Expired
RADAR is a price search engine. We link to the original listing — we never sell direct. Transactions happen on the source site.
At US$813, this NAD C 658 is a genuine bargain, landing well below the 25th percentile of US$850 for recent used listings and far under the US$1,000 median. For this price, you beat the obvious alternative of buying a basic standalone DAC or streamer, as the C 658 delivers a fully integrated BluOS streamer, MQA-capable DAC, preamp with balanced outputs, MM phono input, and Dirac Live room correction in one chassis.
This unit is a standout buy because it packs future-proof MDC upgrade slots, ESS Sabre DAC performance, and high-current headphone amplification that usually command US$1,600+ new. Even with unknown condition, the price cushion makes it a compelling opportunity for an enthusiast wanting a versatile, high-performance network hub without the premium. If the unit is clean and functional, it’s an excellent value that justifies the risk.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
NAD Electronics was founded in 1972 in London by a group of European audio importers frustrated with the hype surrounding Japanese hi-fi products. Led by visionary American executive Martin L. Borish and brilliant engineer Bjorn Erik Edvardsen, the company emerged from a quest to deliver high-performance audio at accessible prices. Their breakthrough came with the NAD 3020 integrated amplifier, the best-selling hi-fi amp in history, which embodied a philosophy of stripping away non-essentials to prioritize pure sound quality.
The brand focuses on core hi-fi categories, excelling in amplifiers—pioneering Class A/B, Class G, and hybrid digital designs—alongside integrated receivers, AV processors, turntables, CD and cassette players, and modern streamers. While not venturing into speakers, headphones, or cables, NAD emphasizes source components and amplification that integrate seamlessly into home theater and custom installation setups, always upholding principles of innovation, simplicity, performance, and value.
Today, as part of Canada's Lenbrook Group and sold in over 80 countries, NAD holds a commanding mid-tier position in the market, revered by audiophiles for affordable excellence rather than ultra-high-end excess. Its "Truth in Power" legacy earns cult status among knowledgeable buyers seeking reliable, award-winning gear that punches above its price, blending vintage heritage with contemporary streaming and hybrid tech.
See all NAD listings on RADAR.
