Nairn ND5 XS

摘要

Nairn Audio has a range of UPnP streaming network players to suit a variety of different budgets and requirements. This ND5 XS comes from the company's slimline XS Series, a step up from the Salisbury firm's entry-level i-Series products but less expensive than its Classic Series components. It's a DAC as well as a network audio player, with three S/PDIF inputs for connecting other digital sources, an S/PDIF (BNC) output and a single-ended analogue output on Nairn's customary DIN connector and a pair of RCAs, selectable via the unit's setup menu. In the bottom left corner of the fascia is a USB A-Type socket that provides a digital connection to iDevices as well as playback of files directly from USB storage or memory sticks. And a multi-pin Burndy socket allows connection of an optional XP5 XS power supply (£1595) said to upgrade the player's performance. A factory-fitted DAB and FM tuner module is a further option, which raises the price to £2250.