The NAD C 700 V2 BluOS Streaming Amplifier is designed to make music instantly accessible. Plug in your speakers and use the intuitive BluOS Controller app on your smartphone, tablet, PC or Mac to select the music you want to hear. The C 700 V2 delivers impressive sound quality, with music sounding clear and rich thanks to the HybridDigital UcD output stage. This amplifier can deliver 2×80 watts of continuous power and 2×120 watts of peak power, reproducing musical transients effortlessly. Ultra-low noise and distortion across the entire audio band allow you to experience music in its purest form.
Refined Listening Experience
The C700 V2 NAD amplifier is equipped with the ESS Sabre ES9028 DAC, which provides greater precision and depth in playback. This DAC is known for its high resolution and accuracy, so you will hear every nuance in your music. The elegant, minimalist design and high-quality materials make the C 700 V2 pleasing to the eye and ear. The amplifier is housed in a sturdy aluminum enclosure with a slim front panel and a 5″ high-definition color screen that displays album artwork, track progress and system settings.
User-friendly Operation
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From the C 700 V2's on-screen menus, you can easily adjust the amplifier's settings using the front-panel control and navigation buttons or the included BC1 IR remote control. This makes setting up and operating the amplifier easy and intuitive.
Modern Classic
The NAD C700V2 offers a wide range of streaming capabilities thanks to its built-in network streamer based on the robust BluOS software platform. The BluOS Controller app lets you play music from dozens of different streaming and web radio services, or music stored on an external drive connected to the amplifier's USB port. New to the V2 is the Moving Magnet phono stage, which lets you connect your turntable without an external preamp.
High-Resolution Audio and MQA
Like all BluOS-compatible components, the C 700 V2 supports high-resolution audio up to 24-bit/192kHz and offers full MQA decoding and rendering capabilities. This allows you to enjoy lossless and high-resolution audio from services such as Amazon Music Ultra HD, Deezer, Qobuz and Tidal. In addition, the amplifier supports Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect and Apple AirPlay 2, allowing you to stream music from Apple devices and iTunes libraries.
Voice Control and Home Automation
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With support for Amazon Alexa and Apple Siri, you can play and control music with your voice. The C 700 V2 is also compatible with various home-automation systems, such as Control4, Crestron, Elan and RTI, making integration with your smart home easy.
Extensive Connectivity Options
The C700 V2 offers extensive connectivity options for both digital and analog sources. The amplifier has an MM phono stage, stereo RCA analog inputs, and coaxial and optical digital inputs for connecting disc players, game consoles, media adapters and other components. There is also an HDMI-eARC port for connecting an HDTV with HDMI-ARC support, so the amplifier's volume can be adjusted with the TV's remote control.
Subwoofer and Surround Sound
In addition to the speaker outputs, the C 700 V2 has a subwoofer output. Using the BluOS app, you can set low- and high-pass crossover settings for a seamless mix between the subwoofer and the main speakers. You can also add two additional BluOS speakers for a complete 4.1-channel Dolby surround sound system. Optional room correction is also available via Dirac Live, which lets you measure and optimize your room's response.
Two way aptX HD Bluetooth
The C 700 V2 features two-way aptX HD Bluetooth, so you can listen to music through wireless headphones and stream audio from any smart device.
The Legend Continues
With the NAD C 700 V2, there are countless ways to enjoy your music. This amplifier can serve as the centerpiece of a standalone music system, or as part of a BluOS whole-house music system with as many as 63 additional zones. The C 700 V2 can also be combined with other AirPlay 2 components for music throughout the home. You can play music from your favorite streaming services, your turntable, your smart TV apps or a music library on a USB stick through your speakers, or listen through wireless headphones. The C 700 V2 offers extensive support for both digital and analog inputs, making it suitable for your old and new components.
Since NAD introduced the legendary 3020 NAD amplifier in 1978, the brand has been known for value, performance and innovation. With the C 700 V2 BluOS Streaming amplifier, NAD has reinvented that tradition for the modern musical era.
Features and Details
- HybridDigital UcD Amplifier: Continuous power of 80 watts per channel into 8/4 ohms, instantaneous power of 120 watts per channel
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- 5″ High-Definition Information Display: Shows album artwork, song progression and system settings
- High-Quality Materials: Rugged aluminum housing and glass front panel
- BluOS Multi-Room Streaming: Up to 63 zones
- High-Resolution Audio: Up to 24-bit/192kHz
- MQA Decoding and Rendering
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- Support for Streaming Services: Amazon Music Ultra HD, Deezer, Idagio, Qobuz and Tidal
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- Speech Control: Via Amazon Alexa and Apple Siri
- Digital and Analog Inputs: Optical and coaxial digital inputs, HDMI-eARC input, USB Type A port, two pairs of line-level analog inputs
- Subwoofer Output: With filter settings controllable via BluOS app
- Wi-Fi and Gigabit Ethernet
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- Bidirectional aptX HD Bluetooth
- 12V Trigger Output and IR Input: For remote control sensor
- Compatible with Home-Automation Systems: Drivers available for Control4, Crestron, Elan, RTI and others
The NAD C 700 V2 BluOS Streaming Amplifier continues the legend of NAD. This timeless classic offers unmatched performance, versatile connectivity options and future-proof technology, making it the perfect choice for any serious music lover.
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