{"title":"BluOS - Next Level Listening","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"shogun-root\" data-shogun-id=\"68cacdb145c3baced29e0c97\" data-shogun-site-id=\"f6147afc-2a05-406f-ac95-7adbda366cd3\" data-shogun-page-id=\"68cacdb145c3baced29e0c97\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"68cad0907c8e8aed87f15e0c\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"big_commerce\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"68cad0907c8e8aed87f15e3c\" data-shogun-page-type=\"category\" data-shogun-power-up-type=\"\" data-shogun-power-up-id=\"\" data-region=\"main\"\u003e \u003clink rel=\"stylesheet\" type=\"text\/css\" href=\"https:\/\/a.shgcdn2.com\/css-2025-08-04-5653\/68cad0907c8e8aed87f15e0c_68cad0907c8e8aed87f15e3c.css\"\u003e \u003clink rel=\"stylesheet\" type=\"text\/css\" href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css?family=Poppins:600,400\"\u003e \u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/a.shgcdn2.com\/js-2025-09-16-1610\/global-assets-a587d89ca1f5c25cc92f9a951b6ae8d7ea0d4e41.js\" defer\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e \u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/a.shgcdn2.com\/js-2025-09-16-1610\/add_ons_asset_68cad0907c8e8aed87f15e0c_68cad0907c8e8aed87f15e3c.js\" defer\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-box-vertical-align-wrapper\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-box shg-c \" id=\"s-3beee763-8ed5-44ac-a3fd-bde28ed23df8\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-box-overlay\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-box-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv id=\"s-0cb5940b-5ee9-4e63-bcae-7bf5403882bf\" class=\"shg-c shg-align-left\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-heading-component\"\u003e \u003ch1\u003e Next-Level Listening Starts Here \u003c\/h1\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv id=\"s-f48b4e61-b081-46c8-aff0-dd3988120577\" class=\"shg-c \"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe BluOS Controller app delivers effortless multi-room music streaming with a clean new interface, letting you control your music, connect players, and stream hi-res audio from top services like \u003cstrong\u003eQobuz\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eTIDAL\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSpotify\u003c\/strong\u003e, and more—all in one place. It’s designed for simplicity—set up in minutes, enjoy seamless playback across rooms, and even use voice assistants for hands-free control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bluesound-pulse-sub-wireless-powered-subwoofer-black","title":"Bluesound Pulse Sub+ Wireless Powered Subwoofer - Black","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEditors Choice Award – \u003cem\u003eTechHive\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\"Delivers Thunderous Bass with Grace\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBring your listening experience to the next level with the PULSE SUB+ wireless powered subwoofer. Designed to be used with Bluesound wireless speakers, amplifiers and streamers, this subwoofer features an 8” woofer and a smart DSP amplifier that delivers 150 watts of deep, detailed bass without distortion. Its sleek, compact design and wireless connectivity offers you unlimited placement flexibility, while the BluOS app lets you pair and set it up in minutes with volume and crossover controls right inside the app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"This soundbar\/subwoofer combo is for audiophiles and cineastes who can afford to indulge their craving for refined, dynamic sound,\" reports Theo Nicolaikis in a joint Pulse and Pulse Sub+ review for \u003cem\u003eTechHive\u003c\/em\u003e, which resulted in an Editors Choice Award.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Performed Admirably\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Pulse Sub+ performed admirably, delivering thunderous bass with grace. Not much distortion or noise ever was heard, just deep strong lows,\" notes Leslie Shapiro, \u003cem\u003eSound\u0026amp;Vision\u003c\/em\u003e, February 10, 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Digging deep into my playlist, I queued up one of my favorite subwoofer music test tracks, Frankie Goes to Hollywood's 'Welcome to the Pleasuredome.' The Pulse Sub+ deftly handled the relentless deep bass, 1980s synth patches, and exaggerated kick drum, keeping each sound element distinct and well-defined,\" reports Indiana Lang, \u003cem\u003eSecrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity\u003c\/em\u003e, May 6, 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eJust Add Bass\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eJust add music with bass and you're ready for to go. The PULSE SUB+ wireless subwoofer is designed to be that simple and it starts by using the BluOS App to quickly setup and connect the sub wirelessly to any Bluesound Player. In the app are simple and dedicated controls for volume, crossover and phase adjustment, allowing you to easily control and adjust the sub to its optimal settings for the best listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePlace It Anywhere\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe PULSE SUB+ includes magnetic rubber feet and a custom mounting bracket to give you the flexibility and freedom to place it anywhere in a room. Simply find and place it in the right spot and follow the easy set-up steps in the app without ever worrying where it will go. Its versatile design lets you fit it behind or beside any type of furniture or lie it down and let it disappear under your couch until it awakes with room-shaking sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSmarter Than Average\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith a 150W Smart DSP Amplifier coupled with a custom 8” long-throw woofer, the PULSE SUB+ is the perfect addition to any BluOS enabled home entertainment system. Its tight, dynamic power and the ability to go down to 22Hz without distortion makes the PULSE SUB+ ideal for almost any type of sound around the home. For extra bass, a second PULSE SUB+ can be added and controlled via the BluOS Controller App.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"A Triumph\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Given its flexibility and room-friendliness, I think the Pulse Sub+ is a triumph of industrial design,\" raves Gordon Brockhouse, \u003cem\u003eSoundStage! Simplifi\u003c\/em\u003e, January 1, 2021. \"The Pulse Sub+ is a great addition to Bluesound’s product portfolio and the BluOS ecosystem.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Bluesound Pulse SUB+ brings powerful bass nearly anywhere in your home, with a slim fit that lets it fit places other subwoofers can't,\" reports Elizabeth Henges, \u003cem\u003eHow-To Geek\u003c\/em\u003e, March 2, 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluesound","offers":[{"title":"New \/ Black \/ New","offer_id":45980502327469,"sku":"NEW-BDSBPSP-BLK","price":949.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"New \/ Black \/ Demo","offer_id":45980502360237,"sku":"DEMO-BDSBPSP-BLK","price":719.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"New \/ Black \/ Open Box","offer_id":45980502393005,"sku":"OPEN-BDSBPSP-BLK","price":719.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"New \/ Black \/ Cosmetically Blemished","offer_id":45980502425773,"sku":"BLEM-BDSBPSP-BLK","price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"New \/ Black \/ Factory Refreshed","offer_id":45980502458541,"sku":"RFRB-BDSBPSP-BLK","price":649.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/BDSBPSP_BLK_03-Large__33248.1730378020.1280.1280_177782ec-717e-4386-95e3-80997ee620a1.jpg?v=1778120978"},{"product_id":"bluesound-pulse-soundbar-wireless-streaming-sound-system-gloss-white","title":"Bluesound Pulse Soundbar+ Wireless Streaming Sound System - Gloss White","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRaise Your Expectations with a High-End Soundbar with Dolby Atmos\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eRaise your expectations with the Bluesound PULSE SOUNDBAR+, featuring Dolby Atmos. It's the ultimate audiophile-grade soundbar for all your home entertainment needs. Designed to seamlessly fit with your existing TV set-up and enhance the sound experience, the PULSE SOUNDBAR+ offers precise soundscapes that place you in the recording studio or in the middle of the action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Bluesound PULSE SOUNDBAR+ is the latest version of Bluesound’s class-leading hi-res soundbar. With the PULSE SOUNDBAR 2i as the foundational benchmark, the SOUNDBAR+ features a 3D immersive audio engine, support for Dolby Atmos, and easy touch-panel controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Bluesound Pulse Soundbar is a rare gem that made listening to music through a sound bar a real pleasure,\" raved TechHive, which honored the PULSE 2i with an Editors' Choice Award in 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eImpressive Features and Capability\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBring your entertainment to life with Dolby Atmos and experience movies, multi-channel music, games and moreat a new level. Stream popular music services, connect to and browse personal music libraries, or listen to favorites from any phone or device with aptX® HD Bluetooth. Stream music and podcasts from Apple devices with AirPlay 2. Fine tune the PULSE SOUNDBAR+ for your setup with adjustable EQ settings in the BluOS app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eCreate a wireless home theater with immersive surround sound by connecting the PULSE SUB+ and a pair of rear channel Bluesound PULSE FLEXs to the PULSE SOUNDBAR+. Connect the PULSE SOUNDBAR+ with HDMI ARC\/eARC for a simple one-cable connection that lets you control the sound easier than ever. And speaking of simplicity, you can quickly program the PULSE SOUNDBAR+ to work with any IR remote to control your TV and audio with one device. You can use Amazon Alexa and Apple Siri to control and play music hands-free with simple voice commands. Or use the RC1 Remote Control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeel Every Moment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe PULSE SOUNDBAR+ is designed like no other soundbar. Eight Class D powered speakers create 120 watts of powerful, moving sound with deep bass and rich detail. With a full speaker array custom tuned for mid and high frequencies, the PULSE SOUNDBAR+ lets you enjoy every fine detail of your music, movies, and games with the same realism and emotion that 8K video delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRevolutionary Audio Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe PULSE SOUNDBAR+ features an all-new quad-core processor designed specifically to deliver audio at ultra-fast speeds with the highest quality. A revolutionary breakthrough, Bluesound’s new flagship processing system is the next evolution in the BluOS experience. With four processor cores dedicated to ultimate performance, it’s a chipset designed for the world of music streaming. It is set to transform home audio more than ever before, bringing BluOS and its highly efficient ARM-based platform to a whole new level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAn Unforgettable 3D Sound Experience\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith Dolby Atmos, you can experience music, movies, and games in the most immersive and cinematic way. Every sound is precisely positioned around you, creating a three-dimensional space that places you in the recording studio or in the middle of the action, bringing you closer to the artists and characters you love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBuilt with BluOs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eDiscover a world of streaming and experience all the music ever recorded in high-fidelity. Stream it all, no matter where it lives with BluOS. Enjoy all your favorite songs, podcasts, and radio stations with support for popular music streaming services and access to all of their catalogs. Sync with personal music libraries via WiFi and connect up to 200,000 tracks in lossless quality. Experience the studio-quality sound of MQA music on Tidal, or connect and stream favorites with Apple AirPlay 2 and aptX HD Bluetooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eImmerse Yourself in Sound\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eCreate the most immersive wireless surround sound experience by adding a PULSE SUB+ and a pair of PULSE FLEX 2i speakers as dedicated rears to hear every lush cinematic detail of your favorite movies and shows. With simple and easy-to-follow steps, the BluOS app walks you through the set-up process with the ability to adjust the EQ settings for crisp room-filling sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTake Total Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe PULSE SOUNDBAR+ can be controlled in a variety of ways, including hands-free voice control with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant, your existing TV remote, or the BluOS Controller app. No matter which option works best for you, the PULSE SOUNDBAR+ will deliver a seamless, hassle-free listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBluOS Adds Pandora and Presto Music Services\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluesound is excited to announce the integration of the popular Pandora and Presto Music services into the BluOS platform, aug-menting the already impressive array of streaming services avail-able.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePandora offers exceptional music discovery features and curated radio stations. Its integration offers BluOS music lovers access to another seamless and intuitive way to enjoy their favorite tracks and discover new music based on listeners' tastes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePresto Music specializes in classical and jazz recordings with high-quality content. In select markets, users can now savor Presto Music's vast collection of classical and jazz recordings. With a library boasting 200,000 albums in CD-quality and 34,000 albums in stunning 24-bit\/192kHz, subscribers will revel in a focused, extensive, and continuously expanding catalog. The service is tailored with a powerful search engine designed explicitly for classical and jazz music, offering rich composers, artists, and genre profiles, recommendations, and featured releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eTo access these new services, simply update to the latest firmware and download the BluOS Controller App (version 4.2.0) from the Apple App Store, Google Play, or bluos.io\/downloads.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluesound","offers":[{"title":"New \/ Gloss White \/ New","offer_id":45981173350573,"sku":"NEW-BDPULSBP-GLSWHT","price":1149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"New \/ Gloss White \/ Demo","offer_id":45981173383341,"sku":"DEMO-BDPULSBP-GLSWHT","price":919.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"New \/ Gloss White \/ Open Box","offer_id":45981173416109,"sku":"OPEN-BDPULSBP-GLSWHT","price":735.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"New \/ Gloss White \/ Cosmetically Blemished","offer_id":45981173448877,"sku":"BLEM-BDPULSBP-GLSWHT","price":791.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"New \/ Gloss White \/ Factory Refreshed","offer_id":45981173481645,"sku":"RFRB-BDPULSBP-GLSWHT","price":791.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/BDPULSBP_GLSWHT_01-Large__44830.1730231455.1280.1280_46bae2d0-9c88-4b55-bc6e-8fcbc38dce95.jpg?v=1778099958"},{"product_id":"bluesound-pulse-mini-2i-compact-wireless-multi-room-music-streaming-speaker-gloss-white","title":"Bluesound Pulse Mini 2i Compact Wireless Multi-Room Music Streaming Speaker - Gloss White","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEditors’ Choice Award – \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e Magazine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Little Box with Huge Streaming Sound and Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluesound somehow managed to squeeze decades of high fidelity audio obsession, squeezed into this little box. The Pulse Mini 2i has received its biggest acoustic upgrade ever. Bluesound doubled the bass drivers and amp power, while adding the most sophisticated DSP engine available, coaxing unbelievable true stereo performance from the all-in-one speaker you can place anywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Pulse Mini 2i is more powerful and produces more detailed audio than many rival players twice its size, featuring freshly redesigned tweeters that expand the listening sweet spot. Place the Pulse Mini 2i anywhere in the home, and fill the space with beautifully textured, full-range sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAward-Winning Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e recognized the Bluesound Pulse Mini 2i with an Editors’ Choice Award in its Best Integrated Systems Under $3,000 category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAccording to the magazine, \"The sound has a warmth and richness in the bass and midbass that are often missing in the category. The Pulse 2i projects a sound far larger than its size would indicate and can fill a mid-sized room. The mids and treble are warm and engaging, again defying expectations. Pulse 2i Mini simply a smaller version.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"One of the Best Single-Cabinet Stereo Speakers\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Though nearly identical physically to its predecessor, the Pulse Mini, the Bluesound Pulse Mini 2i sounds significantly better. In fact, this is one of the best single-cabinet stereo speakers I’ve heard, raves Jon J. Jacobi, \u003cem\u003etechhive.com\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"A powerful performer packed with the latest tech,\" is how Clif Joseph describes the Pulse Mini 2i at 7review.com. \"The first thing that really stands out with the Pulse Mini 2i is the imposing 100W output, as the cymbal-crash that launches Rapture rings out like shattering glass even with the volume at just 25 percent. I can hear every light touch of the infectious tick-tick rhythm on the cymbals and as the bass guitar starts to swing along with effortless ease, it’s clear that this is a good option if you want a powerful speaker that can get the party started.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRule Your Sonic Domain\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn addition to offering best-in-class dual band WiFi, the Pulse Mini 2i now has Apple AirPlay 2 built-in for easy integration into the Apple ecosystem, making it more flexible than ever. Bluetooth performance is seriously stepped up with native support for aptX HD and the ability to transmit studio quality music to Bluetooth headphones and speakers. High-end DAC technology built into every Bluesound player can decode and stream MQA files in all their lossless glory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eControl with Your Smartphone or Tablet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePlay, pause, and select your streaming tracks from the touch-sensitive controls on the top panel. For added functionality, the Pulse Mini 2i, like all Bluesound players, is controlled from your smartphone or tablet using the free BluOS app. The app brings all you music sources together for complete control whether they are in the cloud, on your computer or phone, or from almost any other source via the various digital and analog inputs. Whatever the musical source, Bluesound will play it in the highest resolution, all the way up to studio master-quality resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDigital Music, Internet Radio, Podcasts, and More\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFrom popular music streaming services to radio stations and podcasts, the Pulse Mini 2i connects you to everything you love to listen to. Plus, with two-way aptXT™ Adaptive Bluetooth and Apple AirPlay 2 built in, you can enjoy music from even more apps and services, including Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Qobuz. Connect the Pulse Mini 2i to digital music libraries stored on your computer or local network, and effortlessly browse and stream from your collection using the BluOS app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"More Than Capable\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Pulse Mini 2i is the mid-tier model from Bluesound and not out of place in a home office, kitchen, dining room, or bedroom,\" reports Ian White, ecoustics.com, April 10, 2022.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"I kept the Pulse Mini 2i in the kitchen for the majority of the review and found that it was more than capable of filling the 16 x 20 room with sound placed on one of the countertops and 4 inches from the wall.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRoon Ready\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eRoon brings all your music together, so you don’t have to worry about where it’s stored, what format it’s in, or where you stream it from. Roon supports music files stored on internal and external hard drives and NAS, your iTunes library, live radio stations, and streamed content from TIDAL and Qobuz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConvenient Voice Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith support for the most popular voice assistants, including Apple’s Siri and Amazon Alexa, control is more convenient that ever. Every supported voice assistant gives you easy, hands-free control over the music in your home so you can pause the music when the phone rings or ask what song is playing, all with your voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluVoice, which is the BluOS voice engine, controls all Bluesound Players – no matter which generation you have at home – bringing the latest tech to the speakers and systems that you love and continue to get better with every update. Set up a default room and use quick and easy voice commands to control your music using the long list of BluVoice custom commands. For example, you can use voice commands to play saved playlists, select your favorite radio station, adjust volume levels, or even group players together and play your music in perfect sync throughout the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Resembles a Much Bigger Speaker\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Pulse Mini 2i resembles a much bigger speaker in terms of muscle and bass response,\" observes What Hi-Fi? magazine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"However, it is the insight that pleases us most. Where before its presentation had appeared more condensed, and treble marginally rolled off, the Pulse Mini 2i has a more spacious soundstage and a greater level of analysis to make full use of the hi-res files it is able to decode.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEasy Setup, Impressive Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eUnlike many other wireless audio products, the Bluesound system is incredibly easy to set up and use. And the performance is unsurpassed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The entire system is designed for easy setup with no computer required. Users operate it with a smartphone or tablet BlueOS app,\" notes Grant Clauser in an \u003cem\u003eElectronicHouse.com\u003c\/em\u003e review of the original Bluesound system for October 18, 2013 \"Music from the Vault includes cover art to make it easy to find the album you're looking for… I was able to listen to all the Bluesound components in a hotel suite in New York this week. The performance was pretty impressive on all of them.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"For those people looking for a nice, simple, convenient and good-sounding one box\/one app solution for ripping CDs, playing your ripped and downloaded files, streaming music from Internet radio, Rdio, Slacker Radio, and Qobuz, and purchasing music from HighResAudio, the Bluesound Vault has got your number and its one of one in today's marketplace,\" reports Michael Lavorgna in his \u003cem\u003eAudiostream.com\u003c\/em\u003e, January 21, 2013 review of the original Bluesound system. \"Just add an iOS or Android device as a remote and you'll be rollin' in tunes in no time.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"I'm Very Happy with It\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"I'm very happy with it; it gives a surprising amount of punch and volume for a small (ish) unit, and it handles a broad range of rock music deftly. I have a Node 2 as well, so the convenient and flexible BluOS system is a big plus point,\" reports Pulse Mini 2i9 owner MikeysThoughts, avforums.com, October 6, 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBluesound Music Players\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluesound players are designed and engineered by audiophiles. They have been tested and perfected at one of North America's most advanced sound labs by some of the same engineers and musicians who started the original hi-fi revolution in the 1970s, including PSB's Paul Barton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAdd other Bluesound components for more functionality. \"The entire system is designed for easy setup with no computer required,\" reports Grant Clauser at \u003cem\u003eElectronicHouse.com\u003c\/em\u003e. \"Playlists can be created on the fly. Each component can be controlled individually, or grouped, so users can play different songs in each room or the same music all over the house.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Small, But Punches Above Its Weight\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"It’s small but punches above its weight, delivering 100 watts of lovely NAD bi-amped audio via 4 PSB drivers, two 4″ mid-bass woofers, and two 0.75″ dome tweeters,\" observes Jamie Madden, blog.roonlabs.com, August 31, 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The sound quality belies its miniature footprint. If you’re like me, you’ll catch yourself looking at this speaker in disbelief while putting together ingredients in the kitchen.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNew! Support for Qobuz Connec\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBig news for music lovers! Starting September 2025, BluOS supports Qobuz Connect, making it easier than ever to enjoy your favorite tracks in stunning hi-resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith this update, you’ll be able to stream directly from the Qobuz app to any BluOS-enabled device from Bluesound, NAD Electronics, PSB Speakers, Cyrus Audio, DALI Speakers, and Monitor Audio — all at up to 24-bit\/192 kHz quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBrowse, search, and play right inside the Qobuz app, while BluOS handles what it does best: seamless, reliable multi-room playback. You’ll still manage speaker grouping and volume inside the BluOS app, but control of music selection is now right at your fingertips in Qobuz.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluesound","offers":[{"title":"New \/ Gloss White \/ New","offer_id":45981176660141,"sku":"NEW-BDPULMI2I-GLSWHT","price":849.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"New \/ Gloss White \/ Demo","offer_id":45981176692909,"sku":"DEMO-BDPULMI2I-GLSWHT","price":559.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/BDPULMI2I-GLSWHT_01_angle_2025__24107.1741373216.1280.1280_faf38fae-7ece-4e81-b376-f65aa475582a.jpg?v=1778119902"},{"product_id":"nad-c-700-v2-bluos-streaming-amplifier","title":"NAD C 700 V2 BluOS Streaming Amplifier","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the C 700 V2, and what does it do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NAD C 700 V2 is a \"just add speakers\" all-in-one. Inside one compact aluminum chassis, NAD has packed a streaming player, a digital-to-analog converter, a preamp, and a power amp. Connect a pair of speakers and you have a complete music system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe V2 builds on the original C 700, which NAD launched in 2021. The new version keeps the core amplifier and the BluOS streaming brain that made the first C 700 popular. It then adds a moving-magnet phono stage for turntables, refines the digital circuitry, and opens the door to Dirac Live room correction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBluOS is NAD's wireless streaming platform (NAD and Bluesound share it). It runs in a free app on your phone, tablet, or laptop. You browse music, pick a song, and the C 700 V2 plays it through your speakers — wired or completely wireless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's New in V2 — and Why It Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNAD describes the C 700 V2 as a refresh designed to \"polish anything that even remotely looked like a rough edge\" on the original. Three things changed. The digital-to-analog stage was redesigned for wider dynamic range and lower noise. A moving-magnet phono input was added for turntable owners. And Dirac Live room correction became an option through a separately purchased license.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same compact aluminum body and 5-inch color display carry over. So does the HybridDigital UcD output stage. If you owned the original C 700, the V2 is the same idea, finished better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does it matter? How does it improve your listening?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStreaming-amp combinations have to do a lot. Decode hi-res files, drive speakers cleanly, switch sources, sound musical. The C 700 V2 puts most of the work inside one well-engineered box, so the signal path stays short and the noise floor stays low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe headline number is 80 watts per channel continuous into both 8 and 4 ohms — driven cleanly to under 0.04% distortion. Short-burst dynamic power reaches 100 W into 8 ohms and 125 W into 4 ohms, which helps the amp stay composed through musical peaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe digital side handles streams up to 24-bit \/ 192 kHz PCM with MQA decoding and rendering. The refined digital-to-analog stage in the V2 brings wider dynamic range and accurate imaging across all sources — streaming, optical, coaxial, HDMI eARC, and the new phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's different about how it's built?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HybridDigital UcD output stage is NAD's pairing of an analog preamp circuit with a Class D power module developed in collaboration with Bruno Putzeys. UcD (Universal Class D) was an early modern Class D topology designed to keep distortion low and behavior predictable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is high efficiency — the amp runs cool and stays small — combined with low measurable noise. Damping factor is over 90 across the audible range, meaning the C 700 V2 keeps tight control of the speakers it drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe phono input is moving-magnet only. NAD has designed it with accurate RIAA equalization (the standard EQ curve every vinyl record is cut to) so an MM cartridge plugs straight in. Moving-coil cartridges need an external phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHDMI eARC connects the C 700 V2 to a compatible TV with a single cable. The TV remote can then control volume, so TV listening doesn't require a separate remote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is this best for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You want a complete music system in one box — just add speakers and you're done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You stream music as your main source — Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz, Amazon Music, Apple AirPlay, internet radio, or files on a NAS or USB drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You own a turntable with a moving-magnet cartridge and want to plug it straight in without buying an outboard phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You want clean TV audio through your stereo speakers via a single HDMI eARC cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You're building a multi-room BluOS system — or might want to later — and want one BluOS node to play, control, and coordinate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You care about room correction and would like the option to add Dirac Live down the road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it connect to your system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnalog: one moving-magnet phono input plus a stereo line-level RCA input. A subwoofer output with 600 Ω output impedance lets you add a sub; the crossover point is set in the BluOS Controller app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDigital: HDMI eARC for the TV, plus optical (Toslink) and coaxial S\/PDIF for CD players, streamers, and game consoles. A USB Type-A port reads FAT32 or NTFS USB sticks for local playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNetwork and wireless: Gigabit Ethernet and Wi-Fi, plus two-way aptX HD Bluetooth (works as both a Bluetooth receiver and a Bluetooth transmitter for wireless headphones).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor speakers: binding posts that accept bare wire, banana plugs, or spades. If you'd like help matching speakers to the C 700 V2, call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProfessional Reviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEd Selley, \u003cem\u003eAVForums\u003c\/em\u003e, November 27, 2025 — \u003cstrong\u003eEditor's Choice Award 2025-2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAVForums gave the C 700 V2 its Editor's Choice Award in the Best Mid-Range All-In-One Hi-Fi System category. Selley wrote that NAD had taken the strengths of the original C 700, retained all of them, and polished the remaining edges. His summary verdict was that the C 700 V2 is an absolutely outstanding product treated as an all-in-one rather than a strict integrated amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEd Selley, \u003cem\u003eAVS Forum\u003c\/em\u003e, December 23, 2024 — \u003cstrong\u003eBest in Class Award\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAVS Forum awarded the C 700 V2 its Best in Class designation. Selley described the V2 as a sublime all-in-one that keeps the sensational core-module performance of the original C 700 across the entire expanded connectivity set. He called it an easy Best in Class against a competitive field of recent rivals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDennis Burger, \u003cem\u003eSoundStage! Access\u003c\/em\u003e, July 1, 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurger reviewed the C 700 V2 against close cousins from the same parent company, including the Bluesound Powernode, and singled out how distinct NAD's offering remains at a similar price point. He concluded there was a lot to love about the C 700 V2 — and credited NAD with being able to offer meaningfully different experiences at equivalent prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEarned Recognition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-award-entry\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEditor's Choice Award 2025-2026\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ec-award-source\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.avforums.com\/\"\u003eAVForums\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ec-award-category\"\u003eCategory: Best Mid-Range All-In-One Hi-Fi System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ec-award-note\"\u003eAVForums' Editor's Choice Awards highlight standout products tested across the publication's review year.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-award-entry\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest in Class Award\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ec-award-source\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.avsforum.com\/\"\u003eAVS Forum\u003c\/a\u003e, 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ec-award-category\"\u003eCategory: All-in-One Streaming Amplifiers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ec-award-note\"\u003eAVS Forum's Best in Class designation recognizes products that lead their category during the review cycle.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch the C 700 V2 from NAD Electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-video-wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003ciframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" title=\"NAD C 700 V2 BluOS Streaming Amplifier — Official NAD Video\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/khpF3bA8Zr8?rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions for the C 700 V2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf or compact floorstanding speakers\u003c\/strong\u003e — The C 700 V2 has the power for small-to-medium rooms. Browse our \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/speakers\/\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e for matched partners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA turntable\u003c\/strong\u003e — The MM phono input is engineered for clean vinyl playback. See our \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/turntables\/\"\u003eturntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA subwoofer\u003c\/strong\u003e — The sub output lets you add low end and set the crossover in the BluOS app. Browse our \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/speakers\/subwoofers\/\"\u003esubwoofers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker cables and interconnects\u003c\/strong\u003e — Clean cable runs protect the C 700 V2's measured performance. See \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/cables\/speaker-cables\/\"\u003espeaker cables\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/cables\/interconnect-cables\/interconnects-with-rcas\/\"\u003eRCA interconnects\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirac Live calibration microphone\u003c\/strong\u003e — Required to run room correction if you add the optional Dirac Live license. Ask us about compatible USB calibration mics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower conditioners\u003c\/strong\u003e — A clean AC supply lowers the noise floor of every component plugged in. Browse our \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/electronics\/power-products\/power-conditioners\/\"\u003epower conditioners\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHybridDigital UcD Amplification, 80 W Per Channel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe C 700 V2 uses NAD's HybridDigital UcD output module — an analog preamp paired with a refined Class D power stage. The benefit is high efficiency (the amp runs cool and stays compact) combined with low noise and clean delivery. Continuous output is 80 W per channel into both 8 and 4 ohms, with dynamic power up to 125 W into 4 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRefined Digital-to-Analog Stage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe V2's redesigned digital-to-analog stage was developed to deliver wider dynamic range, accurate imaging, and low noise across every source — streaming, optical, coaxial, HDMI eARC, and the phono input. The result is more openness and musical nuance from the same recordings the original C 700 played.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBluOS Streaming Built In\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBluOS is the streaming platform NAD shares with Bluesound. It runs in a free Controller app on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. You get over 20 streaming services (Tidal, Qobuz, Amazon Music Ultra HD, Spotify, Deezer, Idagio, internet radio, and more), high-resolution playback up to 24-bit \/ 192 kHz, MQA decoding and rendering, and multi-room support across up to 63 additional BluOS zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMM Phono Stage for Vinyl\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA moving-magnet phono input is built in — new for the V2. RIAA equalization is accurate and noise is low, so an MM cartridge on most entry-level and mid-range turntables plugs in directly with no outboard phono stage required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHDMI eARC for TV Audio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne HDMI cable from your TV to the C 700 V2 routes TV audio through your hi-fi speakers. The TV remote can control volume on the amp, so casual TV listening doesn't need a separate remote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDirac Live Ready (Optional Upgrade)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirac Live is one of the most respected room-correction tools in audio. The C 700 V2 supports it as an optional upgrade — buy a Dirac Live license and a calibrated USB microphone, run the measurement, and the amp stores up to five profiles you can recall by remote. Without the license, the C 700 V2 works fully as a streaming amp; room correction is a future-proof add.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5-Inch Color Display\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front of the C 700 V2 has a 5-inch glass color display. It shows album art, track information, and system menus. The control knob and navigation buttons next to it let you handle setup and playback without a phone or tablet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAirPlay 2, aptX HD Bluetooth, Roon Ready\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAirPlay 2 streams from Apple devices and iTunes libraries. Two-way aptX HD Bluetooth means you can receive from a phone or transmit to wireless headphones. Roon Ready certification lets the C 700 V2 act as a Roon endpoint on a Roon Core network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmart Home and Voice Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe C 700 V2 has drivers for Control4, Crestron, Elan, RTI, and other smart-home control systems. Voice control via Amazon Alexa and Apple Siri lets you ask for music or change rooms hands-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick-Reference Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 0.92em; margin-top: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: bold; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eAmplifier Performance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; width: 45%;\"\u003eAmplifier Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHybridDigital UcD (Class D output stage)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eContinuous Power Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u0026gt;80 W into 8 Ω \/ \u0026gt;100 W into 4 Ω (20 Hz – 20 kHz, both channels driven)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIHF Dynamic Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e100 W (8 Ω), 125 W (4 Ω)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eClipping Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u0026gt;86 W at 1 kHz, 8 Ω, 0.1% THD; \u0026gt;102 W at 1 kHz, 4 Ω, 0.1% THD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTHD+N (20 Hz – 20 kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u0026lt;0.04% (250 mW to 90 W, 4 Ω)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u0026gt;84 dB (A-weighted, 500 mV input, ref. 1 W out into 8 Ω)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDamping Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u0026gt;90 (ref. 8 Ω, 20 Hz – 20 kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e±0.18 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTone Controls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTreble: ±6.0 dB at 20 kHz; Bass: ±6.0 dB at 60 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eChannel Separation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u0026gt;93 dB at 1 kHz; \u0026gt;72 dB at 10 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: bold; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eStreaming \u0026amp; Digital\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBluOS Sample Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 32-bit \/ 192 kHz PCM (16–24 bit depth supported)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStreaming Services Supported\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e20+ via BluOS (Tidal, Qobuz, Amazon Music Ultra HD, Spotify, Deezer, Idagio, internet radio, and more)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eThird-Party Integrations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready, Amazon Alexa, Apple Siri\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMQA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFull decoding and rendering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMulti-Room\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 63 additional BluOS zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: bold; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAnalog Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 × MM phono (RCA), 1 × line-level RCA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDigital Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHDMI eARC, optical (Toslink), coaxial S\/PDIF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNetwork Connectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGigabit Ethernet (RJ45), Wi-Fi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUSB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 × Type-A (FAT32 or NTFS memory stick playback)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBluetooth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTwo-way aptX HD (receive and headphone modes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOutputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSpeaker binding posts, subwoofer (RCA), 12V trigger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSubwoofer Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4.0 Vrms max, 600 Ω output impedance, \u0026gt;106 dB SNR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRoom Correction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDirac Live Ready (license and microphone sold separately)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDisplay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e5-inch glass HD color screen with album art and system info\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: bold; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003ePhysical \u0026amp; Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; width: 45%;\"\u003eStandby Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u0026lt;0.5 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDimensions (W × H × D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e218 × 96 × 266 mm (8-5\/8\" × 3-13\/16\" × 10-1\/2\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4.8 kg (10.6 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2 years, parts and labor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat else do I need to use the C 700 V2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust a pair of speakers, speaker cables, and Wi-Fi or Ethernet. The C 700 V2 has the streaming player, DAC, preamp, and power amp built in. If you have a turntable, plug it into the MM phono input. If you have a TV, plug it into the HDMI eARC port. That's it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the C 700 V2 a good match for my speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatching depends on power output, speaker sensitivity, and impedance — and the right answer depends on your specific speakers and room. The C 700 V2's 80 W continuous (with strong dynamic headroom) suits a wide range of bookshelf and compact floorstanders. Call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll help you dial it in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the differences between Class A, Class A\/B, and Class D amplifiers? Which one is this?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe C 700 V2 uses HybridDigital UcD — a Class D output stage paired with NAD's analog preamp circuitry. Class A runs the output transistors fully on (clean, but hot and inefficient). Class A\/B blends both modes — the traditional analog approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass D switches the output transistors rapidly. The benefit is high efficiency and low heat. NAD's UcD design (developed with Bruno Putzeys) is a refined modern Class D used across NAD's HybridDigital amps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is BluOS, exactly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBluOS is NAD's streaming platform (shared with Bluesound). It's a free Controller app on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. The app browses your library and 20+ streaming services, plays music to any BluOS device on your network, groups rooms together, and supports high-resolution audio up to 24-bit \/ 192 kHz with MQA decoding. The C 700 V2 has BluOS built in — no outboard streamer needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Dirac Live, and how does it work with the C 700 V2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirac Live is room correction software. It uses a calibrated microphone to measure how your room shapes the sound from your speakers, then applies a correction profile to flatten the response. The C 700 V2 is Dirac Live Ready — buy a Dirac license (from Dirac) and a calibrated USB microphone, and you can store up to five profiles on the amp. Without the license, the C 700 V2 still works as a complete streaming amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this have a built-in phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — new for the V2. The C 700 V2 has a moving-magnet (MM) phono input. That covers most entry-level and mid-range turntables. If your cartridge is moving-coil (MC), you'll need an external phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this compare to the next NAD model up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe C 399 is a much larger integrated amplifier with twice the power, dual MDC2 slots for future expansion, and more analog\/digital inputs. The C 700 V2 trades that for a one-box streaming experience in a much smaller chassis. If you want the streaming brain built in and the small footprint, this is the model. If you want more power and modular expansion, look at the C 399. Call us and we'll help you choose the right tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it for home theater?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe C 700 V2 connects to a TV via HDMI eARC for clean two-channel TV sound. It also supports BluOS-enabled surround sound configurations — adding compatible BluOS speakers as wireless rears, plus a sub, lets you build up to a 4.1-channel system with Dolby Digital decoding. That's lighter than a full AV receiver setup, but more capable than stereo alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between the original C 700 and the C 700 V2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe V2 adds a moving-magnet phono input, refines the digital-to-analog stage for wider dynamic range and lower noise, and adds Dirac Live Ready support (the original did not run Dirac Live). The aluminum body, 5-inch display, HybridDigital UcD amplifier, and BluOS streaming brain carry over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNAD C 700 V2 BluOS Streaming Amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.5' AC power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBC1 remote control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 AAA batteries (for BC1 remote)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwner's manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick Setup Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImportant Safety Instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty Information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluesound Brochure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-titlebox-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f3b5.svg\" alt=\"music note emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f504.svg\" alt=\"repeat emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4de.svg\" alt=\"phone emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReal Experts, Real Help\u003c\/strong\u003e — Our team is here at \u003ca href=\"tel:8009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f69a.svg\" alt=\"truck emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4b3.svg\" alt=\"credit card emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Payment Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to learn more about BluOS streaming, Dirac Live room correction, or building a great compact two-channel system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NAD Electronics","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981501751469,"sku":"NEW-NAC700V2","price":1999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981501784237,"sku":"DEMO-NAC700V2","price":1599.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/NAC700V2_01_angle_2025__79671.1742483151.1280.1280_7e39ba46-4938-4312-8088-327afd86003f.jpg?v=1778162109"},{"product_id":"nad-c-658-bluos-streaming-dac-preamplifier","title":"NAD C 658 BLUOS Streaming DAC Preamplifier","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEditors' Choice Award 2024 – \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e Magazine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\"Recommended\" Award – \u003cem\u003e Hi-Fi Choice\u003c\/em\u003e Magazine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFive Stars – \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e Magazine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA New Kind of Stereo Component\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe NAD C 658 is a new kind of stereo component, one that at once changes preconceptions and opens new possibilities for audio reproduction. As we move deeper into the 21st century, the way music is distributed and enjoyed continues to evolve away from physical media to streaming. It also has moved away from analog to digital.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C 658 has incorporated these fundamental truths to create an entirely new type of component that combines a Network Streamer, a state-of-the art DAC, and many aspects of the traditional preamplifier into a single highly cost effective package. And thanks to NAD’s exclusive Modular Design Construction, it will keep pace with the latest technology, not yet introduced, but inevitably coming in the future. In fact, an optional HDMI 4k switcher module is available now allowing the best sound from any of the many HDMI sources available (like game consoles and video STBs).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Sheer Value is So Far Off the Charts\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C 399 won an Editors' Choice Award 2024 from \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e magazine, which remarks \"Combining a top-performing network streamer, state-of-the-art DAC and a preamplifier, the C 658 is the perfect addition to any hi-fi setup.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The C658 streaming DAC is loaded with all the features needed in today’s digital streaming world, has expandable inputs to accommodate future interfaces, and the BluOS app provides easy and intuitive control over a music library. The C658 can also serve as the heart of a whole-house wireless system.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTop Rating of \"Five Stars\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAwarding the C 658 its top rating of Five Stars, i\u0026gt;What Hi-Fi? magazine observes, \"The NAD C 658 is one of the most fully furnished, future-proofed and intuitive streamers we’ve come across – and at this sub-£2000 price, one of the most convincing performers. It puts a big, bold tick in a great number of boxes. Nice work, NAD.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"In many ways the NAD manages to be a great answer to a lot of potential system-building questions,\" notes \u003cem\u003eHi-Fi? Choice\u003c\/em\u003e magazine, which handed the C 658a Recommended Award. \"Combining the excellent BluOS operating system with a very well-featured preamp has resulted in a convincing front end that is just a power amplifier and pair of passive loudspeakers – or indeed a pair of active ones – away from forming a complete and highly capable music system.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStreamer, DAC, Preamp… and More\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWhile the C 658 immediately replaces (or adds) your Streamer, DAC, and Preamp, it also adds many new features you may not be aware of, like a Bluetooth aptX HD transmitter to use with your wireless headphones. The highly flexible outputs allow for a true balanced connection to powered speakers or amplifiers. Single-ended connections for amplifiers and subwoofers are also provided and include an adjustable subwoofer crossover executed perfectly in the digital domain. A highly sophisticated MM Phono input is also included along with line inputs for legacy analog components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBluOS Enabled\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAlso on board is BluOS, the most sophisticated High Res streaming system available. BluOS natively supports over 15 streaming music services and indexing of over 250,000 tracks from local network sources. The C 658 becomes a node in the BluOS ecosystem allowing high res network streaming to 64 zones and control options for iOS, Android, Windows, and Mac OS phones, tablets, and desk top devices. BluOS also supports all major smart home controllers and is available in a wide range of products making it easy to create a whole house audio system with the C 658 at its heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Packed with Useful Features\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"NAD’s C 658 shows just how far network music players have come in such a short space of time,\" notes Marc Rushton in his \u003cem\u003estereonet.com\u003c\/em\u003e review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Five or so years ago, something as good as this would have cost at least twice as much. As well as being packed with useful features, it has a seriously enjoyable sound that’s hard to beat at this price, or no small amount more. Well worth auditioning, if you’re serious about streaming.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"What's Not to Like?\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The C 658 is priced at a level many audiophile will be able to afford. Great sound, useful features, great price—what's not to like?\" asked Al Griiffin, \u003cem\u003esoundandvision.com\u003c\/em\u003e, February 5, 2020.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The C 658 offers most of the features you'd want in a component of this type, including high-res streaming, MQA support for Tidal playback, and AirPlay\/aptX HD Bluetooth. Add Dirac Live room correction to that list, with all features controlled by NAD's very capable and refined BluOS app. Also, it has plenty of digital and analog connection options, including moving magnet phono, and can be upgraded with HDMI inputs.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHigh Resolution in Every Detail\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMost NAD components have been 'high res' for 45 years with very wide bandwidth, low distortion, and ultra-low noise. We just never had high resolution source material to play. With high res digital recording and streaming, combined with advanced technology like MQA, record companies are opening their vaults and releasing Studio Master Quality recordings. MQA decoding is available on all digital inputs in addition to BluOS streaming content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C 658 is pure High Res from input to output and features the ESS Sabre 32-bit DAC, one of the best performing DACs on the market today with its 118dB Dynamic Range and incredibly low jitter spec. All preamp functions are executed in the digital domain, including the same wide range non-truncating digital volume control used in NAD's Masters Series components. This offers an incredibly short analog signal path that, rather uniquely, is identical for all volume settings. Sophisticated active power supplies provide super clean voltages to all circuits to keep noise and distortion at the edge of measurability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaking Your Speakers Disappear\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C 658 is also the first NAD stereo component to feature Dirac Live room correction, the most sophisticated and effective room correction available. Dirac corrects the impulse response of your speakers, in addition to the frequency response of your room, for a truly transparent window into the musical performance. When the room resonances are tamed and the transient response is corrected, the result is magical. You have never heard your speakers sound this invisible or this good!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eNote: These features will be implemented via future software upgrades. The C 658 will include a license for Dirac Live with the option for advanced users to upgrade to a Dirac Live Full Frequency version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaster Quality Authenticated\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMaster Quality Authenticated (MQA) is a revolutionary end-to-end technology built into every BluOS Enabled amplifier to capture and deliver MQA music to your speakers in the purest quality. All BluOS Enabled players and systems include a powerful decoder and audio renderer for the millions of the MQA encoded songs, The MQA logo shown in the BluOS app indicates that the unit is decoding and playing an MQA stream or file, and lets you know that you are hearing exactly what the artist recorded and approved in the studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTraditional NAD Performance and Value\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C 658 is part of NAD's Classic Series of components which have an enviable reputation for giving music lovers more enjoyment for less money. If you want a solid block of hand–crafted aluminum with gold plated accents, you’ll need to look elsewhere. If you want state-of-the-art performance and features in a sturdy no-nonsense package, then you have the right address.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"This Unit is Highly Recommended\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"While I still don’t buy into streaming just like I never bought into radio even since I was a wee lad, NAD C658 shows just how far network music players have come,\" observes David Susilo, tongue inserted slightly in cheek, in a \u003cem\u003edavidsusilouncensored.wordpress.com\u003c\/em\u003e review for July 9, 2022. \"Just several years ago, in order to get a preamp \/ DAC \/ streamer \/ whole-home audio in a single box would have cost beyond $5,000 CAD… Regardless of my stance in streaming, this unit is highly recommended.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"High Value for Money\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"It is still absolutely remarkable how much audiophile spirit NAD has managed to pour into the C 658,\" reports Michael Lang, \u003cem\u003eStereo Magazine\u003c\/em\u003e, July 30, 2020.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The features and sound quality, as well as the convincing operating concept, are remarkable… The sound image had a very high dynamic quality, was tonally perfectly suitable for long term use and most importantly: it transported plenty of emotions! A great offer with high value for money!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"NAD C 658 is Incomparable\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The NAD C 658 is incomparable when you consider the features packed into this component,\" raves Piero Gabucci, \u003cem\u003eSecrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity\u003c\/em\u003e, February 3, 2020. \"I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the C 658 as your primary preamplifier either, making it the heart of any HiFi system.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"This versatile device has all the connections and applications you could wish for and functions flawlessly,\" chimes in Geoffrey Van Houwaert, \u003cem\u003eAlpha-Audio\u003c\/em\u003e, January 20, 2020. \"With suitable amplification or a set of active speakers, you can create a sleek, good sounding set at home. Less is more with the Nad C 658 BluOS Streaming Dac!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"A Valuable Addition to Any Audiophile's System\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"It should be obvious by now that I loved almost everything about the NAD Classic C 658,\" observes Gordon Brockhouse, \u003cem\u003eSoundStage! Simplifi,\u003c\/em\u003e November 1, 2019. \"Enthusiastically recommended.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe 2 Channel Listening channel on \u003cem\u003eyoutube.com\u003c\/em\u003e praises the C 658's \"Versatility and neutrality across various speaker and amplifier combinations\" and its \"ability to serve as a preamp and network streamer, making it a valuable addition to any audiophile's system.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNew! Support for Qobuz Connec\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBig news for music lovers! Starting September 2025, BluOS supports Qobuz Connect, making it easier than ever to enjoy your favorite tracks in stunning hi-resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith this update, you’ll be able to stream directly from the Qobuz app to any BluOS-enabled device from Bluesound, NAD Electronics, PSB Speakers, Cyrus Audio, DALI Speakers, and Monitor Audio — all at up to 24-bit\/192 kHz quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBrowse, search, and play right inside the Qobuz app, while BluOS handles what it does best: seamless, reliable multi-room playback. You’ll still manage speaker grouping and volume inside the BluOS app, but control of music selection is now right at your fingertips in Qobuz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBluOS Adds Pandora and Presto Music Services\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluesound is excited to announce the integration of the popular Pandora and Presto Music services into the BluOS platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePandora offers exceptional music discovery features and curated radio stations. Its integration offers BluOS music lovers access to another seamless and intuitive way to enjoy their favorite tracks and discover new music based on listeners' tastes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePresto Music specializes in classical and jazz recordings with high-quality content. In select markets, users can now savor Presto Music's vast collection of classical and jazz recordings. With a library boasting 200,000 albums in CD-quality and 34,000 albums in stunning 24-bit\/192kHz, subscribers will revel in a focused, extensive, and continuously expanding catalog. The service is tailored with a powerful search engine designed explicitly for classical and jazz music, offering rich composers, artists, and genre profiles, recommendations, and featured releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eTo access these new services, simply update to the latest firmware and download the BluOS Controller App (version 4.2.0) from the Apple App Store, Google Play, or bluos.io\/downloads.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NAD Electronics","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981578723501,"sku":"NEW-NAC658","price":2599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981578756269,"sku":"DEMO-NAC658","price":1999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":45981578789037,"sku":"OPEN-NAC658","price":1379.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/NAC658_2-Large__65448.1728470556.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778117704"},{"product_id":"bluesound-pulse-mini-2i-compact-wireless-multi-room-music-streaming-speaker-gloss-black","title":"Bluesound Pulse Mini 2i Compact Wireless Multi-Room Music Streaming Speaker - Gloss Black","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEditors’ Choice Award – \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e Magazine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Little Box with Huge Streaming Sound and Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluesound somehow managed to squeeze decades of high fidelity audio obsession, squeezed into this little box. The Pulse Mini 2i has received its biggest acoustic upgrade ever. Bluesound doubled the bass drivers and amp power, while adding the most sophisticated DSP engine available, coaxing unbelievable true stereo performance from the all-in-one speaker you can place anywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Pulse Mini 2i is more powerful and produces more detailed audio than many rival players twice its size, featuring freshly redesigned tweeters that expand the listening sweet spot. Place the Pulse Mini 2i anywhere in the home, and fill the space with beautifully textured, full-range sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAward-Winning Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e recognized the Bluesound Pulse Mini 2i with an Editors’ Choice Award in its Best Integrated Systems Under $3,000 category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAccording to the magazine, \"The sound has a warmth and richness in the bass and midbass that are often missing in the category. The Pulse 2i projects a sound far larger than its size would indicate and can fill a mid-sized room. The mids and treble are warm and engaging, again defying expectations. Pulse 2i Mini simply a smaller version.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"One of the Best Single-Cabinet Stereo Speakers\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Though nearly identical physically to its predecessor, the Pulse Mini, the Bluesound Pulse Mini 2i sounds significantly better. In fact, this is one of the best single-cabinet stereo speakers I’ve heard, raves Jon J. Jacobi, \u003cem\u003etechhive.com\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"A powerful performer packed with the latest tech,\" is how Clif Joseph describes the Pulse Mini 2i at 7review.com. \"The first thing that really stands out with the Pulse Mini 2i is the imposing 100W output, as the cymbal-crash that launches Rapture rings out like shattering glass even with the volume at just 25 percent. I can hear every light touch of the infectious tick-tick rhythm on the cymbals and as the bass guitar starts to swing along with effortless ease, it’s clear that this is a good option if you want a powerful speaker that can get the party started.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRule Your Sonic Domain\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn addition to offering best-in-class dual band WiFi, the Pulse Mini 2i now has Apple AirPlay 2 built-in for easy integration into the Apple ecosystem, making it more flexible than ever. Bluetooth performance is seriously stepped up with native support for aptX HD and the ability to transmit studio quality music to Bluetooth headphones and speakers. High-end DAC technology built into every Bluesound player can decode and stream MQA files in all their lossless glory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eControl with Your Smartphone or Tablet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePlay, pause, and select your streaming tracks from the touch-sensitive controls on the top panel. For added functionality, the Pulse Mini 2i, like all Bluesound players, is controlled from your smartphone or tablet using the free BluOS app. The app brings all you music sources together for complete control whether they are in the cloud, on your computer or phone, or from almost any other source via the various digital and analog inputs. Whatever the musical source, Bluesound will play it in the highest resolution, all the way up to studio master-quality resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDigital Music, Internet Radio, Podcasts, and More\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFrom popular music streaming services to radio stations and podcasts, the Pulse Mini 2i connects you to everything you love to listen to. Plus, with two-way aptXT™ Adaptive Bluetooth and Apple AirPlay 2 built in, you can enjoy music from even more apps and services, including Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Qobuz. Connect the Pulse Mini 2i to digital music libraries stored on your computer or local network, and effortlessly browse and stream from your collection using the BluOS app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"More Than Capable\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Pulse Mini 2i is the mid-tier model from Bluesound and not out of place in a home office, kitchen, dining room, or bedroom,\" reports Ian White, ecoustics.com, April 10, 2022.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"I kept the Pulse Mini 2i in the kitchen for the majority of the review and found that it was more than capable of filling the 16 x 20 room with sound placed on one of the countertops and 4 inches from the wall.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRoon Ready\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eRoon brings all your music together, so you don’t have to worry about where it’s stored, what format it’s in, or where you stream it from. Roon supports music files stored on internal and external hard drives and NAS, your iTunes library, live radio stations, and streamed content from TIDAL and Qobuz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConvenient Voice Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith support for the most popular voice assistants, including Apple’s Siri and Amazon Alexa, control is more convenient that ever. Every supported voice assistant gives you easy, hands-free control over the music in your home so you can pause the music when the phone rings or ask what song is playing, all with your voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluVoice, which is the BluOS voice engine, controls all Bluesound Players – no matter which generation you have at home – bringing the latest tech to the speakers and systems that you love and continue to get better with every update. Set up a default room and use quick and easy voice commands to control your music using the long list of BluVoice custom commands. For example, you can use voice commands to play saved playlists, select your favorite radio station, adjust volume levels, or even group players together and play your music in perfect sync throughout the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Resembles a Much Bigger Speaker\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Pulse Mini 2i resembles a much bigger speaker in terms of muscle and bass response,\" observes What Hi-Fi? magazine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"However, it is the insight that pleases us most. Where before its presentation had appeared more condensed, and treble marginally rolled off, the Pulse Mini 2i has a more spacious soundstage and a greater level of analysis to make full use of the hi-res files it is able to decode.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEasy Setup, Impressive Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eUnlike many other wireless audio products, the Bluesound system is incredibly easy to set up and use. And the performance is unsurpassed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The entire system is designed for easy setup with no computer required. Users operate it with a smartphone or tablet BlueOS app,\" notes Grant Clauser in an \u003cem\u003eElectronicHouse.com\u003c\/em\u003e review of the original Bluesound system for October 18, 2013 \"Music from the Vault includes cover art to make it easy to find the album you're looking for… I was able to listen to all the Bluesound components in a hotel suite in New York this week. The performance was pretty impressive on all of them.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"For those people looking for a nice, simple, convenient and good-sounding one box\/one app solution for ripping CDs, playing your ripped and downloaded files, streaming music from Internet radio, Rdio, Slacker Radio, and Qobuz, and purchasing music from HighResAudio, the Bluesound Vault has got your number and its one of one in today's marketplace,\" reports Michael Lavorgna in his \u003cem\u003eAudiostream.com\u003c\/em\u003e, January 21, 2013 review of the original Bluesound system. \"Just add an iOS or Android device as a remote and you'll be rollin' in tunes in no time.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"I'm Very Happy with It\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"I'm very happy with it; it gives a surprising amount of punch and volume for a small (ish) unit, and it handles a broad range of rock music deftly. I have a Node 2 as well, so the convenient and flexible BluOS system is a big plus point,\" reports Pulse Mini 2i9 owner MikeysThoughts, avforums.com, October 6, 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBluesound Music Players\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluesound players are designed and engineered by audiophiles. They have been tested and perfected at one of North America's most advanced sound labs by some of the same engineers and musicians who started the original hi-fi revolution in the 1970s, including PSB's Paul Barton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAdd other Bluesound components for more functionality. \"The entire system is designed for easy setup with no computer required,\" reports Grant Clauser at \u003cem\u003eElectronicHouse.com\u003c\/em\u003e. \"Playlists can be created on the fly. Each component can be controlled individually, or grouped, so users can play different songs in each room or the same music all over the house.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Small, But Punches Above Its Weight\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"It’s small but punches above its weight, delivering 100 watts of lovely NAD bi-amped audio via 4 PSB drivers, two 4″ mid-bass woofers, and two 0.75″ dome tweeters,\" observes Jamie Madden, blog.roonlabs.com, August 31, 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The sound quality belies its miniature footprint. If you’re like me, you’ll catch yourself looking at this speaker in disbelief while putting together ingredients in the kitchen.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNew! Support for Qobuz Connec\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBig news for music lovers! Starting September 2025, BluOS supports Qobuz Connect, making it easier than ever to enjoy your favorite tracks in stunning hi-resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith this update, you’ll be able to stream directly from the Qobuz app to any BluOS-enabled device from Bluesound, NAD Electronics, PSB Speakers, Cyrus Audio, DALI Speakers, and Monitor Audio — all at up to 24-bit\/192 kHz quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBrowse, search, and play right inside the Qobuz app, while BluOS handles what it does best: seamless, reliable multi-room playback. 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Featuring Dirac Live Room Correction and Dirac Live Bass Control, its elegant design and vibrant 7″ touchscreen exudes quality and class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePair the M66 with NAD’s M23 power amplifier for a stunning system that excels technologically, sonically, and visually. Of course, the Masters M66 BluOS Streaming DAC-Preamplifier can be paired with any high-performance amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTwo \"Recommended Component\" Honors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e honored the NAD M66 \u003cem\u003etwice\u003c\/em\u003e by awarding it the magazine's coveted Recommend Component status for 2025. What's extraordinary about the NAD M66 is that it won in both the \"Digital Processors\" and \"Preamps\" categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"When he used the NAD as a D\/A processor, KR [Kalman Rubinson] noted that the sound was clean, with notable delineation of instruments and a nice sense of space appropriate to each recording. 'This tells me that the DAC in the M66 is superb and the analog path through the M66 is transparent,' he commented.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"'As an analog preamp, as a digital preamp, as a DAC, as a room-correction tool, as a Roon endpoint or BluOS-based streamer, its functional and sonic performance is outstanding,' he concluded. 'The NAD M66 is a tour de force!'\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"JA [Jon Atkinson] was equally impressed when he tested the M66: 'The appropriate word to describe the measured performance of the NAD M66's line, phono, and digital inputs is 'superb.'\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"At This Price It’s Something of a Bargain\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The NAD Masters M66 BluOS Streaming DAC-Preamplifier is not the first component I’ve heard that attempts to deliver reference digital and analog performance in a single package, but it might be the first component I’ve heard that truly succeeds in this endeavor,\" reports Isaac Adams, \u003cem\u003eSecrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity\u003c\/em\u003e, June 23, 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"This is not a cheap streaming preamp, but I feel at this price it’s something of a bargain. If you want great stereo reproduction with industrial-strength low-frequency reinforcement, the NAD M66 should be on your short list to audition.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Best Streaming Preamplifier\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Expert Sound and Imaging Association (EISA) gave the M66 its Best Streaming Preamplifier Award for 2024-2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAccording to EISA, \"With the M66, NAD has given audiophiles a preamplifier that’s a fit for both streaming and vinyl playback – and a fine match for the mighty M23 power amps of its flagship Masters series. A host of connections, including HDMI ARC and dedicated MM and MC phono inputs, gives the M66 the flexibility to stand out in a crowded market…\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAward-Winning Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M66 won a \u003cem\u003eStereoNET\u003c\/em\u003e Product of The Year Award 2024 in the Preamplifier category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"There are two schools of preamplifier design – less is more, and more is more. The M66 falls into the latter, being filled to the brim with sophisticated functionality, connectivity, and features. Yet this doesn’t come at the expense of sound quality – which is something that NAD is of course famous for. It crowbars an audiophile preamp, a BluOS streaming DAC and a powerful room correction system into its admittedly large and heavy aluminium chassis. One of its flagship Masters Series products, it sounds excellent across all of its myriad sources.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"I cannot think of another product at a comparable price that comes close to the M66 in performance and flexibility, let alone one that surpasses it and is more deserving of my recommendation,\" observes Roger Kano, \u003cem\u003esoundstagehifi.com\u003c\/em\u003e, September 1, 2024, honoring the M66 with a Reviewers Choice Award. \"It offers a scope of features rarely seen in this type of component at any price.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNAD's Most technically Advanced Preamp\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eNot only is the Masters M66 BluOS streaming DAC-preamplifier the most advanced preamplifier NAD has ever offered, it represents an entirely new class of hi-fi separate components. In addition to a plethora of inputs, including MM\/MC phono and HDMI eARC, the M66 incorporates an audiophile-grade DAC and a high-resolution multi-room music streamer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith its elegant aluminum casework, super-smooth digital volume control, and vibrant 7″ touchscreen, the M66 exudes class and quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAlong with the full-bandwidth version of Dirac Live Room Correction, the M66 features Dirac Live Bass Control, allowing independent control of each connected subwoofer for smooth, consistent response throughout your listening room. The combination of Dirac Live Room Correction and Dirac Live Bass Control enables the M66 to deliver more accurate in-room performance than any two-channel component ever offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Genuine DSP Intelligence\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The M66 offers genuine DSP intelligence: Dirac Live room correction to tame bass resonances and correct speaker timing issues, sophisticated bass management for multiple subwoofers, and the security blanket of being able to fix some room problems electronically,\" observes John Darko, \u003cem\u003edarko.audio\u003c\/em\u003e, October 31, 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"If your listening room suffers low-frequency standing waves (and most do), if you need to integrate multiple subs or if you’re unwilling (or unable) to treat your space acoustically, stop reading and buy the NAD. It remains the smarter purchase for most real-world situations.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMusic Everywhere\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFeaturing a high-resolution network streamer based on the acclaimed BluOS multi-room music-management system, the M66 provides access to more than 20 streaming services, including several that offer lossless and high-resolution audio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eUsing the intuitive BluOS app on a smart device or personal computer, you can play music from your favorite streaming service, your personal music libraries, and thousands of Internet radio stations, in resolution up to 24-bit\/192kHz. Like all BluOS-enabled components, the M66 has full MQA decoding and rendering capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith BluOS, you can listen to music in just one room – or you can share music over your home network with up to 63 additional BluOS-enabled components from NAD and other hardware partners. The M66 integrates easily with home-control systems from Control4, Crestron, ELAN, RTI, URC, and others. Listeners can also control playback by voice using Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple Siri.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDirac Live Onboard for Perfect Response\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M66 integrates Dirac Live Room Correction and Dirac Live Bass Control. Connect the supplied calibrated microphone to the M66’s USB port and then launch the Dirac Live app on a smart device or personal computer. The app will walk you through the calibration process and then generate correction filters that compensate for acoustic problems like standing waves and unwanted reflections. You’ll enjoy more textured bass, improved tonal accuracy, vastly improved clarity, and more focused imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn a first for a stereo component, the M66 features four balanced and four single-ended subwoofer outputs and integrates Dirac Live Bass Control, which allows independent calibration of multiple subwoofers. Dirac Live Bass Control optimizes subwoofer output in both the frequency and time domains, achieving a seamless blend between the subwoofer(s) and main speakers, delivering smooth, consistent bass response through the entire listening area, not just in the sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDesigned for Peak Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAt the heart of the M66’s digital section are ESS Technology’s flagship Sabre DAC and ADC chips. These audiophile-grade designs are known for their exceptionally wide dynamic range, ultra-low noise and distortion, and outstanding time-domain performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M66 is the first component to feature NAD’s innovative Dynamic Digital Headroom (DDH) circuitry. When activated in the BluOS app, DDH eliminates digital inter-sample peak clipping distortion, which can occur during digital-to-analogue conversion with sudden high-frequency transients. The benefits are especially noticeable with percussion instruments. Rim shots are more impactful but less strident. Cymbals are more realistic and less splashy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFor volume adjustment, the M66 employs an ultra-precise resistor-ladder control circuit. Compared to traditional analogue circuits, the M66’s digital volume control markedly reduces thermal and related distortions, maximizes dynamic range, and more accurately matches left-channel and right-channel output across the entire volume range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAnalog AND Digital Excellence\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBy default, analog signals are converted to digital so that functions like Dirac Live Room Correction and Bass Control are available with all sources. However, the M66 has a selectable Analog Direct mode that bypasses all digital processing, and separate signal paths for analog and digital sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eInternally, analog and digital sections are physically separated and shielded from each other with their own separate power supplies sections, so that analog signals are unaffected by digital interference when Analog Direct mode is engaged. Listeners can even use the BluOS app to disable the M66’s Wi-Fi and Bluetooth circuits to prevent RF interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrom Turntables to TVs, Connect Everything\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith its full suite of analog and digital inputs, the M66 can accommodate all your source components. Vinyl fans will appreciate the M66’s ultra-quiet MM\/MC phono stage, which features precise RIAA equalization, high overload margins, and an innovative circuit that suppresses the infrasonic noise that is always present with vinyl playback without affecting bass response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFor TV and movie viewing, there’s an HDMI eARC port for connection to an HDTV. Other options include two coaxial and two optical S\/PDIF inputs, an AES\/EBU balanced digital input, two pairs of RCA line-level analogue inputs, and one pair of XLR balanced inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFour Subwoofer Outputs, a Dedicated Headphone Amp – And Bluetooth\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn addition to unbalanced RCA and balanced XLR outputs for connection to a power amplifier, the M66 also has four unbalanced RCA and four balanced XLR subwoofer outputs. The M66’s dedicated headphone amplifier has very low output impedance and very high maximum output voltage, enabling it to drive demanding high-impedance studio monitor headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M66 also has Bluetooth connectivity, with support for the AAC, LDAC, and aptX HD codecs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFuture Forward MDC Architecture\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Masters M66 represents the pinnacle of what is technically achievable in a two-channel preamplifier today, and it will maintain its technological leadership for decades to come. On the rear panel are two expansion slots that support MDC2, the latest generation of NAD’s Modular Design Construction future-proofing technology. As technology evolves, this will enable M66 owners to add new capabilities simply by inserting an MDC2 module into one of the slots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEverything about the NAD Masters M66 BluOS streaming DAC-preamp is intended to inspire pride of ownership, including the gorgeous 7″ touchscreen, the elegant aluminum casework, and the silky-smooth digital volume control. With its leading-edge technology, unmatched versatility, and superb build quality, the Masters M66 is truly a masterpiece of sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Gets High Marks in My Book\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The NAD M66 offers capabilities that, to my knowledge, no other audio component under $10,000 provides,\" observes Mike Prager, \u003cem\u003efutureaudiophile.com\u003c\/em\u003e, July 9, 2025. \"I am happy that audio DSP continues to improve, and here it’s complemented by NAD’s careful design of the preamp as a whole. For tonality and lack of listening fatigue, the M66 gets high marks in my book, with or without Dirac engaged.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNew! Support for Qobuz Connec\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBig news for music lovers! Starting September 2025, BluOS supports Qobuz Connect, making it easier than ever to enjoy your favorite tracks in stunning hi-resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith this update, you’ll be able to stream directly from the Qobuz app to any BluOS-enabled device from Bluesound, NAD Electronics, PSB Speakers, Cyrus Audio, DALI Speakers, and Monitor Audio — all at up to 24-bit\/192 kHz quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBrowse, search, and play right inside the Qobuz app, while BluOS handles what it does best: seamless, reliable multi-room playback. 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It's the ultimate audiophile-grade soundbar for all your home entertainment needs. Designed to seamlessly fit with your existing TV set-up and enhance the sound experience, the PULSE SOUNDBAR+ offers precise soundscapes that place you in the recording studio or in the middle of the action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Bluesound PULSE SOUNDBAR+ is the latest version of Bluesound’s class-leading hi-res soundbar. 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Fine tune the PULSE SOUNDBAR+ for your setup with adjustable EQ settings in the BluOS app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eCreate a wireless home theater with immersive surround sound by connecting the PULSE SUB+ and a pair of rear channel Bluesound PULSE FLEXs to the PULSE SOUNDBAR+. Connect the PULSE SOUNDBAR+ with HDMI ARC\/eARC for a simple one-cable connection that lets you control the sound easier than ever. And speaking of simplicity, you can quickly program the PULSE SOUNDBAR+ to work with any IR remote to control your TV and audio with one device. You can use Amazon Alexa and Apple Siri to control and play music hands-free with simple voice commands. Or use the RC1 Remote Control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeel Every Moment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe PULSE SOUNDBAR+ is designed like no other soundbar. Eight Class D powered speakers create 120 watts of powerful, moving sound with deep bass and rich detail. 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The original M33 launched in 2020 and quickly earned a Stereophile Recommended Component listing along with awards from What Hi-Fi?, Sound \u0026amp; Vision, AVForums, and Future Audiophile. The V2 launched at High End Munich in May 2025, building on that legacy with second-generation Purifi Eigentakt amplification, an upgraded ESS Sabre ES9039PRO DAC, a next-generation ESS ADC, and timing-focused technologies from MQA Labs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M33 V2 sits at the top of NAD's integrated amplifier lineup. To complete a system, add speakers. That's it. The M33 V2 already includes everything else — and where it stops short, two MDC2 expansion slots let you add capability later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMasters-Tier Everything in One Box — Why the M33 V2 Exists\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M33 V2 takes NAD's design philosophy to its furthest reach: combine reference-grade engineering across every stage of the audio path — amplifier, DAC, ADC, phono, streamer, room correction — and deliver them in one box. NAD's brief is rooted in modern neuroscience: humans can perceive timing differences between sounds down to seven microseconds. The V2's psychoacoustically tuned signal path, MQA Labs FOQUS technology, and upgraded ESS conversion target that timing precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does it matter? How does it improve your listening?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe headline number is 200 watts per channel continuous into both 8 ohms and 4 ohms — conservatively rated, with dynamic peaks to 300 W into 8 Ω and 550 W into 4 Ω. That's flagship-tier headroom for any speaker in NAD's recommended pairings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ESS Sabre ES9039PRO is ESS Technology's current top-tier DAC chip — a meaningful step up from the ES9028 used in NAD's earlier Masters Series amps and the Classic Series C 389 \/ C 399. It supports hi-res playback well beyond what current streaming services deliver, with very low measured noise and very high linearity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirac Live Limited Bandwidth comes pre-loaded with the included calibration microphone. Dirac Live corrects timing and frequency response problems caused by your room's acoustics — standing waves, reflections, bass null points. The M33 V2 also supports the optional Dirac Live Bass Control license, which adds dual-subwoofer integration with independent calibration of each sub for the smoothest possible low end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor listeners building a serious system: the M33 V2 can be bridged with a second NAD M23 V2 power amplifier for 700 W per channel mono — a configuration that handles the most demanding speakers and largest rooms without breaking a sweat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's different about how it's built?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amplifier section uses second-generation Purifi Eigentakt modules — the latest Class D modules from Bruno Putzeys' team at Purifi Audio, manufactured by NAD under license. Eigentakt's distinguishing trait is load-invariance: frequency response stays flat regardless of speaker load. The second-generation modules further reduce distortion and improve linearity compared with the original M33.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DAC is the ESS Sabre ES9039PRO — a 32-bit, 8-channel DAC chip running in stereo mode. ESS designed it specifically for high-end audio applications, with proprietary technologies for noise shaping and clock jitter rejection. The M33 V2 pairs it with a next-generation ESS ADC for analog source conversion — a step many flagship amplifiers skip but that matters when running a turntable into a digital signal path with room correction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNAD applies two MQA Labs technologies to the timing-critical parts of the signal chain: FOQUS (deblurs analog filters in the converters) and QRONO (improves timing precision in PCM conversion). These work with the upgraded ESS DAC and ADC to reduce time smear — the small timing errors that blur transient detail and spatial cues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MM\/MC phono stage is rated to compete with stand-alone units: SNR over 92 dB on MM and over 76 dB on MC, with THD+N below 0.003% on MM. An infrasonic filter suppresses subsonic noise from records without compromising bass response. RIAA equalization accuracy is ±0.2 dB across the audio band.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo MDC2 expansion slots on the back let the M33 V2 evolve with new technologies — MDC2's two-way architecture means future modules can integrate cleanly with the rest of the signal path. The aluminum chassis with magnetic iso-point feet completes the build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is this best for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You want a single-box, no-compromises system that handles streaming, room correction, phono, headphones, and 200-watt amplification — without buying separates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You stream music as your main source — Tidal, Qobuz, Amazon Music HD, Spotify, Apple AirPlay, internet radio — and want hi-res audio with Roon endpoint support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You want Dirac Live applied to every source — streams, optical, coaxial, HDMI, analog — with the option to add full-frequency Dirac Live Bass Control for dual-subwoofer integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You play vinyl seriously and want a built-in MM\/MC phono stage that performs at the level of a stand-alone unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You watch a lot of TV through your stereo and want HDMI eARC so the TV remote controls volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You may want to scale up later — bridging the M33 V2 with a second M23 V2 in bridged mode creates a 700 W per channel system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You're integrating into a custom smart home — Control4, Crestron, Lutron, KNX, RTI, URC, iPort, Josh.ai, and Nice integration are all certified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it connect to your system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnalog inputs: MM\/MC phono (RCA), one balanced XLR line input, one AES\/EBU XLR digital input, plus line-level RCA inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDigital inputs: two optical (Toslink), two coaxial S\/PDIF, HDMI eARC for the TV, USB Type A for thumb drives or external storage, AES\/EBU XLR for high-end transports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStreaming and wireless: Gigabit Ethernet, dual-band Wi-Fi 5, two-way aptX HD Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Roon Ready, BluOS multi-room (up to 64 zones).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreamp outputs: balanced XLR stereo pair and stereo RCA — let you bypass the internal power amp and run the M33 V2 as a streaming preamp into a separate power amplifier. Two subwoofer outputs (RCA) with selectable crossover frequency support 2.1 or 2.2 configurations; with Dirac Live Bass Control, the subs are independently calibrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor speakers: one pair of binding posts that accept bare wire, banana plugs, or spades. A dedicated high-current headphone amplifier with 2.2 Ω output impedance drives demanding planar-magnetic and low-impedance studio headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControl: IR input, 12V trigger input plus two 12V trigger outputs for system sequencing. Apps for iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS. Voice control via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Siri (through AirPlay 2).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed help building a system around the M33 V2? Call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProfessional Reviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEd Selly, \u003cem\u003eAVForums\u003c\/em\u003e, February 24, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAVForums published the first major V2-specific review of the M33 V2. Ed Selly framed the V2 as a considered revision rather than a wholesale change — and on balance, that was the right call, given how strong the original was. The Class D weight reduction got attention, as did the seamless transition from music listening to TV audio via HDMI eARC. The publication's overall verdict: a true bargain at its price, capable of outperforming amps at much higher prices, with streamer, DAC, preamp, and Dirac included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSound-Advice.online, February 12, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSound-Advice.online's V2 review framed the M33 V2 as a tremendously clever device — but praised it most for never letting you sit admiring the cleverness, only the music. The publication highlighted the Eigentakt modules as the best Class D NAD currently offers, calling out the combination of self-oscillating Class D technology with novel feedback algorithms that eliminate harmonic and intermodulation distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDutchiee.tv, January 30, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDutchiee.tv reviewed the M33 V2 as a masterful \"do-it-all\" streaming amplifier — succeeding the original 2020 model with advanced circuitry and refined audio features. The reviewer credited the ESS Sabre-based DAC and advanced ADC combination for pure, distortion-free playback, and singled out the new FOQUS and QRONO technologies from MQA Labs as updates that reflect how humans actually perceive sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 3P (Earned Recognition) OMITTED: original-M33 Stereophile Recommended Component 2024 listing removed; no V2-specific named award has been issued yet. --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 3I (Video) OMITTED: no high-quality NAD-channel or verified reviewer YouTube video specifically for the M33 V2 surfaced during research. Re-check NAD's official YouTube channel before publishing. --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding your system around the M33 V2? Here are some great companions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloorstanding speakers\u003c\/strong\u003e — The M33 V2 has the power and refinement for high-end floorstanders in medium-to-large rooms. Browse our \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/speakers\/floorstanding-speakers\/\"\u003efloorstanding speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDemanding bookshelf speakers\u003c\/strong\u003e — Strong dynamic headroom and stability into low-impedance loads make the M33 V2 a good fit for current-hungry monitors. See our \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/speakers\/bookshelf-speakers\/\"\u003ebookshelf speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA NAD M23 V2 Power Amplifier for bridged-mono operation\u003c\/strong\u003e — Bridge the M33 V2 with an M23 V2 for 700 W per channel — flagship Masters Series performance at the highest power level NAD offers in stereo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA turntable\u003c\/strong\u003e — The M33 V2's MM\/MC phono stage matches the level of stand-alone phono units. Browse our \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/turntables\/\"\u003eturntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo subwoofers\u003c\/strong\u003e — Dual sub outs with selectable crossover let you run two subs; with Dirac Live Bass Control, each is independently calibrated for the smoothest possible low end. Browse our \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/speakers\/subwoofers\/\"\u003esubwoofers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e — The high-current headphone amp drives planar-magnetic and low-impedance studio designs with authority. See \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/headphone-gear\"\u003eheadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium speaker cables and interconnects\u003c\/strong\u003e — At this performance level, cable runs deserve attention. See \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/cables\/speaker-cables\/\"\u003espeaker cables\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/cables\/interconnect-cables\/interconnects-with-rcas\/\"\u003eRCA interconnects\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/cables\/interconnect-cables\/interconnects-with-xlrs\/\"\u003eXLR interconnects\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA power conditioner\u003c\/strong\u003e — Clean AC at the wall preserves the M33 V2's low-noise performance. Browse our \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/electronics\/power-products\/power-conditioners\/\"\u003epower conditioners\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSecond-Generation Purifi Eigentakt Amplification — 200 W Per Channel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNAD's implementation of the latest Eigentakt Class D modules from Purifi Audio. Continuous output is 200 W per channel into both 8 ohms and 4 ohms, with dynamic peaks to 300 W into 8 Ω and 550 W into 4 Ω. Eigentakt's load-invariant frequency response keeps the amplifier composed across any speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eESS Sabre ES9039PRO DAC + Next-Generation ESS ADC\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M33 V2 uses ESS Technology's current flagship DAC chip — the ES9039PRO — paired with a next-generation ESS ADC for analog source conversion. The result is clean, low-noise conversion across all inputs, with timing precision NAD engineers specifically for psychoacoustic accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMQA Labs FOQUS and QRONO Timing Technologies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo signal-processing technologies licensed from MQA Labs work alongside the ESS DAC and ADC to reduce time smear — the small timing errors that blur transient detail and spatial cues. NAD frames this as bringing the listener closer to the original recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDirac Live Limited Bandwidth Pre-Loaded — Bass Control Optional\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirac Live Limited Bandwidth license (room correction up to 500 Hz) comes pre-loaded with the included calibration microphone. The M33 V2 also supports the optional Dirac Live Bass Control license — independently calibrates two subwoofers for the smoothest possible low end. Five customizable Dirac memory profiles let you save configurations for different rooms or seating positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBluOS Streaming Built In — Hi-Res Multi-Room\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBluOS hi-res streaming runs natively on the M33 V2: Tidal, Qobuz, Amazon Music HD, Spotify, Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect (added September 2025), internet radio, and 20+ other services. Up to 64 BluOS zones for whole-home multi-room. MQA decoding and rendering for hi-res streaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e7-Inch Color Touchscreen Display\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bright color LCD touchscreen handles source selection, volume, settings, and BluOS browsing right from the front panel — no smartphone required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHDMI eARC for TV Audio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHDMI eARC connects the M33 V2 directly to your TV with a single cable. Once configured, the TV remote controls volume on the M33 V2 — so casual TV listening doesn't need a separate remote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReference-Tier MM\/MC Phono Stage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt-in MM\/MC phono input with accurate RIAA equalization (±0.2 dB), high overload margin, and an infrasonic filter that suppresses subsonic noise without compromising bass response. SNR \u0026gt;92 dB MM, \u0026gt;76 dB MC. Performance NAD specifies at the level of stand-alone phono units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh-Current Headphone Amplifier\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA discrete, high-current headphone amplifier with 2.2 Ω output impedance and over 100 mW into 32 Ω drives demanding planar-magnetic and low-impedance studio designs with authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDual MDC2 Expansion Slots\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo MDC2 expansion slots on the back let the M33 V2 evolve as new technologies arrive. MDC2's two-way architecture means future modules integrate cleanly with the rest of the signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBridgeable with M23 V2 for 700 W Per Channel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair the M33 V2 with a NAD M23 V2 stereo power amplifier in bridged-mono mode to create a 700 W per channel system — flagship Masters Series output for the most demanding speakers and largest rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmart Home Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVoice control via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Siri (through AirPlay 2). Certified for Control4, Crestron, iPort, Josh.ai, KNX, Lutron, Nice, RTI, and URC integration. IR input, 12V trigger input, and two 12V trigger outputs for system sequencing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMasters Series Build Quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautifully machined aluminum chassis with magnetic iso-point feet. Free apps for iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS with regular firmware updates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick-Reference Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 0.92em; margin-top: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: bold; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eAmplifier Performance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; width: 45%;\"\u003eAmplifier Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHybridDigital Purifi Eigentakt (Class D, second-generation modules)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eContinuous Power Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e200 W into 8 Ω and 4 Ω (both channels driven)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDynamic Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e300 W into 8 Ω; 550 W into 4 Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBridge Mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBridgeable with NAD M23 V2 for 700 W per channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: bold; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eDAC, ADC \u0026amp; Digital\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDAC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eESS Sabre ES9039PRO (32-bit)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eADC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNext-generation ESS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSignal Processing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMQA Labs FOQUS and QRONO timing technologies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: bold; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eMM\/MC Phono Stage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSNR (A-weighted, ref. 2 V preout)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u0026gt;92 dB MM; \u0026gt;76 dB MC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTHD+N (ref. 2 V preout, 1 kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u0026lt;0.003% MM; \u0026lt;0.02% MC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRIAA Accuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e±0.2 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: bold; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eHeadphone Amplifier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOutput Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u0026gt;100 mW into 32 Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOutput Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2.2 Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: bold; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eStreaming \u0026amp; Connectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eThird-Party Integrations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBluOS, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Roon Ready, Alexa, Siri, Google Assistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNetwork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGigabit Ethernet, dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (a\/c\/n)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBluetooth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTwo-way aptX HD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMulti-Room\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 64 BluOS zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRoom Correction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDirac Live Limited Bandwidth (up to 500 Hz) included; calibration microphone in box; Dirac Live Bass Control license available separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: bold; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eInputs \/ Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAnalog Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLine-level RCA, balanced XLR line, MM\/MC phono (RCA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDigital Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHDMI eARC, AES\/EBU XLR, 2 × optical (Toslink), 2 × coaxial S\/PDIF, USB Type A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePreamp Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBalanced XLR stereo pair, stereo RCA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSubwoofer Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2 × RCA with selectable crossover frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSpeaker Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 × stereo pair binding posts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eExpansion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2 × MDC2 slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eControl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIR input, 12V trigger in, 2 × 12V trigger out; drivers for Control4, Crestron, Lutron, KNX, RTI, URC, iPort, Josh.ai, Nice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: bold; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003ePhysical \u0026amp; Display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; width: 45%;\"\u003eDisplay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e7-inch color LCD touchscreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eChassis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMachined aluminum with magnetic iso-point feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2 years, parts and labor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat else do I need to use the M33 V2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust speakers, speaker cables, and Wi-Fi or Ethernet. The M33 V2 includes the streamer, DAC, ADC, MM\/MC phono, headphone amp, Dirac Live room correction, and 200-watt power amp. Plug in your speakers, network, and any sources, and you're playing music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the M33 V2 a good match for my speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M33 V2 delivers 200 W per channel continuous (300 W dynamic into 8 Ω, 550 W into 4 Ω) using load-invariant Eigentakt amplification. That suits a very wide range of demanding speakers in medium-to-large rooms. The right pairing depends on your specific speakers and listening tastes. Call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll help you dial it in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the differences between Class A, Class A\/B, and Class D amplifiers? Which one is this?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M33 V2 uses HybridDigital Purifi Eigentakt — a second-generation Class D design. Class A runs the output transistors fully on (clean, but hot and inefficient). Class A\/B blends both modes — the traditional analog approach, common in many expensive amps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass D switches the output transistors rapidly. The benefit is very high efficiency and very low heat. Eigentakt is a modern Class D module from Bruno Putzeys' team at Purifi Audio, known for measurable performance at or beyond the best Class A\/B designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's different about the V2 versus the original M33?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe V2 brings second-generation Purifi Eigentakt modules (further reduced distortion compared with the original M33), an upgraded ESS Sabre ES9039PRO DAC (replacing the ES9028), a next-generation ESS ADC for analog source conversion, MQA Labs FOQUS and QRONO timing technologies, refined bass management, and Dirac Live Bass Control support (optional license). The dual subwoofer outputs now have higher output than the original M33.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Dirac Live work on the M33 V2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the included calibration microphone and the Dirac Live app to measure your room's acoustics. The app uploads correction filters to the M33 V2. The included Dirac Live Limited Bandwidth license corrects timing and frequency response up to 500 Hz — the range where the room's effect is largest. Five customizable Dirac memory profiles let you save configurations for different rooms or seating positions. An optional upgrade to Dirac Live Full Frequency is available from Dirac. The optional Dirac Live Bass Control license independently calibrates dual subwoofers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this have a built-in phono stage? What cartridges does it support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the M33 V2 has both moving-magnet (MM) and moving-coil (MC) phono inputs. SNR is over 92 dB MM and over 76 dB MC. Accurate RIAA equalization (±0.2 dB) and a built-in infrasonic filter suppress subsonic noise on records without compromising bass response. NAD specifies the phono stage at the performance level of stand-alone units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I connect my TV?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the HDMI eARC input. Run a single HDMI cable from your TV's HDMI ARC\/eARC port to the M33 V2. Once paired with the TV's settings, the TV remote will control volume on the M33 V2 — no separate remote juggling for TV listening. Dirac Live applies to HDMI eARC audio too, since the M33 V2's MDC2-class signal path runs corrections on every input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I bridge this for more power?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Pair the M33 V2 with a NAD M23 V2 stereo power amplifier (or two M23 V2s) in bridged-mono mode. The configuration delivers 700 W per channel into 8 Ω — flagship Masters Series output for the most demanding speakers and largest rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat music services and streaming protocols does it support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBluOS has integrated support for more than 20 services, including hi-res lossless from Amazon Music HD, Deezer, Idagio, Qobuz, and Tidal. The M33 V2 also supports Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect (added September 2025), Roon Ready, MQA decoding and rendering, and aptX HD Bluetooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this compare to the M23 V2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M23 V2 is a pure stereo power amplifier — it needs a preamp to feed it a signal. The M33 V2 is an all-in-one streaming integrated that includes everything (preamp, DAC, streamer, phono, headphone amp, room correction) plus a 200-watt power amp section. Pick the M33 V2 if you want one box that does everything; pick the M23 V2 if you already have a preamp (like the NAD M66) and want NAD's flagship stereo amp on its own. The two can also work together — M33 V2 + M23 V2 in bridged mode = 700 W per channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNAD M33 V2 Master Series BluOS Streaming DAC Amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo detachable mains power cords\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHTRM 2 remote control with batteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasurement microphone (with USB MIC Sound adapter and phone jack adapter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick Setup Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwner's manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-titlebox-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f3b5.svg\" alt=\"music note emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f504.svg\" alt=\"repeat emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4de.svg\" alt=\"phone emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReal Experts, Real Help\u003c\/strong\u003e — Our team is here at \u003ca href=\"tel:8009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f69a.svg\" alt=\"truck emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4b3.svg\" alt=\"credit card emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Payment Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to learn more about Purifi Eigentakt amplification, BluOS streaming, Dirac Live room correction, or NAD's Masters Series? 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It also boasts an element of future-proofing thanks to the use of NAD’s Modular Design Construction platform, MDC2,\" notes \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e magazine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith its full suite of digital and analog inputs, including an ultra-low-noise phono stage and HDMI eARC interface, the C 389 can accommodate all your source components. And it incorporates the latest generation of NAD's Modular Designs Construction future-proofing technology, making it easy to add exciting capabilities such as BluOS high-res music streaming and Dirac Live room correction with the optional MDC2 BluOS-D module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThat means you can order the C 389 with or without the BluOS Hi-Res multi-room music streaming and Dirac Live room correction module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTrickle-Down Tech from Masters Series Amps\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The C 389 has a DAC section built around the same 32-bit\/384kHz ESS Sabre DAC chip used in the brand’s up-market Masters Series amplifiers, the M10 V2 and M33,\" notes Jacob Green, \u003cem\u003eaudioholics.com\u003c\/em\u003e, July 25, 2022. \"The ESS Sabre ES9028 chip was chosen for its 'near-zero levels of clock jitter, exceptionally wide dynamic range, and ultra-low noise and distortion, delivering astonishing clarity and holographic imaging on all sources,' according to NAD.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAward-Winning Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C 389 won an Editors' Choice Award 2026 from \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e magazine. \"This 'Swiss army knife' packs a streamer, DAC, MM phono preamp, control preamp, power amp, headphone amp, and Dirac room correction into a compact package at a very reasonable price. Just add speakers to this 'amplifier,' and you have all you need for a complete stereo system.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eNew Zealand's The Listening Post Christchurch channel on\u003cem\u003eyoutube.com\u003c\/em\u003e observes, \"Employing NAD’s proven HybridDigital UcD amplifier design and the same ESS Sabre DAC used in NAD’s acclaimed M33 BluOS streaming amplifier, the C 389 will deliver thrilling dynamics and exquisite detail from all your sources.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePower and Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFor over 50 years, the NAD brand has been synonymous with performance and value, and the C 389 HybridDigital DAC Amplifier continues that tradition. Its output stage is based on a customized version of NAD's efficient HybridDigital UcD design, with multiple UcD amplifier modules in balanced bridged configuration and an innovative switch-mode power supply that provides ample reserves of current on demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C 389 can deliver a staggering 130W per channel continuously, with virtually unmeasurable distortion and noise through the audio band, and up to 350W per channel of instantaneous power, for effortless reproduction of musical transients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe digital section features the same 32-bit\/384kHz ESS Technology Sabre DAC chip used in NAD's award-winning Masters M33 amplifier. Renowned for its exceptionally wide dynamic range, ultra-low noise and distortion, and near-zero levels of clock jitter, the ESS Sabre 9028 DAC enables the C 389 to deliver astonishing clarity and near-holographic imaging on all sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFuture Friendly\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn 2006, NAD introduced Modular Design Construction technology, which lets users add new features by inserting an expansion module into an MDC-capable component. In 2021, NAD introduced MDC2, a next-generation future-proofing platform that enables two-way communications between the expansion module and host component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C 389 has two MDC2 expansion slots, so that it can stay current with new developments in A\/V technology. NAD's first MDC2 module is the MDC2 BluOS-D (optional), which features BluOS high-res multi-room streaming and Dirac Live room correction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBluOS Technology\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe optional MDC2 BluOS-D module connects to your home network via Wi-Fi or wired Ethernet. Using the BluOS Controller app on a smart device or personal computer, you can play music from your favourite streaming services and personal music library through the C 389. BluOS has integrated support for more than 20 services, including several that offer lossless and high-res audio, such as Amazon Music HD, Deezer, Idagio, Qobuz, and Tidal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eLike all BluOS-enabled components, the MDC2 BluOS-D has MQA decoding and rendering capability for high-res streaming from Tidal. It also supports Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect, as well as Amazon Alexa, and Google Assistant voice control. With the MDC2 BluOS-D installed, the C 389 can be part of a whole-home music system with as many as 64 zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDirac Live Room Correction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBy counteracting common acoustic problems like standing waves and room reflections, Dirac Live room correction transforms your listening experience. Connect the supplied microphone to the USB port on the optional MDC BluOS-D and then run the free Dirac Live app on a smart device or personal computer. Dirac Live will play test tones through your speakers, analyze the results, then transfer compensation filters to the MDC BluOS-D. You'll enjoy deeper, more textured bass, more precise imaging, greater midrange clarity, and more accurate tonal balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThanks to MDC2's two-way architecture, the optional MDC2 BluOS-D delivers these benefits on all sources connected to the C 389.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEverything's Connected – Including Your Turntable\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C 389 can accommodate all your analog and digital source components. Connectivity options include two optical and two coaxial digital inputs and two sets of RCA line-level analog inputs. The analog inputs have ultra-low-noise buffer amplifiers for greater sonic purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFor vinyl enthusiasts, the C 389 features a precise MM phono section with accurate RIAA equalization, high overload margins, and extremely low noise. The phono section incorporates an innovative circuit that suppresses the infrasonic noise that is always present during vinyl playback, without affecting bass performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFor Movies and Television\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFor movies and television, the C 389 has an HDMI eARC input so that you can play TV audio from through your high-fidelity speakers while controlling volume with the TV's remote. Dual subwoofer outputs enable the C 389 to serve as the hub of a 2.1- or 2.2-channel system for music and movies. With the MDC2 BluOS-D installed, you can set crossover frequency with the BluOS app for a seamless blend between the subwoofers and main speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFor Private Listening\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFor private listening, the C 389 has a dedicated headphone amplifier with low output impedance and very high voltage output capability, making it a good match even for demanding studio headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBluetooth aptX\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C 389 also features two-way wireless Bluetooth, with support for Qualcomm's aptX-HD codec, for 24-bit streaming from your smartphone or tablet, and wireless playback through Bluetooth headphones and speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTruly Timeless\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBuilding on five decades of innovation in amplifier design, NAD's C 389 HybridDigital DAC amplifier offers audiophile-class performance, flexible connectivity, class-leading upgradability, and long-term value. Thanks to its precise volume control, ultra-low-noise circuitry, and cutting-edge amplifier design, the C 389 can deliver wonderfully refined sound at lifelike listening levels through virtually any loudspeaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eNAD's next-generation MDC2 future-proofing technology means you can update your C 389 with exciting features like multi-room music streaming and automatic room correction. With the C 389 HybridDigital DAC-Amplifier, the NAD legend continues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNew! Support for Qobuz Connec\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBig news for music lovers! Starting September 2025, BluOS supports Qobuz Connect, making it easier than ever to enjoy your favorite tracks in stunning hi-resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith this update, you’ll be able to stream directly from the Qobuz app to any BluOS-enabled device from Bluesound, NAD Electronics, PSB Speakers, Cyrus Audio, DALI Speakers, and Monitor Audio — all at up to 24-bit\/192 kHz quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBrowse, search, and play right inside the Qobuz app, while BluOS handles what it does best: seamless, reliable multi-room playback. You’ll still manage speaker grouping and volume inside the BluOS app, but control of music selection is now right at your fingertips in Qobuz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBluOS Adds Pandora and Presto Music Services\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eHere's big news if you are using the optional MDC2 BluOS-D module with your C 389. Bluesound is excited to announce the integration of the popular Pandora and Presto Music services into the BluOS platform, augmenting the already impressive array of streaming services available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePandora offers exceptional music discovery features and curated radio stations. Its integration offers BluOS music lovers access to another seamless and intuitive way to enjoy their favorite tracks and discover new music based on listeners' tastes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePresto Music specializes in classical and jazz recordings with high-quality content. In select markets, users can now savor Presto Music's vast collection of classical and jazz recordings. With a library boasting 200,000 albums in CD-quality and 34,000 albums in stunning 24-bit\/192kHz, subscribers will revel in a focused, extensive, and continuously expanding catalog. The service is tailored with a powerful search engine designed explicitly for classical and jazz music, offering rich composers, artists, and genre profiles, recommendations, and featured releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eTo access these new services, simply update to the latest firmware and download the BluOS Controller App (version 4.2.0) from the Apple App Store, Google Play, or bluos.io\/downloads.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NAD Electronics","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981749051565,"sku":"NEW-NAC389-BLUOS","price":2549.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981749084333,"sku":"DEMO-NAC389-BLUOS","price":1847.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":45981749117101,"sku":"OPEN-NAC389-BLUOS","price":1847.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Cosmetically Blemished","offer_id":45981749149869,"sku":"BLEM-NAC389-BLUOS","price":1847.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Factory Refreshed","offer_id":45981749182637,"sku":"RFRB-NAC389-BLUOS","price":1847.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/NAC389-BLUOS_03_back_2024__65793.1728926820.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778150853"},{"product_id":"bluesound-pulse-2i-music-player-with-speakers-gloss-white","title":"Bluesound Pulse 2i Music Player with Speakers - Gloss White","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEditors’ Choice Award 2022 - \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e Magazine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBluesound's All-in-One Music Streamer and Player\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluesound's Pulse 2i is the most complete high fidelity streaming system available. The Pulse 2i fills large spaces with rich, clear audio. It makes everything sound great, from the latest hi-res files to whatever else you play. When it comes to your music, don’t settle for anything less than high-fidelity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAward-Winning Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Pulse 2i won an Editors’ Choice Award 2022 from \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e magazine, which noted, \"This tabletop, wireless all-in-one brings the expertise and sensibility of PSB Speakers’ founder Paul Barton to the integrated system. The solidly built Pulse 2i accommodates a wide range of inputs, but will most likely be driven by streaming sources via the BluOS app. The sound has a warmth and richness in the bass and midbass that are often missing in the category.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Pulse 2i projects a sound far larger than its size would indicate and has the ability to fill a mid-sized room. The mids and treble are warm and engaging, again defying expectations. Pulse 2i Mini simply a smaller version.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStream It Like You Mean It\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith the Pulse 2i, Bluesound's most powerful speaker just got a whole lot more powerful. The Pulse 2i gets a complete acoustic makeover with all new driver and amp technologies that more than double the output in the bass frequencies, while lowering distortion. Upgraded tweeters expand the sweet spot for listening, and the most sophisticated DSP engine available extends a true stereo sound field far beyond the limits of other all-in-one speakers. High-end DAC technology built into every Bluesound player can decode and stream MQA files in all their lossless glory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"A Big Thumbs Up\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Bluesound deserves a big thumbs up for the design of the Pulse 2i. It’s certainly different but not so crazy that it’s not attractive. The Bluesound Pulse 2i combines curves with angular lines, which provides the speaker’s unique look,\" reports Alex Hernandez, \u003cem\u003eTechaeris\u003c\/em\u003e, February 1, 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Overall, the sound on the Bluesound Pulse 2i is really exceptional once you get the EQ settings where you like them.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Excellent-Sounding, All-In-One Stereo Music System\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Bluesound Pulse 2i is an excellent-sounding, all-in-one stereo music system made more appealing by such features as AirPlay 2 support, upgraded Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, and Alexa voice control. But what’s most attractive about the Pulse 2i is the world it lives in: Lenbrook’s excellent BluOS software, and the extensive range of BluOS-capable products with which the Pulse 2i can be used,\" notes Gordon Brockhouse, \u003cem\u003eSoundStage! Simplifi\u003c\/em\u003e, March 15, 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Pulse 2i Wireless Streaming Speaker is feature-rich, app support is excellent, and it has amazing sound to boot… I can’t wait to see what else Bluesound has cooking up for us in the future.,\" notes Indiana Lang, \u003cem\u003eSecrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity\u003c\/em\u003e, August 5, 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRule Your Sonic Domain\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn addition to providing best-in-class dual band WiFi, the Pulse 2i now has Apple AirPlay 2 built-in for easy integration into the Apple ecosystem, making it more flexible than ever. Bluetooth performance is seriously stepped up with native support for aptX HD, giving it the ability to transmit studio quality music to Bluetooth headphones and speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eControl with Your Smartphone or Tablet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePlay, pause, and select your streaming tracks from the touch-sensitive controls on the top panel. For added functionality, the Pulse 2i, like all Bluesound players, is controlled from your smartphone or tablet using the free BluOS app. The app brings all you music sources together for complete control whether they are in the cloud, on your computer or phone, or from almost any other source via the various digital and analog inputs. Whatever the musical source, Bluesound will play it in the highest resolution, all the way up to studio master-quality resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDigital Music, Internet Radio, Podcasts, and More\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFrom popular music streaming services to radio stations and podcasts, the Pulse 2i connects you to everything you love to listen to. Plus, with two-way aptXT™ Adaptive Bluetooth and Apple AirPlay 2 built in, you can enjoy music from even more apps and services, including Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Qobuz. Connect the Pulse 2i to digital music libraries stored on your computer or local network, and effortlessly browse and stream from your collection using the BluOS app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRoon Ready\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eRoon brings all your music together, so you don’t have to worry about where it’s stored, what format it’s in, or where you stream it from. Roon supports music files stored on internal and external hard drives and NAS, your iTunes library, live radio stations, and streamed content from TIDAL and Qobuz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Rich, Detailed, Dynamic Sound\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Pulse 2i and Pulse Mini 2i deliver rich, detailed, dynamic sound across their full frequency range. They’re exceptionally balanced in their voicing, there’s no artificial EQ enhancement to cause hearing fatigue,\" reports amie Madden in his review for \u003cem\u003eblog.roonlabs.net\u003c\/em\u003e. \"Bluesound delivers a natural sound stage that invites and rewards extended listening sessions. This is just exactly what you expect from a premium speaker; transparency, balance, and detail that brings you closer to your favorite music.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConvenient Voice Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith support for the most popular voice assistants, including Apple’s Siri and Amazon Alexa, control is more convenient that ever. Every supported voice assistant gives you easy, hands-free control over the music in your home so you can pause the music when the phone rings or ask what song is playing, all with your voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluVoice, which is the BluOS voice engine, controls all Bluesound Players – no matter which generation you have at home – bringing the latest tech to the speakers and systems that you love and continue to get better with every update. Set up a default room and use quick and easy voice commands to control your music using the long list of BluVoice custom commands. For example, you can use voice commands to play saved playlists, select your favorite radio station, adjust volume levels, or even group players together and play your music in perfect sync throughout the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEasy Setup, Impressive Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eUnlike many other wireless audio products, the Bluesound system is incredibly easy to set up and use. And the performance is unsurpassed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The entire system is designed for easy setup with no computer required. Users operate it with a smartphone or tablet BlueOS app,\" notes Grant Clauser in an \u003cem\u003eElectronicHouse.com\u003c\/em\u003e review of the original Bluesound system for October 18, 2013 \"Music from the Vault includes cover art to make it easy to find the album you're looking for… I was able to listen to all the Bluesound components in a hotel suite in New York this week. The performance was pretty impressive on all of them.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"For those people looking for a nice, simple, convenient and good-sounding one box\/one app solution for ripping CDs, playing your ripped and downloaded files, streaming music from Internet radio, Rdio, Slacker Radio, and Qobuz, and purchasing music from HighResAudio, the Bluesound Vault has got your number and its one of one in today's marketplace,\" reports Michael Lavorgna in his \u003cem\u003eAudiostream.com\u003c\/em\u003e, January 21, 2013 review of the original Bluesound system. \"Just add an iOS or Android device as a remote and you'll be rollin' in tunes in no time.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"It Can Pump Out Some Serious Bass\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The BluOS controller app is fantastic with a clean, logical layout which makes it intuitive to use. And then there's the sound quality which is much better than you'd expect from a relatively small box. It can pump out some serious bass but being a sealed design it's always controlled and it never overpowers the rest of the spectrum,\" observes Lemwise, \u003cem\u003eavsforum.com\u003c\/em\u003e, October 1, 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The midrange is clear and open and voices really shine. The treble is sweet and never overly bright which makes it an easy listen. Overall the sonic character is on the warm side but not too much and this speaker clearly shows the difference in recording quality.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBluesound Music Players\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluesound players are designed and engineered by audiophiles. They have been tested and perfected at one of North America's most advanced sound labs by some of the same engineers and musicians who started the original hi-fi revolution in the 1970s, including PSB's Paul Barton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAdd other Bluesound components for more functionality. \"The entire system is designed for easy setup with no computer required,\" reports Grant Clauser at ElectronicHouse.com. \"Playlists can be created on the fly. Each component can be controlled individually, or grouped, so users can play different songs in each room or the same music all over the house.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNew! Support for Qobuz Connec\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBig news for music lovers! Starting September 2025, BluOS supports Qobuz Connect, making it easier than ever to enjoy your favorite tracks in stunning hi-resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith this update, you’ll be able to stream directly from the Qobuz app to any BluOS-enabled device from Bluesound, NAD Electronics, PSB Speakers, Cyrus Audio, DALI Speakers, and Monitor Audio — all at up to 24-bit\/192 kHz quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBrowse, search, and play right inside the Qobuz app, while BluOS handles what it does best: seamless, reliable multi-room playback. You’ll still manage speaker grouping and volume inside the BluOS app, but control of music selection is now right at your fingertips in Qobuz.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluesound","offers":[{"title":"New \/ Gloss White \/ New","offer_id":45982029349037,"sku":"NEW-BDPULSE2I-GLSWHT","price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"New \/ Gloss White \/ Demo","offer_id":45982029381805,"sku":"DEMO-BDPULSE2I-GLSWHT","price":575.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"New \/ Gloss White \/ Cosmetically Blemished","offer_id":45982029414573,"sku":"BLEM-BDPULSE2I-GLSWHT","price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/BDPULSE2I-GLSWHT_01_angle_2025__51127.1741376850.1280.1280_307d12fc-f2f1-4675-a963-80bafbcdd027.jpg?v=1778097557"},{"product_id":"psb-alpha-iq-streaming-powered-speakers-with-bluos-tangerine-yellow-pair","title":"PSB Alpha iQ Streaming Powered Speakers with BluOS - Tangerine Yellow - Pair","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBest Wireless Bookshelf Speakers Award, 2024-2025 – EISA\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Value Audiophile Gear Award 2025 - \u003cem\u003efutureaudiophile.com\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReviewers' Choice – \u003cem\u003eSoundstage! Network\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStreaming Powered Speakers with BluOS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAlpha iQ Steaming Powered Speakers with BluOS make it easy to enjoy PSB’s signature \"True to Nature\" sound from your favorite streaming services and legacy sources – without cable clutter. The two speakers have 180W of built-in amplification and a network streamer based on the award-winning BluOS multi-room music platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAward-Winning Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Expert Sound and Imaging Association (EISA) gave the Alpha iQ Steaming Powered Speakers its Best Wireless Bookshelf Speakers Award for 2024-2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Designed with both performance and ease of use in mind, PSB’s Alpha iQ is the first active stereo speaker system to incorporate the BluOS platform, tying it into a multiroom ecosystem with slick app control and music playback options. With further connections including AirPlay, aptX HD Bluetooth, HDMI ARC and MM phono, the Alpha iQ accommodates a modern mix of wired and wireless sources, while its performance is equally crowd-pleasing.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReviewers' Choice Award\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Alpha IQ won a Reviewers' Choice Award from \u003cem\u003eSoundstage! Network\u003c\/em\u003e. According to reviewer Gordon Brockhouse, \"PSB’s diminutive Alpha iQ streaming active loudspeaker system delivers sound that’s far weightier than your eyes would lead you to expect. The sound isn’t just big; it’s also refined. Throughout my listening, I was impressed by the Alpha iQ’s timbral neutrality, soundstaging, and portrayal of fine detail.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Combine its excellent sonics with the abundant connectivity options and the excellent BluOS streamer, and you’ve got a winner. Highly recommended.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"A Top-Tier Option\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"PSB’s handsome Alpha iQs deliver highly accurate sound – no surprise from this well-established Canadian maker – and a wide range of streaming features,\" reports Daniel Kumin, \u003cem\u003etechradar.com\u003c\/em\u003e, December 17, 2023. \"For anyone looking for a music-first soundbar alternative, the Alpha iQs present a top-tier option.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Surprisingly full and powerful sound. Clear center image for dialog and vocals.\" Notes Ryan Waniata, ticking off all the Alpha IQ advantages for \u003cem\u003ewired.com \u003c\/em\u003e, August 12, 2023. \"Smooth and detailed upper register. Simplified connection for all your devices. Feature-rich app with multi-room audio connection. Multiple ways to stream. High-resolution support. Small profile blends in with your decor.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA Huge \"Sensation of Space\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The sensation of ‘space’ is one of the true and unarguable strengths of the PSB system,\" reports Simon Lucas, \u003cem\u003ehifiplus.com \u003c\/em\u003e, December 5, 2023. \"The soundstage it summons is out of all proportion to the size of the speakers from which it emanates, and it’s properly organised and arranged. Elbow-room is significant, even in dense recordings or Madvillain-style cut-and-paste collages, and it makes for an informative and easy-to-follow listen. It doesn’t do any harm that the system is so tonality consistent, either – there’s an impression of unity and singularity from the top to the frequency range.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEasy to Set Up and Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAlpha IQ speakers are easy to set-up and use. Plug them into power outlets, then connect the Alpha iQ to your home using the friendly BluOS Controller app. Now you can play music from more than 20 streaming services and share that music over your home network with up to 63 other BluOS-enabled components. In addition to Apple AirPlay 2 support and Bluetooth connectivity, the Alpha iQ has inputs for a wide array of sources, so you can connect a turntable, TV, disc player, and game console, as well as other audio sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA World of Music at Your Command\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eConsisting of two wireless bookshelf speakers with built-in amplifiers, PSB’s Alpha iQ is an all-in-one audio system for the streaming age. There’s no need to clutter your living space with speaker cables. The left and right speakers communicate via a wireless link that can cover most rooms in an average-size home without delays or latency, so music stays synched and clear regardless of speaker placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe BluOS network streamer provides access to more than 20 streaming services, including several that offer lossless and high-resolution audio, such as Amazon Music, Deezer, Idagio, Qobuz, and Tidal. The Alpha iQ supports Apple AirPlay 2, so you can stream audio from any app on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect are also supported, so you can cue up music in the apps for those services then transfer playback to the Alpha iQ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Alpha iQ has an audiophile-grade DAC that supports high-resolution audio resolution to 24-bit\/192kHz, and has full MQA decoding and rendering capability for high-res streaming from Tidal. BluOS also gives you access to hundreds of Internet radio stations around the world, including Radio Paradise, which offers four stations with MQA-encoded hi-res music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eYou can listen through the Alpha iQ alone or share your music over your home network with as many as 63 other BluOS-enabled devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDesigned for Serious Sound\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFeaturing a sleek, modern design, the Alpha iQ is available in satin white and satin black finishes. Inside each enclosure is a 4″ polypropylene mid-bass driver with steel basket and rubber surround, and a 0.75″ aluminum dome tweeter with neodymium magnet and ferrofluid damping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Alpha iQ employs a DSP-based active crossover. As with many PSB designs, the tweeter is placed below the woofer. With this arrangement, the blend between woofer and tweeter remains consistent whether you’re sitting or standing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEach woofer has its own 60W class-D amplifier, and each tweeter its own 30W class-D amp, for total system output of 180W. Thanks to their powerful amplifiers, tuned bass ports, and DSP-enabled low-frequency extension, PSB’s Alpha iQ speakers deliver bass output that completely belies their diminutive size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"High-Quality Sound, Advanced Features, and Sleek Design\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Alpha IQ won a Best Value Audiophile Gear Award 2025 from \u003cem\u003efutureaudiophile.com\u003c\/em\u003e, August 6, 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The PSB Alpha iQ streaming powered speakers with BluOS offer an impressive blend of high-quality sound, advanced features, and sleek design. Their compact size belies their powerful performance, which includes excellent mid-bass reproduction and detailed stereo imaging that can fill both small and medium-sized rooms with ease,\" raves Eric Forst, \u003cem\u003efutureaudiophile.com\u003c\/em\u003e, April 2, 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Innovative design choices, such as inverting the traditional positioning of the tweeter and woofer, and their robust 180-watt Class-D power configuration, and a surplus of modern-day connectivity options highlight PSB’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of what compact speakers can achieve without reinventing the wheel completely. Add in the awesome capabilities of Bluesound’s BluOS, and you’ve got a tiny speaker that can do just about everything – and do it well.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEasy Plug and Play Set-up and Operation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Alpha iQ isn’t just for streaming. The primary speaker has a built-in MM phono preamp and RCA jacks plus ground terminal, so vinyl fans can connect a turntable. An HDMI ARC port lets you experience \"True to Nature\" sound with TV and movies. There’s also an optical input for connecting a disc player or game console, and a 3.5mm auxiliary input for connecting analog sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Alpha iQ has Bluetooth connectivity, with support for the high-quality aptX-HD codec for wireless playback from smart devices. You use the BluOS app to play music files stored on an external drive connected to the Alpha iQ’s USB port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe combined optical\/headphone jack lets you connect a pair of headphones for late-night listening. For enhanced bass, there’s a subwoofer output. When a subwoofer is connected, you can use the BluOS app to engage a low-pass filter for the sub and a high-pass filter for the main speakers. This frees the Alpha iQ from having to produce deep bass sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Discovering New Music Has Never Been Easier\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The PSB Alpha iQ wireless speakers are the best under $2,000.00 way to start a complete music system. In addition, they may quickly become a music lover’s best friend for finding new music and reproducing that music in more rooms than just the formal listening room,\" observes Jeff Wheaton, \u003cem\u003eSecrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity\u003c\/em\u003e, June 11, 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eDiscovering new music has never been easier, or more fun. Wireless is here and getting better each year.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSuper Smart\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAvailable for Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows, the intuitive BluOS app lets you control every aspect of the Alpha iQ’s operation. Convenient touch controls on the top of the primary speaker let you adjust volume and pause and resume playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eYou can also control playback by voice using Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Siri (via AirPlay 2). And PSB’s Alpha iQ BluOS Streaming Powered Speakers can be integrated into popular smart home systems like Control4, Crestron, ELAN, RTI, and URC. IR command learning is available for listeners who use harmonized remote controls to operate multiple A\/V devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eTruly, the PSB’s Alpha iQ sets a new benchmark for modern, tangle-free, audiophile-grade listening. It gives you beautiful sound made simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"With the Alpha IQ, PSB offers a very compact speaker system that feels perfectly at home in an average living room,\" observes Jaap Veenstra, \u003cem\u003ealpha-audio.net\u003c\/em\u003e, December 15, 2023. \"Nice next to the TV to significantly improve the sound – this is really an ideal pair for the TV – and besides that also to play music. The integration of BluOS makes that very easy of course.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNew! Support for Qobuz Connec\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBig news for music lovers! Starting September 2025, BluOS supports Qobuz Connect, making it easier than ever to enjoy your favorite tracks in stunning hi-resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith this update, you’ll be able to stream directly from the Qobuz app to any BluOS-enabled device from Bluesound, NAD Electronics, PSB Speakers, Cyrus Audio, DALI Speakers, and Monitor Audio — all at up to 24-bit\/192 kHz quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBrowse, search, and play right inside the Qobuz app, while BluOS handles what it does best: seamless, reliable multi-room playback. 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Employing NAD’s HybridDigital nCore amplification, which until now has been available only on Masters Series amplifiers, the C 399 is the new flagship integrated amplifier in NAD’s Classic Series. The C 399’s digital section is built around a 32-bit\/384kHz ESS Sabre DAC, the same chip used in NAD’s acclaimed M10 and M33 Masters Series amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C 399 is also the first amplifier to incorporate the latest generation of NAD’s Modular Design Construction (MDC) technology, MDC2. That means you can order the C 399 with or without the BluOS Hi-Res multi-room music streaming and Dirac Live room correction module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Sheer Value is So Far Off the Charts\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C 399 won an Editors' Choice Award 2024 from \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e magazine, which remarks \"As the first amp to incorporate the latest generation of NAD’s Modular Design Construction technology (MDC), the C 399 was built to serve as the hub of any world-class music system.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAccording to Paul Seydor's January 17, 2023 review, \"When the excellent phonostage and DAC are factored in, it’s obvious that for sheer value the C399 is so far off the charts it’s almost a joke. That it costs a mere dollar under two grand is a conundrum only for those who need to know the price of something before they can judge it. The rest of us can rejoice in how fortunate it is that products like this exist to make the rewards of high-end audio available to multitudes.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"My Platonic Ideal for Everything I Want\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C 399 also won an Editors' Choice Award from \u003cem\u003esoundstageaccess.com\u003c\/em\u003e. \"The C 399, especially with the BluOS-D expansion module installed, very nearly represents my platonic ideal for everything I want in an integrated amp,\" raves Dennis Burger in his Dennis Burger April 1, 2022 review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The proof of the pudding is in the listening – or something like that. And for everything else the C 399 BluOS-D does well, my favorite thing about it is that it sounds brilliant and is nearly infinitely tweakable to fit my preferences and my listening space.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOptional MDC2 BluOS-D Module\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMDC2 is the second generation of NAD Electronics' innovative Modular Design Construction platform that uses all-new architecture to support bidirectional data protocols, resulting in an even wider range of upgrade possibilities that were not previously possible. The NAD C 399 HybridDigital DAC Amplifier is the first product to be built on the platform, extending the life of the product and offering unparalleled value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith the optional MDC2 BluOS-D module installed, the C 399 will feature post-purchase upgrades for Dirac Live, and like the first-generation MDC program there are upgrade paths for BluOS hi-res multiroom streaming and music management, Apple AirPlay 2, and two-way aptX HD Bluetooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePure Power\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eTrickled down from NAD’s Masters Series, the C 399’s HybridDigital nCore amplifier is highly efficient and remarkably powerful. It can deliver 180 Watts per channel continuous power, and 250 Watts per channel instantaneous power, allowing the C 399 to reproduce musical transients effortlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe HybridDigital nCore design is renowned for its wide bandwidth, flat frequency response, clean clipping behavior with instant recovery, high current capability, and stability into demanding low-impedance speaker loads. Noise and distortion are vanishingly low under all operating conditions. The minute levels of harmonic distortion are dominated by sonically benign second and third harmonics. These refinements enable the C 399 to produce neutral, distortion-free sound even at very high listening levels, with thrilling dynamics, exquisite detail, and superb portrayal of space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAlso trickled down from the Masters Series is the ESS Sabre 9028 high-resolution DAC, a design noted for its wide dynamic range, ultra-low noise and distortion, and near-zero levels of clock jitter. This premium DAC enables the C 399 to reproduce all your digital sources with amazing musicality, precise soundstaging, and stunning clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Formidable Strength in Depth\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eHonors for the C 399 just keep on coming, with a Highly Recommended Award from \u003cem\u003eavforums.com\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAccording to Ed Selly, \"Ultimately, the C399 does the most NAD thing that any NAD product can do. It beguiles you with its absolute and unwavering ability to do everything that you need it to and largely do it very, very well. The formidable strength in depth that it possesses is something that makes rivals that might superficially look to have an advantage start to wilt when you actually start testing them against one another.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eCompared to a competitor, \"The NAD has better native streaming, is better made and easier to use and will drive anything short of two lengths of wet string. Both are superb implementations of the modern integrated amplifier concept though and this means that the C399 comes Highly Recommended as a result.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Sound Quality, Features, Flexibility\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eHonoring the C 399 with a Top Pick Award,\u003cem\u003eSound\u0026amp;Vision\u003c\/em\u003e notes, \"As is often stated, audio product design represents a series of compromises. With NAD's C 399 integrated streaming amp, the company has arguably made smart choices. Its compromises, corporeal and aesthetic in nature, relate to things like its chassis, front-panel display, and remote control. Those seeking audio jewelry will look elsewhere. But for those interested in sound quality, features, the flexibility of a modular design, and, importantly, value, the C 399 handily delivers.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFuture Perfect with MDC2 Architecture\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn 2006, NAD introduced Modular Design Construction, an innovative architecture for adding new functions to existing components. Many NAD products have rear-panel slots for MDC modules that perform HDMI switching, BluOS multi-room music streaming, Dolby Atmos surround processing, and other functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C 399 is the first product to feature NAD’s new MDC2 architecture. By enabling two-way communications between the module and component, MDC2 opens the future for new upgrades. In a nutshell, MDC2 helps protect your investment from premature obsolescence whilst adding desirable features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEquipped with Wi-Fi and Ethernet, the optional MDC2 BluOS-D module lets you play music from their favourite streaming services through the C 399, using the acclaimed BluOS Controller app for Android, iOS, MacOS, and Windows. Like all BluOS-enabled products, the MDC2 BluOS-D module supports the new standard for Hi Res streaming, Master Quality Authenticated (MQA), and has integrated support for dozens of streaming services; including Tidal, Deezer, Qobuz, Amazon Music HD and Spotify. Two-way communications also enable the MDC2 BluOS-D to stream music from local sources connected to the C 399 to BluOS-capable components in other rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Dirac Live* function lets you measure your room’s acoustics using a supplied microphone and intuitive app, and then upload correction curves to the MDC2 BluOS-D module. By compensating for acoustic anomalies in your listening environment, Dirac Live dramatically improves bass clarity, imaging, and timbral accuracy. Thanks to its two-way architecture, the MDC2 BluOS-D performs Dirac Live room correction for all sources connected to your C 399.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWell Connected\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C 399 has two optical and two coaxial digital inputs, plus an HDMI eARC port for playing audio from a connected TV, while controlling amplifier output with the TV’s remote control. Analog fans are well served with two pairs of RCA line-level inputs, plus a MM phono stage with ultra-precise RIAA equalization, extremely low noise, and high overload margins. The phono preamp also features an innovative circuit that suppresses the infrasonic noise present on all LPs, without compromising bass response. The line inputs have low-noise buffer amplifiers to prevent sonic degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn addition to two sets of speaker outputs, the C 399 has preamp output jacks and dual subwoofer outputs. Two-way aptX HD Bluetooth allows 24-bit streaming from mobile devices, and high-quality output to Bluetooth headphones. Also built-in is a dedicated headphone amplifier with low output impedance and high output voltage capability, enabling the C 399 to drive demanding high-impedance studio monitor headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA Timeless Classic\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEver since the launch of the legendary 3020 integrated amplifier in 1978, the NAD brand has been synonymous with value and performance. The C 399 takes that reputation to a whole new level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAs with every NAD amplifier, the C 399 gets the basics right: a precise volume control with accurate channel balance, low-noise circuits, and correct input and output impedances. With its HybridDigital nCore output stage and high-resolution ESS Sabre DAC, the C 399 can reproduce all your digital and analog sources with a level of excitement and refinement that is unprecedented for a Classic-Series integrated amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThanks to NAD’s innovative MDC2 platform, the C 399 will keep pace with future developments. The C 399 can serve as the hub of a world-class music system today, and for years to come. With NAD’s C 399 HybridDigital DAC Amplifier, the legend continues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBluOS Music Streaming\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe optional MDC2 BluOS-D module also features BluOS high-resolution music streaming. Available for iOS, macOS, Android, and Windows, the flexible BluOS Controller app provides access to hundreds of internet radio stations and more than 20 streaming services. Like all BluOS products, the MDC2 BluOS-D module supports high-resolution playback up to 24- bit\/192kHz, as well as MQA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith the optional MDC2 BluOS-D module, users can share music from any source connected to the host component with up to 63 BluOS-enabled components on the same network. Playback can also be controlled by Alexa or Google voice commands, and from smart home control systems from Crestron, Control4, Lutron, RTI, and others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDirac Live Room Correction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe optional MDC2 BluOS-D is the first expansion module offered by NAD that adds Dirac Live room correction to a two-channel component.* Owners use the supplied calibrated microphone and intuitive Dirac Live app to analyze their room’s acoustics, and then upload correction filters to the optional MDC2 BluOS-D module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe MDC2 BluOS-D module can store up to five Dirac profiles for different listening positions and room conditions – for example whether the drapes are open or closed. As well as correcting peaks and dips in frequency response, Dirac Live optimizes impulse response by learning how sounds reflect off various surfaces in the listening space. The result is dramatically improved bass clarity, imaging, and timbral accuracy, on music and movie soundtracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"More Power for Less Money\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The C 399 is the new flagship of NAD’s Classic Series, the company’s range of high-value products that most closely represent a continuation of its no-frills heritage,\" reports Jacob Green, \u003cem\u003eaudioholics.com\u003c\/em\u003e, March 15, 2022. \"Styling? It’s just fine. Build-quality and finish? Not luxurious, but good enough. Great performance at a fair price? Absolutely. The C 399 sets out to offer virtually all of the functionality of the M10v2, with more power, for less money.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"If you want an integrated amp with great connectivity, sound, Dirac, and power, the NAD will do everything you want. I have one and it really is good,\" raves C 399 owner crazyafgandudes, r\/StereoAdvice at \u003cem\u003ereddit.com\u003c\/em\u003e, February 21, 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFuture-Proof 2.0\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eNot only does the optional MDC2 BluOS-D module include the latest Wi-Fi and Ethernet protocols, but it also supports Apple AirPlay2, Spotify Connect, and Tidal Connect, and incorporates two-way Qualcomm aptX HD Bluetooth. There’s also a USB port for playing music from a connected USB drive. With the MDC2 BluOS-D module installed, MDC2-capable components can play music from a vast range of local, networked, and cloud-based sources. And thanks to its bidirectional communications architecture, MDC2 is ready for technology upgrades that have yet to be conceived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e*Note: The module includes a license for Dirac Live with the option for advanced users to upgrade to the Dirac Live Full Frequency version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNew! Support for Qobuz Connec\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBig news for music lovers! Starting September 2025, BluOS supports Qobuz Connect, making it easier than ever to enjoy your favorite tracks in stunning hi-resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith this update, you’ll be able to stream directly from the Qobuz app to any BluOS-enabled device from Bluesound, NAD Electronics, PSB Speakers, Cyrus Audio, DALI Speakers, and Monitor Audio — all at up to 24-bit\/192 kHz quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBrowse, search, and play right inside the Qobuz app, while BluOS handles what it does best: seamless, reliable multi-room playback. You’ll still manage speaker grouping and volume inside the BluOS app, but control of music selection is now right at your fingertips in Qobuz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBluOS Adds Pandora and Presto Music Services\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluesound is excited to announce the integration of the popular Pandora and Presto Music services into the BluOS platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePandora offers exceptional music discovery features and curated radio stations. Its integration offers BluOS music lovers access to another seamless and intuitive way to enjoy their favorite tracks and discover new music based on listeners' tastes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePresto Music specializes in classical and jazz recordings with high-quality content. In select markets, users can now savor Presto Music's vast collection of classical and jazz recordings. With a library boasting 200,000 albums in CD-quality and 34,000 albums in stunning 24-bit\/192kHz, subscribers will revel in a focused, extensive, and continuously expanding catalog. 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Designed to be used with Bluesound wireless speakers, amplifiers and streamers, this subwoofer features an 8” woofer and a smart DSP amplifier that delivers 150 watts of deep, detailed bass without distortion. Its sleek, compact design and wireless connectivity offers you unlimited placement flexibility, while the BluOS app lets you pair and set it up in minutes with volume and crossover controls right inside the app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"This soundbar\/subwoofer combo is for audiophiles and cineastes who can afford to indulge their craving for refined, dynamic sound,\" reports Theo Nicolaikis in a joint Pulse and Pulse Sub+ review for \u003cem\u003eTechHive\u003c\/em\u003e, which resulted in an Editors Choice Award.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Performed Admirably\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Pulse Sub+ performed admirably, delivering thunderous bass with grace. Not much distortion or noise ever was heard, just deep strong lows,\" notes Leslie Shapiro, \u003cem\u003eSound\u0026amp;Vision\u003c\/em\u003e, February 10, 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Digging deep into my playlist, I queued up one of my favorite subwoofer music test tracks, Frankie Goes to Hollywood's 'Welcome to the Pleasuredome.' The Pulse Sub+ deftly handled the relentless deep bass, 1980s synth patches, and exaggerated kick drum, keeping each sound element distinct and well-defined,\" reports Indiana Lang, \u003cem\u003eSecrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity\u003c\/em\u003e, May 6, 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eJust Add Bass\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eJust add music with bass and you're ready for to go. The PULSE SUB+ wireless subwoofer is designed to be that simple and it starts by using the BluOS App to quickly setup and connect the sub wirelessly to any Bluesound Player. In the app are simple and dedicated controls for volume, crossover and phase adjustment, allowing you to easily control and adjust the sub to its optimal settings for the best listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePlace It Anywhere\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe PULSE SUB+ includes magnetic rubber feet and a custom mounting bracket to give you the flexibility and freedom to place it anywhere in a room. Simply find and place it in the right spot and follow the easy set-up steps in the app without ever worrying where it will go. Its versatile design lets you fit it behind or beside any type of furniture or lie it down and let it disappear under your couch until it awakes with room-shaking sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSmarter Than Average\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith a 150W Smart DSP Amplifier coupled with a custom 8” long-throw woofer, the PULSE SUB+ is the perfect addition to any BluOS enabled home entertainment system. Its tight, dynamic power and the ability to go down to 22Hz without distortion makes the PULSE SUB+ ideal for almost any type of sound around the home. For extra bass, a second PULSE SUB+ can be added and controlled via the BluOS Controller App.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"A Triumph\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Given its flexibility and room-friendliness, I think the Pulse Sub+ is a triumph of industrial design,\" raves Gordon Brockhouse, \u003cem\u003eSoundStage! Simplifi\u003c\/em\u003e, January 1, 2021. \"The Pulse Sub+ is a great addition to Bluesound’s product portfolio and the BluOS ecosystem.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Bluesound Pulse SUB+ brings powerful bass nearly anywhere in your home, with a slim fit that lets it fit places other subwoofers can't,\" reports Elizabeth Henges, \u003cem\u003eHow-To Geek\u003c\/em\u003e, March 2, 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluesound","offers":[{"title":"New \/ White \/ New","offer_id":45982108254381,"sku":"NEW-BDSBPSP-WHT","price":949.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"New \/ White \/ Demo","offer_id":45982108287149,"sku":"DEMO-BDSBPSP-WHT","price":679.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"New \/ White \/ Open Box","offer_id":45982108319917,"sku":"OPEN-BDSBPSP-WHT","price":575.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/BDSBPSP_WHT_03-Large__79882.1730378937.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778109883"},{"product_id":"nad-m10-v3-master-series-bluos-streaming-amplifier","title":"NAD M10 v3 Master Series BluOS Streaming Amplifier","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNAD M10 V3 Masters Series BluOS Streaming Amplifier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly; page-break-after: avoid;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly; page-break-after: avoid;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA Complete Music System in One Small Box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly; page-break-after: avoid;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe NAD M10 V3 combines a music streamer, DAC, preamp, phono stage, and stereo amplifier. Add a pair of passive speakers, and you have a complete high-quality music system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIts small aluminum case saves space, while the large color touchscreen makes the M10 V3 easy to use and enjoyable to look at.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStrong Power for Serious Speakers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly; page-break-after: avoid;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe HybridDigital nCore amplifier supplies 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 200 watts per channel into 4 ohms. This gives the M10 V3 the strength to control many bookshelf and floorstanding speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStream Almost Anything with BluOS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly; page-break-after: avoid;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBluOS gives you access to popular music services, internet radio, and files stored on your network or a USB drive. It also supports AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, and Roon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDirac Live Helps Your Room Sound Better\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly; page-break-after: avoid;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDirac Live measures how your speakers sound in your room and corrects common problems. A limited-bandwidth license and microphone are included. Dirac Live Bass Control is available as an optional upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReady for TV and Vinyl\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly; page-break-after: avoid;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHDMI eARC brings TV sound into your stereo system with one cable. A dedicated moving-magnet phono input lets you connect a compatible turntable without adding a separate phono preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEasy Control with a Beautiful Screen\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly; page-break-after: avoid;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 5-inch Gorilla Glass touchscreen shows album art, settings, and playback controls. You can also use the BluOS app, the included BC1 remote, or supported voice-control systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly; page-break-after: avoid;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eConnect one pair of passive speakers for a simple all-in-one system. Two subwoofer outputs make it easy to add deeper bass, while adjustable crossover settings help the speakers and subs work together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUse HDMI eARC with a TV, the MM phono input with a turntable, or the optical and coaxial inputs with digital sources. Two-way Bluetooth can receive music or send sound to wireless headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly; page-break-after: avoid;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHybridDigital nCore Amplifier\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eSupplies 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 200 watts per channel into 4 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eBluOS Music Streaming\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePlay music services, internet radio, network files, and USB music from one app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eESS Sabre ES9039 DAC\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eProvides clean, detailed digital conversion for music and TV sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDirac Live Room Correction\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eIncluded room correction helps your speakers work better in your listening space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eMM Phono and HDMI eARC\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eConnect a compatible turntable and a TV without adding more boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e5-Inch Touchscreen\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eView album art and control music from the full-color Gorilla Glass display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly; page-break-after: avoid;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListBulletCxSpFirst\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: BluOS streamer, DAC, preamp, phono stage, and stereo integrated amplifier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003ePower: 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms; 200 watts per channel into 4 ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eDAC Chip: ESS Sabre ES9039; BluOS playback up to 24-bit\/192kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eInputs: HDMI eARC, optical, coaxial, USB-A, line-level RCA, and MM phono\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWireless: Wi-Fi 5, AirPlay 2, and two-way Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListBulletCxSpLast\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eSize: 8.5 x 3.9 x 10.25 in.; aluminum chassis with Gorilla Glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly; page-break-after: avoid;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a separate amplifier?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNo. The M10 V3 has a powerful stereo amplifier built in. Just connect a pair of passive speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eCan I connect a turntable?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eYes. It has a dedicated moving-magnet phono input. Moving-coil cartridges need a separate phono preamp or step-up device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eIs Dirac Live included?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eYes. Dirac Live Limited Bandwidth and a calibration microphone are included. Wider correction and Bass Control require optional licenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eCan I use wireless headphones?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eYes. 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Access\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEverything You'd expect from a Classic Series Amplifier\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEmbodying half a century of audio mastery, the NAD C 379 is everything you'd expect from a Classic Series amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eContinuing NAD's tradition of delivering simplicity, value, and innovation, the C 379 features the latest generation of MDC technology. It also features 80 watts per channel of NAD HybridDigital™ UcD amplification and a high-performance ESS SABRE DAC that lets you experience music with exceptional sonic detail and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIf you're a vinyl enthusiast, you will appreciate the built-in high-quality MM phono stage, and the built in headphone amplifier provides superior private listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAward-Winning Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe NAD C 379 received a Reviewers’ Choice Award 2025 – \u003cem\u003eSoundStage! Access\u003c\/em\u003e. \"More so than any integrated amplifier I’ve reviewed in ages, the NAD C 379 embodies the ethos of \u003cem\u003eSoundStage! Access\u003c\/em\u003e nearly perfectly,\" reports Dennis Burger in his February 1, 2025 review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"This is absolutely a model for what a budget-conscious integrated amp with zero performance compromises should look like. It’s the best value I’ve encountered in quite some time.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"An Absolutely Fantastic Amp\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"This is an absolutely fantastic amp,\" reports C 329 owner joydivision29 at r\/budgetaudiophile for \u003cem\u003ereddit.com\u003c\/em\u003e, June 8, 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The sound is extremely well-balanced with full bass and is slightly warm with a very detailed midrange which has me hearing sounds in songs that I know well that I've never heard before. It sounds very tube-like but distortion free with a well controlled bass response.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaximum Power and Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEvery detail of the C 379's design has been refined for maximum performance. Starting with a customized version of the proven HybridDigital UcD output stage, the C 379 operates in a fully balanced bridge configuration. This allows for massive power with nearly immeasurable distortion and noise in the audible range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe power supply is capable of 80 watts continuously and over 120 watts instantaneously to allow for short-term musical transients. For even greater power, the C 379 can be bridged in mono with the C 268 power amp to provide up to 300 watts per channel of distortion-free sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBrilliant Musicality and Detail\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C 379's digital architecture is built around the critically acclaimed ESS SABRETM ES9028 DAC, one of the industry's highest performance 32-bit digital-to-analog converts with unprecedented dynamic range and ultra-low distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIt provides ultra-high-quality music playback, free from clock jitter common in digital audio systems. The results are an exceptionally wide dynamic range, ultra-low distortion, accurate sound stage and unparalleled clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFuture-Proof Flexibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eSince 2006, NAD has led the way in providing users the flexibility to add features as new A\/V technologies are introduced to provide unparalleled performance and value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eNow, with the second generation of NAD's Modular Design Construction (MDC) technology, the C 379 is in a class of its own. It features two MDC2 slots for upgrading the amplifier's capabilities with emerging A\/V technologies and additional features, including BluOS™ high-resolution multi- room streaming and Dirac Live Room Correction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOptional BluOS-D Module for Hi-Res Streaming and Much More\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eOrder the C 379 with or without the optional MDC2 BluOS-D module. This module lets you add Dirac Live, BluOS, Apple AirPlay 2, two-way aptX™ HD Bluetooth, and more features and capabilities to the C 379.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith BluOS, the C 379 can be connected to a home network via Wi-Fi or Ethernet to experience the most advanced multi-room wireless music management system with 24 bit\/192kHz resolution. Controlled through the BluOS app for smartphone, tablet, or desktop, BluOS manages your digital music collection and connects to over 20 high-quality streaming music services including Tidal, Deezer, Qobuz, Amazon Music, Spotify, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConnect EVERYTHING!\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C 379 is well equipped with a variety of analog and digital connectivity options including aptX HD Bluetooth, HDMI eARC, an MM Phono stage, and two subwoofer outputs. aptX HD can easily support 24-bit streaming from any Bluetooth enabled device, while HDMI eARC allows you to connect the C 379 to your TV and provide seamless control from your existing remote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIt also includes a built-in high-performance headphone amplifier with low output impedance and high output voltage capability, allowing it to drive a wide range of headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNew! Support for Qobuz Connec\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBig news for music lovers! Starting September 2025, BluOS supports Qobuz Connect, making it easier than ever to enjoy your favorite tracks in stunning hi-resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith this update, you’ll be able to stream directly from the Qobuz app to any BluOS-enabled device from Bluesound, NAD Electronics, PSB Speakers, Cyrus Audio, DALI Speakers, and Monitor Audio — all at up to 24-bit\/192 kHz quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBrowse, search, and play right inside the Qobuz app, while BluOS handles what it does best: seamless, reliable multi-room playback. You’ll still manage speaker grouping and volume inside the BluOS app, but control of music selection is now right at your fingertips in Qobuz.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NAD Electronics","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45983016190125,"sku":"NEW-NAC379-BLUOS","price":2049.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45983016222893,"sku":"DEMO-NAC379-BLUOS","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/NAC379_BLUOS_01_2024__79425.1725331098.1280.1280_cadc0fb0-9339-4a58-99cc-9899c9f24562.jpg?v=1778154852"},{"product_id":"nad-mdc2-bluos-d-card","title":"NAD MDC2 BluOS-D Card","description":"\u003ch3\u003eFive Stars – \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e Magazine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeaturing Dirac Live Room Correction, BluOS Hi-Res Multi-Room Streaming,and More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMDC2 is the second generation of NAD's innovative Modular Design Construction platform. The all-new MDC2 architecture allows signals to be passed back and forth between module and host component. This opens a far wider range of upgrade options for the new NAD C 399 HybridDigital DAC Amplifier and future MDC2-enabled components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith the MDC2 BluOS-D module installed, listeners can enjoy the benefits of Dirac Live Room Correction, BluOS hi-res multi-room streaming and music management, and so much more. And thanks to NAD’s MDC2 platform, component investments will keep pace with future developments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAward-Winning Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn a review of the NAD 3050 with the MDC2 module installed, England's \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e magazine gave the pair its top rating of Five Stars. \"Add the MDC2-BluOS-D’s streaming smarts into the equation and the story changes dramatically, catapulting the NAD to class-leading status as far as streaming systems are concerned.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eLongtime \u003cem\u003eavsforum.com\u003c\/em\u003e contributor ban25 observes, \"You definitely want this module because it gives you high-resolution (24-bit\/192 kHz) streaming via BluOS and Roon. 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Thanks to the forward-looking innovation of Modular Design Construction, you can now add BluOS network and internet music streaming with advanced music management to your NAD C 390DD, NAD Masters M12 and M32 or the NAD Classic models C 368 and C 388.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe BluOS 2i module has a new more powerful ARM Processor for a quicker, more responsive user experience. As an internal module there are no external wires or power supplies required and integration with the firmware is hand-in-glove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"The Result Is Impressive\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The result is impressive. Now you can adjust the sound as you like. In any desired frequency range. You can remove the resonances, remove the snorting high frequencies, add something, etc.,\" reports \u003cem\u003eaudiosciencereview.com\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Beyond its technical prowess, this module represents an affordable yet transformative upgrade for any discerning audiophile,\" notes \u003cem\u003etheaudiotailor.com.au\u003c\/em\u003e, May 5, 2025. \"Its modular design means you can enhance your current setup without the need for an entirely new system, making it a savvy investment for quality sound lovers.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEnjoy Your Music with So Much Ease and Flexibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBoth Ethernet and Wi-Fi operate in asynchronous mode for lowest jitter performance and allow connection to music stored anywhere on the local network or streamed directly from the Internet using popular music services like Spotify Connect, Tidal, and TuneIn. You can also play music from a USB drive or hard drive via the USB A port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluetooth® with aptX is also natively integrated so you can wirelessly connect to any smartphone, tablet, or Bluetooth-enabled device within range and stream your favorite music apps or libraries in high-fidelity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluOS is accessed using the local area network and free apps for mobile devices and desktops to control and manage your music BluOS also integrates with many third party home automation systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHands-Free Voice Control with Alexa\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAdd the BluOS Voice Skill inside the Amazon Alexa app and enjoy hands-free voice control of personal music collections, streaming services and more using a list of simple streamlined commands. Using an Echo device you can ask Alexa to play popular songs from Tidal, queue up saved playlists, adjust the volume in different rooms, or ask what’s playing in the Kitchen. No Echo device and want to try it out? No problem. Download the Amazon Alexa app, activate the skill, tap the speech bubble in the bottom drawer of the Amazon Alexa app and say anything from the list of commands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWhile the expected functions of Play \/ Pause \/ Skip are present, BluOS also brings all of your music together integrating locally stored music (like iTunes) and music streaming services. BluOS does not rely on middleware like UPnP\/DLNA\/AirPlay with their inherent limitations, but instead creates direct shares with music in all formats including FLAC, ALAC and WAV with data rates up to 24\/192. Playlists can be created and managed right inside the BluOS App. Gapless playback is supported and the BluOS-2 module is fully compatible with Bluesound High-Res Wireless Multi-room Players to form integrated whole-house systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith AirPlay 2, you can connect multiple AirPlay-enabled devices around the house and have them communicate with each other through AirPlay. Listen to your music in perfect sync as you walk room-to-room, or play different songs in different rooms, and control everything on your Apple device. You can even say the song you want to listen to and where and let Siri take control of your music experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIncludes an external USB WiFi module to optimize signal strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNew! Support for Qobuz Connec\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBig news for music lovers! Starting September 2025, BluOS supports Qobuz Connect, making it easier than ever to enjoy your favorite tracks in stunning hi-resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith this update, you’ll be able to stream directly from the Qobuz app to any BluOS-enabled device from Bluesound, NAD Electronics, PSB Speakers, Cyrus Audio, DALI Speakers, and Monitor Audio — all at up to 24-bit\/192 kHz quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBrowse, search, and play right inside the Qobuz app, while BluOS handles what it does best: seamless, reliable multi-room playback. You’ll still manage speaker grouping and volume inside the BluOS app, but control of music selection is now right at your fingertips in Qobuz.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NAD Electronics","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45983260475565,"sku":"NEW-NAMDCBLUOS2I","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45983260508333,"sku":"DEMO-NAMDCBLUOS2I","price":399.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":45983260541101,"sku":"OPEN-NAMDCBLUOS2I","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Cosmetically Blemished","offer_id":45983260573869,"sku":"BLEM-NAMDCBLUOS2I","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Factory Refreshed","offer_id":45983260606637,"sku":"RFRB-NAMDCBLUOS2I","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/NADBLUOS2_01-Large__71575.1725727046.1280.1280_34dccf86-b3dc-43bd-9954-8d1a276cec67.jpg?v=1778135710"},{"product_id":"bluesound-pulse-flex-2i-portable-wireless-streaming-speaker-black","title":"Bluesound Pulse Flex 2i Portable Wireless Streaming Speaker - Black","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Portable Wireless Streaming Speaker with Size-Defying Sound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe most flexible member of the Bluesound Pulse family, the Pulse Flex 2i portable wireless streaming speaker delivers the best of performance and true wireless portability. An upgraded bass driver adds some serious punch to the output of this small but mighty speaker, and our advanced DirectDigital amp delivers deep, detailed sound wherever you listen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRule Your Sonic Domain\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eNow with AirPlay 2 built-in and easy integration into the Apple ecosystem, the Pulse Flex 2i is more flexible than ever, while a new dual band WiFi engine keeps connectivity rock-solid, especially in crowded airspace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Scarcely Believable Sound Quality\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"At first glance, you could be forgiven for thinking that this is a speaker whose primary appeal lies in its elegantly avant-garde design and ability to seamlessly blend in with your home decor, but power this Bluesound creation up and you'll be left picking your jaw up from the floor as a result of the scarcely believable sound quality emanating from such a diminutive package,\" raves Rahul Kalvapalle, \u003cem\u003eTrend Hunter\u003c\/em\u003e, April 17, 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"According to \u003cem\u003eHi-Fi Choice\u003c\/em\u003e, \"At the price, there’s certainly no shortage of competition, but the Pulse Flex 2i has a useful spec and delivers an excellent user experience combined with strong sound.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"The Stars of the Show\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"I thought the Flex 2i surrounds were fantastic, probably the stars of the show here. They had a clear presence in the room but always remained balanced with the rest of the mix,\" reports Indiana Lang, \u003cem\u003eSecrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity\u003c\/em\u003e, July 13, 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Pulse Flex 2i makes clear improvements on its already talented predecessor while boasting an even more impressive range of features…Few wireless speakers offer this range of features with such an instantly likeable performance,\" notes \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e, October 2, 2018.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Do not be fooled by this speaker’s small size as it feels big enough to fill up a room with its sheer soundstage. Audio is rich, detailed and throws a nice amount of bass at you,\" observes Jason Million, \u003cem\u003eGStyle Magazine\u003c\/em\u003e, May 25, 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSurround Yourself With Sound\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eGroup the Pulse Flex 2i with other Bluesound players to play music across different rooms in perfect sync, or combine a pair of Pulse Flex 2i speakers with the Pulse Soundbar 2i and Sub to create a completely immersive Dolby Digital Surround system, for every lush cinematic detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHigh Fidelity – Anytime – Anywhere\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWhy just be in the crowd, when you can be front row? Simply, add the optional rechargeable battery pack (sold separately) for grab-and-go streaming. Take the show on the road, the party to the park and the beats to the furthest reaches of your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eControl with Your Smartphone or Tablet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePlay, pause, and select your streaming tracks, and access assignable presets from the hard buttons on the top panel. For added functionality, the Pulse Flex 2i, like all Bluesound players, is controlled from your smartphone or tablet using the free BluOS app. The app brings all you music sources together for complete control whether they are in the cloud, on your computer or phone, or from almost any other source via the various digital and analog inputs. Whatever the musical source, Bluesound will play it in the highest resolution, all the way up to studio master-quality resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"You're Good to Go\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"One area where Bluesound has invested a lot of time and money is the BluOS app and as someone who has used it for the past few years, it's quite clear that the user experience keeps getting better.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Bluesound offers access to 23 different music streaming platforms via the app and unless you really need something outside of Qobuz, TIDAL, Spotify, Deezer, and Amazon Music — you're good to go,\" notes \u003cem\u003eenjoythemusic.com\u003c\/em\u003e, December 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDigital Music, Internet Radio, Podcasts, and More\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFrom popular music streaming services to radio stations and podcasts, the Pulse Flex 2i connects you to everything you love to listen to. Plus, with two-way aptXT™ Adaptive Bluetooth and Apple AirPlay 2 built in, you can enjoy music from even more apps and services, including Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Qobuz. Connect the Pulse Flex 2i to digital music libraries stored on your computer or local network, and effortlessly browse and stream from your collection using the BluOS app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRoon Ready\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eRoon brings all your music together, so you don’t have to worry about where it’s stored, what format it’s in, or where you stream it from. Roon supports music files stored on internal and external hard drives and NAS, your iTunes library, live radio stations, and streamed content from TIDAL and Qobuz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConvenient Voice Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith support for the most popular voice assistants, including Apple’s Siri and Amazon Alexa, control is more convenient that ever. Every supported voice assistant gives you easy, hands-free control over the music in your home so you can pause the music when the phone rings or ask what song is playing, all with your voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluVoice, which is the BluOS voice engine, controls all Bluesound Players – no matter which generation you have at home – bringing the latest tech to the speakers and systems that you love and continue to get better with every update. Set up a default room and use quick and easy voice commands to control your music using the long list of BluVoice custom commands. For example, you can use voice commands to play saved playlists, select your favorite radio station, adjust volume levels, or even group players together and play your music in perfect sync throughout the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEasy Setup, Impressive Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eUnlike many other wireless audio products, the Bluesound system is incredibly easy to set up and use. And the performance is unsurpassed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The entire system is designed for easy setup with no computer required. Users operate it with a smartphone or tablet BlueOS app,\" notes Grant Clauser in an \u003cem\u003eElectronicHouse.com\u003c\/em\u003e review of the original Bluesound system for October 18, 2013 \"I was able to listen to all the Bluesound components in a hotel suite in New York this week. The performance was pretty impressive on all of them.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"For those people looking for a nice, simple, convenient and good-sounding one box\/one app solution for ripping CDs, playing your ripped and downloaded files, streaming music from Internet radio, Rdio, Slacker Radio, and Qobuz, and purchasing music from HighResAudio, the Bluesound Vault has got your number and its one of one in today's marketplace,\" reports Michael Lavorgna in his \u003cem\u003eAudiostream.com\u003c\/em\u003e, January 21, 2013 review of the original Bluesound system. \"Just add an iOS or Android device as a remote and you'll be rollin' in tunes in no time.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBluesound Music Players\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluesound players are designed and engineered by audiophiles. They have been tested and perfected at one of North America's most advanced sound labs by some of the same engineers and musicians who started the original hi-fi revolution in the 1970s, including PSB's Paul Barton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAdd other Bluesound components for more functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNew! Support for Qobuz Connec\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBig news for music lovers! Starting September 2025, BluOS supports Qobuz Connect, making it easier than ever to enjoy your favorite tracks in stunning hi-resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith this update, you’ll be able to stream directly from the Qobuz app to any BluOS-enabled device from Bluesound, NAD Electronics, PSB Speakers, Cyrus Audio, DALI Speakers, and Monitor Audio — all at up to 24-bit\/192 kHz quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBrowse, search, and play right inside the Qobuz app, while BluOS handles what it does best: seamless, reliable multi-room playback. You’ll still manage speaker grouping and volume inside the BluOS app, but control of music selection is now right at your fingertips in Qobuz.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluesound","offers":[{"title":"New \/ Gloss Black \/ New","offer_id":45983394005165,"sku":"NEW-BDPULFL2I-GLSBLK","price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"New \/ Gloss Black \/ Demo","offer_id":45983394037933,"sku":"DEMO-BDPULFL2I-GLSBLK","price":239.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/BDPULFL2I-GLSBLK_01_angle_2025__36064.1741366022.1280.1280_4fd49964-b6e6-4a06-af19-a2b4213c39dd.jpg?v=1778123452"},{"product_id":"bluesound-pulse-2i-premium-wireless-multi-room-music-streaming-speaker-gloss-black","title":"Bluesound Pulse 2i Premium Wireless Multi-Room Music Streaming Speaker - Gloss Black","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEditors’ Choice Award 2022 - \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e Magazine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBluesound's All-in-One Music Streamer and Player\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluesound's Pulse 2i is the most complete high fidelity streaming system available. The Pulse 2i fills large spaces with rich, clear audio. It makes everything sound great, from the latest hi-res files to whatever else you play. When it comes to your music, don’t settle for anything less than high-fidelity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAward-Winning Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Pulse 2i won an Editors’ Choice Award 2022 from \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e magazine, which noted, \"This tabletop, wireless all-in-one brings the expertise and sensibility of PSB Speakers’ founder Paul Barton to the integrated system. The solidly built Pulse 2i accommodates a wide range of inputs, but will most likely be driven by streaming sources via the BluOS app. The sound has a warmth and richness in the bass and midbass that are often missing in the category.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Pulse 2i projects a sound far larger than its size would indicate and has the ability to fill a mid-sized room. The mids and treble are warm and engaging, again defying expectations. Pulse 2i Mini simply a smaller version.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStream It Like You Mean It\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith the Pulse 2i, Bluesound's most powerful speaker just got a whole lot more powerful. The Pulse 2i gets a complete acoustic makeover with all new driver and amp technologies that more than double the output in the bass frequencies, while lowering distortion. Upgraded tweeters expand the sweet spot for listening, and the most sophisticated DSP engine available extends a true stereo sound field far beyond the limits of other all-in-one speakers. High-end DAC technology built into every Bluesound player can decode and stream MQA files in all their lossless glory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"A Big Thumbs Up\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Bluesound deserves a big thumbs up for the design of the Pulse 2i. It’s certainly different but not so crazy that it’s not attractive. The Bluesound Pulse 2i combines curves with angular lines, which provides the speaker’s unique look,\" reports Alex Hernandez, \u003cem\u003eTechaeris\u003c\/em\u003e, February 1, 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Overall, the sound on the Bluesound Pulse 2i is really exceptional once you get the EQ settings where you like them.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Excellent-Sounding, All-In-One Stereo Music System\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Bluesound Pulse 2i is an excellent-sounding, all-in-one stereo music system made more appealing by such features as AirPlay 2 support, upgraded Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, and Alexa voice control. But what’s most attractive about the Pulse 2i is the world it lives in: Lenbrook’s excellent BluOS software, and the extensive range of BluOS-capable products with which the Pulse 2i can be used,\" notes Gordon Brockhouse, \u003cem\u003eSoundStage! Simplifi\u003c\/em\u003e, March 15, 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Pulse 2i Wireless Streaming Speaker is feature-rich, app support is excellent, and it has amazing sound to boot… I can’t wait to see what else Bluesound has cooking up for us in the future.,\" notes Indiana Lang, \u003cem\u003eSecrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity\u003c\/em\u003e, August 5, 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRule Your Sonic Domain\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn addition to providing best-in-class dual band WiFi, the Pulse 2i now has Apple AirPlay 2 built-in for easy integration into the Apple ecosystem, making it more flexible than ever. Bluetooth performance is seriously stepped up with native support for aptX HD, giving it the ability to transmit studio quality music to Bluetooth headphones and speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eControl with Your Smartphone or Tablet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePlay, pause, and select your streaming tracks from the touch-sensitive controls on the top panel. For added functionality, the Pulse 2i, like all Bluesound players, is controlled from your smartphone or tablet using the free BluOS app. The app brings all you music sources together for complete control whether they are in the cloud, on your computer or phone, or from almost any other source via the various digital and analog inputs. Whatever the musical source, Bluesound will play it in the highest resolution, all the way up to studio master-quality resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDigital Music, Internet Radio, Podcasts, and More\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFrom popular music streaming services to radio stations and podcasts, the Pulse 2i connects you to everything you love to listen to. Plus, with two-way aptXT™ Adaptive Bluetooth and Apple AirPlay 2 built in, you can enjoy music from even more apps and services, including Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Qobuz. Connect the Pulse 2i to digital music libraries stored on your computer or local network, and effortlessly browse and stream from your collection using the BluOS app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRoon Ready\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eRoon brings all your music together, so you don’t have to worry about where it’s stored, what format it’s in, or where you stream it from. Roon supports music files stored on internal and external hard drives and NAS, your iTunes library, live radio stations, and streamed content from TIDAL and Qobuz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Rich, Detailed, Dynamic Sound\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Pulse 2i and Pulse Mini 2i deliver rich, detailed, dynamic sound across their full frequency range. They’re exceptionally balanced in their voicing, there’s no artificial EQ enhancement to cause hearing fatigue,\" reports amie Madden in his review for \u003cem\u003eblog.roonlabs.net\u003c\/em\u003e. \"Bluesound delivers a natural sound stage that invites and rewards extended listening sessions. This is just exactly what you expect from a premium speaker; transparency, balance, and detail that brings you closer to your favorite music.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConvenient Voice Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith support for the most popular voice assistants, including Apple’s Siri and Amazon Alexa, control is more convenient that ever. Every supported voice assistant gives you easy, hands-free control over the music in your home so you can pause the music when the phone rings or ask what song is playing, all with your voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluVoice, which is the BluOS voice engine, controls all Bluesound Players – no matter which generation you have at home – bringing the latest tech to the speakers and systems that you love and continue to get better with every update. Set up a default room and use quick and easy voice commands to control your music using the long list of BluVoice custom commands. For example, you can use voice commands to play saved playlists, select your favorite radio station, adjust volume levels, or even group players together and play your music in perfect sync throughout the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEasy Setup, Impressive Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eUnlike many other wireless audio products, the Bluesound system is incredibly easy to set up and use. And the performance is unsurpassed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The entire system is designed for easy setup with no computer required. Users operate it with a smartphone or tablet BlueOS app,\" notes Grant Clauser in an \u003cem\u003eElectronicHouse.com\u003c\/em\u003e review of the original Bluesound system for October 18, 2013 \"Music from the Vault includes cover art to make it easy to find the album you're looking for… I was able to listen to all the Bluesound components in a hotel suite in New York this week. The performance was pretty impressive on all of them.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"For those people looking for a nice, simple, convenient and good-sounding one box\/one app solution for ripping CDs, playing your ripped and downloaded files, streaming music from Internet radio, Rdio, Slacker Radio, and Qobuz, and purchasing music from HighResAudio, the Bluesound Vault has got your number and its one of one in today's marketplace,\" reports Michael Lavorgna in his \u003cem\u003eAudiostream.com\u003c\/em\u003e, January 21, 2013 review of the original Bluesound system. \"Just add an iOS or Android device as a remote and you'll be rollin' in tunes in no time.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"It Can Pump Out Some Serious Bass\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The BluOS controller app is fantastic with a clean, logical layout which makes it intuitive to use. And then there's the sound quality which is much better than you'd expect from a relatively small box. It can pump out some serious bass but being a sealed design it's always controlled and it never overpowers the rest of the spectrum,\" observes Lemwise, \u003cem\u003eavsforum.com\u003c\/em\u003e, October 1, 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The midrange is clear and open and voices really shine. The treble is sweet and never overly bright which makes it an easy listen. Overall the sonic character is on the warm side but not too much and this speaker clearly shows the difference in recording quality.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBluesound Music Players\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBluesound players are designed and engineered by audiophiles. They have been tested and perfected at one of North America's most advanced sound labs by some of the same engineers and musicians who started the original hi-fi revolution in the 1970s, including PSB's Paul Barton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAdd other Bluesound components for more functionality. \"The entire system is designed for easy setup with no computer required,\" reports Grant Clauser at ElectronicHouse.com. \"Playlists can be created on the fly. Each component can be controlled individually, or grouped, so users can play different songs in each room or the same music all over the house.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNew! Support for Qobuz Connec\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBig news for music lovers! Starting September 2025, BluOS supports Qobuz Connect, making it easier than ever to enjoy your favorite tracks in stunning hi-resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith this update, you’ll be able to stream directly from the Qobuz app to any BluOS-enabled device from Bluesound, NAD Electronics, PSB Speakers, Cyrus Audio, DALI Speakers, and Monitor Audio — all at up to 24-bit\/192 kHz quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBrowse, search, and play right inside the Qobuz app, while BluOS handles what it does best: seamless, reliable multi-room playback. 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