NAD C379 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier

Name: NAD C379 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier
Brand: NAD
Price: 1999.00 NZD
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Embodying half a century of audio mastery, the NAD C 379 is everything you’d expect from a Classic Series amplifier. Continuing NAD’s tradition of delivering simplicity, value, and innovation, the C 379 features the latest generation of MDC technology, 80 watts per channel of HybridDigital®UcD amplification, and a high-performance ESS SABRE DAC that lets you experience music with exceptional sonic detail and clarity.

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Continuous output power into 8 ohms|: 80W (ref. 20 Hz-20 kHz at rated THD, both channels driven)
Continuous output power into 8 Ohms (Bridge mode)>300W THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
Gross dimensions (W x H x D): 435 x 100 x 410mm
Net Weight: 9.04 kg
Shipping weight: 10.88 kg

It’s the best value I’ve encountered in quite some time.

Soundstage Access

Maximum power and performance

Every detail of the C 379 amplifier design has been refined for maximum performance. Starting with a customised version of the proven HybridDigital UcD output stage, the C 379 operates in a fully balanced bridge configuration. This allows for massive power with nearly immeasurable distortion and noise in the audible range. The power supply is capable of 80 watts continuously and over 120 watts instantaneously to allow for short-term musical transients. For even greater power, the C 379 can be bridged in mono with the C 268 to provide up to 300 watts per channel of distortion-free sound.

Brilliant musicality and detail

The C 379’s digital architecture is built around the critically acclaimed ESS SABRE® ES9028 DAC, one of the industry’s highest performance 32-bit digital-to-analogue converts with unprecedented dynamic range and ultra-low distortion. It provides ultra-high-quality music playback, free from clock jitter common in digital audio systems. The results are an exceptionally wide dynamic range, ultra-low distortion, accurate sound stage and unparalleled clarity.

Future-proof flexibility

Since 2006, NAD has led the way in providing users the flexibility to add features as new A/V technologies are introduced to provide unparalleled performance and value. Now, with the second generation of NAD’s Modular Design Construction (MDC) technology, the C 379 is in a class of its own. It features two MDC2 slots for upgrading the amplifier’s capabilities with emerging A/V technologies and additional features, including BluOS® high-resolution multi-room streaming and Dirac Live Room Correction.

Connect everything

The C 379 is well equipped with a variety of analogue and digital connectivity options including aptX HD Bluetooth, HDMI eARC, MM Phono stage, and two subwoofer outputs. aptX HD can easily support 24-bit streaming from any Bluetooth enabled device, while HDMI eARC allows you to connect the C 379 to your TV and provide seamless control from your existing remote. It also includes a built-in high-performance headphone amplifier with low output impedance and high output voltage capability, allowing it to drive a wide range of headphones.

There’s also the reality that I just don’t think most people will ever actually need more power than the C 379 delivers, so that upgrade path might be a little academic. But so be it. This is absolutely a model for what a budget-conscious integrated amp with zero performance compromises should look like. It’s the best value I’ve encountered in quite some time.

The NAD C 379 is above all a very complete package, a powerful amplifier that can handle both your TV audio and vinyl. And with the BluOS-D module, you're talking about an all-in-one amplifier that does almost everything.