Naim ND5 XS 2 - Network Music Streamer - NEW!

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NAIM ND5 XS 2

Our entry-level network player is the perfect introduction to music streaming.

The ND5 XS 2 uses our innovative new streaming platform with an expanded feature set. High-res UPnP™ streaming, AirPlay, AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, Bluetooth (apt X HD), Spotify Connect, TIDAL, Qobuz, Roon compatibility, internet radio and multiroom streaming – alongside digital and USB inputs for conventional connections – make this versatile player the ideal partner for one of our integrated amplifiers.

Carefully selected and matched parts, an oversized toroidal transformer, decoupled PCB boards: the ND5 XS 2 benefits from classic Naim engineering and fastidious attention to detail to ensure that it delivers natural, engaging sound quality from all sources.

Features

UPnP-enabled to allow streaming of audio files at up to 32bit/384kHz resolution from Naim Audio hard disk servers, network-attached storage (NAS)devices or any home computer

Supports a broad range of music formats: WAV, FLAC, DSD, Apple Lossless,AIFF, AAC, Windows Media-formatted files, M4A and MP3. Gapless playback on all file formats

Two 24bit/192kHz capable digital inputs (S/PDIF) and two optical inputsto support optimum connection to external sources

Built-in Chromecast allows you to stream from hundreds of supportedsmartphone or tablet apps (192kHz)

Apple AirPlay - stream music from your iOS device or from iTunes andApple Music

Spotify Connect built-in to stream millions of songs from the world’smost popular streaming service

Native support for Qobuz with true high-res streaming up to24-bit/192kHz quality.

Native support for TIDAL streaming service with free 90 day trial oflossless HiFi tier

Front-panel USB port for replay of MP3 player and USB-stored audio (1.6Acharge)

vTuner 5* full-service internetradio

Multiroom & Party Modecompatible

iOS and Android Naim Audio app for intuitive control

Bluetooth connectivity with aptX codec for quality audio playback

Thanks to RC5 system integration, you can control compatible amplifiersthat are connected to your network player directly from the Naim app on a phoneor tablet

Roon ready - turning your music collection into a beautifully laid outcatalogue

Technology & Craft

The streaming section of the ND5 XS 2 uses the latest Naim network cardfeaturing low-noise, high-speed low-voltage differential signalling (LVDS) toroute the digital audio signal. The higher speed is capable of decoding all HDaudio formats at up to 32 bits/384 kHz or DSD128. Rather than the source actingas the digital timing master, our new streaming board turns things around andallows our DAC clock to control the flow of audio data. The data isinteger-over-sampled in a SHARC DSP to an incredible 40-bit accuracy beforeit’s fed to the PCM1791A Burr-Brown digital-toanalogue converter.

Developing a new streaming platform was one of the biggest projects wehave ever taken on. Naim engineers across all disciplines – electronic,industrial, acoustic and mechanical – worked for three years to create a systemthat could make the most of online services such as TIDAL and Spotify whileadding future-proof flexibility through Chromecast built-in. Supporting fasterdata rates with dual-band Wi-Fi and the latest 802.11ac protocol, this robustplatform was designed for the highest performance on every level.

ExtraordinaryDesign

With Naim's newnetwork players, they retained a classic look while integrating thelatest technology and innovative new features using the familiar brushedmetal exterior. Along with the Naim app, it’s the face of Naim's seamless newstreaming system, providing access to streaming services such as Spotify andTIDAL, internet radio, local sources and album artwork, in short, ultimateconnectivity.

Streaming Platform

Developing a newstreaming platform was one of the biggest projects Naim have ever taken on.Naim engineers across all sectors; electronic, industrial, acoustic andmechanical, worked for three years to create a system that could make the mostof online services such as TIDAL and Spotify while adding future-proofflexibility through Chromecast built-in. Supporting faster data rates withdual-band Wi-Fi and the latest 802.11ac protocol, this robust platform wasdesigned for the highest performance on every level.

ExcellentFeatures

Internet radioallows you to explore thousands of stations from across the world and save yourfavourites as presets for easy access. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) streamsmusic from a PC, Mac or network-attached storage with a stunning resolution ofup to 32 bits/384 kHz or DSD128. Four 24bit/192kHz capable digital inputs(S/PDIF) to support optimum connection to external sources such asTVs, set top boxes or games consoles. Thanks to built-in IR RC5system integration, you can control your Naim amplifier directly from the Naimapp on a phone or tablet. You are also able to play music from a USB-connectedphone, iOS device, other MP3 players, USB sticks or HDDs.

All your Music

Naim’s newnetwork players offer numerous ways to listen to your music with clarity andprecision. Chromecast built-in lets you stream audio from hundreds of supportedsmartphone or tablet apps such as Deezer, Qobuz, Plex, TuneIn, Soundcloud andPandora with up to 24 bits/96 kHz resolution. Apple AirPlay streams music fromyour iOS device or from iTunes and Apple Music. Tidal lossless streamingservice is integrated for ease of use and audiophile-quality sound. Nativesupport for Spotify lets you play millions of songs from the world’s mostpopular streaming service. Start playback from a portable device and listen onyour Naim network player, using the Spotify app as a remote. Bluetooth (aptXHD) pairs your Bluetooth device for instant playback of your music in highdefinition with the best current Bluetooth (low latency).

Multiroom Audio

Play music frommultiple Naim streaming sources at the same time. Simply link, for example, theND5 XS2 in your main system to the Uniti in your office and the Mu-so in yourkitchen using the intuitive Naim app. Roon-Ready completely transforms theexperience of browsing and playing music: rich, beautifully laid-out metadatais hyperlinked to build an easy-to-navigate, searchable magazine of your musiccollection.

500 Series

Naim's latestnetwork players have been engineered on the basis of a completely new streamingsystem. Three years in the making, this innovative, Naim-designed digitaltechnology surpasses anything they’ve done before. Combining state-of-the-artDSP with a rich, analogue soul, the 500 Series' network players deliverengaging, immersive sound quality to get the very best out of your music, whilstretaining Naim's classic styling.

SPECIFICATIONS

Audio Inputs
Digital (S/PDIF)
2 x optical TOSLink (up to 24bit/96kHz)
1 x coaxial RCA (up to 24bit/192kHz, DoP 64Fs)
1 x coaxial BNC (up to 24bit/192kHz, DoP 64Fs)

USB
2 x USB Type A socket (front and rear – 1.6A charge)

Streaming
Chromecast built-in, Apple AirPlay, TIDAL, Spotify® Connect, Bluetooth (AptXHD), Internet Radio, UPnP™ (hi-res streaming), Roon Ready

Audio Outputs
Analogue
1 x RCA pair
1 x 5-pin DIN

Connectivity
Network
Ethernet (10/100Mbps), WiFi (802.11 b/g/n/ac with external antennae)

Multiroom
Party Mode Streaming: Sync up to six Naim products and control via the Naim app

Updates
Update your system wirelessly via the Naim app

Ripping and Storage
Storage
2 x USB Type A socket (front and rear – 1.6A charge)

Formats
Audio Formats
WAV – up to 32bits/384kHz
FLAC and AIFF – up to 24bit/384kHz
ALAC (Apple Lossless) – up to 24bit/384kHz
MP3 – up to 48kHz, 320kbit (16 bit)
AAC – up to 48kHz, 320kbit (16 bit)
OGG and WMA – up to 48kHz (16 bit)
DSD – 64 and 128Fs
M4A – up to 48kHz, 320kbit (16 bit)
Note: Gapless playback supported on all formats.

Internet Radio Formats
Windows Media-formatted content, MP3, ACC, OGG Vorbis streams and MMS

Internet RadioProvider
vTuner premium 5*

Power
Power Consumption
Typical use: 11W
Network standby mode: <2W Deep sleep: <0.5W Mains Supply
100V, 115V or 230V; 50 or 60Hz

User Control
App Control
Naim App for iOS and Android

Physical
Weight
6.6kg

Finishes
Brushed and anodised aluminium

Supplied with
Power-Line Lite cable (UK denominations only), 5-pin DIN interconnect cable,BNC to RCA adaptor, Wi-Fi (x2) and Bluetooth antennae, cleaning cloth, quickstart guide

Upgrades
Mains Cable
Power-Line