Naim NSS 333

[What Hi-Fi?]

Naim’s NSS 333 music streamer weaves a powerful sonic spell.

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[Hifiman]

I am surprised more was not made of the lack of USB (B) input at this level. When the less expensive 222 was reviewed by WHF last year this omission was regarded as ‘a bit of an oversight to us’ whereas here it ‘isn’t a deal breaker’.
I suspect a fair few might disagree.

 

[Friesiansam]

It is something of a surprise to find a USB (Type B) not included, but given that the NSS 333 can play pretty much every music file your computer can, this isn’t a deal breaker.

I am surprised more was not made of the lack of USB (B) input at this level.

It has a USB (type A) input, there is not a problem.

NSS 333 - High resolution streamer | Naim Audio

Experience the exceptional sound quality and streaming capabilities of the NSS 333, the preferred choice of audiophiles. It supports popular file formats for easy music listening through multiple sources.

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[Kenneth Fernandes]

I am surprised more was not made of the lack of USB (B) input at this level. When the less expensive 222 was reviewed by WHF last year this omission was regarded as ‘a bit of an oversight to us’ whereas here it ‘isn’t a deal breaker’.
I suspect a fair few might disagree.

And what about USB-C then?

 

[Friesiansam]

And what about USB-C then?

Doesn't matter whether it is A, B or C. What does matter is that the WHF reviewer criticised a lack of USB input, even though one is present.

 

[Kenneth Fernandes]

Doesn't matter whether it is A, B or C. What does matter is that the WHF reviewer criticised a lack of USB input, even though one is present.

Although there are other Naim products like the Uniti range of all-in-one Wireless Streaming Amplifiers, there is very little scope for purchasing separates these days. Simply because it has never been easier to recycle old electronic devices and replace them with modern and energy-efficient devices. Also, it is very much possible to have a Processor+DAC+Amplifier on a single PCB board without any wires(wire-less), except for power input, and still achieve optimal cooling. In that way, you could easily connect any other device like a laptop via USB-C and use it as an external DAC (if the device has the feature), to stream content from a dedicated music software and also charge your laptop/device.

 

[Friesiansam]

Although there are other Naim products like the Uniti range of all-in-one Wireless Streaming Amplifiers, there is very little scope for purchasing separates these days. Simply because it has never been easier to recycle old electronic devices and replace them with modern and energy-efficient devices. Also, it is very much possible to have a Processor+DAC+Amplifier on a single PCB board without any wires(wire-less), except for power input, and still achieve optimal cooling. In that way, you could easily connect any other device like a laptop via USB-C and use it as an external DAC (if the device has the feature), to stream content from a dedicated music software and also charge your laptop/device.

All USB types can be powered.

 

[Jasonovich]

It has it's hallmark NAIM signature, in term of aesthetics, it's quirky, love or hate it. I'm not sure I want to pay £8.5K for a streamer, when I can have a Rose for much less. Still, if you're sold into the NAIM eco-system this might appeal to you.