Naim Nait XS3 integrated amplifier

Naim Nait XS3 (Grade A)

The NAIT XS 3 is an integrated amplifier delivering outstanding audio performance. For sale here is a Grade A item which is avaialble at 10% off the normal retail price of the product. Grade A products are cosmetic slight seconds which are available at a reduced price. We have never been able to detect any blemish on a Naim Grade A product, so they do represent excellent value for money.
Please note that the photos are of our demonstator model - the Grade A product for sale will be shipped to you, still factory sealed.

The Nait XS 3's advanced features and high-quality components ensure excellent clarity and detail, making it a perfect choice for audiophiles and music enthusiasts alike. Launched after the NAIT XS 2 (2013), the NAIT XS 3 significantly updated the power amplification sections. Whether you're using it with a streamer, CD player or any other music source, and whether you're listening to your music through a pair of speakers or headphones, it delivers the signature Naim sound and provides a more dynamic and immersive musical experience.

The NAIT XS 3 benefits from the following features:
• Class A headphone amplification
• Alps Blue Velvet volume control
• Reed relay input selection
• Ceramic insulators for the power transistors
• Galvanic isolation of control and audio circuits
• Microphonic-isolating PCB mounts

 

The NAIT XS3 includes a powerful 70W power amplification stage and five analogue inputs, as well as a phono stage, making it a versatile and reliable choice for any music lover. Its preamplifier stage is incredibly transparent, ensuring that the sound is pure and precise. 

Additionally, it features a single-ended class-A headphone output, which is ideal for private listening. It is also upgradeable with external power supplies, power amplifiers, and cabling upgrades, allowing you to achieve the best possible performance from all your audio sources.

The phono circuit topology consists of three stages, which results in outstanding noise performance, extended RIAA equalisation beyond the audio band, and great overload headroom. All RIAA equalisation capacitors are through-hole mounted film designs to provide low microphonic pickup and excellent transient performance. Our input impedance is 47kΩ in parallel with 470pF capacitive loading, and our gain is perfect for 5mV moving magnet cartridges.
 

Inputs/Outputs Specifications

• Analogue inputs :
  4 x RCA pairs or 5-pin DIN [CD, Tuner, Stream, AV]
  1 x 5-pin DIN [Aux] / Power [Phono] (+24V)
  1 x MM phono (47kΩ, 5mV)
  Line level input (RCA/DIN): Impedance 47kΩ, 2.0V typical
  Input Sensitivity: 130mV
• Analogue outputs :
  2 x 5-pin DIN Fixed line level [AV, Stream] (130mV, 600Ω)
  1 x RCA pair Variable line level [Sub] (775mV, <50Ω)
  1 x 5-pin DIN Variable line level [Preamp] (775mV, <50Ω)
  1 x 6.35mm headphone jack
• Headphone outputs : 1 x jack 6,35 mm
• Power Output :
  70 Watts 8Ω @0.1% THD+N

Control

• Control system : Remote Control
• Updates : 1 x USB Mini-B
• User control product :
  1 x NARCOM-5 Infra-Red (RC5) remote
  1 x 3.5mm jack for remote control (rear panel)
  1 x front panel (volume control and buttons

Power Supply

• Power consumption in standby mode (deep sleep) : 14 W
• Consumption in normal use : 140 W
• Mains power supply : 115V or 230V, 50/60Hz

Dimensions

• Depth : 30.1 cm / 30.1 cm
• Height : 7 cm / 7 cm
• Width : 43.2 cm / 43.2 cm
• Weight : 8.5 kg / 8.5 kg

 

Product Condition: New