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Owned since new. Comes with original NAD remote control. Used sparingly in second system. Plenty of inputs , AES/EBU, coaxial,optical,USB, HDMI. Plenty of favourable reviews online including 5 stars on What HiFi best dac at more than 1,200 UK pounds. Only selling as disposed of second system .
Against the obvious alternative at this price point, this looks like a strong deal: A$550 sits well below the A$729 25th percentile and far under the A$909 median for recent AUD comps, so it reads as bargain territory rather than merely “good value.” It is also comfortably under the A$1,107 75th percentile, which gives you a decent margin if you later decide to move it on.
That matters because this is a well-regarded digital preamp/DAC for serious two-channel systems: clean conversion, solid volume control, and a very capable “digital front-end” role without the clutter of extra boxes. If it’s complete and working properly, the upside is simple—this is an easy way into a respected NAD piece at a price that leaves room for inevitable used-market friction like cables or replacement remote.
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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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