AMPLIFIERS
NAD C 388
Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier
AMPLIFIERS
NAD C 389
Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier
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The NAD C 388 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier is a standout choice in the realm of affordable amplification, offering remarkable power and advanced technologies such as Asymmetrical PowerDrive™ for driving even the most demanding speakers without dynamic compression. Its sophisticated preamplifier circuit ensures low noise at all volume levels, providing a distraction-free music listening experience. With the inclusion of the BluOS™ module, this amplifier features a cutting-edge music management system that wirelessly streams your music library over your home Wi-Fi network. Additionally, Bluetooth® connectivity allows instant access to various streaming services. The C 388 proves to be a highly flexible and essential addition to your home audio system, accommodating a variety of sources both past and present.
The NAD C 388 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier is a standout choice in the realm of affordable amplification, offering remarkable power and advanced technologies such as Asymmetrical PowerDrive™ for driving even the most demanding speakers without dynamic compression. Its sophisticated preamplifier circuit ensures low noise at all volume levels, providing a distraction-free music listening experience. With the inclusion of the BluOS™ module, this amplifier features a cutting-edge music management system that wirelessly streams your music library over your home Wi-Fi network. Additionally, Bluetooth® connectivity allows instant access to various streaming services. The C 388 proves to be a highly flexible and essential addition to your home audio system, accommodating a variety of sources both past and present.
| Key Features | |
|---|---|
| Key Features 150W x 2 Continuous power into 8 or 4 Ohms | Bluetooth A2DP with aptX supported |
| Key Features MM Phono input | Analogue line inputs |
| Key Features USB port for service purposes | SPDIF coax and optical inputs |
| Key Features Speaker A, Speaker B | Preamp/Subwoofer out |
| Key Features Headphone amplifier | MDC Slots for future upgrades |
| Key Features IR Remote | Smartphone Control App |
| Key Features 12V Trigger in/out | IR in/out |
| Key Features RS-232 Serial port for control | Control4, Crestron, RTI, URC, AMX, Savant, Elan certified |
| Preamplifier Line Input, Pre Out | |
|---|---|
| Preamplifier Line Input, Pre Out THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz) | <0.005% at 2V out |
| Preamplifier Line Input, Pre Out Signal/Noise Ratio | >106dB (IHF; A-weighted, ref. 500mV out, unity gain) |
| Preamplifier Line Input, Pre Out Channel Separation | >80dB (1kHz); >70dB (10kHz) |
| Preamplifier Line Input, Pre Out Input Impedance (R and C) | 22 kilohm + 100pF |
| Preamplifier Line Input, Pre Out Maximum Input Signal | >4.5Vrms (ref. 0.1% THD) |
| Preamplifier Line Input, Pre Out Output Impedance | Source Z + 240 Ohm |
| Preamplifier Line Input, Pre Out Input Sensitivity | 93mV (ref. 500mV out, Volume maximum) |
| Preamplifier Line Input, Pre Out Frequency Response | ±0.03dB (20Hz-20kHz) |
| Preamplifier Line Input, Pre Out Maximum voltage output – IHF load | >4.5V (ref. 0.1% THD) |
| Preamplifier Line Input, Pre Out Tone Controls | >4.5V (ref. 0.1% THD) |
| Preamplifier Line Input, Pre Out Maximum voltage output – IHF load | Treble: ±7.0dB at 20kHz |
| Preamplifier Line Input, Pre Out | Bass: ±7.0dB at 60Hz |
| Preamplifier Line Input, Pre Out | Balance: -10dB |
| Phono Input, Pre Out | |
|---|---|
| Phono Input, Pre Out THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz) | <0.01% at 2V out |
| Phono Input, Pre Out Signal-to-Noise Ratio | >84dB (200 Ohm source; A-weighted, ref. 500mV out) |
| Phono Input, Pre Out | >76dB (MM cartridge source, IHF; A-weighted, ref. 500mV out) |
| Phono Input, Pre Out Input Sensitivity | 1.44mV (ref. 500mV out, Volume maximum) |
| Phono Input, Pre Out Frequency Response | ±0.3dB (20Hz-20kHz) |
| Phono Input, Pre Out Maximum Input Signal at 1kHz | >80mVrms (ref. 0.1% THD) |
| Line In, Headphone Out | |
|---|---|
| Line In, Headphone Out THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz) | <0.005% at 1V out |
| Line In, Headphone Out Signal/Noise Ratio | >110dB (32 Ohm loads; A-weighted, ref. 2V out, unity gain) |
| Line In, Headphone Out Frequency response | ±0.3dB (20Hz-20kHz) |
| Line In, Headphone Out Channel Separation | >60dB at 1kHz |
| Line In, Headphone Out Output Impedance | 6 Ohms |
| General Specifications | |
|---|---|
| General Specifications Continuous Output Power into 4 Ohms and 8 Ohms (Stereo) | >150W (at rated THD, 20-20kHz, both channels driven) |
| General Specifications IHF Dynamic Power | 8 Ohm 250W |
| General Specifications | 4 Ohm 350W |
| General Specifications | 2 Ohm 400W |
| General Specifications THD (20Hz-20kHz) | <0.02% (250mW to 150W, 8 Ohm and 4 Ohm) |
| General Specifications Signal/Noise Ratio | >95dB (A-weighted, 500mV input ref. 1W out in 8 Ohm) |
| General Specifications Clipping Power | >160W (at 1kHz 0.1% THD) |
| General Specifications Peak output current | >20A (in 1 Ohm, 1ms) |
| General Specifications Damping Factor | >150 (ref. 8 Ohm, 20Hz and 6.5kHz) |
| General Specifications Frequency Response | ±0.03 (20Hz-20kHz) |
| General Specifications Channel Separation | >75dB (1kHz) |
| General Specifications | >70dB (10kHz) |
| General Specifications Input Sensitivity (for 80W in 8 Ohms) | Line In: 490mV; Phono In: 7.5mV; Digital In: 24% FS |
| General Specifications Sample Rate | up to 24 bit/192kHz |
| General Specifications Frequency Band | 2.402G – 2.480G |
| General Specifications Maximum Transmit Power (dBm) | 7dBm ±2dBm |
| Power Consumption | |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption at Auto Standby ON and Network Standby OFF | 0.5 Watts* |
| Power Consumption at Auto Standby ON and Network Standby ON | 1.2 Watts** |
| Power Consumption OFF mode (Power switched OFF) | 0.1 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 input
NOTE: Bluetooth connectivity is always live when configured
| Weight & Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Weight & Dimensions Gross Dimensions (W x H x D)* | 435 x 100 x 390mm (17 1/8 x 3 15/16 x 15 3/8)” |
| Weight & Dimensions Net Weight | 11.2kg (24.7lb) |
| Weight & Dimensions Shipping Weight | 13.6kg (30lb) |
*Gross dimensions include feet, extended buttons and rear panel terminal
Unprecedented Flexibility
The NAD C 388 offers expansive power and versatility, seamlessly integrating with various music sources, both past and future. With cutting-edge technological breakthroughs, this hybrid digital amplifier delivers a nearly limitless reservoir of power, allowing your speakers to unveil every nuance of musical detail.
Precision and Connectivity
Getting the basics right, NAD ensures precise performance by including an MM Phono stage, low-noise buffer amplifiers, and a dedicated headphone amplifier. The amplifier’s future-proof modular design allows customization with upgrade modules, including advanced features like 4K video HDMI switching and the BluOS music management system.
Smart Wireless Integration
Connect and stream effortlessly with the C 388 through Bluetooth® aptX®, delivering true CD-quality sound. The optional BluOS Module enables seamless access to local networks via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, providing Hi-Res Audio streaming. The control app facilitates easy management, making the C 388 an integral part of a complete multi-room wireless music system.
Sophisticated Power Efficiency
NAD revolutionizes power supply with advanced circuits based on switch mode power supplies and Class D output stages. Departing from traditional designs, the C 388 ensures high efficiency, consistent performance across speaker loads, and minimal distortion. The customized Hypex UcD output stage, operating in a fully balanced bridge configuration, maximizes power output with negligible audible distortion.
Unprecedented Flexibility
The NAD C 388 offers expansive power and versatility, seamlessly integrating with various music sources, both past and future. With cutting-edge technological breakthroughs, this hybrid digital amplifier delivers a nearly limitless reservoir of power, allowing your speakers to unveil every nuance of musical detail.
Precision and Connectivity
Getting the basics right, NAD ensures precise performance by including an MM Phono stage, low-noise buffer amplifiers, and a dedicated headphone amplifier. The amplifier’s future-proof modular design allows customization with upgrade modules, including advanced features like 4K video HDMI switching and the BluOS music management system.
Smart Wireless Integration
Connect and stream effortlessly with the C 388 through Bluetooth® aptX®, delivering true CD-quality sound. The optional BluOS Module enables seamless access to local networks via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, providing Hi-Res Audio streaming. The control app facilitates easy management, making the C 388 an integral part of a complete multi-room wireless music system.
Sophisticated Power Efficiency
NAD revolutionizes power supply with advanced circuits based on switch mode power supplies and Class D output stages. Departing from traditional designs, the C 388 ensures high efficiency, consistent performance across speaker loads, and minimal distortion. The customized Hypex UcD output stage, operating in a fully balanced bridge configuration, maximizes power output with negligible audible distortion.
Downloads
MANUAL
DATA SHEET
OTHER
To download a copy of the firmware for your NAD unit please contact support
SOFTWARE
Control Integration
CONTROL 4
CRESTRON
URC
RTI
LUTRON
NICE/ELAN
OTHER
Downloads
MANUAL
DATA SHEET
OTHER
To download a copy of the firmware for your NAD unit please contact support
SOFTWARE
Control Integration
SOFTWARE
CRESTRON
URC
RTI
LUTRON
NICE/ELAN
OTHER
The NAD C 388 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier is a standout choice in the realm of affordable amplification, offering remarkable power and advanced technologies such as Asymmetrical PowerDrive™ for driving even the most demanding speakers without dynamic compression. Its sophisticated preamplifier circuit ensures low noise at all volume levels, providing a distraction-free music listening experience. With the inclusion of the BluOS™ module, this amplifier features a cutting-edge music management system that wirelessly streams your music library over your home Wi-Fi network. Additionally, Bluetooth® connectivity allows instant access to various streaming services. The C 388 proves to be a highly flexible and essential addition to your home audio system, accommodating a variety of sources both past and present.
The NAD C 388 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier is a standout choice in the realm of affordable amplification, offering remarkable power and advanced technologies such as Asymmetrical PowerDrive™ for driving even the most demanding speakers without dynamic compression. Its sophisticated preamplifier circuit ensures low noise at all volume levels, providing a distraction-free music listening experience. With the inclusion of the BluOS™ module, this amplifier features a cutting-edge music management system that wirelessly streams your music library over your home Wi-Fi network. Additionally, Bluetooth® connectivity allows instant access to various streaming services. The C 388 proves to be a highly flexible and essential addition to your home audio system, accommodating a variety of sources both past and present.
| Key Features | |
|---|---|
| 150W x 2 Continuous power into 8 or 4 Ohms | Bluetooth A2DP with aptX supported |
| MM Phono input | Analogue line inputs |
| USB port for service purposes | SPDIF coax and optical inputs |
| Speaker A, Speaker Bs | Preamp/Subwoofer out |
| Headphone amplifier | MDC Slots for future upgrades |
| IR remote | Smartphone Control App |
| 12V Trigger in/out | IR in/out |
| RS-232 Serial port for control | Control4, Crestron, RTI, URC, AMX, Savant, Elan certified |
| Preamplifier Line Input, Pre Out | |
|---|---|
| THD (20Hz-20kHz) | <0.005% at 2V out |
| Signal/Noise Ratio | >106dB (IHF; A-weighted, ref. 500mV out, unity gain) |
| Channel Separation | >80dB (1kHz); >70dB (10kHz) |
| Input Impedance (R and C) | 22 kilohm + 100pF |
| Maximum Input Signal | >4.5Vrms (ref. 0.1% THD) |
| Output Impedance | Source Z + 240 Ohm |
| Input Sensitivity | 93mV (ref. 500mV out, Volume maximum) |
| Frequency Response | ±0.03dB (20Hz-20kHz) |
| Maximum voltage output – IHF load | >4.5V (ref. 0.1% THD) |
| Tone Controls | Treble: ±7.0dB at 20kHz |
| Bass: ±7.0dB at 60Hz | |
| Balance: -10dB | |
| Phono Input, Pre Out | |
|---|---|
| THD (20Hz-20kHz) | <0.01% at 2V out |
| Signal/Noise Ratio | >84dB (200 Ohm source; A-weighted, ref. 500mV out) |
| >76dB (MM cartridge source, IHF; A-weighted, ref. 500mV out) | |
| Input Sensitivity | 1.44mV (ref. 500mV out, Volume maximum) |
| Frequency Response | ±0.3dB (20Hz-20kHz) |
| Maximum Input Signal at 1kHz | >80mVrms (ref. 0.1% THD) |
| Line Input, Headphone Out | |
|---|---|
| THD (20Hz-20kHz) | <0.005% at 1V out |
| Signal/Noise Ratio | >110dB (32 Ohm loads; A-weighted, ref. 2V out, unity gain) |
| Frequency Response | ±0.3dB (20Hz-20kHz) |
| Channel Separation | >60dB at 1kHz |
| Output Impedance | 6 Ohms |
| General Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Continuous output Power into 4 Ohms and 8 Ohms (Stereo) | >150W (at rated THD, 20-20kHz, both channels driven) |
| IHF Dynamic Power | 8 Ohm 250W |
| 4 Ohm 350W | |
| 2 Ohm 400W | |
| THD (20Hz-20kHz) | <0.02% (250mW to 150W, 8 Ohm and 4 Ohm) |
| Signal/Noise Ratio | >95dB (A-weighted, 500mV input ref. 1W out in 8 Ohm) |
| Clipping Power | >160W (at 1kHz 0.1% THD) |
| Peak Output Current | >20A (in 1 Ohm, 1ms) |
| Damping Factor | >150 (ref. 8 Ohm, 20Hz and 6.5kHz) |
| Frequency Response | ±0.03 (20Hz-20kHz) |
| Channel Separation | >75dB (1kHz) |
| >70dB (10kHz) | |
| Input Sensitivity (for 80W in 8 Ohm) | Line In: 490mV; Phono In: 7.5mV; Digital In: 24% FS |
| Sample Rate | up to 24 bit/192kHz |
| Frequency Band | 2.402G – 2.480G |
| Maximum Transmit Power (dBm) | 7dBm ±2dBm |
| Power Consumption | |
|---|---|
| at Auto Standby ON and Network Standby OFF | 0.5 Watts* |
| at Auto Standby ON and Network Standby ON | 1.2 Watts** |
| OFF mode (Power switched OFF) | 0.1 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 input
NOTE: Bluetooth connectivity is always live when configured
| Weight & Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Gross Dimensions (W x H x D)* | 435 x 120 x 390mm (17 1/8 x 4 3/4 x 15 3/8)” |
| Net Weight | 11.2kg (24.7lb) |
| Shipping Weight | 13.6kg (30lb) |
*Gross dimensions include feet, extended buttons and rear panel terminals
Unprecedented Flexibility
The NAD C 388 offers expansive power and versatility, seamlessly integrating with various music sources, both past and future. With cutting-edge technological breakthroughs, this hybrid digital amplifier delivers a nearly limitless reservoir of power, allowing your speakers to unveil every nuance of musical detail.
Precision and Connectivity
Getting the basics right, NAD ensures precise performance by including an MM Phono stage, low-noise buffer amplifiers, and a dedicated headphone amplifier. The amplifier’s future-proof modular design allows customization with upgrade modules, including advanced features like 4K video HDMI switching and the BluOS music management system.
Smart Wireless Integration
Connect and stream effortlessly with the C 388 through Bluetooth® aptX®, delivering true CD-quality sound. The optional BluOS Module enables seamless access to local networks via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, providing Hi-Res Audio streaming. The control app facilitates easy management, making the C 388 an integral part of a complete multi-room wireless music system.
Sophisticated Power Efficiency
NAD revolutionizes power supply with advanced circuits based on switch mode power supplies and Class D output stages. Departing from traditional designs, the C 388 ensures high efficiency, consistent performance across speaker loads, and minimal distortion. The customized Hypex UcD output stage, operating in a fully balanced bridge configuration, maximizes power output with negligible audible distortion.
Unprecedented Flexibility
The NAD C 388 offers expansive power and versatility, seamlessly integrating with various music sources, both past and future. With cutting-edge technological breakthroughs, this hybrid digital amplifier delivers a nearly limitless reservoir of power, allowing your speakers to unveil every nuance of musical detail.
Precision and Connectivity
Getting the basics right, NAD ensures precise performance by including an MM Phono stage, low-noise buffer amplifiers, and a dedicated headphone amplifier. The amplifier’s future-proof modular design allows customization with upgrade modules, including advanced features like 4K video HDMI switching and the BluOS music management system.
Smart Wireless Integration
Connect and stream effortlessly with the C 388 through Bluetooth® aptX®, delivering true CD-quality sound. The optional BluOS Module enables seamless access to local networks via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, providing Hi-Res Audio streaming. The control app facilitates easy management, making the C 388 an integral part of a complete multi-room wireless music system.
Sophisticated Power Efficiency
NAD revolutionizes power supply with advanced circuits based on switch mode power supplies and Class D output stages. Departing from traditional designs, the C 388 ensures high efficiency, consistent performance across speaker loads, and minimal distortion. The customized Hypex UcD output stage, operating in a fully balanced bridge configuration, maximizes power output with negligible audible distortion.
Downloads
MANUAL
DATA SHEET
OTHER
To download a copy of the firmware for your NAD unit please contact support
SOFTWARE
Control Integration
CONTROL 4
CRESTRON
URC
RTI
LUTRON
NICE/ELAN
OTHER
Downloads
MANUAL
DATA SHEET
OTHER
To download a copy of the firmware for your NAD unit please contact support
SOFTWARE
Control Integration
SOFTWARE
CRESTRON
URC
RTI
LUTRON
NICE/ELAN
