Adam

Could you confirm if the new surround speakers can be made available with non-standard (?) finishes. I'm thinking in particular of matching the beech finish on my NBL's.

As an aside, I would guess that Naim are hoping to entice some stereophiles into the home theatre arena, and I would also guess that most of these would not have a dedicated room, so integration into existing set-ups will prevail. How is this achieved with the new n-sub in particular?

Kind regards

Allen

We cannot offer non-standard finishes in the new n-series pack. I think you may find that the maple we have selected could well be close enough to your beech finish. As you know the colour tends to darken with age.

The n-sub is extremely flexible with mutiple inputs and programmable music and movie modes, accessible via the front panel and a remote control.
The n-sub also has a optional rs232 port to allow integration into all kinds of system requirements.

Just to add to Paul's comments on the n-SUB: it has the facility to allow easy daisy-chaining. You could run any number of subs together! We have a preference for running multiple smaller subs rather than just one larger unit. This also allows an easier upgrade path: start with just the one n-SUB and then upgrade by adding another etc...

Richard

hi paul/richard.
any idea of the cost of the sub as a stand alone item??
regards, scotty

Paul / Richard

Thanks for your responses. As I think of them, a couple more queries.

Will the remote control codes for the n-sub be integrated into the Flash remote (this applies to the DVD5 and any updated commands for the AV2 also)?

When do you expect to hit full production ... or ... when can orders be serviced?

I'm a little dissapointed that I am not able to perfectly match the beech finish of my NBL's. I guess I could apply a coloured wax polish to bring the maple closer to beech.

Kind regards

Allen

Hmmmm... an n-sub mounted under each n-sat. Nice.

Andrew

Andrew Randle
The Hi-Fi Doctor

If I may ask. What exactly can you alter through the RS232 port?

And Richard, you said you preferred running multiple smaller subs. By that, do you mean, a bigger Naim sub is going to be out within the next year or so, or do you consider the n-sub a small sub as far as either size (hardly ) or performance/power is concerned.
I'm curious about the latter, as I was thinking of maybe upgrading from my two Ref 1 subs to one n-sub. But on the other hand, I quite like the idea of "running stereo", as I have the subs connected to lo and hi level input (which I reckon the n-sub will have too, right?).

Alex,

what I meant was that the size of the n-SUB was about optimum in our view - bigger did not necessarily mean better in many areas of reproduction. We found that two n-SUBs worked better and afforded more flexibility in placement than just one larger alternative.

The n-SUB can have simultaneous connection via LFE, High level and low level and can be switched between each via remote control. Also note that there are 6 presets per input for level and cut-off frequency, alos swtchable by remote (or indeed by macro...)

Richard

Is it also possible to listen to hi and lo level at the same time? Probably yes, as most can, but I just want to check.

Because when watching movies, the LFE would supply the lo level but sometimes some extra bass info is on the center and or fronts which simultaniously can be taken care of by the sub through hi level.

As I am on the verge of ordering myself a n-sub, I would like to ask another one or two questions. Well, first of all of course the one above, and also, whether the frequency settings are adjustable for hi and lo level independenly, so you could e.g. have lo level cut off at 80Hz and hi level at 30-40 Hz at the same time, using both. And what will the minimum cut-off frequency be.

I also read in an earlier post (I think by Mr Graham, but not sure....somewhere in the heathrow thread I think), that the n-sub would not be shielded. Is that true? I know you have upgraded the Axess and shielded it, and I still some trouble with my unshielded version of my Axess. Now, a unshielded sub, standing next to the TV might cause serious disturbence or even damages. So will the sub really be unshielded? I wouldn't want to give away my working and not disturbing Ref 1s and then have shielding problems with the n-sub. I hope you understand.
So, will the n-sub be shielded or not and if not, will it overall be better "shielded" than the Axess?
And are the dimensions really only around 39x39x39cm?

And will the Daisy Chain be included in the package or not and what will it cost. DBA would be the aim, so Daisy Chain would be needed. And what effect will it have? Will volume etc. all be linked or will I still have to set each sub individually and the Daisy Chain only controlls timing? And will I be able, if needed due to different positions, to set them up individually although linked via Daisy Chain.
And what kind of hi level input will it be? For one or two hi level outputs? Hence, can I hook one sub up to left and center and the other one to right front and center or if using only one, hook it up to left and right front?
And last but not least, on the drwaings of the n-sub, it looks like the n-sub will be firing backwards, away from the listener and against the wall. Will this mean it will be complicated to position the speaker. Will it have to go against a wall, or is it allowed to go against a wall. I would have it standing (depending on how much is lost by the cable sticking out) between 3cm and absolute max of 8cm away.

I hope this isn't asking too much, but I would like to preorder soon if this sub is suitable for my system and my room. Of course, listening is the thing to do, but I must say, except for the Ariva, which simply isn't my cup of tea as far as bass reproduction is concerned, but other than that s a very nice speaker, all Naim speakers (I have heard so far) have convinced me, including the n-sats.

Oh, one last thing, do you know of any release dates yet? Rumours have it, that the n-sats might be ready for christmas, but will the n-sub be too? And will it really be a performance monster or is it, kind of matching the whole n-thing more of a small sub. Don't get me wrong, the n-sats are great, but the theme seems to be going into affordable, small in size home theatre, but I am looking for a sub to match my Allaes, one that can really shake the room and really go deep and loud if demanded.

I hope you don't mistake my questions and statements for criticism or anything like that. If I wasn't so eager to finally get a Naim sub and if my trust in your speaker designers weren't so huge, I wouldn't be considering preordering without having heard them.

I just would like to clear the obvious requests I need to be able to use them at all.

Thanks very much,

Alex B.

Hi Mr Dane,
I know I am asking you quite a lot of questions here but I am sure I'm not the only one interested and am just eager to find out whether I can get my hopes up on a new subwoofer or not.

If you would prefer me to, I could of course send you a PT or open a new thread or something of that kind.
I would just like to inform my dealer soon of my decision, which is heavily depended on the subwoofer.

Thank you very much for your time,

Alex