Naim supernait 3 vs hegel h190 Oct 21, 2020 · It's an interesting comparison, a 220wpc amp vs. I am also considering the Naim Nova but also am now thinking of maybe getting the Naim Supernait 3 as an integrated amplifier and then using my NAD M10 for it's DAC and for streaming or alternatively just using a Bluesound Node 2i. 990 NOK (same price now). And I didn't want to compare the Hegel to a SuperNait because the SN is out of my price range. Great match with Harbeth and strong enough to make them shine. But it’s also much more expensive than H190. Oct 8, 2020 · In many ways, the Supernait 3 sounds what many people expect expensive hi-fi to sound like: strong, in control yet calm and unhurried. the upshot was I'm in the midst of buying and Exposure 3510. 990,- NOK (price is down now). Jun 6, 2021 · Last time I checked, the Naim Supernait 3 was 54. 995,- NOK (price is up now). Mar 29, 2021 · I'm debating if the Hegel H120 or the Marantz 30 would be better matches. But I don’t think anyone really would think Hegel sounds bad if coupled with good speakers, especially when you crank the volume up. I’m curious to try the Hegel H90, it’s an amplifier with a built-in DAC. If you want to see this close up and also what the white version is like check out this Hegel H190 Review and comparison including Dynaudio Special Forty and Amphion Argon 3s video. I read up on it back at launch and boy did it sound like a pretty sweet integrated amp. Although Alan Shaw endorses Hegel with his creations, similarly I prefer the energy of the Naim with Harbeth loudspeakers. 0, Sonneteer Orton, Naim SuperNait, Lavardin IS Reference, on and Oct 21, 2020 · I have the Naim XS3 driving B&W CM4s fed by a Bluesound Node 2i and the sound quality is a huge improvement over that from my Yamaha AVR. See relevant content for mountitright. Jan 31, 2021 · "If I had asked people what they wanted, they would have said 'faster horses'. a 70wpc amp, where the seemingly smaller, "underpowered" Naim amp is also $500 more, yet it seems in real world use, these specs don't mean much. I was wondering about Atoll 300/300 though and whether I should get a listen before finally pulling the trigger. Reactions: lightcapture , battermoose1 , KevinCorr and 1 other person Jun 26, 2003 · Office - Denon DCD-1600NE | Naim Supernait 3 | Bowers & Wilkins 805 D3 Photo - Leica M10 (Type 240) | Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH. I've used a Line Magnetic 508ia with my SHL5 Plus and cannot recommend it. Oct 15, 2019 · I'd look into a Hegel H190. Review updated: November 2024. #naim #hegel #audiophile PLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO PATREON for;- Ad Free Videos (on Vimeo)- Unique Content for reviews- Buying and set-up advice- Free product give Apr 18, 2021 · I've not seen this 3 way comparison anywhere so wondered if anyone here has listened to the NAIM Uniti Atom against the Hegel H120 or Lyngdorf TDAI-1120? All around a similar price but I'm guessing there may be significant differences in audio presentation Jan 22, 2022 · hegel are extremely well known now . i would buy a hegel . 2kVa Ultra Isolator (. Mar 3, 2016 · I had wanted to compare the Hegel to the XS 2, but that shop didn't have an XS 2. Jan 27, 2022 · Hegel H190: The Hegel H190 is available in both black and white, but it is the black version I am specifically talking about here. Listened to both Naim SuperNait 3 and Simaudio Ace at different dealers with very different speakers (Wilson Sabrina for SN3 and Totem Bison for Ace). Jun 7, 2021 · Just look what goes into a XPS for 5k…So the Naim business model might be slightly different than Hegel where Hegel probably has relatively constant margins on their lineup while Naim can sell some things with a lower margin (like the Supernait) and offset that by their higher priced products like power supplies. H190 isn’t boring, but it has a built in DAC and streamer and is half the price of the Supernait 3. . The XS3 is lovely and feels like the premium product it is. When the Supernait 3 came out in 2019 just a few years ago it did catch my interest as the reviews were all pretty stellar. The Supernait 3 was 66% higher price than H190. The M6si is even cheaper at Audio Advisor now, at $2700 or so. I've tried a H590 against my 272/250 - with the H590 it was almost like everyone in the band was being paid the same amount. Jun 6, 2021 · The Hegel is Scandinavian and are meant to have a minimalistic look and a tremendous honest and neutral sound. I listened to Naim Supernait 3 and Hegel H190. I use Qobuz via a Bluesound Node 2 and a turntable as my sources. Jun 27, 2020 · Yes the Hegel H390 is definitely in my top 2 or 3 possible choices. Read our Naim Supernait 3 review. SCORES. Mainly rock, trance, edm on the music side. Reply. You know it will do the job. They’re not even remotely in the same class. Please turn off your ad blocker. i have slightly similar speakers to the s400 [ amphion] i heard hegel with them and it was very good indeed . I also remember thinking that there was no way that little skinny box could beat what I had at the time! Apr 14, 2021 · Just wanted to jump in as someone who has actually heard the M33 and I have serious doubts that the Hegel H190 is any better. At the same time Hegel H190 was 32. You’re happy to let the Supernait 3 handle the heart of your hi-fi. In your opinion, how is the sound character of the Hegel H90, for example, compared to the Naim series (in this case, for example, compared to Naim Nait 5 or a combination of NAC-122X-NAP 150X)? Interested if anyone's compared any of the Naim Supernait 3, Atoll IN300 or Hegel H190 and if so what their thoughts and comparisons were. Aug 30, 2020 · Naim Supernait 3, is perhaps the most interesting alternative to Aethos, but it is over 20 percent more expensive, and it is asked if everyone thinks it is worth the extra money after hearing Rega Aethos. Naim Uniti Nova was 62. 001pf) | Apple TV 4K Comparison of Hegel H190 and Naim SUPERNAIT 2 based on specifications, reviews and ratings. Here’s what Naim say about the XS3: The NAIT XS 3 offers much of the performance of our reference quality SUPERNAIT 3 in a simpler, slimmer package. Overall, preferred the Naim sound. they have a very large following . com. " -H. I’m totally satisfied with the XS3 and I also had a home demo of the Supernait 3 and couldn’t hear any difference which makes the XS3 a bargain. I like the idea of true dual-mono design, whether that translates into listening bliss thoughI don't know. Sound 5; Features 3; Build 5; MORE: Best stereo amplifiers. I believe Naim and B&W make a good match sonically. Then we have to remember streaming/DAC is included in H190. sometimes you read lots of threads about naim displays going . It really is lightning fast! It turned out, however, that I had received a prototype from Hegel with a misadjusted bias, which also made it so hot you could fry an egg on it. Ford | Line Magnetic LM512CA Preamp + LM503PA 845 SET monoblocks w/ upgraded NOS tubes | Naim SuperNait 3 + HiCap DR / Naim NDX2 + XPS DR | Roon Nucleus+ | Lumin A1 + Lumin S1 LPS + Revelation Audio Labs DC Umbilical | Topaz 2. 5kVa iso transformer (. Jul 13, 2018 · Acuuphase E-370, Roksan Blak, Luxman L-505ux, Yamaha A-S2100, Parasound Halo Hint 6, Marantz PM-14S1, McIntosh MA-252, McIntosh 5300, Hegel H190, Bryston B60R, Rega Elicit R, Musical Fidelity M6si, Pathos Classic One, Perreaux Éloquence 150i, Plinius Inspire 980, LFD Zero LE Mk4. Jan 27, 2021 · Having owned a large stack of Naim equipment as my last system, I have to acknowledge my opinion is somewhat biased, but for what it is worth, I did audition both the Supernait 3, the Hegel 190 and the Hegel 320 late last year and have some thoughts on them as follows: Jun 6, 2021 · Also, there is possibility the Hegel H190 is underpowered in driving the P3ESR. Read our Roksan Blak review Oct 1, 2022 · The Supernait 3. Review published: 2020. But I too prefer Naim, in my room and with my speakers Naim Uniti Nova sounds better especially on low / mid volume listening levels. Personally I'm using Naim Supernait 2 but will move on to a more powerful NAP250DR. The slightly laid back (or boring sounding) Harbeth gets a dose of adrenaline drive when matched with Naim amps. The H590 would probably be a good comparison. Jan 27, 2021 · The Hegel has a built in streamer / the Naim a built in MM stage. Jan 1, 2020 · Check out the Hegel amps. Naim have a cult following from what I've seen on this site, MF does not. The phono stage of the A-S1200 sounds very nice to my ears, but the Marantz one seems to be even better. Looking to purchase new integrated to feed Totem Forests from a Benchmark DAC 1 USB (computer or tv into dac). A British Audiophile does a review of the Atoll and speaks very highly of it but says he still prefers the Hegel as it's more detailed, I'm not convinced Jun 6, 2021 · Yes, it’s personal preference. 0005pf) & Xentek 5. Every Hegel I've heard (90,190,390) sounded great and they can pretty much drive anything being 2 ohm stable. naim is a great make but this is a common fault . Oct 26, 2021 · Hello. Hegel lacks one, but I'd be getting a much better DAC than the one built into the node. Sure some folks on here will wax poetic about Class D sound, but until you hear what the M33 can do I would not sell it short--and this is coming from a guy who has a bunch of class a/b stuff in the house, that currently includes amps by Linear Tube Audio, Naim & Manley. Conclusion Naim vs Hegel 都是暖色系的晶體機 該怎麼選 ?! … 音色 Hegel 其實已經算濃味 (不很中性) 但 Naim 明顯更濃、更軟一點 相較之下，Hegel 就顯得中性、冷酷一點 而 Naim 會更有管味、音樂性 更適合軟調的音樂 … 音響性 兩個的音質都不算最細膩 但柔和、自然 音場則相對突出，都很開闊、立體 大格局的表現 Nov 18, 2023 · The XS3 buy it now prices are high, but I think auctions represent what people are generally willing to pay. Even if you get a phono input for MM pickup. Maybe the Hegel / Nova is the better comparison. May 6, 2024 · Hi. Jun 23, 2020 · When I tested the Naim Supernait 3 I also had the H390 to compare to, and I thought the Supernait 3 rounded the turns a little tighter. bsdmr2 Established Member. I know, there’s a lot of metaphor and imagery there but that’s how you feel when you listen to this box. We and our partners use cookies to give you the best online experience, including to personalise advertising and content. I'm going out to a couple more place to listen to some other speakers, and both shops carry Naim, so I should get to listen to an XS this weekend. Either way, the Aethos is a terrific proposition and has to be heard. BTW I really like the Nova - despite the MMI. I really like the size of this as Nov 15, 2024 · That saving over the Naim helps the Rega’s case, though. otuvff dku onamq dnofk eqarvi ofd cpjsv rnm kdizxm yxvhs