NAD C 328
Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Alan
I have been living with the C328 for a couple of months now. I have used it in two very different rooms, with two very different pairs of speakers (BR03s, ELAC F6.2s.) Sources have been BT from both a phone and a computer, a CD player as is and as a transport, a turntable, and TV audio. The amp presents as neutral as far as tone. It doesn't really color the sound one way or the other. It is lively in that it had no problem driving the ELACs. Pairing with the BR03s is the sweet spot. The phono input has a decent moving magnet pre-amp making this a user friendly amp for digital, analog, and turntable use. The DAC is good. In comparison to the DAC from the CD player used (an AXC35) it is smoother, more airy and spacious, and has more presence in the mids and lows with the highs somewhat rolled off. Probably above par for integrated amps at this price point. BT connectivity is solid and stable. I have experienced no dropped signals. There are no tone controls, just the bass boost, so choose your speakers wisely. Caveats: The display panel is small. You will not be able to read it from across the room. The volume knob is odd in that it has more resistance than I expected. Most of the time I make adjustments using the remote, so, not really an issue. And I don't think anybody designs with "knob feel" considerations anymore.Bottom line: It's about the sound. The sound is excellent. I thoroughly enjoy listening to the C328!
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Crutchfield customer
Great Audiophile entry amp! It sounds sonically level and has enough power to fill a 12 x12.5 x 8 listening room. Sleek low key appearance makes it blend well into the room without taking much space and a minimalist-looking amp!
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Crutchfield customer
I am using the C 328 with Magneplanar MMGs and a subwoofer. I replaced a big old Kenwood amp that died and chose the C 328 on the basis of reviews and how well it drives low impedance speakers. The design, a development of class D amplification, also appealed to me. The sound is excellent, transparent with no obvious coloring, contrasting with the "warm" sound of the Kenwood. Although I did not find a full manual in the box (easily found on line at the NAD site), set up was extremely easy. So far I have used it with HD files delivered by optical input, standard audio files delivered by optical input, vinyl via the phono input, line input from a television and from an iPad via bluetooth. In each case the sound was as good as one could expect from the source, often better than I anticipated. The only minor glitch I have had encountered is that twice it has lost its bluetooth connection to my iPad, perhaps when my iPad was auto-updating, and it was difficult to reestablish the connection. I had to switch off the amp at its switch on the back and then the connection was easily re-established. This is a very minor problem, however, hardly worth mentioning. Overall, I love this amp. I think NAD has fully accomplished its goals with this amp.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Monte
Very nice little unit. Works perfectly for my little apartment.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Jose
This NAD integrated amplifier does not disappoint! I needed a stereo amplifier for my speakers connected to my computer so I splurged and I bought the NAD. Even though it does not have tone controls, the sound is amazing. I have it connected to OrbAudio speakers (4) and an OrbAudio mini subwoofer to my computer. I would say it's a bit of overkill, but I love it. The BlueTooth option is great. I can connect it to my tablet without problems. I am using an optical cable and the built-in DAC. If I could improve the NAD amplifier, I would add a USB option on the front. I like the power switch on the back so that it uses absolutely no power when it's off. I have not used the remote, but I'm glad it came with a remote. It has plenty of input options and a headphone output on the front. Overall, I am satisfied with Crutchfield service and the NAD amplifier. It makes my MP3s sound great!
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Georges
Plenty of power Very good blue tooth capability Never cuts so farWould have liked balance knob
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Crutchfield customer
This is an excellent unit. I bought it to replace an older NAD integrated amplifier that started to have some issues. However, I also wanted a unit with a digital converter. This unit is simple - no bells or whistles. But that is what I wanted. The Bluetooth works great with my iPhone, and the coaxial and digital inputs sound great. This unit is super quiet - no noise. But has a great sound. I wish there was a little more ability to EQ the sound, but the bass enhancers works great.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Crutchfield customer
Love the clean crisp response and sound. The bluetooth works flawlessly as well as the sub out feature. The quietness between cuts is something I've never experienced before too. I'm using this receiver in my shop which gets very hot in the summer, this receiver runs cooler than anything else previously used and should last a lot longer.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Crutchfield customer
Centerpiece of a simple system. Excellent, clear sound in a classic NAD package. My attachments-TV and BluRay DVD/CD. BlueTooth is a major plus. Powers a pair of PSB Alpha P3 speakers to levels beyond what my wife or neighbors will allow.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Guest
Good sounding, inexpensive amp with decent connectivity options. Chromecast implementation is quite poor though. Also wish we had a better eq.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Crutchfield customer
I've owned NAD products for years, and the C 328 is my latest purchase. Very clean and powerful amplifier at 50 W / side, but seems much stronger. I have small A/D/S 4 ohm bookshelf speakers, and an SVS sub. It doesn't have a tuner, but the Bluetooth suits me fine. It doesn't have balance control, but I have never used it in the past on any 2 channel stereo units. I intend on connecting my 4K tv, 4K dvd, and my Audio Technica turntable in the future. The remote controlis tiny, but capable enough to make changes to the settings on the unit easily.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Crutchfield customer
Better than my previous far more expensive amp receiver
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Crutchfield customer
Clean looking, great sound, sturdy build. Totally happy with my purchase.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Crutchfield customer
If you want a great integrated amp without breaking the bank this may be the way to go.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Crutchfield customer
Easy set up. Excellent sound. Absence of Bass , table and balance controls seems a short coming. Seamless wireless playability.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Crutchfield customer
Clean, simple and powerful enough to drive a pair of Bose bookshelf speakers I've had since the 80's. Connections are straightforward, rca for a turntable & optical for the tv with the added benefit of Bluetooth for an iPod or smartphone.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Crutchfield customer
Extraordinary sound from a budget priced amp. Provides extraordinary clean and clear sound quality allowing true and pure sound music to your favorite record or cd.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Dave
Marvelous sounding amp. Thought I also purchased new speakers! That's how good it sounds. Playing through Yamaha bookshelves and a Yamaha powered sub. My vinyl collection sounds just as good. Bluetooth is flawless with my phone or my old Apple I Pod. Bass EQ adds just the right amount of "punch" if needed. Cool running unit. After hours of listening it is barely warm to the touch. A winner!
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Crutchfield customer
I like the simplicity of this amp - after looking online and at stores at dozens of options, keepong track of all the features, pros and cons of all the different amps out there, Harley at Crutchfield was super helpful in recommending the NAD C 328.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Crutchfield customer
Great amp! Had some doubts about not having bass and treble controls, but it is not an issue, Love the DAC feature, makes my CD's sound fantastic.
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Reviewed on www.ebay.com·ronkable
The C328 has proven itself to be an incredible amp. It is impressive how many features that it has got. It's a preamp, DAC and amp.... all in one unit. The "Bass EQ" feature really helps bring out the lower frequencies without without mudding the mid range . Great cost savings. Great sound. The C328 has proven itself to be an incredible amp. It is impressive how many features that it has got. It's a preamp, DAC and amp.... all in one unit. The "Bass EQ" feature really helps bring out the lower frequencies without without mudding the mid range . Great cost savings. Great sound.
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Reviewed on www.ebay.com·ronkable
The C328 has proven itself to be an incredible amp. It is impressive how many features that it has got. It's a preamp, DAC and amp.... all in one unit. The "Bass EQ" feature really helps bring out the lower frequencies without without mudding the mid range . Great cost savings. Great sound.
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Reviewed on www.ebay.com·alrau3q5p
The amp IS factory refurbished--looks brand new. Works well.It's not as good as my tube amps, but won't over heat the music room in the summer, either.The amp IS factory refurbished--looks brand new. Works well.It's not as good as my tube amps, but won't over heat the music room in the summer, either.
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Reviewed on www.ebay.com·alrau3q5p
The amp IS factory refurbished--looks brand new. Works well.It's not as good as my tube amps, but won't over heat the music room in the summer, either.
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Reviewed on www.ebay.com·zee_el
The price of the refurbished amplifier, combined with the other reviews, prompted me to get the amp. The features and sound turned out to be as expected of NAD.The price of the refurbished amplifier, combined with the other reviews, prompted me to get the amp. The features and sound turned out to be as expected of NAD.
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Reviewed on www.ebay.com·zee_el
The price of the refurbished amplifier, combined with the other reviews, prompted me to get the amp. The features and sound turned out to be as expected of NAD.
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