NAD Electronics announces the launch of the NAD C 700 V2 streaming amplifier (with BluOS ) . It will be available from October 2024 for $1.599.
Building on the success of its predecessor, the C 700, the NAD C 700 V2 offers significant improvements in performance and functionality and consolidates its leading position in the elegant, affordable “Just Add Speakers” category.
The NAD C 700 V2 features an improved ESS Sabre DAC, MM phono input, Dolby Digital decoding and Dirac Live-Ready. These improvements, together with NAD’s proven HybridDigital UcD amplifier technology, ensure powerful and clear sound reproduction that will appeal to both audiophiles and music lovers.
Seamless from stereo to surround sound
One of the C 700 V2’s standout features is its seamless integration of stereo and surround sound capabilities . The ability to switch to a 4.1 Dolby Digital surround setup with BluOS-enabled rear channels and a wired subwoofer extends its versatility, making it suitable for both music and home theater applications.
Intelligent room correction
The NAD C 700 V2 streaming amplifier is now Dirac Live ready , offering users the ability to unlock advanced room correction features with the purchase of a Dirac Live license. Using a calibrated microphone (sold separately) and the Dirac app, users can precisely tune their speakers to enjoy music and movies as they were originally intended. The C 700 V2 stores up to five Dirac Live profiles to adapt to different setups and room conditions.
Just Add Speakers
The NAD C 700 V2 has everything needed to play music simply by connecting speakers. The addition of an MM phono input is a notable improvement and is aimed at vinyl enthusiasts who can now enjoy their records with precise RIAA equalization and low noise. The extensive connectivity, including HDMI eARC , bi-directional aptX HD Bluetooth and Apple AirPlay 2 , offers flexibility for different devices and improves the amplifier’s integration possibilities into various entertainment systems. There is also a USB Type-A port for music playback and for connecting an optional calibration microphone.
Seamless Hi-Res music streaming and multi-room features
BluOS streaming and multi-room functionality are at the heart of the C 700 V2, providing access to over 20 popular music streaming services, thousands of Internet radio stations and local digital music libraries. Compatibility with major home control systems adds a layer of convenience, making it a smart addition to modern homes.
Premium design meets intuitive control
The design of the C 700 V2 also comes, with a high-resolution color display and a solid aluminum housing that reinforces a premium and minimalist aesthetic. User-friendly controls via the BluOS Controller app, along with the included remote control and compatibility with other IR remote controls ensure easy and intuitive operation.
NAD C 700 V2: Main Features
- HybridDigital UcD amplifier
- 80 watts per channel at 8/4 ohms continuous power
- 120 watts per channel peak power
- ESS Sabre ES9028 DAC
- Dolby Digital decoding
- Dirac Live Ready
- 5-inch glass HD display
- Solid aluminum housing
- BluOS Controller app for Android, iOS and desktops
- BluOS multi-room streaming to up to 63 additional zones
- High-resolution audio up to 24 bit/192 kHz
- MQA decoding and rendering
- Lossless and high-resolution streaming
- Support for Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect
- MM phono input
- Optical and coaxial digital inputs
- HDMI eARC port
- Bidirectional aptX HD Bluetooth
- 12V trigger output
- IR remote control (BC 1)
Price and availability
The NAD C 700 V2 amplifier will be available from authorized dealers in Germany from October 2024 at a recommended retail price of $1.599.
