Full Naim system vs DAC/pre into power amp.

[audiokid]

I have a Naim Dac, 282, 250.2.

I only use digital from a mac so I'm thinking I could get a simpler system - A DAC with volume control straight into a power amp.

Does anyone have any experience with such DACs (audiolab Mdac, Teddy Dac, Weiss 202 etc) straight into a power amp (eg Naim 250.2, Teddy Monoblocks etc) vs the more conventional Naim set up such as mine?

Is this a crazy move? Is the Naim still the best option? It seems to be a lot of boxes and ££ to play digital only. I did wonder whether the simpler system would also bring benefits due to less being 'in the way' between the source and the speakers.

 

[roger06]

Are you unhappy with what you have now? If not, just stick with it. Sounds like you already have a system most can only dream of...

 

[audiokid]

Yes, the system sounds great!

Just wondering if I can retain that sound without the 282 Pre, Naim Dac and two power supplies.

Maybe, maybe not.

 

[audiokid]

Just a bump, hoping to get some more advice!