Introducing the NAD C 316BEE V2 Integrated Amplifier
The NAD C 316BEE V2 is a budget-friendly integrated amplifier that combines proven audio technology with clever innovation, offering class-leading performance in power, distortion, and dynamic output. Featuring NAD’s PowerDrive circuit and refined internal components like a toroidal power transformer and low ESR smoothing capacitors, this compact amp delivers outstanding audio clarity and control. With essential features and versatile connectivity, it’s the perfect centerpiece for a high-performance yet simple audio setup.
Key Features
- 40W Continuous Power into 8/4 Ohms
- PowerDrive™ Circuit for dynamic performance
- 5 Line Level Inputs + MM Phono Input for Vinyl
- Front Panel Input for Portable Media Players
- Bass and Treble Controls with Tone Defeat
- Gold-Plated RCA Jacks & Multi-Way Speaker Binding Posts
- IR Remote Control
- High-quality Headphone Output
- Toroidal Power Transformer
- Low standby power consumption (<0.5W)
Technical Specifications
Line In / Headphone Out |
THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz) |
<0.03% in 300 ohms at 2 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 |
8 ohms |
Line In / Speaker Out |
Continuous Output Power |
40W (20 Hz–20 kHz, rated THD, both channels driven) |
THD |
<0.03% (250 mW to 40 W, 8 & 4 ohms) |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio |
>95 dB (500 mV input, ref. 1 W out in 8 ohms) |
|
>97 dB (500 mV input, unity gain in 32 ohms) |
Clipping Power |
>45 W in 8 ohms, >60 W in 4 ohms |
IHF Dynamic Power |
8 ohms: 90 W, 4 ohms: 120 W, 2 ohms: 170 W |
Damping Factor |
>200 (ref. 8 ohms, 1 kHz) |
Frequency Response |
±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz, Tone Defeat ON) |
Treble |
±5 dB at 10 kHz |
Bass |
±8 dB at 100 Hz |
Channel Separation |
>70 dB (1 kHz) |
Maximum Input Level |
4.3V (1 kHz, THD 0.1%) |
Input Sensitivity |
200 mV (for 40W in 8 ohms) |
Standby Power |
<0.5 W |
Phono In / Speaker Out |
THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz) |
<0.03% (1 W to 40 W, 8 & 4 ohms) |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio |
>75 dB with IHF MM cartridge (A-weighted) |
Frequency Response (RIAA deviation) |
+0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz, Tone Defeat ON) |
Maximum Input Level |
71 mV (1 kHz, THD 0.1%) |
Input Sensitivity |
2.95 mV (for 40 W in 8 ohms) |
Dimensions and Weight |
Dimensions (W x H x D) |
435 x 90 x 285 mm (17 1/8 x 3 9/16 x 11 1/4 inches) |
Net Weight |
5.5 kg (12.1 lbs) |