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NAD Electronics 317 Integrated Amplifier (Solid State) The model 317 integrated amplifier uses an identical power amplifier circuit to the 214 power amplifier. The unit has 6 line inputs, including 2 tape in/outputs with dubbing facilities. By removing the links between the pre-out and main-in sockets the pre-amplifier section can be separated from the power amplifier for easy upgrades. Remote control incl Pre out / Main in All discrete circuitry Tone controls defeat switch Bridgeable to give 240W into 8 Ohms Input switching through relays with gold plated contacts Soft clipping Originally
At A$495, this NAD 317 is a fair deal sitting just above the median of A$384 for comparable used AUD listings, well within the normal market range between the 25th percentile (A$221) and 75th percentile (A$964). It’s not a bargain, but it’s solid value for a working unit in decent condition.
The NAD 317 is a late-’90s solid-state integrated prized for its 80W per channel into 8Ω, warm tonal balance, and robust build (12.1kg). It delivers clean power with low distortion (0.03% THD) and smooth frequency response, making it ideal for classic rock, jazz, and vocal-heavy systems. At this price, it’s a worthwhile buy if verified working—especially if it includes the original box or remote, which this listing hints at. No major red flags unless the scratch on the volume knob affects function.
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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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