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Naim Mu-so 2nd Generation Powered wireless music system with Bluetooth®, Apple AirPlay® 2 and Google Chromecast

Item # 956MUSO2BK

The Naim Mu-so 2nd Generation is a complete redesign of the original, increasing performance and functionality.

The Naim Mu-so 2nd Generation is a complete redesign of the original, increasing performance and functionality.

Item # 956MUSO2BK

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About the Naim Mu-so 2nd Generation

Ralph Graves

Product highlights:

  • built-in Wi-Fi® for wireless music streaming when connected to a home network
  • plays MP3, FLAC, ALAC, AAC, AIFF, OGG, WMA, and WAV audio files
  • high-resolution playback up to 24-bit/384kHz resolution
    • supports DSD files at 2.8MHz (DSD64) or 5.6MHz (DSD128)
  • Bluetooth 4.2 for wireless streaming with compatible devices
  • Apple AirPlay 2 for streaming music from an iPhone, iPod, or computer's iTunes®
  • Google Chromecast built-in lets you stream content via the cloud with compatible apps
  • Universal Plug 'n' Play (UPnP) high-resolution streaming
  • two 1" silk dome tweeters, two 2-1/2" custom midrange drivers, two 5-1/4" x 3" oval woofers
  • each driver has its own 75 watt Class D amplifier (450 watts total system power)
  • rigid, vibration-resistant bass-reflex cabinet
Naim control app:
  • free download from Apple App® store and Google Play
  • control playback, volume, and EQ
  • connect to compatible Naim wireless speakers and components
  • remotely access music stored on your PC or NAS drive
  • access streaming music services such as Spotify Connect, TIDAL, and internet radio stations
  • group linked speakers to play the same song simultaneously, or control each individually
  • discover new music with Rovi search
Additional features:
  • top-mounted touch-sensitive control dial and buttons
  • HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) input for connecting your TV
    • supports 2 channel PCM only; not compatible with Dolby Digital or DTS
  • optical digital audio input accepts sampling rates up to 96kHz
  • USB port for playing music files from flash drives
  • 3.5mm stereo minijack input for portable devices
  • aluminum casing with heat-sink fins
  • remote control
  • 24-3/4"W x 4-13/16"H x 10-7/16"D
  • weight: 24.7 lbs.
  • warranty: 2 years
  • MFR # NAA00190052
  • Item # 956MUSO2BK

No separate amplifier required.

What's in the box:

Naim Mu-so 2nd Generation owner's manual

If you need assistance accessing this owner's manual, please give us a call.
  • Wireless speaker system
  • 6.5' AC power cord
  • Remote control (CR2025 3V battery installed)
  • Pin-hole reset tool
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Warranty Card

More details on the Naim Mu-so 2nd Generation

Stacey B.

Features & specs

Connections
Ethernet Port Yes
USB-A Port 1
USB-B Port No
USB-C Port No
3.5mm Input 1
RCA Input No
XLR Input No
Phono Input No
Optical Digital Input 1
Coaxial Digital Input No
HDMI Input No
Headphone Jack No
Subwoofer Output No
Wireless Features
Bluetooth Built-in
Wi-Fi 802.11ac
Wi-Fi Bands 2.4, 5 GHz
Stereo Speaker Pairing No
Driver Details
Tweeter Size (Inches) 1
Tweeter Type Soft-Dome
Tweeter Material Silk
Midrange Size (Inches) 2.5
Midrange Type Plastic Cone
Woofer Size (Inches) 5.25 x 3.0
Woofer Type Treated Paper
Audio Specs
Watts RMS (Continuous) 450
Watts Maximum (Peak) 450
Frequency Response Not given
Max. Digital Audio Bit Depth 24-bit
Max. Digital Audio Sample Rate 384 kHz
High-res Audio Playback
From Network Yes
From USB Thumb Drive (USB-A) Yes
From Computer (USB-B) No
Streaming Compatibility
Apple AirPlay Yes
Apple AirPlay 2 Yes
DTS Play-Fi No
Google Cast Yes
Roon Ready
Sonos No
HEOS No
MusicCast No
SoundTouch No
Bose Home Speaker No
WiSA No
BluOS No
Music Services
Amazon Music No
Apple Music AirPlay 2
iHeart Radio Yes
Pandora Yes
Qobuz Yes
SiriusXM Yes
Spotify Connect
Tidal Yes
TuneIn Yes
YouTube Music Yes
Control
Handheld Remote Yes
Control by app Apple iOS, Android
Amazon Alexa No
Google Assistant Optional
Other Specs
Width (Inches) 24.75
Height (Inches) 4.8125
Depth (Inches) 10.4375
Parts Warranty 2 Years
Labor Warranty 2 Years
The Naim Mu-so 2nd Generation replaces these items:

Product Research

Audio Section
Variety of Sources
Intuitive Control
Audio Section

Optimized Speaker Drivers: The Mu-So 2 features improved and highly optimized speaker drivers through a joint development project between Naim and Focal R&D departments. The Naim Mu-So 2 houses two 1" soft dome tweeters, two 2.5" custom midrange drivers, and two 5.25" x 3.0" oval woofers for room-filling, full-range sound.

  • Soft Dome Tweeters: Soft dome tweeters were chosen through listening tests to replace the traditional metal cones found in many wireless speakers for better smoother high frequencies and better overall sound quality.
  • Custom Midrange Drivers: Custom midrange drivers provide crystal clear speech and powerful vocals. Positioning them at the outermost edge of the cabinet aided in even sound dispersion.
  • Dual Woofers + Bass Port: Two large custom bass drivers are supported by a sophisticated porting system with an outlet at the end of the speaker cabinet. It was carefully designed to move large volumes of air with low turbulence for richly textured, low distortion bass.

DSP Controlled Amplification: Six 75 watt Class D amplifiers, one for each of the six custom-designed drivers, produces a total of 450 watts of power for dynamic sound. An all-new multicore Digital Signal Processor (DSP) delivers higher performance, providing 2000 MIPS (Million Instructions Per Second) compared to the original Mu-So's single-core, 150MIPS DSP. The result is superior music accuracy and incredible audio detail. In addition, a new limiter algorithm keeps each drivers' movement under control when at high volume levels (only active at extreme volume levels) which helps to retain your music's clarity and increases long term reliability.

  • Room Compensation: Room Compensation enables adjustment of the Mu-So 2's tonal balance to compensate for the proximity of walls and other large surfaces. If speaker system is placed on a shelf, for example, tonal adjustment can be useful in reducing the bass boost that naturally results from such a location.
  • Loudness: Loudness applies a bass boost that decreases as volume is increased. By compensating for the ear's reduced bass sensitivity at low volume levels, loudness compensation can make low volume listening more satisfying

High Quality Cabinet Construction: The Naim Mu-So 2 features a premium aluminum casing in a new burnished grey finish. Its cabinet design has been re-engineered to create 13% more internal volume, enabling bigger, better bass. Both the cabinet bracing and baffle moulding have been redesigned for improved rigidity, which suppresses and controls vibrations. The distinctive heat-sink fins are more compact, while still being ultra-effective, and continuing to feature Naim patented technology that discreetly incorporates the WiFi antenna.

Multiroom Ready: The Mu-So 2 works brilliantly on its own or as part of a multiroom music setup. There are three easy ways to create a multiroom audio system in your home.

  • Focal & Naim app: Combine it with other networked Naim products (including 1st and 2nd Generation Mu-so and Mu-so Qb) via the Focal & Naim app (for Apple iOS and Android OS). Up to five Naim products can be synced together.
  • AirPlay 2: Pair it with other AirPlay 2-compatible wireless speakers via the Apple Home app on your Apple iOS device.
  • Google Cast: Pair it with other Google Cast speakers and devices via groups controlled by the Google Home app on your Apple iOS or Android OS device.

Mounting Options: The Mu-So wireless speaker is designed to be located either on a table, a furniture unit, or a wall shelf. If a shelf is to be used, be sure that it is able to support the full weight (28.7 lbs) if the speaker system. The Mu-So 2 does not provide a bracket, key-hole slots, or threaded inserts to wall-mount the speaker system.

Variety of Sources

Wired or Wireless Network Connectivity: The Naim Mu-So 2 is outfitted with a RJ-45 Ethernet  jack (10/100Mbps) and features built-in 2.4/5GHz Dual-Band WiFi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) for a wired or wireless connection to your home's network. Either connection allows you to connect to your home's network router and internet provider for access to select online music services, UPnP music servers, Google Cast, AirPlay 2, and Roon. The Focal & Naim app (for Apple iOS and Android OS) is used to setup and connect the Mu-So 2 on your home's network.

Online Music Services & Internet Radio: The Naim Mu-So 2 offers access to and playback of select online music services (including Spotify, Tidal, & Qobuz), as well as Internet Radio through the Focal & Naim app (for Apple iOS and Android OS).

Spotify Connect: The Mu-So 2 offers support for  Spotify Connect, so you can listen to your favorite Spotify music and playlists on the Naim speaker system. You will need to subscribe to Spotify Premium and download the Spotify App onto your commpatible smartphone, tablet, or computer in order to stream Spotify to the Mu-So 2 system.

AirPlay 2: AirPlay 2 is an advanced and easy-to-use wireless multiroom audio platform for iTunes, Apple Music, and other compatible Apple iOS apps. With AirPlay 2 you can play any sound from your Apple iOS device (running iOS 11.4 or later) or Mac computer (running OS X 10.13.2) on the Naim speaker system and other compatible AirPlay 2 speakers throughout your home. You will also be able to ask Siri-enabled devices (like your Apple iPhone, iPad, or Watch) to control playback of your Apple Music on the Mu-SO 2. You can choose to play audio in one room, play the same audio in grouped rooms, or play the same audio in every room (you can control and group directly from Apple's Music App and Home app on your Apple iOS device). You can even watch videos and movies from YouTube and Netflix on your compatible Apple iOS device or Mac computer with perfectly synced audio on the Naim Mu-So 2.

Google Cast: Use the Google Home App (for Apple iOS and Android OS) to enable Google Cast. Google Cast gives you access to hundreds of online music streaming services, internet radio, and podcasts. Google Cast streams audio directly from the cloud, so you get the 24-bit/96kHz sound quality and the ability to enjoy crystal clear sound exactly the way the artist intended. Simply tap the Cast button from a Google Cast compatible music app on your Apple iOS or Android OS device to start streaming to the Naim Mu-So 2 speaker system. You can search, browse, play, skip, and turn up the volume directly from the music apps you know and love on your compatible smartphone or tablet. Google Cast supports FLAC, WAV, AAC, and MP3 music files. While you cast your music, you can still use your smartphone to answer a call, play a game, send a text, and even leave the room - all without interrupting what's playing on the Naim speaker system.

  • Music, Radio, & Podcasts: Google Cast lets you play music from popular music services and search by artist, song, genre, album playlist, mood, or activity. You can also listen to your favorite internet radio stations and podcasts. Compatible music and internet radio apps include Tidal, Spotify, Pandora, TuneIn, GooglePlay Music, iHeart Radio, YouTube Music, and more (subscriptions and fees will apply). You'll also be able to stream your favorite music, playlists, podcasts, and more that are stored on your Android OS device to the Mu-So 2 speaker. You cannot stream stored content on an Apple iOS device using Google Cast. If you're on your laptop or computer, you can also cast any music streaming website through the Chrome web browser to the speaker.
  • Multiroom Audio: Add more Google Cast speakers throughout your home (sold separately - see Accessories Tab) to create a whole house audio experience. You can play the same Google Cast compatible music app (like Tidal, Spotify, or Pandora) on all speakers or groups of speakers in different rooms of your home. You'll be able control the multiroom audio system from the Google Home app on your Apple iOS or Android device, or using the Google Assistant and your voice on a compatible Google Home device.
  • Voice Control (Optional): Purchase a Google Home wireless speaker (sold separately - see Accessories Tab) and gain voice control of compatible Google Cast music apps. You'll be able to access a specific music app and then select a specific station or song using only your voice. You'll also have voice control over Play, Pause, Skip, & Volume. The Mu-So 2 and your Google Home speaker must be connected to the same wireless (WiFi) network.

Note: Google Cast currently supports a single account per user (up to 6) and streaming service. Click here for a complete list of Google Cast compatible apps.

UPnP (Universal Plug-n-Play): The Mu-So 2 is UPnP compatible, which enables you to play your digital music library stored on UPnP servers (such as the Naim UnitiServer, network servers with integrated UPnP software, or on Windows and OS X computers) through the Mu-So 2 speaker system. You can stream a variety of compressed, lossless, and high-res music files. UPnP file browsing can be carried out using the Focal & Naim app (for Apple iOS and Android). Once playback has been initiated by a play command on the Focal & Naim app, the Mu-So 2 touch-panel's play/pause mad previous/next track controls can also be used to operate playback. Supported music file formats include -

  • WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC (Apple Lossless): up to 24-bit/384kHz
  • DSD: 64Fs (2.8 MHz), 128Fs (5.6MHz)
  • MP3, AAC, WMA, OGG: up to 48kHz, 320kbps (16-bit)
Note: Windows Media Player version 11 or above incorporates built in UPnP support. A variety of third party UPnP applications are available that are compatible with both Windows and OS X operating systems.

Roon Ready: Roon is a feature rich music library and playback application that compiles all the music files available to your network and makes them easily available to play across the Naim Mu-So 2 speaker system and other Roon enabled audio devices. Roon manages digital music files (including FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC, and DSD) collected on hard drives and networked storage. It can also access your iTunes library, and optionally integrate with the Tidal and Qobuz music streaming services. Roon is available for mobile, laptop or desktop devices. When you open the Roon app, it will display your complete audio library together with its metadata and artwork along with all the available Mu-So and Roon enabled devices. Simply select the music you wish to play and the Mu-So 2 or Roon device in which you want to hear it on.

Note: To use Roon you will need a Roon Server running on the same network as the Naim Mu-So 2 speaker system. The Server is media software that runs on your computer, NAS, or Naim Uniti player (sold separately), located on the network within your home.

Digital & Analog Inputs: The Naim Mu-So 2 is outfitted with digital & analog inputs - including HDMI ARC, Optical digital, USB-A, and 3.5mm Aux.

  • HDMI ARC: The HDMI ARC jack allows you to connect the Mu-so 2 to the HDMI ARC input of your TV and enjoy your TV's audio through the Naim speaker system. The HDMI ARC jack supports 2ch PCM only (not compatible with Dolby Digital/DTS). *The HDMI ARC jack of the Mu-SO 2 must be plugged into an HDMI ARC or eARC jack of a TV; it will not work as a standard HDMI input for source devices such as a Blu-ray player, Game console, etc..
  • Optical Digital: The optical (toslink) digital input provides connection to a Blu-ray player, CD player, or TV. The digital input will support up to 2Ch/96kHz audio (does not support Dolby Digital/DTS).
  • USB 2.0 Port: The USB 2.0 port (type-A) can be used to connect a USB mass storage class (MSC) device, such as a USB thumbdrive and HDDs (formatted in NTFS, HFS, and FAT32); USB HDDs will require external AC power. The Mu-So 2 supports playback of a variety of compressed, lossless, and high-res music files stored on a USB msc device (up to 100,000 files total). Supported music file formats include - WAV/FLAC/AIFF (up to 24-bit/384kHz), DSD (64Fs/2.8MHz or 128Fs/5.6MHz), and MP3/AAC/WMA/OGG (up to 48kHz/320kbps). *The USB-A port does not support connection of Apple iOS and Android devices, USB hubs and card-readers, or laptops and computers for audio playback.
  • 3.5mm Aux Input: The analog 3.5mm Aux input provides connection to almost any audio device with a analog output or headphone jack.

Bluetooth Audio Streaming: The Naim Mu-So 2 features built-in Bluetooth 4.2 with support for wireless music streaming (A2DP). You'll be able to stream stored music, music apps, and other audio content from your Bluetooth source device (such as your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or computer) to the Mu-So 2. In addition to support for the standard SBC Bluetooth audio codec, the Mu-So2 offers support of AAC for high quality playback from Apple iOS devices. You can pair multiple Bluetooth devices, but only one can be connected for playback at a time. Basic playback control (Play/Pause & Previous/Next Track) can be done from the Mu-So 2' touch-panel. You will still use your Bluetooth source device for advanced music browsing and to view song/artist info.

Notes:

  • You can use the Bluetooth audio streaming function without the use of the Focal & Naim application.
  • The Mu-SO 2 does not support Bluetooth hands-free communication for making or answering phone calls.
  • Due to the differences in Bluetooth technology, some Bluetooth enabled devices may be incompatible, function improperly, or may not support all features when used with the Naim Mu-So 2.

Naim Multiroom: Combine the Mu-So 2 with other Mu-So wireless music systems or Naim audio streaming products for the ultimate multiroom experience. You can play music between any combination of Mu-So and Mu-So Qb speakers in up to five rooms of your home. Choose the same song in perfect sync or play different music in different rooms, all via the Naim & Focal app  (for Apple iOS and Android OS) on your compatible smartphone or tablet device.

  • Compatible Multiroom Sources: Analog & digital inputs (including HDMI, Optical, USB, and Aux); UPnP, built-in music services (such as Spotify, Tidal, and vTuner); and Bluetooth are all compatible with Naim Multiroom.
  • Incompatible Multiroom Sources: AirPlay 2, Google Cast, and Roon are not compatible with Naim Multiroom. However, these platforms offer their own independent multiroom network of speakers.

Note: The Mu-So 2's local analog & digital inputs (including HDMI, Optical, USB, and Aux); plus AirPlay 2, Google Cast, and Bluetooth are not available for multiroom broadcast.

Intuitive Control

Touch Sensitive Control Dial: The Naim Mu-So 2's top-panel interface has 15 touch-sensitive buttons and a bold, illuminated volume dial with a proximity sensor that wakes the display. This intuitive touch-sensitive interface provides Power On, Input Selection (HDMI/Digital/Analog/USB), Favorites/Presets Access, Bluetooth Pairing, Multiroom Grouping, Playback Control (Play/Pause/Skip), and Volume Up/Down.

Note: AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, UPnP, Chromecast, Roon, Spotify Connect, and Tidal streams cannot be selected from the touch-panel, but are selected automatically when the Mu-So 2 is receiving an audio signal from one of these music sources. However, touch-panel icons will indicate the selection of these sources.

IR Remote: The included IR remote provides wireless operation of the Naim Mu-So 2 speaker system. Control functions include Power, Input, Volume, Play/Pause, Previous/Next Track, Favorites/Presets, Mute, and Multiroom.

Focal & Naim App: The Focal & Naim app (for Apple iOS and Android OS) provides simple yet comprehensive control over both your music and the network-connected Naim Mu-So 2 wireless speaker and other network-enabled Naim wireless speakers (sold separately). The Focal & Naim app provides comprehensive access to Mu-So setup parameters, volume adjustment, playback functions, album art, playlists, presets and more. Complete list of the Focal & Naim app control functions -

  • Simple & intuitive system setup
  • Input and music selection
  • Volume, EQ, & Loudness settings
  • Full album & cover art support
  • Build & edit playlists
  • Browse your UPnP music library with album art support and playback control
  • Browse, search, and select Internet Radio stations; plus save & select presets (up to 40)
  • USB music library browsing and playback control
  • Multiroom audio support with "Party Mode", grouping, and volume control
  • Alarm Clock programming
  • Firmware Updates

Notes:

  • Only one Focal & Naim app from one mobile device can be connected to a single Mu-So 2 speaker at any time.
  • If a streaming source such as AirPlay 2or Spotify is selected automatically on the Mu-So 2by the presence of a stream, the Focal & Naim app display will switch to the appropriate streaming source page and offer the controls available to that stream type.

Gapless Playback: The Naim Mu-So 2 offers support for Gapless playback for all compatible music formats (including WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, DSD, MP3, WMA, AAC, and OGG) via USB or UPnP. Gapless playback lets the tracks flow seamlessly, one to the next, without any silence between. Perfect for classical music & live recordings.

AC Power w/ Auto Standby: The Mu-So 2 wireless speaker system operates off of standard household current using its integrated power supply and detachable AC power cord. If there is no audio signal or operation for 20 minutes, the Mu-So automatically enters standby mode.

Note: The Mu-So is not battery powered.

The Naim Mu-so 2nd Generation replaces these items:


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Wireless powered speaker system with Bluetooth®, Apple® AirPlay® 2, and Chromecast built-in
  • high-resolution playback up to 24-bit/384kHz resolution (48kHz over wireless network)
  • wired connections includea 3.5mm stereo analog, USB port, Ethernet, and optical digital
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Naim Mu-so 2nd Generation

Naim Mu-so 2nd Generation

Powered wireless music system with Bluetooth®, Apple AirPlay® 2 and Google Chromecast
  • high-resolution playback up to 24-bit/384kHz resolution
  • 6 built-in high-performance speaker drivers, each powered by its own 75-watt amplifier
  • remotely access music stored on your PC or NAS drive

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Q
Will the TV via ARC turn on the unit and will the TV volume remote button control it?
william  Jun 24, 2023
1 answer
A
Yes. The Naim Mu-so 2nd Generation includes HDMI-CEC functionality.
zachary  Jun 25, 2023 (Staff)

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