THE COMPACT LINE EXPANDS

Silent Power. Pure Performance.

At Nagra, we know that exceptional sound begins with exceptional power. For decades, our legendary recorders set the standard thanks to their silent, high-performance power supplies, delivering unmatched reliability and autonomy.

Carrying this heritage into the Hi-Fi world, we designed external power supplies for our HD and Reference lines that pushed the boundaries of sonic purity. The Compact PSU proudly continues this tradition—delivering reference-grade performance in a refined, space-efficient design.

Engineered Without Compromise

From its first sketches, the Compact PSU was conceived as a no-compromise solution. Every detail—technical and aesthetic—was considered to ensure optimal performance:

True linear power supply with custom-made toroidal transformer
Multi-stage silent filtering for clean, stable energy delivery
Precision-machined aluminum chassis with resonance control
Dedicated transformer for Europe or US mains voltage
Generous 2 A output power
Optional upgrade with the Nagra Compact VFS for enhanced vibration isolation

This meticulous engineering allows your Nagra system to reveal its full musicality, delivering a more natural, immersive listening experience.

Nagra Compact PSU power supply unit inside

Nagra Compact PSU power supply unit front VFS

Nagra Compact PSU power supply unit back connectors

Technical specifications

GENERAL

Compatibility:	VPS, Jazz & Melody preamplifiers; Classic DAC, DAC II, HD DAC, Tube DAC; Classic PREAMP, Classic PHONO; Nagra CD players; Compact Phono, Compact Streamer
Output:	1× 12.75 V DC / 2 A
Connector:	DC Jack 2.5 mm
Noise:	≤ 10 μV (10 Hz – 100 kHz, full load)
	Equivalent to below –110 dBV across the audio and ultrasonic range
Mains power:	100, 115, 120, 230, 240 V~ device versions ±10% / 50-60 Hz
Mains fuse:	T 1.6A L for 100-127 V~ T 800mA L for 230-240 V~ FST 5×20 mm 250 V
Power consumption:	Maximum 60 W (AC line input)
Operating temperature:	+15°C to +35°C / +59°F to +95°F Moderate climate
Operating environment:	Indoor only / IP30
Dimensions (L × W × H):	160 × 191 × 61 mm (6.3 × 7.5 × 2.4 in)
Weight:	3.5 kg (7.7 lb)

Nagra Compact PSU power supply unit chassis aluminum VFS vibration free system player streamer

Qobuz review on the Nagra Streamer

Qobuz has tested the Streamer… and approved it as one of – if not – the best of the market.

You can read the full review here: https://www.qobuz.com/us-en/magazine/story/2025/07/17/nagra-streamer-swiss-perfection-in-network-playback/

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Nagra around the World

A very satisfied customer in Switzerland

We recently had the pleasure of delivering a truly remarkable setup to one of our customers in Switzerland—and the results are nothing short of breathtaking.

Full System Configuration:

• Streamer

• TUBE DAC

• Classic PREAMP

• Classic PSU

• Pair of Classic AMPs

• All mounted on Classic VFS

• Wilson Audio Sasha V loudspeakers

• Transparent Audio cabling

• Modulum racks

From the very first listen—even fresh out of the box—the system delivered such a compelling performance that it was genuinely hard to step away.

What truly sets this setup apart is not just the gear, but the acoustically unique room: soaring ceilings, nearly no parallel walls, and an architectural design that naturally enhances sound dispersion and imaging.

Listening Impressions:

The system excels in revealing subtle nuances and delivering impactful, precise percussion. The synergy between components creates an immersive, lifelike soundstage—effortless and emotionally engaging.

Digital Front-End:

The Streamer is connected to Qobuz Connect, Audirvana, and Roon via a Mac laptop. Its unique clocking system lifts the TUBE DAC to another level—delivering music that is natural, lifelike, and serene. The customer’s music library features many 2xHD high-resolution recordings, which the system renders with stunning clarity.

Amplification Notes:

Each Classic AMP powers one speaker in a dual mono configuration. While bridging is possible, it wasn’t necessary here—power was more than sufficient for the room and speaker pairing.

A key design benefit: each Classic AMP features a single power supply shared between both channels. In this setup, using just one channel means the full power supply is dedicated to either Left or Right—resulting in enhanced imaging, deeper bass, and improved channel separation. Bridging can offer more control and output, but as always, your dealer can help you assess the best configuration based on your room, speakers, and listening preferences.

Best in Show at T.H.E. Show SoCal 2025

ecoustics Best of the Show Nagra at T.H.E. Show in California Boenicke speakers Classic DAC Preamp AMP Compact Phono Streamer

Thank you to ecoustics for acclaiming Nagra Best of the Show

Thanks to ecoustics and our dealer in San Diego, Alma Music & Audio, we had again an amazing set up in California, this year.

«this year the Swiss duo returned with some noteworthy upgrades, now paired with a striking Luphonic turntable. The Boenicke W8 SE ($18,254/pair) features improved internals, while Nagra introduced a Compact Phonostage and Streamer to the mix.

Classical music showed off their strengths: quick transients, precise instrument separation, and a lifelike presentation that had me planted in my seat far longer than expected.»

Montreux in High Fidelity:

Nagra’s sonic signature on the Swiss Riviera

As every year, we partnered with the Montreux Jazz Festival and presented the Nagra Reference Anniversary Turntable. It was accompanied with the brand new Compact Phono, along with a Classic Preamp, CDP Player and powered by the Classic PSU power supply.

During 2 weeks of festivities, numerous visitors took a moment off to enjoy presentations and discussions, but mostly… music!!

Montreux Jazz Festival Nagra Reference turntable Phono cd PSU

Montreux Jazz Festival Nagra Streamer Reference turntable

When sound meets summit:

Nagra, dCS & Stenheim illuminate the Verbier Festival

Thanks to Stenheim and dCS, we had the chance to show our products at one of the best classical music Festival, the Verbier Festival.

The 32nd Verbier Festival (July 15 – August 3, 2025) closed after 19 inspiring days of music, innovation, and discovery. Among its many highlights was the launch of the Verbier Academy Listening Room, a 7.4.1 immersive space that brought a new dimension to the Festival’s renowned Audio Recording Programme. Conceived by Theresa Leonard, Mark Willsher, and Vincent Mons, this space was designed to help students, faculty, and the public understand the crucial role that recordings and playback technologies play in shaping musical perception.

At the heart of the Listening Room was a state-of-the-art system combining four dCS Lina Network DACs, a Vivaldi Master Clock, seven Stenheim Alumine Two loudspeakers, two Stenheim Alumine Subs with integrated amplification, and four Nagra Classic amplifiers. The Nagra units provided the driving force behind the system’s remarkable sonic precision, warmth, and authority. Through a series of student workshops and public sessions, participants explored the differences between stereo and spatial audio, delved into modern and historical recordings, and engaged in deep discussions about taste, artistry, and recording philosophy.

The sessions included powerful demonstrations of masterpieces such as Stravinsky’s The Firebird and Sibelius’s Finlandia, as well as rare archival violin recordings, all rendered with breathtaking clarity through the Nagra-powered system. Many described the experience as profoundly moving and intellectually stimulating.

Beyond the Academy, UNLTD’s late-night “Off the Record” sessions at the Experimental Chalet showcased the dCS/Stenheim pairing with non-classical music, including Joni Mitchell and 1920s–30s German dance hall repertoire, highlighting how high-end audio can reveal new depths across genres.

This year’s Festival demonstrated how Nagra’s legendary amplification remains central to delivering authentic, emotionally powerful listening experiences. By bridging technical excellence and musical artistry, Nagra played a key role in shaping one of Verbier’s most forward-thinking and memorable editions to date.

Nagra Verbier Stenheim dCS Festival Classic AMP

Nagra has appointed a new distributor

in United Kingdom & Ireland:

Absolute Sounds

Nagra to appoint Absolute Sounds as UK and Ireland sole distributor

Absolute Sounds is among the most prestigious high-end audio distributors in the world, with an expert team led by Ricardo Franassovici — a man whose experience and influence in the field is unrivalled. The company has long-standing relationships with some of the finest audio brands on the planet, many of which have excellent synergy with Nagra components — for example, Wilson Audio, Magico and DeVore Fidelity loudspeakers and Transparent cables.

We are really honored to start this new partnership and looking forward to the future!

New Music High-en innovation

Make sure to look forward to details from Nagra’s presentations at the upcoming Brussels New Music show (Courtyard by Marriott Brussels) 08 & 09 November.

Our setup will feature a Turntable, Nagra Reference Amplifiers, a CLASSIC PREAMP, and the new members of the Compact family, the Compact Phono, powered by the Compact PSU, all suspended on Compact VFS vibration Free Supports.

This set up will be highlighted on a Finite Elemente – Pagode racks

We will have the opportunity to play on Avalon Acoustics speakers, model 3.2,

Matthieu Latour will present unpublished recording extracts from the Montreux Jazz Festival as well as the result of a recent collaboration with the Stradivarius Foundation.

We might even have a surprize for you…

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