How can I make Naim 272 Preamp/Network Streamer and Mcintosh C2500 work together?


DumA$$ me bought a Naim Preamp with streamer thinking i could use the network streamer only when connecting to my Mcintosh C2500. They both work together but I'm having a hard time balancing volume on Naim preamp with volume on Mcintosh. I want the Mcintosh as my prime pre-amp for volume control. Is there a fix?
roddyboy

Showing 1 response by ryder

Looks like you’ve jumped the gun. I think a more pertinent question is whether you want to stick with all Mcintosh or Naim. If the former which appear to be the case, then the 272 needs to go. Something like an NDX or NDS will be more suitable but you would need to check compatibility with the Mcintosh C2500 preamp.

FWIW a Naim preamp works best with a Naim amp and power supplies. The 272 is often matched with XPS or 555PS(for ultimate sound quality), together with the matching power amp either the NAP250DR or 300.