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The C 658 sits near the sweet spot of NAD’s modern streaming preamp lineup: capable, flexible, and still very current in feature set. At £695, this looks like a strong buy versus the typical used market, sitting below the £687–£910 middle band’s upper half and just under the £803 median, so it reads as a good-value listing rather than an ambitious ask.
What makes it appealing is the combination of serious preamp performance, BluOS streaming, Dirac Live room correction, and broad digital connectivity in one box, which keeps it relevant for both stereo and TV-based systems. If the unit is clean and includes the remote, power lead, and any original calibration/mic accessories, the value is even better; there’s no need to hunt for hidden issues at this price if the listing is otherwise straightforward.
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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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