Description
Naim Audio NAC 332 Preamplifier
The Naim Audio NAC 332 Preamplifier features a precision fixed resistor volume control and a class-A headphone amplifier, with XLR and RCA outputs.
Every audio stage is meticulously designed using discrete transistors.
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Features
Simple connection
The NAC 332 can map any input button to any of the 8 input sockets, such as balanced XLR, DIN and RCA, allowing simple connection to any audio source.
It also features a powered DIN socket for connection with the NVC TT phono stage. The front panel has a ¼ inch headphone socket with a 1.5W state-of-the-art headphone amplifier behind. On the rear panel, twin outputs of XLR and RCA allow connection to a variety of power amplifiers.
The finest components
The innovative electronic circuits give the NAC 332 an excellent audio performance.
The best components, such as through-hole resistors used in the volume control, have been selected. The architecture of the Statement volume control is carried over to the NAC 332, using reed relays to switch between the volume resistors.
This ensures premium sound quality, the ability to have adjustable input sensitivity and the capability to set a maximum volume level.
Timeless and contemporary
Nothing detracts from the Naim NAC 332 Preamplifier’s performance.
All Naim’s creations have a simple design, with outstanding sound quality at the forefront of their products.
The NAC 332 combines a sleek design, premium materials, adjustable logo brightness, and engineered touch points, such as the precision raced bearing volume control, to give you an unrivalled listening experience.
Inter product communication
As easy to use as a single-box system, with bi-directional wireless inter-product communication, the Naim NAC 332 Preamplifier connects seamlessly to the NSS 333 streamer.
Optical control also synchronises with the New Classic power amplifiers, such as the NAP 350.
Why aluminum?
Not only did Naime give their creations a sleek and uniform design, but the founder, Julian Vereker, understood the many benefits of aluminum.
He recognized why it was the most effective material for encasing Naim electronic components. He knew that delicate audio components are susceptible to the effects of magnetic fields, unstable temperatures and unwanted vibrations.
YOUR FOCAL & NAIM SYSTEM
To get the most out of the NAC 332 and enjoy exceptional listening, pair it with speakers from the Utopia range: Maestro, Scala or the Sopra range.
- Maestro Utopia Evo – 3-way floor-standing speaker + Discover
- Scala Utopia Evo – 3-way floor-standing speaker +Discover
- Sopra N°3 – 3-way floor-standing speaker +Discover
Specifications
Technical Specifications
- Crosstalk – Line :
- Line: 90dB at 1kHz, volume at 0dB / (Line: 70dB at 20kHz, volume at 0dB)
- Frequency response – line : Line: 3Hz to 40kHz -3dB
- Distortion – Line :
- Line: 0.003% @2.2V input volume at 0dB, 1kHz (Line: 0.018% @2.2V input volume at 0dB, 20kHz).
- Dominated by 2nd harmonic and noise
- Product type : Preamplifier
Inputs/Outputs Specifications
- Analogue gain : Preamplifier at max volume: 15.5dB
- Analogue inputs :
1 x 8-pin DIN (47kΩ, 2.2V typical, 9.5Vrms Max)
2 x 5-pin DIN (47kΩ, 2.2V typical, 9.5Vrms Max)
3 x RCA pair (47kΩ, 2.2V typical, 9.5Vrms Max)
2 x XLR balanced pair (100kΩ, 2.2V typical, 9.5V max)
8-pin DIN compatible with 5-pin DIN
8-pin DIN has +/-18V (for compatible external phono stages e.g. NVC TT) - Analogue outputs :
1 x XLR pair (balanced 10Vrms max)
1 x RCA pair (10Vrms max)
1 x 6.35mm headphone jack (1.5W into 16Ω) - Headphone outputs : 1 x jack 6,35 mm
Phono specifications
- Phono inputs (line) : 8 pin DIN has +/-18V for compatible external phono stages such as NVC TT
Control
- App control : Focal & Naim App
- Control system : Zigbee RF bi-directive remote control
- Updates : 1 x USB socket (for update)
- User control product : Eight buttons for quick access to standby, mute and inputs.
Volume control.
Power Supply
- Power consumption in standby mode (deep sleep) : < 0.5W
- Power consumption in network standby mode : < 2W
- Consumption in normal use : 20 W
- Mains cable : PowerLine Lite
- Mains power supply : 100V, 115V or 230V, 50/60Hz
Design
- Depth : 31.75 cm / 12.5 in
- Height : 9.15 cm / 3.62 in
- Width : 43.2 cm / 17 in
- Weight : 11 kg / 24.25 lb
Compatibility
- Compatible cables : Super lumina
- Power Supply Options : NPX 300
