Get a Nait 5i or keep my Rotel/Stello combo?

[th0m]

I have an opportunity to buy a used Naim Nait 5i, and I'm just wondering whether it would be much of an improvement from my current setup, which is a Stello HP100 headamp/preamp and a Rotel RB-06 power amp?

I'll be using it with a pair of Dynaudio DM 2/6, which I've heard should be a good match with the Nait, but the Stello/Rotel combo just seems so much more "substantial" in comparison to the rather skimpy looking internals of the 5i.

If I sell the Rotel and Stello, I'll get pretty much what I'll be paying for the Nait, so that's not an issue. Please, help me decide!

 

[roger06]

Do it. I'm biased of course but the Nait5i is stunning and Dynaudios are a perfect partner.

The combo will give you superb clarity and mid range. If this isn't your cup of tea then maybe it's not for you...

 

[Anonymous]

If you want a clear, detailed and un-fatiguing sound, the 5i is definetly an option. I've always felt that it's missed a bit in outright slam and scale, compared to other more powerful integrated's though...

 

[roger06]

Yes Darren I think you could be right.

I mainly listen to music to relax, a lot of female vocals and perhaps stuff a little more sedate.

I went with a friend who ended up buying a Marantz PM6003 amp and B&W685 speakers. Way cheaper, but so much ooomph... I was so impressed, but not what I'd want...