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A solid, mainstream ask for a well-regarded streamer-DAC-preamp, not a steal but comfortably in line with the market. At US$1,100, it sits a touch above the US$1,050 median and below the US$1,328 75th percentile, so this reads as a fair-to-slightly-firm price rather than an overreach.
What makes it appealing is the C 658’s reputation for doing a lot of things well in one box: clean DAC performance, flexible digital/analog switching, BluOS convenience, and strong system-building potential for both two-channel and streaming setups. If the unit is genuinely clean and complete, the lack of “deal-busting” pricing pressure makes it a sensible buy; I’d mainly want confirmation on firmware health, remote/accessories, and that all input/output functions behave properly.
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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