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At US$1,000, this sits below the US$1,161 median and also under the US$1,340 75th percentile, so it reads as a solid buy rather than an ambitious ask. It’s not a screaming bargain versus the US$887 25th percentile, but it is priced comfortably in the friendlier half of the current used market.
That makes sense for a piece this well-regarded: the C 658 is valued for its flexible preamp/DAC feature set, clean modern sound, and strong practicality in a stereo or integrated-system setup. If the unit is complete and functions properly, the upside is mostly in getting a respected, current-generation control center at a sensible entry point; with used electronics like this, I’d mainly want confirmation of full remote/app/inputs operation and any included accessories.
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.
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