Naim Mu-so

[Lovie1961]

Hi. I am seriously (seriously) considering buying the Naim Mu-so. I currently have the B&W 685 theatre system. I have noticed that over the years, the way I listen to music and films has changed and im just not using the 685 as much as I used to or find that I only tend to listen to music using the front speakers and the subwoofer only. Can anyone please advise me as to whether or not the Naim unit would be a satisfactory replacement? I know I will lose the earth shattering volume and bass but I guess my neighbours would welcome it!! I love the look, sound and feel quality of the Naim but I am a little apprehensive in getting rid of all my current gear and replacing it with a single speaker system. Any help before I spend £900 would be appreciated. Thank you.

 

[Native_bon]

I happen to have a listen to the Mu-so a couple of times, & from what I can recollect it does what it does very well. Its got real weight to the sound. Not a very wide sound stage, but over all very good sound. Will also depend if you got a small to medium size room. May struggle to fill large rooms.

 

[Lovie1961]

Thanks for your reply. My lounge is probably only 15' x 15' (ish) and I would be sitting directly in front of it about 10' away. I appreciate your insight. Regards. Paul.

 

[iQ Speakers]

Im not a Naim fan, but its a wonderful product, sounds brilliant. But just look at the physics it will not replace speakers 6' apart. You just have to weigh up whats more important and the enjoy.

 

[jjbomber]

Pair up a Naim Nait 5si amplifier with your 685 speakers to give yourself a reference point. Try the mu-so against that and see which is better for music. Whichever you prefer is the right answer; what other people prefer is the wrong answer! Trust your ears.

 

[Lovie1961]

Wise words indeed. It's just a shame that I don't seem to use my system as much as I used to. I couldn't wait to get the latest blu-Ray and enjoy the full immersion. But now I tend to stream and watch films on my laptop. I could also do with the space. Thanks for the advice.