What's in the box:

• NAD C 328 owner's manual

• Stereo integrated amplifier

• 6' AC power cord

• Remote control (AMP 3)

• CR2025 3V battery (installed in remote)

• Bluetooth antenna

• Quick Setup Guide

• Warranty Card

C 328

Hybrid Digital Integrated Amplifier

Flexible. Powerful. Efficient.

Features:

• 40 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.03% THD

• 40 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.03% THD

• 4-ohm stable for use with a wide range of speakers

• Class D Asymmetrical PowerDrive amplifier design

• 24-bit/192kHz digital-to-analog converter for high-performance playback of digitally connected sources such as a CD player

• built-in Bluetooth for wireless music streaming from a compatible device

• supports the aptX® codec for wirelessly streaming CD-quality sound

• independent built-in high-output headphone amplifier

• 4 digital audio inputs (2 optical/2 coaxial)

• 3 stereo RCA audio inputs, including a phono input (for use with a moving magnet cartridge)

• subwoofer output

• full-size headphone jack

• pair of binding post speaker connectors

• detachable power cord

• RS-232 port

• remote control

• signal-to-noise ratio: 95 dB line; 75 dB phono

• 17-3/16"W x 2-13/16"H x 11-1/4"D

• weight: 10.8 lbs.

• warranty: 2 years

Getting the Basics Right

When it comes to Classic Series amplifiers, no feature is overlooked. Low noise circuits, precise volume control action, and accurate channel balance are all key characteristics of the C 328. With the added bonus of proper input and output impedance traits, plus high overload margins and stability with difficult speaker loads, the C 328 is the best choice for audiophiles who are just starting to build their dream systems. The C 328 also includes a MM phono stage with precisely correct RIAA equalization, high overload margins, extremely low noise, and an innovative circuit to suppress infrasonic noise that is present on all LPs—all without affecting bass response.

Versatility in Spades

The line inputs of the C 328 can accommodate all kinds of analogue source components. It offers ideal input impedance attributes with linear, ultra-low noise buffer amplifiers to prevent any sonic degradation caused by improper loading of the source device. The C 328 also features a separate headphone amplifier with low output impedance and very high output voltage capability, enough in fact to drive even high impedance studio monitor headphones. The low impedance line outputs can also connect to a subwoofer to further extend the versatility of the C 328.

Ready for Streaming

With support for Bluetooth, you can instantly connect and listen to the music service of your choice, or wirelessly stream music and playlists stored directly on your smartphone, tablet or computer. Plus, with its high performance digital circuitry, Bluetooth streaming has never sounded as good as it does with the C 328.

Sophisticated Power

Since moving away from old-fashioned linear power supplies and Class AB output stages, NAD has developed even better performing circuits based on switch mode power supplies and Class D output stages. Once thought to be inferior to traditional topologies, NAD’s advanced work in this area has led to some of the best performing amplifiers on the market today. These new designs are linear over a wide bandwidth and provide consistent performance into all speaker loads, delivering a dramatic advancement.

The power supply of the C 328 is able to provide over 100 watts of audio output when needed. The C 328 can operate with any AC mains voltage from 100V to 240V and provides pure DC power to all of its various stages. This extremely 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.

The C 328 uses a customised version of the proven Hypex UcD output stage. This allows for massive power with nearly immeasurable distortion and noise in the audible range. Every detail of this design has been carefully crafted and perfectly executed to wring out the best performance possible. The perfect starter amp for audiophiles and music lovers alike, the C 328 will flawlessly deliver NAD’s signature flexibility and expansive power.

ANALOGUE IN/HEADPHONE OUT

Continuous output power into 8 Ohms
and 4 Ohms

50W (ref. 20 Hz-20 kHz at rated THD, both channels driven)

THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

<0.005 % at 1 V out

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

>100 dB (A-weighted, 32 ohms, ref. 2V out, unity gain)

Frequency response

±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

Output impedance

11 ohms

ANALOG IN/SUBWOOFER OUT

THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

ANALOGUE IN/HEADPHONE OUT

Continuous output power into 8 Ohms
and 4 Ohms

50W (ref. 20 Hz-20 kHz at rated THD, both channels driven)

THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

<0.005 % at 1 V out

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

>100 dB (A-weighted, 32 ohms, ref. 2V out, unity gain)

Frequency response

±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

Output impedance

11 ohms

ANALOG IN/SUBWOOFER OUT

THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

<0.005 % at 1 V out

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

>100 dB (A-weighted, 32 ohms, ref. 2V out, unity gain)

Frequency response

±0.2 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

Output impedance

200 ohms

ANALOG IN/SPEAKER OUT

THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

<0.03 % (100 mW to 40 W, 8 ohms and 4 ohms)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

>95 dB (A-weighted, 500 mV input, ref. 1 W out 8 ohms)

Frequency response

±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

PHONO IN/SPEAKER OUT

THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

<0.03 % (200 mW to 40 W, 8 ohms and 4 ohms)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

>75 dB with IHF MM cartridge (A-weighted, ref. 5mV input 1 kHz and 1W output in 8 ohms)

Frequency response(RIAA deviation)

±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)Note:The RIAA response is consistent with a pre-emphasis that is rolled off at 50kHz by a second order filter, such as used in Neumann cutting lathes.

POWER CONSUMPTION

at ECO Standby mode

0.5 Watts*

at Control Standby mode

0.6 Watts**

OFF mode (Power switched OFF)

0 Watts* – After 20 minutes of no user interface interaction and no active source input
** – With established wireless Bluetooth connectivity and 20 minutes of no user interface interaction and no active source inputNOTE: Bluetooth connectivity is always live when configured.

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT

Gross dimensions (W x H x D)

435 x 70 x 285 mm (17 1/8 x 2 13/16 x 11 1/4″)

Net weight

4.9 kg (10.8 lbs)

Shipping weight

5.9 kg (13.0 lbs)

<0.005 % at 1 V out

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

>100 dB (A-weighted, 32 ohms, ref. 2V out, unity gain)

Frequency response

±0.2 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

Output impedance

200 ohms

ANALOG IN/SPEAKER OUT

THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

<0.03 % (100 mW to 40 W, 8 ohms and 4 ohms)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

>95 dB (A-weighted, 500 mV input, ref. 1 W out 8 ohms)

Frequency response

±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

PHONO IN/SPEAKER OUT

THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

<0.03 % (200 mW to 40 W, 8 ohms and 4 ohms)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

>75 dB with IHF MM cartridge (A-weighted, ref. 5mV input 1 kHz and 1W output in 8 ohms)

Frequency response(RIAA deviation)

±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)Note:The RIAA response is consistent with a pre-emphasis that is rolled off at 50kHz by a second order filter, such as used in Neumann cutting lathes.

POWER CONSUMPTION

at ECO Standby mode

0.5 Watts*

at Control Standby mode

0.6 Watts**

OFF mode (Power switched OFF)

0 Watts* – After 20 minutes of no user interface interaction and no active source input
** – With established wireless Bluetooth connectivity and 20 minutes of no user interface interaction and no active source inputNOTE: Bluetooth connectivity is always live when configured.

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT

Gross dimensions (W x H x D)

435 x 70 x 285 mm (17 1/8 x 2 13/16 x 11 1/4″)

Net weight

4.9 kg (10.8 lbs)

Shipping weight

5.9 kg (13.0 lbs)

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