Introducing the NAD C 338
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.
Key Features
- 50W x 2 Continuous Power into 8 or 4 Ohms
- 90W / 150W / 200W IHF Dynamic Power into 8 / 4 / 2 Ohms
- First hi-fi amplifier to feature Chromecast built-in
- Integrated Bluetooth® for added music streaming flexibility
- Built-in Phono Preamp for Turntables
- Stereo Line, Optical Digital and Coax Digital inputs
- NAD Remote App support for tablet and smartphone
- Dedicated Headphone Amplifier
- Subwoofer Output
Technical Specifications
| Preamplifier |
|---|
| 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 |
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