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The V2 is the later BluOS generation, so timing matters mainly because it brings AirPlay 2 and remains a capable custom-install platform rather than an obsolete first-generation unit. At US$797, though, this demo listing is ambitious against the used market: it sits well above the US$259 median and above the US$558 75th percentile from 976 comparable asking prices. It is not automatically unreasonable for a genuinely clean demo unit, but it is no bargain.
The worthwhile part is the unusually compact 2 x 60W network-zone design: BluOS multiroom, Ethernet, optical and analogue inputs, subwoofer output, and rack density of up to six units in 3U. That makes it particularly attractive for a whole-house system or discreet installation, less so as a conventional living-room amplifier. Confirm that the demo unit includes its Phoenix speaker connector, power accessories, and a transferable or functional BluOS setup; at this price, a meaningful discount or unusually complete condition would be needed.
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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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