NAD C 338 HybridDigital™ Integrated Amplifier Now Available

Pickering, Ontario, March 23, 2017 (Newswire.com) - NAD Electronics, a leading manufacturer of premium high-performance home audio and video products, today 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 built-in
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 the Google Assistant, to play music via Chromecast with a Google Home speaker or the Google Pixel phone.

"Using music streaming apps has become the primary way for so many of us to listen to music. The C 338 supports Chromecast built-in 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."

Greg Stidsen, NAD's Director of Technology and Product Development.

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 favourite 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 built-in 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 120dB 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 amplifiers 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

The C 338 HybridDigital Integrated Amplifier joins NAD’s newest line of Classic Series amplifiers, including the C 368 and C 388 HybridDigital DAC Amplifiers, which are all shipping and available where NAD products are sold.​

About NAD Electronics
Founded in 1972 and now sold in over 100 countries, NAD Electronics is renowned for its award-winning line of high quality components for audio, home theatre and custom installation applications. The company’s products consistently deliver outstanding performance, value and simplicity. With forty-five years of innovation, NAD products are proudly distributed worldwide by Lenbrook and its authorized global distributors.

Source: NAD Electronics