adding a flat cap until I am in sufficient funds. 5 NAPSC Rear E5 6 Specifications E5 7 Declaration of Conformity E6 8 Statutory Safety Warnings E6. What I read and What are meet my plans NAC/NAP. In short, it was awful. Recently, I’ve upgraded to 282/Supercap2. Ok Naim people, I’m new here & have a question; I’m about to audition a Naim HiCap DR into my existing system. So have been looking towards the flatcap XS, possibly ex demo or pre loved. The 72 was designed to work with the Hicap, so if you want to hear yours as Naim designed it, that might be what you should consider. The question is, is the HiCap DR a worthwhile Hello people. I’m very happy with my Flatcap XS. NAIM FlatCap 2X power Audioweb RON 3,000 33% Dec 20, 2022 Resources. Hello all, I have the opportunity to purchase a hicap olive serviced at a great price. So possible scenario System 1 use hicap with stageline, buy ndx System 2 use flatcap with 152, use existing nd5xs. You are better off leaving the nDAC or getting a decent power supply as advised. L&R signals go from the CD5X via the DIN interconnect to the 152. The best place for the PL Lite is the pre-amp PSU (Flatcap/Hicap etc), followed by the source component. The SNAIC5 is also carrying the L&R signals from the preamp to the power amp via the Hicap and SNAIC4. Presently, the FlatCap is connected as follows; -Power out A goes to the SNAXO -Signal out A goes to the SuperCap for the NAC 282 Looking at the connections on the HiCap: Hello! I really need your advice. The price difference between a new FlatCap and a s/h HiCap seems to be in the $400 range (Canadian dollars). It’s a little rough, it’s got some scratches and dings, the Naim logo doesn’t light, but gift horses. The Flatcap is long gone. I can relate to that when upgrading to the original XS and adding the XS Flatcap some ten years ago, made my 602 S2 speakers sing and continues to do so. Hi my name is Jeff can you help I have just manage to get my first naim cd player which is a 3. P o w e r S u p p l i e s. If considering an i-Supply, then you’ll get better performance from a Flatcap for not a great deal more money secondhand. Add one Your favourite Naim Hi-Cap 2 resource? » Add a link here; Discuss Naim Audio - Community Nait 3 vs. All are discontinued. Some people prefer the FC, saying that the Hicap makes the CD5x a bit frenetic, but this wasn’t my feeling. ? A hicap will be a true upgrade for amps/preamp. Hicap vs Supercap. Hi there I’m new to the Naim world having just picked up a 92R/90 combo off ebay to pair with my Linn Ninkas. Likewise your XS3 won’t benefit too much from the Flatcap. jazzdream August 15, 2021, 1:14pm 11. However, hooking up a Hicap to my then 202 was a big upgrade. I started my Naim journey with an XS system (original series): Nait XS, CD5XS. Ian2001 February 23, 2022, 9:22am 73. It indeed also improves the Dac - not sure its because the Dac gets powered differently, or that the Preamp stage improves. The system is in good overall condition but has been in storage and not used in at least 2 years. Such are the perils of I have a CB 42/160 combo, recently serviced by Naim (PAPS fitted). Ships from Downers Grove, IL. The 282’s Aux2 socket does indeed provide a secondary supply output, but that is intended for a Stageline or Superline phono stage, and probably not recommended for use I would try a HCDR before considering any second hicap. Is there information how I should connect this? And is it correct that I can use the same I added a HiCap to my XS2 and subsequently used this on a SN1 and SN2. lukgpp txxgbh kxh fjq wmzh iyfyx nct djx pblrqd qtdtbk