The NAD C 338 is the most versatile amplifier in NAD’s lineup, combining cutting-edge digital technology with an audiophile-grade analog performance. Featuring Chromecast built-in, Bluetooth streaming, and NAD’s exclusive HybridDigital™ Class D amplifier technology, this compact powerhouse offers 50W x 2 continuous power and the ability to effortlessly drive even demanding speakers. With a built-in phono stage, headphone amplifier, and subwoofer output, the C 338 is ready to be the heart of your audio system—whether you're a vinyl enthusiast, digital streamer, or casual listener.
Preamplifier | |
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Line In, Subwoofer Out - THD (20Hz-20kHz) | <0.005% at 2V out |
Signal/Noise Ratio | >106dB (IHF; A-weighted, 500mV out, unity gain) |
Input Impedance (R and C) | 56 kilohm + 100pF |
Maximum Input Signal | >4.5Vrms (ref. 0.1% THD) |
Output Impedance | Source Z + 200 Ohm |
Input Sensitivity | 50mV (100Hz ref. 500mV out, Volume max) |
Maximum Voltage Output – IHF Load | >4.5V (ref. 0.1% THD) |
Line In, Headphone Out | |
THD (20Hz-20kHz) | <0.005% at 1V out |
Signal/Noise Ratio | >105dB (A-weighted, 32 Ohm loads, ref. 2V out) |
Frequency Response | ±0.3dB (20Hz-20kHz) |
Channel Separation | >56dB at 1kHz |
Output Impedance | 0.5 Ohm |
General Specifications - Line In, Speaker Out | |
Continuous Output Power | >50W into 4/8 Ohms |
IHF Dynamic Power | 8 Ohm: 90W, 4 Ohm: 150W, 2 Ohm: 200W |
THD (20Hz-20kHz) | <0.03% (250mW to 50W) |
Signal/Noise Ratio | >98dB (A-weighted, ref. 1W out in 8 Ohm) |
Clipping Power | >60W (at 1kHz, 0.1% THD) |
Peak Output Current | >18A (1 Ohm, 1 ms) |
Damping Factor | >300 (ref. 8 Ohm, 20Hz to 6.5kHz) |
Frequency Response | ±0.3 dB (20Hz-20kHz) |
Channel Separation | 1kHz: >75dB, 10kHz: >65dB |
Input Sensitivity | Line In: 380mV, Digital In: 18% FS |
Sample Rate | Up to 24-bit/192kHz |
Phono In, Speaker Out | |
THD (20Hz-20kHz) | <0.3% at 50W out |
Signal/Noise Ratio | >82dB (200 Ohm source), >76dB (MM cartridge) |
Input Sensitivity | 4.1mV (ref. 50W 1kHz 4 Ohm out) |
Frequency Response | ±0.3dB (20Hz-20kHz) |
Input Impedance | 47 kilohm + 100pF |
Maximum Input Signal | >80mVrms (ref. 0.1% THD) |
Power Consumption | |
ECO Standby Mode | 0.4W* |
Control Standby Mode | 1.8W** |
Off Mode | 0W |
Dimensions | |
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 | 4.85 kg |