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£120 is fair to slightly better than fair against this used-market set, sitting just above the £115 median and well below the £177 75th percentile.
That makes it a sensible buy if the unit is clean and working properly. The appeal here is straightforward: this is one of NAD’s well-liked no-nonsense integrated amps, valued for its smooth, unfussy presentation, decent drive, and easy day-to-day usability with a lot of speakers. At £120, the upside is that you’re not paying premium money for a respected, still-useful classic; just make sure basic controls, inputs, and the power stage are healthy, since age-related wear matters more than cosmetics on amps like this.
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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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