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The C 268 has a solid reputation as a flexible, punchy power amp in NAD’s Classic line, with balanced and single-ended inputs plus bridge mode for extra headroom. At £595, this sits well above your £209 median and even above the £529 75th percentile, so it’s ambitious rather than a bargain.
That said, it’s a legitimately worthwhile piece if you want a clean, compact power amp with proper drive and easy integration into a preamp-based system. The upside is that it’s a current-ish, well-liked model with real-world versatility, so a clean example with box, accessories, and a careful owner history can still make sense if you specifically want this feature set.
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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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