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Full-featured Entry-level Powerhouse with DAC and Phono StageIn recent years, NAD has moved away from the old-fashioned linear power supplies and Class AB output stages that waste energy, and has instead developed better performing circuits based on switch mode power supplies and Class D output stages. Once thought to be inferior to traditional topologies, NAD's advancements have created some of the best performing amplifiers regardless of basic design principle. These new designs are very linear over a wide bandwidth and provide consistent performance into all speaker loads, providing a dramatic advance over previous models. NAD's entry level C 338 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier provides a room-filling 2 X 50W Continuous Power into 8 ohms or 4 ohms, and Dynamic Power of 90W at 8 ohms, 150W at 4 ohms, and 200W at 2 ohms. This highly efficient supply also provides near perfect regulation of voltage across a wide range of conditions and provides a solid noise-free foundation for the amplifying stages. Digital and Analog ConnectivityConnect instantly to the C 338 with Bluetooth to stream music wirelessly from any Bluetooth-enabled device. SPDIF coax and optical inputs for digital sources and take advantage of the built-in 24-bit/192 kHz DAC. Wi-Fi and Network Streaming and support both Google Cast and Spotify Connect. It also provides access to internet radio stations and can serve as an UPnP Client for network streaming from a local NAS library. Vinyl lovers will appreciate the MM Phono stage with precisely accurate RIAA equalization, high overload margins, extremely low noise, and an innovative circuit to suppress infrasonic noise. Line inputs can accommodate all kinds of analogue source components by offering ideal input impedance characteristics with linear ultra-low-noise buffer amplifiers. NAD Re-Invents the Integrated AmpThree new Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifiers from NAD Electronics cover a wide range of technologies, power, and price points while providing best-in-class performance and value. The new line consists of the entry-level C 338, the mid-level C 368, and the powerhouse C 388. Deploying the three major technology innovations recently debuted in the company's High End Masters Series components, NAD has upped the ante for competitive features and performance in affordable two-channel power amplifiers. Hybrid Digital Amplification bring new levels of performance to the category. Modular Design Construction is future ready for easy feature upgrades. Finally, BluOS™ Wireless Multi-room Audio provides a hi-res option for streaming music. While appearing traditional in design – retaining the classic look of quality hi-fi separates – these high performance amps overflow with cutting edge digital technology along with must-have features and operation. Excelling with Music Sources Past, Present, and FutureThe entry-level C 338 is a compact yet powerful integrated amp designed in the classic NAD tradition by offering high end sound and specifications at a remarkably affordable price. Wireless network and streaming audio are fully supported by Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The two upper models, the C 368 C 388, are what NAD terms Future Proof Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifiers, and they are as intelligent as they are powerful. The C 388 and C 368 are Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifiers that bring together all the critical elements of a top performing music system. They excel with music sources past, present, and future, while providing a nearly unrestricted reservoir of power that allows your speakers to reveal every nuance of musical detail. Inputs include MM Phono, Stereo Line, Optical Digital and Coax Digital. Their advanced amplifier stages include many cutting-edge technological breakthroughs developed by NAD over decades of creating affordable ultra-high performance audio components. The C 338 provides 2 X 50W Continuous Power into 8 or 4 Ohms (150W Dynamic @4 Ohms). The C 368 offers 2 X 80W (240W Dynamic @4 Ohms), while the C 388 delivers 2 X 150W (350W Dynamic @4 Ohms), both conservatively rated and with virtually no audible noise or distortion. Overview
"By delivering on a hybrid Class D amplifier design, NAD has produced an amp with a very ‘neutral’ sound field capable of very loud sound reinforcement without strain. The dynamic power available is quite something to hear." "...the solid reputation of NAD in producing cost effective integrated amplifiers that sound very good is rendered intact." "With more than a casual nod to the future, the NAD C338 amplifier highlights both Class D design and on-board streaming. NAD touts the C338 as being the first hi-fi amp with Chromecast Built-in, and it makes using streaming services a snap. This is clearly the best extra feature offered by the amplifier and makes it well worth the cost." "The NAD C338 is firmly recommended." - David Neice, Wall of Sound, August 1, 2021 NAD Electronics | NAD C 338 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier
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