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This US$1,600 asking price is a genuine bargain, sitting well below the 25th percentile of US$1,544 for recent used NAD C399 listings and far under the US$1,999 base retail. With the C399 still a current-generation Masters Series hybrid (released late 2021, no direct replacement yet), timing favors buyers who want flagship nCore Class D power (180Wpc) and streaming/DAC flexibility without paying new retail. The C399 is widely praised for its tight control, low distortion, and versatility: ESS Sabre DAC, HDMI eARC for home theater, excellent phono stage, and optional MDC2 BluOS-D streaming with Dirac Live room correction. At US$1,600, this is a clear buying opportunity for a well-regarded integrated that delivers audiophile performance across vinyl, streaming, and theater. Only verify the condition and whether the BluOS-D module is included, as that alone adds US$549 in value.
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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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