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NAD Electronics C 516BEE CD Player A terrific example of an audiophile CD Player. My well-loved and looked-after NAD C 516BEE has been used daily and is in perfect operating condition. The original remote is tested and working and will be included in the sale. The on-board DAC sounds great from the RCA-out, and it also includes Optical + Coaxial outputs to use as a CD Transport with an external DAC. Happy to demonstrate it's all working ok in my stereo setup. Pickup from Waverley 2024. Condition: Excellent Payment Method: Cash Region/State: (NSW) New South Wales/Australia By Might
At A$334, this NAD C516 BEE sits above the 75th percentile of A$310 and well over the median of A$275 from recent AUD comps, making it an ambitious price rather than a bargain. New units originally launched around A$299 and later retailed near A$479, so while you’re still under the higher new price, the used market anchor suggests this listing is overpriced for condition alone.
The C516 BEE remains a respected entry-level CD player for its clean, uncolored sound and robust mechanical build, delivering solid performance without the fuss of pricier models. Its value lies in reliable playback and that classic NAD tonal balance, ideal for casual or secondary systems. Since the price is above median and the listing claims excellent condition, verify the disc tray mechanism and lens cleanliness before committing—common age-related wear points that could justify a lower ask if issues exist.
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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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