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Condition is unknown, so at US$850 this is a stretch against the local used market: the median comparable sits at US$529, with the 25th percentile at US$368 and the 75th at US$689. That puts the asking price well above even the upper quartile, so it reads as ambitious unless the unit is exceptionally clean, fully original, and comes with the remote and packaging.
That said, the C545BEE is well-liked for an easy, musical presentation with solid detail and a non-fatiguing sound, so it remains a sensible pick if you want a straightforward CD spinner rather than a feature chase. The main buy decision here is value: at this price, a buyer should want confirmation of smooth tray action, reliable disc reading, and proof it’s been recently checked, because there’s not much room for gamble at US$850.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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