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At US$130, this lands a little above the median used price of US$115, but still comfortably inside the normal market spread; it’s not a bargain-bin score, yet it’s still fair money for a NAD PP 2. A comparable alternative at this price is usually another modest phono stage, and this one has the stronger brand reputation and enough performance to justify the spend if it’s clean and working.
The PP 2 is a solid, well-liked MM/MC phono preamp that’s easy to slot into a serious vinyl setup without overspending. If the unit is functioning properly and includes the power supply, I’d view it as a sensible buy rather than a gamble; at this price, condition and completeness matter more than chasing a lower number.
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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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