NAIM PSU XPS-2 POWER SUPPLY

The Naim XPS2 is a substantial outboard power supply developed to enhance the performance of compatible Naim source components. Designed as a serious upgrade rather than a conventional accessory, it provides multiple separately regulated power feeds, allowing sensitive digital and analogue circuitry within the connected component to operate from cleaner, more stable power.

Built around Naim’s characteristically large transformer and substantial linear power-supply architecture, the XPS2 can be partnered with a range of compatible Naim products, including selected CD players, DACs, streamers and hard-disk players. Connection is made using Naim’s dedicated Burndy interface.

The benefits are centred firmly on musical performance, with the XPS2 capable of bringing greater body, refinement, spaciousness and dynamic expression to a suitably matched Naim source. Its robust construction and upgrade potential have also made it a particularly desirable addition to both classic and more recent Naim systems.

Reviews

What Hi-Fi? gave the Naim CDS3/XPS2 combination a five-star review, praising its outstanding detail, dynamics and refinement. The publication was particularly impressed by its timing, spacious soundstage and ability to communicate the emotional content of music, describing the combination as one of the world's great CD players.

Positive Feedback found the XPS2 to have a transformational effect when partnered with the Naim CDX2. Reviewer John Brazier concluded that the power supply elevated the CDX2 dramatically, demonstrating just how significant the XPS2 can be as an upgrade to a compatible Naim source component.