QOBUZ CONNECT for Naim streamers
19 May 2025
There’s been a lot of buzz lately about Qobuz Connect and Naim Audio is the latest manufacturer to integrate it to it’s range of streaming products.
Qobuz Connect enables users to stream directly to their hifi, using the Qobuz app (mobile or desktop) for control rather than Bluetooth or third-party software, such as the Focal & Naim app. Which opens up access to the full range of features within Qobuz, and the highest possible Qobuz audio quality. Not to mention avoiding some of the glitches and frustrations inherent in many manufacturer apps. (more…)
Linn App (version 4.8) Beta sign up
21 February 2025
A new update to Linn App (version 4.8) will launch to the public in beta form next week.
This update will bring a number of stability and feature improvements including better integration of Deezer and a new ‘My Linn’ tab in the navigation bar. My Linn is a customisable dashboard of favourite playlists and albums, and features a dynamic list of recently played items.
Linn owners are encouraged to participate in the public beta programme and provide feedback via Contact Linn in the ‘More’ tab in-app. Having as many people as possible testing new updates and feeding back is a great help as Linn works towards stable release.
To sign-up for the Linn App beta programme, click below and follow the on-screen instructions for your chosen operating system.
Linn Important Software Advisory
21 February 2025
Important Software Advisory
Updating to Davaar 110 (or later releases) will take longer than usual. This is due to the update package itself being substantially larger than usual. It is vital that the update process is uninterrupted. Please be patient; under no circumstances should the product be power cycled once the update has started.
If an update is interrupted, the DS/DSM will likely no longer appear in Manage Systems. In this case, updates can often be resumed and completed via the Linn App interface.
Crestron Home driver for Naim Streamers
6 February 2025
Good news if you have a Crestron home control system and a current Naim streamer: Naim and Focal have added Crestron Home driver support for their ranges of music-streaming systems and wireless hi-fi loudspeaker Diva Utopia.
The new driver allows control of connected Naim products from Crestron’s wide range of touchscreens, remote controls and apps, so our high-performance music players can be more easily integrated into discreet custom installations. The driver also supports volume control and source switching through the Crestron Home interface, with streaming and navigation accessible directly through the Focal & Naim app.
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Naim iRadio Service Issues
3 February 2025
As you may be aware, the iRadio service on Naim’s older products went down over the weekend. Caused by an unexpected change to the third-party legacy internet radio server, the issue has impacted products both new and older.
Here are the instructions to fix the issue. In all cases, please ensure the Focal & Naim app is up to date.
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Linn News – AirPlay2, new K60 cable, Majik amps end-of-life
22 October 2024
Alongside the big news from Linn this week (LP12 Winter Trade-In Promotion), we have:
AirPlay2 functionality now available for all Linn DSMs (from late 2018) via software update. No hardware change needed.
New K60 speaker cable
Majik amplifiers & 520 Fabrik end-of-life
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Naim Audio: New Internet Radio & Enhanced Streaming
8 October 2024
Whilst streaming opens up a world of music from streaming platforms and your own collection, sometimes you just want to put the radio on and let someone else choose.
Naim Audio has made this even easier with the launch of it’s own in-house internet radio solution, alongside it’s existing comprehensive internet radio options.
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New look for Linn app
22 February 2024
Linn has updated and improved it’s control app user interface to make browsing and managing single and multiple systems much easier. The new streamlined Linn App interface make the process of navigating and getting the most from Linn App easier for all. New features included are: ‘Browse’ & ‘Search’ Tabs merged into a single tab […]
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Linn Updates – Lossless FLAC via TIDAL + Bass/Treble filters added
23 November 2023
Linn Manage Systems – New Feature Linn has added Bass and Treble shelf filters to the Manage Systems interface. This will allow you to trim music playback by adding/attenuating bass and/or treble signals. The option for managing bass and treble shelves is labelled Custom Filters and can now be found in Manage Systems under the ADVANCED tab. Learn More […]
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Naim Uniti Star firmware update 3.8.5
21 November 2023
Naim Audio’s software team has released a firmware update for Uniti Star that fixes reported playback issues following the ripping of a CD. Following the installation of the firmware update 3.8.5, the display on Uniti Star will now turn off whilst the CD is ripping and for the duration of the data transfer, staying off […]
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BluOS 4.0 – all new look for Bluesound
10 October 2023
Bluesound has announced a complete redesign of its BluOS Controller app with the BluOS 4.0 update, arriving a week today, 17th October. The new interface promises a whole new perspective to the BluOS Controller app experience – with simpler, cleaner navigation and a greatly improved search function. From October 17th users will be prompted to […]
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Linn App for Android
17 August 2023
Excellent news! Linn App is now available for Android users.
The Linn App for mobile devices vastly improves the user experience (on Kazoo), thanks to features including:
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Focal & Naim App update – version 6.1.3
30 April 2023
A minor patch update for the Focal & Naim App – version 6.1.3 for iOS devices – is now available from the Apple App Store.
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Naim App Update 6.1.0
21 March 2023
A minor patch update for has been released for the Focal & Naim App – version 6.1.0 for iOS and Android devices – and is now available from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
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innuOS Update v2.3
8 February 2023
New innuOS software v2.3 is now available, with two major improvements:
The ability to download purchased Qobuz music directly to your Innuos, saving the need to use a USB stick or drag/drop from PC
X2 MQA decode, giving partial unfold to Tidal which benefits DACs with no MQA support. For fully compliant MQA Decoder DACs Innuos recommends leaving the software decoder off and continuing to let the DAC do the full processing.
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Naim App version 6.0.5
12 January 2023
Naim has announced a minor patch update for the Focal & Naim App – version 6.0.5 for iOS and Android devices – now available from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. iOS: Fixed: Privacy Policy could be shown repeatedly when force closing the app. Fixed: CD album artwork could be incorrect after changing […]
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Focal and Naim App update 6.0.3 for iOS and Android
1 December 2022
A minor patch update is now available for the Focal & Naim App – version 6.0.3 for iOS and Android devices – available from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
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New Naim / Focal App
7 October 2022
Naim Audio and Focal have launched a joint Focal & Naim App to unite the brands in one user-friendly app that combines the original Naim App functionality and a fresh design to support Focal’s new App-enabled product.
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AirPlay 2 added to Linn DSM
11 July 2022
AirPlay 2 functionality is being rolled out to Linn DSM music streamers. Next-generation Klimax DSM, Majik DSM/4, any Klimax DS/DSM upgraded with Organik, and all newly manufactured Selekt DSM possess AirPlay 2 hardware; the software to activate it is currently in beta, with an upcoming release version bringing this new functionality to thousands of Linn network music player owners.
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Naim Firmware 3.8.1 Update for Uniti range and ND streamers
21 June 2022
Naim has this week issued a minor patch release – version 3.8.1 – of the Firmware for Uniti Atom, Atom Headphone Edition, Uniti Star, Uniti Nova, ND5 XS2, NDX2 and ND555. The update is easily installed via the Naim App: please ensure you are running at least version 2.24 (Android devices) or 5.24 (Apple iOS […]
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Naim Firmware 4.3.1 Update for Mu-so 2nd Generation Range
15 May 2022
Naim Audio this week released Firmware 4.3.1 for Mu-so 2nd generation, which offers a range of improvements and minor bug fixes.
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Naim Uniti Core firmware update 2.5.4
7 April 2022
Naim Audio has released Firmware version 2.5.4 for Uniti Core, which offers a range of improvements and minor bug fixes:
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Linn App Enhancements
11 March 2022
In response to customer and retailer feedback, Linn has implemented some enhancements to the Linn App for iOS devices.
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TIDAL Connect now on Naim Mu-so
11 December 2021
Naim has added more listening options to it’s Mu-so 2nd Generation wireless speakers – Mu-so and Mu-so Qb – with a free software update enabling TIDAL Connect, Firmware 4.3.
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Naim Firmware 3.8 update for Uniti and ND streamers
9 December 2021
Naim Audio today release Firmware 3.8, which offers a range of improvements and minor bug fixes for the Naim Uniti range – Atom, Star and Nova – as well as network music players ND5 XS2, NDX2 and ND555.
It also fully prepares these products for the upcoming change in TIDAL authentication – so is an essential upgrade for anyone streaming TIDAL.
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Naim legacy streamers firmware update for TIDAL
29 September 2021
If you are streaming TIDAL using any of these legacy products: Mu-so 1st generation, UnitiQute/Qute 2; UnitiLite; Uniti/Uniti 2; SuperUniti; NAC-N 172; NAC-N 272; ND5 XS; NDX; NDS, it’s time to update your firmware.
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Naim enable TIDAL Connect with Firmware 3.7
24 September 2021
Naim enable TIDAL Connect with Firmware 3.7
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Naim App Update iOS 5.22 and Android 2.22
21 September 2021
Naim App update for iOS and Android – main new feature is the ability to resize App icons and text on any device.
There are also some minor bug fixes and streaming-service updates, detailed in the release notes below.
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Linn Kazoo Update 23.8.21
3 September 2021
For those using Linn Kazoo as the control app for their Linn music streamers, a new update fixes a few issues and brings several improvements. Version 4.13.82, released 23rd August 2021.
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InnuOS 2.0 new Operating System
18 July 2021
Innuos has started the rollout of it’s new InnuOS 2.0 operating system, beginning with it’s Statement range and now available for ZENith SE and ZENith music servers, ZEN Mk3 follows on 21st July and the ZENmini Mk3 on 28th July. Remaining MK2 servers will follow in August.
InnuOS 2.0 sees some major changes which make it easier, faster and more enjoyable to browse and play music from anywhere.
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Naim Streamer firmware update – Beat the Bugs!
9 March 2021
Out today, a new firmware update for all current Naim Audio music streamers – Uniti Atom, Star & Nova, ND5 XS2, NDX2 & ND555 – resolving a number of playback, display and other minor issues.
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Naim Uniti Core firmware update 2.5.3
21 August 2020
Naim Uniti Core firmware update with release 2.5.3 is now live and available.
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Naim Audio Software Updates: Easier ways to enjoy your favourites
11 August 2020
Users of the latest generation Naim music-streaming products will receive software updates that will make it easier to find, manage and enjoy your favourite music, radio stations and playlists on your system.
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Davaar 75 brings Wi-fi and Bluetooth to Linn Selekt
13 February 2020
Today’s Davaar 75 software release from Linn (for all DS and DSM products) brings some exciting new features to Selekt DSMs, including Wi-fi and Bluetooth connectivity.
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Naim Audio adds native Qobuz support
10 February 2020
** 10th Feb update – it’s here! Download free firmware upgrade through the Naim App now **
Finally! Naim Audio is adding native Qobuz support to it’s streaming products.
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New Linn App now available
3 February 2020
Linn has launched and a new and improved user interface – Linn App – for control of its digital streaming products.
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Naim Uniti Core Firmware update 2.5.2
13 November 2019
Naim Audio today released firmware update 2.5.2 for Uniti Core hard disk music server and ripper that brings a number of fixes and improvements.
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Naim AirPlay® 2 Streamer Update
6 November 2019
Apple AirPlay 2 support has been added to Naim Audio’s dedicated network players – the ND5 XS2, NDX 2 and ND 555 – via a free over-the-air firmware update.
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Naim Audio – Firmware update 3.3.0 for Uniti Atom, Star and Nova
4 October 2019
Naim Audio have just released a major Firmware update for the Uniti range which fixes a range of display and usability issues and adds fresh internet radio functionality.
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Linn Selekt DSM Surround
25 April 2019
The first upgrade modules are now available for Linn Selekt DSM, aimed squarely at movie-lovers.
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Naim Warranty Guidelines
12 April 2019
Naim Audio Warranty Policy Update.An updated warranty policy from Naim Audio is available for reference.
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Heads Up – Airplay 2 and DAB/FM coming to Naim Uniti
11 April 2019
Impending good news for Naim Uniti owners. Two new features are en route to you – Apple Airplay 2 and DAB/FM.
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TIDAL fix for Mu-so and legacy Naim streamers
15 March 2019
Good news from Naim Audio for Mu-so and legacy streamer owners who may have been experiencing problems with TIDAL streaming service. The problem has been diagnosed and a simple power-cycle of your product should ensure the fix is implemented.
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Surround Sound upgrade for Linn DSM
17 January 2019
A surround processing upgrade is now available for Linn Klimax DSM and Akurate DSM*, offering a high performance solution with any speakers and providing the opportunity to update your existing Linn Surround Sound system with the latest high performance.
The simple upgrade, fitted to the HDMI 2.0 board in the field, provides on-board processing of up to 7.1 channels of Dolby and DTS audio.
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Linn DSM – Davaar 66 firmware release
15 November 2018
New firmware for Linn DS/DSM products has been released – Davaar 66 Build 255 (4.66.255). This release adds new features for Selekt DSM as well as minor bug fixes for other Linn products.
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Apple AirPlay 2 comes to Naim Mu-so
5 November 2018
Apple AirPlay 2 technology becomes available this week for the Naim Audio Mu-so range, bringing with it highly advanced multi-room audio capabilities and natural voice controls via Apple’s Siri virtual assistant.
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New Kazoo Maintenance Release (v4.13.21).
19 October 2018
New Linn Kazoo maintenance release now available – no functionality changes but some minor bug fixes.
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New Patch Update for Naim Uniti Core (v. 2.5.1)
18 October 2018
A new software patch has just been released for Naim Uniti Core. 2.5.1 – minor bug fixes. The update will become available for all users via a notification in the Naim app.
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Chord Electronics digital secrets revealed – mind blown!
2 October 2018
Warning: this is techy, very techy, but if you want to know the secrets behind Chord Electronics’ DAC technology and in particular the game-changing (and controversial) Hugo M-Scaler, read on.
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Naim App update – faster, slicker, better.
31 August 2018
An improved version of the Naim App will be available for free download early next week from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, making it easier and quicker to discover and control your Naim products.
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Roon Ready Naim
22 August 2018
Naim Audio’s new streaming trio – ND555, NDX 2 and ND5 XS 2 – are all Roon Ready.
But just what is Roon again? Put simply, it’s a searchable, surfable encyclopedia of music. Roon analyses your music collection and your listening behaviour to find and present photos, bios, reviews, lyrics, concerts, etc. that are relevant to you; making connections between artists, composers, performers, conductors and producers. Roon is a bit like targeted advertising but useful rather than annoying! It’s very clever and it will likely make you stay up way too late, weaving a web of musical discovery.
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Naim Uniti Software Update – 2.6.1
23 June 2018
Coming soon – Naim Uniti software version 2.6.1. Sit back and wait for your notification in the Naim App.
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iOS & Android Streamer Support Release
22 June 2018
Good news – new updates to iOS and Android this week will fix some of the annoying (albeit minor) issues in operating Naim streamers.
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Linn and roon make friends…
1 June 2018
Finally… Linn streamers are roon controllable.
As control apps go, Kazoo is one of the best, maybe that’s why it took Linn so long to embrace roon – but finally, Linn DS products can now be controlled using this exceptional interface.
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MOON MiNDv2 upgrade offer
29 May 2018
If you have a MOON by SimAudio digital streamer, you’ll be familiar with the MiND app for organising and listening to your music. The good news? MiND is about to get better.
And if you act now, you can save yourself £345 too!
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Software Spotlight: Introducing Linn Labs
10 May 2018
Calling all Linn enthusiasts and budding software geeks…
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Multiroom your Naim products with Streaming v4.6 software update
5 April 2018
Planning a house party? Or would you just like to play your favourtie tunes in every room simultaneously. Perhaps to convince the rest of the house of your impeccable taste? Then good news, with the latest firmware update, all Naim network products can now be seamlessly linked together a la ‘party mode’.
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Linn Kazoo maintenance release (v4.11.257)
2 February 2018
New Kazoo Maintenance Release
2nd Feb 2018 – new maintenance release available for Kazoo (v4.11.257).
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Linn DSD support and new Exaktbox Filter
21 December 2017
Linn has announced that DSD support is now available in both Klimax DS & Klimax DSM featuring Katalyst as well as two new Exakt Filter updates for Linn Exaktbox.
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Naim Uniti Core 2.5 Firmware update coming soon
20 December 2017
Naim Audio Uniti Core owners, keep your eye on your Naim App over the next few days – there is a significant firmware update coming soon and it’s a biggie, including fundamental usability improvements and major bug fixes.
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Naim App update – iOS 5.9 and Android 2.5
19 December 2017
New iOS and Andorid app updates are now available from Naim. The new updates includes metadata editing for Android, as well as several bug fixes.
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Naim Android App update v2.4
22 November 2017
Just released, Naim Audio Android app v2.4 is now available in the Play Store. The new update features considerable performance improvements as well as some minor bug fixes.
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New Linn Kazoo (Mac) Maintenance Release v4.11.245
25 October 2017
New Kazoo (Mac) maintenance release now available for Kazoo for Mac (v4.11.245)
This release contains stability improvements; however there are no changes in functionality. We recommend that you carry out an update to ensure the best experience possible with increased reliability.
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Roon for Naim Uniti
21 October 2017
It’s been heralded as ‘the music player for music lovers’ and it undoubtedly delivers the best music browsing experience around. It’s called Roon, and it is now available for Naim Uniti.
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New Linn Kazoo and Kazoo Server maintenance release
27 September 2017
Calling all Linn DS owners…
Now available – a new maintenance release for Linn Kazoo v4.11.242 & Kazoo Server v4.7.1295.
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Naim Android app update V2.2.1971
30 August 2017
To coincide with the arrival of Uniti Nova, Naim Audio has updated it’s Android app to version 2.2.1971, supporting Uniti Atom, Uniti Core, Uniti Nova and other Naim streaming products and including a host of improvements and fixes to current functionality.
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Linn DS support for Spotify
30 August 2017
2 billion playlists and 30 million songs – now available to Linn owners through Spotify.
From today, Linn have added Spotify support to TIDAL and Qobuz music services already available through it’s streaming products giving customers more choice and ways to discover new music.
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Naim Uniti Core firmware v.1.5
15 August 2017
Today sees the release from Naim Audio of Uniti Core 1.5 firmware update. Once live, the Naim app will notify users that an update is available for download.
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New Linn Exakt filter for Klimax
14 August 2017
From today, a new Exakt Filter featuring extended drive unit modelling delivers the best ever performing Klimax 350 loudspeakers. Simply select the new Exakt Filter using Linn Konfig and upgrade to Klimax 350 to experience the improvements.
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