OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION

The sphere of influence enjoyed by this year’s winner is rare indeed in the world of hi-fi– as is his dedication to achieving excellence

■ Roy George Naim Roy George is one of the most unassuming and determinedly obsessive engineers we have ever had the pleasure to meet. He retired as Naim’s Technical Director back in 2018 but continued to work as a part-time consultant for another three years. The company’s first and only turntable, the Solstice, was his final project. After he helped to produce a conveyor belt of superb products over the best part of four decades, we simply couldn’t let such an illustrious career pass without the recognition it deserves. His connection to Naim Audio started in 1973, just after the company was founded. At first, he was a customer, owning an early NAC12/NAP160 pre/power combination. But, after finishing his electronics degree and a stint working at Goodmans, he was offered…

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What Hi-Fi? (Digital) - 1 Issue, Awards 2024

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