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You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
The NAD C 316BEE V2 is a budget reference amplifier that offers a combination of high current drive and undistorted dynamic power. This is achieved through NAD's PowerDrive Circuit, which monitors the operating condition of the power amplifier to automatically optimize the power supply settings for maximum power and low distortion in real-world music listening. The PowerDrive Circuit is a sophisticated 'analogue computer' that determines the optimal settings and is now available in this budget-friendly model, thanks to the development of a new computation circuit by NAD's Director of Advanced Development, Bjorn Erik Edvardsen.
This budget amplifier is packed with all the hallmarks of NAD technology, including a generously sized toroidal power transformer, low ESR smoothing capacitors, multiple regulated secondary supplies, and heavy-duty discrete output transistors. It is every bit as refined and sophisticated as other NAD amplifiers, and will set new benchmarks for performance at its affordable price point. Unless you have power-hungry speakers, listen at dangerously loud levels, or have a large room, the C 316BEE V2 is the perfect amplifier for you.
In terms of simplicity, the C 316BEE V2 has everything necessary for musical enjoyment, with six inputs, one set of speakers, a headphone jack, and full function remote control. It has a compact size and an understated exterior, making it essential NAD. Despite its limited features, it is fully equipped to be the control center for a high-performance music system, with five line level inputs, an MM Phono Input, a front panel input for a phone or tablet, and defeatable tone controls.
The continuous power of the C 316BEE V2 is a conservative 40 watts, but its dynamic power (more important for music listening) is over 100 watts, making it one of the most usable amplifiers in its price range. This high technology results in a relaxed and inviting sound that brings out the subtle details in your favorite recordings, presents them across a panoramic stereo sound stage, and makes the music sound articulate and alive. The silent background and low distortion give a sense of solidity and presence to your music and bring out the best in your loudspeakers.
Feature | Line In / Headphone Out | Line In / Speaker Out | Phono In / Speaker Out |
---|---|---|---|
THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz) | <0.03% in 300 ohms at 2V out | <0.03% (250 mW to 40W, 8 ohms and 4 ohms) | <0.03% (1W to 40W, 8 ohms and 4 ohms) |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | >100 dB (A-weighted, 32 ohms, ref. 2V out, unity gain) | >95 dB (A-weighted, 500 mV input, ref. 1W out in 8 ohms)<br>>97 dB (A-weighted, 500 mV input, unity gain in 32 ohms) | >75 dB with IHF MM cartridge (A-weighted, ref. 5mV input 1 kHz and 1W output in 8 ohms) |
Frequency response | ±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz) | ±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz, Tone Defeat ON)<br>Treble: ± 5dB at 10 kHz<br>Bass: ± 8dB at 100 Hz | +0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz, Tone Defeat ON) |
Output impedance | 8 ohms | - | - |
Continuous output power into 8 ohms and 4 ohms | - | 40W (ref. 20 Hz-20 kHz at rated THD, both channels driven) | - |
Clipping power (at 1 kHz 0.1% THD) | - | >45W in 8 ohms<br>>60W in 4 ohms | - |
IHF dynamic power | - | 8 ohms: 90W<br>4 ohms: 120W<br>2 ohms: 170W | - |
Damping factor | - | >200 (ref. 8 ohms, 1 kHz) | - |
Channel separation | - | >70 dB (1 kHz) | - |
Maximum input level | - | 4.3V (1 kHz THD 0.1%) | 71 mV (1 kHz THD 0.1%) |
Input sensitivity (for 40W in 8 ohms) | - | 200 mV | 2.95 mV |
Standby power | - | <0.5W | - |
Gross dimensions (W x H x D) | - | 17 1/8 x 3 9/16 x 11 1/4 inches<br>435 x 90 x 285 mm | - |
Net weight | - | 5.5 kg (12.1 lbs) | - |
Shipping weight | - | 6.4 kg (14.1 lbs) | - |
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
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