Naim Audio CD 5si
British audiophile CD player from Naim Audio, fitted with a Burr-Brown PCM1793 DAC and a rigid anti-vibration chassis.
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Description
The Naim Audio CD 5si is a CD player designed for playing compact discs within an audiophile hi-fi system. It follows Naim's British sound tradition, geared towards precise and detailed reproduction of recordings.
Its digital-to-analogue conversion is based on a Burr-Brown TI PCM1793 DAC, a component responsible for turning the disc's digital signal into an analogue signal usable by the amplification stage. The disc transport mechanism sits within a rigid chassis, designed to limit mechanical vibrations that could impair playback. The analogue circuits following conversion are likewise engineered to preserve the nuances of the signal right through to the unit's output.
On the connectivity side, the CD 5si offers RCA outputs as well as a DIN output, the latter allowing direct connection to Naim integrated amplifiers such as the Nait or SuperNait ranges.
This player is aimed at Naim system owners looking for a dedicated CD source, designed to integrate into a system from the brand while still delivering careful playback of physical media.
Technical specifications
| Type | Audiophile CD player |
| DAC | Burr-Brown TI PCM1793 |
| Chassis | Rigid, anti-vibration |
| Connectivity | RCA and DIN outputs |
| Manufacturing | United Kingdom (Naim Audio) |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 70 cm × 432 cm × 301 cm |
| Weight | 5.9 kg |
Dimensions and weight
What to check before buying used
The optical block and loading tray deserve particular attention on this type of CD player: check that discs play back without skipping or repeated errors, and that the transport mechanism opens and closes without sticking. It is also advisable to check that the RCA and DIN outputs work correctly, especially if the unit is to be paired with a Naim amplifier via the DIN connection. After several years of use, laser wear or contamination can result in playback difficulties with certain discs.
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