NAD C 338 Network Integrated Amplifier

C 338

Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier

The C 338 adds big sound to your favourite music sources and brings incredible flexibility to any stereo system. With Spotify Connect^®, Bluetooth^®, and the first-ever hi-fi amplifier to have built-in Chromecast^®, the C 338 allows you to stream and cast music directly from any music streaming app, letting you enjoy your music wirelessly. Add a turntable using the phono input and experience the warmth of vinyl collections with the room-filling sound of NAD’s HybridDigital^™ amp technology. Power, volume, source selection, and device settings are all controlled using the intuitive interface of the NAD Remote App for iOS and Android.

C 338 为您最喜爱的音乐源增加了巨大的声音，并为任何立体声系统带来难以置信的灵活性。通过Spotify Connect®、Bluetooth®和首款内置Chromecast®的高保真功放，C 338可让您直接从任何音乐流媒体应用中串流和播放音乐，让您无线享受音乐。使用唱机输入增加一个唱机，通过NAD的HybridDigital™功放技术，体验黑胶唱片收藏的温暖声音。电源、音量、音源选择和设备设置都可以通过NAD Remote App for iOS和Android的直观界面进行控制。

NAD's Most Versatile Amplifier Ever with Chromecast built-in and Hybrid Digital Technology

NAD有史以来功能最丰富的放大器，内置Chromecast和混合数字技术。

Introducing the NAD C338

Getting the Basics Right

Built with NAD’s renowned music-first approach to audio architecture and amp design, the C 338 is equipped with the most advanced components commonly found in NAD’s class-leading line of amplifiers. Always starting with the details you can hear and advancing from there, NAD develops low-noise circuitry with the precision and stability to deliver incredible, near-zero distortion sound for the most difficult speakers.

介绍NAD C338

掌握基础知识

C338采用了NAD著名的音乐第一的音频架构和功放设计方法，配备了NAD领先的功放系列中最先进的元件。NAD总是从你能听到的细节入手，并以此为基础，开发出精确而稳定的低噪音电路，为最困难的扬声器提供难以置信的近乎零失真的声音。

HybridDigital^™ Amp Technology

The search for a high-performance Class D solution led NAD to HybridDigital^™, an innovative amplifier technology that uses a variable modulation frequency to bring out the life-like qualities of music, while reducing distortion under every operating condition. This highly optimized design gives phenomenal performance to the C 338 amplifier, both measured and subjective.

混合式数字™功放技术

为了寻找高性能的D类解决方案，NAD采用了HybridDigital™，这是一种创新的放大器技术，它利用可变的调制频率来展现音乐的生命力，同时降低了各种工作条件下的失真。这种高度优化的设计使C338功放无论在测量和主观上都具有惊人的性能。

Efficient Class D Power

NAD has worked tirelessly to create the best performing Class D amplifiers that are energy efficient and produce beautiful sound—not heat—regardless of basic design principles. Using advanced measurements and data, NAD developed the C 338’s highly efficient power supply with a customised Hypex^® UCD output stage to pump out 160 watts continuously and over 300 watts instantaneously to meet the demands of the most dynamic music. This new design is very linear over a wide bandwidth and provides consistent, noise-free performance for the amplifying stages with near perfect regulation of voltage.

D级高效动力

NAD不顾基本的设计原则，不懈地努力创造出性能最好的D类功放，既节能又能产生优美的声音，而不是发热。利用先进的测量和数据，NAD开发出了C 338的高效电源，搭配定制的Hypex® UCD输出级，可连续输出160瓦的功率，瞬间输出超过300瓦的功率，以满足最动感的音乐需求。这种新的设计在宽广的带宽上具有非常线性的特性，为放大级提供了稳定、无噪音的性能，并具有近乎完美的电压调节。

Always Ready for Streaming

The C 338 has Chromecast built-in so you can cast music, tunes, podcasts, and playlists from your favourite apps on your phone, tablet or laptop to your stereo system. Spotify Connect^® lets you discover millions of songs and stream them directly to your C 338 using the Spotify^® app for a rich, wireless music experience. With the added flexibility of Bluetooth^®, your music streaming possibilities are truly limitless with the C 338.

随时准备好的流媒体

C 338 内置 Chromecast，让您可以将手机、平板电脑或笔记本电脑上的音乐、曲调、播客和播放列表从您最喜爱的应用程序中投射到您的音响系统中。Spotify Connect® 让您可以通过 Spotify® 应用程序，直接将数百万首歌曲串流到 C 338 上，为您带来丰富的无线音乐体验。有了藍牙®的靈活性，C 338 的音樂串流功能真的是無限可能。

Built-in Phono Stage for Vinyl Listening

Using a MM phono stage and an innovative low-noise circuit path, the C 338 can reproduce the warmth of LPs with accurate RIAA equalization and control the infrasonic noise that is in all recordings, without ever affecting the bass response.

内置唱机舞台，适合听黑胶唱片

C338采用MM唱机级和创新的低噪声电路路径，可以通过精确的RIAA均衡重现LP的温暖，并控制所有录音中的次声波噪声，而不会影响低音响应。

Flexible Connectivity

With a wide array of connections, including a separate headphone amplifier that can drive high-impedance studio monitor headphones, the C 338 is ready for any type of listening. Line inputs can accommodate all kinds of analogue source components, offering ideal input impedance with linear ultra-low noise buffer amplifiers to preserve the musicality of recordings. Also connect a subwoofer with low impedance line outputs and extend the versatility of this budget-friendly, do-it-all amplifier.

灵活的连接方式

C338具有多种连接方式，包括一个独立的耳机放大器，可驱动高阻抗录音室监听耳机，可满足任何类型的聆听需求。线路输入可以容纳各种模拟声源元件，提供理想的输入阻抗，搭配线性超低噪声缓冲放大器，可保留录音的音乐性。还可以连接一个具有低阻抗线路输出的超低音扬声器，扩展了这款预算友好型的多功能功放的通用性。

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

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 maximum
• 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 (IHF; A-weighted, 32 Ohm loads, ref. 2V out, unity gain)
• 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 into 4 Ohms and 8 Ohms (Stereo)
• >50W (at rated THD, 20-20kHz, both channels driven)
• IHF Dynamic Power
• 8 Ohm 80W
  4 Ohm 150W
  2 Ohm 210W
• THD (20Hz-20kHz)
• <0.03% (250mW to 50W, 8 Ohm and 4 Ohm
• Signal/Noise Ratio
• >98dB (A-weighted, 500mV input ref. 1W out in 8 Ohm)
• Clipping power
• >60W (at 1kHz 0.1% THD)
• Peak output current
• >18A (in 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 (For 50W in 8 Ohm)
• Line In: 380mV, Digital In: 18% FS
• Sample Rate
• Up to 24 bit/192kHz

Phono In, Speaker Out

• THD (20Hz-20kHz) (Stereo)
• <0.3% at 50W out
• Signal/Noise Ratio
• >82dB (200 Ohm source, A-weighted, ref. 500mV out)
  >76dB (MM cartridge source, IHF A-weighted, ref. 500mV out)
• Input Sensitivity
• 4.1mV (ref. 50W 1kHz 4 Ohm out, Volume maximum)
• Frequency Response
• ±0.3dB (20Hz-20kHz)
• Input Impedance
• 47 kilohm + 100pF
• Maximum Input Signal
• >80mVrms (ref. 0.1% THD)

Power Consumption

• at ECO Standby mode
• 0.4 Watts*
• at Control Standby mode
• 1.8 Watts**
• OFF mode (Power switched OFF)
• 0 Watts

* – After 20 minutes of no user interface interaction and no active source input
** – With established wireless Bluetooth connectivity and 20 minutes of no user interface interaction and no active source input

NOTE: Bluetooth connectivity can be enabled or disabled via press and hold of PLAY button of AMP 3 remote control

Weight & Dimensions

• Gross Dimensions (W x H x D)*
• 435 x 70 x 285mm (17 1/8 x 2 13/16 x 11 1/4)”
• Net Weight
• 4.85kg (10.7lb)
• Shipping Weight
• 5.85kg (12.9lb)

NAD has launched a new integrated amplifier, the C 338, that includes Chromecast and Bluetooth to stream music sources wirelessly from your mobile devices, and it is a UPnP client for network streaming from a local NAS library. The new C 338 uses NAD's HybridDigital Class D amplification to deliver 50 watts per channel of continuous power into eight or four ohms, and its connection panel includes MM phono, stereo line, optical digital, and coaxial digital inputs. It also has a dedicated headphone amplifier and a subwoofer output. The C 338 is available now for $649.

From NAD
NAD Electronics announces the new C 338 HybridDigital Integrated Amplifier ($649 MSRP) is now shipping. The first hi-fi amplifier to feature Chromecast built-in for music streaming, the C 338 is a highly versatile Class D amplifier designed in NAD's Classic Series tradition to deliver class-leading performance, connectivity and flexibility at a remarkably affordable price.

Stream Hundreds of Apps with Chromecast
With Chromecast built-in, the C 338 allows users to seamlessly stream and listen to music, podcasts, and playlists from many popular apps. Working with hundreds of Chromecast-enabled music & audio apps, users can simply tap the cast button on an iPhone, iPad, Android phone or tablet, Mac or Windows laptop, or Chromebook, to stream music directly to the C 338. The C 338 can also be voice-activated, powered by Google Assistant, to play music via Chromecast with a Google Home speaker or the Google Pixel phone.

Added Wireless Flexibility & Control
With Bluetooth also natively integrated, the C 338 can wirelessly connect to any smartphone, tablet, or Bluetooth-enabled device within range, so users can seamlessly stream their favorite music apps or libraries in high fidelity. It also serves as an UPnP Client for network streaming from a local NAS library. The C 338 works with the NAD Remote App, transforming a smartphone or tablet into a powerful control interface that allows users to easily control power, volume, and select sources. The free app is available from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

"Using music streaming apps has become the primary way for so many of us to listen to music," said Greg Stidsen, NAD's Director of Technology and Product Development. "The C 338 supports Chromecast and Bluetooth streaming right out of the box, drives speakers with power and precision thanks to our latest HybridDigital design, and lets users experience NAD's legendary audio performance with the latest streaming technologies."

Most Efficient Amplifier Design
The C 338 uses an innovative Class D amplifier, bringing greater clarity and depth to every music source. Using HybridDigital technology, the C 338 amplifier delivers 50 watts of continuous power per channel (into 8 and 4 ohms) and a remarkable 150 watts of dynamic power at 4 ohms, all with virtually no noise or distortion.

The C 338's active power supply, controlled by NAD's latest Asymmetrical PowerDrive, is capable of 160 watts continuously and over 300 watts instantaneously to deliver flawless performance for the most demanding tracks. Yet the C 338 consumes less than half the power of other amplifiers in its class. It can operate flawlessly with any AC mains voltage from 100 to 240 volts and provides pure DC power to all the various stages of the C 338. This highly efficient supply also provides near perfect regulation of voltage across a wide range of conditions, providing a solid noise-free foundation for all amplifying stages.

The preamp stage is no less impressive, featuring a solid-state volume control, with a hi-res dynamic range of 120 dB in precise 0.5dB steps, as featured in ultra-high-end preamps. The C 338's onboard DAC uses eight high-end DAC channels configured in a dual-differential array to also boast 120dB dynamic range.

"The C 338 dramatically improves every aspect of the music experience, reaching a new level of innovation and precision to make this one of the most versatile amplifier we have ever made," said Greg Stiden, NAD's Director of Technology and Product Planning. "Its carefully engineered Class D amplifier uses HybridDigital technology and the most efficient power supply to deliver incredible performance, while allowing users to easily connect and listen to all their music sources--from turntables to streaming apps."

Built-in Phono Preamp for Turntables
With the resurgence of vinyl, the famous NAD MM Phono stage returns: wide dynamic range, with high overload margin and low noise, super accurate RIAA equalization, and a capacitor-less infrasonic filter extracts every ounce of energy from LPs. Add a turntable to the C 338 using the phono input and experience the warmth of vinyl collections coupled with NAD's advanced amplifier technology.

Connect Everything to the C 338
The C 338 brings together all the critical elements of a top performing music system--music sources past, present, and future--in addition to providing an ample reservoir of power that allows your speakers to reveal every nuance of musical detail. The C 338 is equipped with a wide array of connections, including MM Phono, Stereo Line, Optical Digital and Coax Digital.

C 338 Key Features and Specifications:
• 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
• TV Audio Input
• Bass EQ