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Open box , never used 80w stereo , mono switch amplifier. $1299 new.
A NAD C268 at US$775 is a solid, buyer-friendly ask: it lands below the US$801 median and just under the US$731–US$867 middle band implied by the recent comps, so this reads as fair to mildly attractive rather than ambitious.
What makes it worthwhile is the C268’s reputation as a clean, no-drama power amp with plenty of real-world drive, good efficiency, and the kind of neutrality that pairs well with a wide range of preamps and speakers. If the unit is genuinely clean and includes the original accessories, that adds to the appeal; at this price, the main thing to verify is basic functionality and any signs of hard use, because the listing is strong enough that you want the condition to match the 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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