NAD C316BEE v2 Integrated Amplifier – Black

Here we have an entry level integrated amplifier from NAD Electronics. The C316BEE v2 is a well specified amp coming with tone controls and our example comes in very good condition with a couple of very minor marks – please refer to photographs. It will be supplied suitably packaged along with remote control unit and our regular three month warranty.
NAD Electronics Say….
NAD has a distinct reputation for creating some of the best performing budget amplifiers of all time. The lineage is impressive, all the way from the 3020 of 1978 to the current C 328, with many “Best Amp” awards and five-star reviews along the way. The C 316BEE lived up to expectations, garnering multiple accolades including an EISA award for ‘Best Product 2008-2009’ and top recommendations from the world’s leading audio publications. With the resurgence of vinyl we decided to update the design by including NAD’s highly acclaimed RIAA phono stage. This sophisticated circuit combines low noise with high overload margins to eliminate noise and distortion. RIAA equalization is extremely accurate (a rarity at this price) and there is even an infrasonic filter to reject airborne vibrations that can cause parasitic feedback.
NAD’s PowerDrive Circuit has been proven to offer a remarkable combination of high current drive needed for complex loudspeaker loads, and high levels of undistorted dynamic power. By monitoring the precise operating condition of the power amplifier, PowerDrive uses this intelligence to automatically optimize the power supply settings for uniformly low distortion and maximum power in the real world of music listening. As featured in our top Masters Series models, PowerDrive uses a complex ‘analogue computer’ to determine the optimal settings. For the C 316BEE V2, NAD utilized PowerDrive S, a clever computation circuit requiring fewer parts at a much lower cost without any reduction in effectiveness. For short term peaks of 5 milliseconds, the C 316BEE V2’s undistorted peak power is >110W into 8 Ohms, 190W into 4 Ohms and 270W into 2 Ohms.
All the hallmarks of NAD technology are present, from the generously sized toroidal power transformer and low ESR smoothing capacitors, to the multiple regulated secondary supplies, to the heavy duty discrete output transistors, the C 316BEE V2 is every bit as refined and sophisticated as other NAD amplifiers.
While the C 316BEE V2 has everything necessary for musical enjoyment, it is refreshingly limited to the essentials: six inputs, one set of speakers, a headphone jack, and full function remote control. It has a compact size and a handsome yet understated exterior. It is essential NAD.
We are confident that the C 316BEE V2 will set new benchmarks for performance, both measured and audible, at this affordable price point. Unless you have power hungry speakers, listen at dangerously loud levels, or have a very large room, the C 316BEE V2 will be the amplifier for you. Fundamental specifications for noise, distortion, power, stereo separation, and volume control tracking, are all class leading and would be impressive on an amplifier costing many times its modest price.
While its bells and whistles may not be as extensive as our more expensive offerings, the C 316BEE V2 is far from a “stripped down” product. With six line level inputs, including an MM Phono Input, full IR remote control, defeatable tone controls and a front panel media player input for a phone or tablet, the C 316BEE V2 is fully equipped to be the control centre for a high performance music system.
The sonic result of this high technology is a relaxed and inviting sound that digs out the subtle details in your favourite recordings and presents them across a panoramic stereo sound stage. The impressive dynamic power reserves make the C 316BEE V2 sound both articulate and alive. The silent background and low distortion gives a sense of solidity and presence to your music and brings out the best your loudspeakers have to offer.
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. 2 V out, unity gain)
Frequency Response: ± 0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
Output Impedance: 68 ohms
Line In/Speaker Out:
Continuous Output Power into 8 ohms and 4 ohms: 40 W (ref. 20 Hz – 20 kHz at rated THD, both channels driven)
THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz): < 0.03 % (250 mW to 40 W, 8 ohms and 4 ohms)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: > 95 dB (A-weighted, 500 mV input, ref. 1 W out in 8 ohms); > 97 dB (A-weighted, 500 mV input, unity gain in 32 ohms)
Clipping Power (at 1 kHz 0.1 % THD): > 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 (for 40 W in 8 ohms): 200 mV
Standby Power: <0.5 W
Phono In/Speaker Out:
THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz): <0.03 % (1 W to 40 W, 8 ohms and 4 ohms)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >75 dB with IHF MM cartridge (A-weighted, ref. 5 mV input 1 kHz and 1 W output in 8 ohms)
Frequency response (RIAA deviation): ± 0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz, Tone Defeat ON)
Note: The RIAA response is consistent with a pre-emphasis that is rolled off at 50kHz by a second order filter, such as used in Neumann cutting lathes.
Maximum input level: 71 mV (1 kHz THD 0.1%)
Input sensitivity (for 40 W in 8 ohms): 2.95 mV
Dimensions: 435 (W) x 285 (D) x 90 (H) mm
Weight: 5.5 kg