I've owned the NAD C375BEE for almost 5 years. It's very enjoyable, underrated integrated, that allows continuous listening for hours on end. The bass is terrific; the amp is lively. I have auditioned other integrated amps at higher price points to see what I might be leaving behind. I haven't heard anything yet that I have liked as much as the 375BEE. I'm currently using PSB Imagine T speakers with 2 REL-328 subs. I'm headed to AXPONA 2017 to listen to several different speakers, and if after visiting Chicago I decide to change speaker directions I might make a more determined effort to see what else challenges the 375BEE's current hold on my listening affection. Having said that, I recently auditioned Vandersteen Treos and PSB T3s on the same day with the same source playing the same varied musical selections, both driven with the 375BEE. IMO, using the 375BEE, the PSB T3s buried the Vandersteen Treos when measuring the overall ability to provide non-fatiguing sound quality across wide musical genres.
Current NAD integrated amps, what are your impressions?
I just picked up a C326BEE and wanted to hear if my results are common, or what the general consensus is for NAD. I did some searching on this forum, but there doesn’t seem to be a lot of love or threads directed at NAD.
I actually acquired a C372 about 3 years ago, but sold it within a year as it seemed pretty bland and laid back. I’ve heard that this vintage wasn’t as reliable and my remote control did die. When I shipped it to the buyer it showed up DOA in one channel! I helped him with the repairs but it left me with reservations regarding NAD. From what I can gather, the current models are much more reliable.
So Spearit sound is clearing out refurbished NAD components, and I couldn’t resist the price(no affiliation). Bottom line, the 326 sounds way better than I expected. I’d been using a Denon AVR3801 in 2 channel with a second system, and the imaging, clarity and punch is easily better with the 326. I’m driving Tannoy DC4 bookshelf speakers and what a soundstage!. Diana Krall tracks are recorded with the piano mic’d so the lower register starts in the left speaker and the highest notes in the right. I’d not heard that with the Denon, but the 326 sets it out so clearly.
So what has your experience been with NAD?
I actually acquired a C372 about 3 years ago, but sold it within a year as it seemed pretty bland and laid back. I’ve heard that this vintage wasn’t as reliable and my remote control did die. When I shipped it to the buyer it showed up DOA in one channel! I helped him with the repairs but it left me with reservations regarding NAD. From what I can gather, the current models are much more reliable.
So Spearit sound is clearing out refurbished NAD components, and I couldn’t resist the price(no affiliation). Bottom line, the 326 sounds way better than I expected. I’d been using a Denon AVR3801 in 2 channel with a second system, and the imaging, clarity and punch is easily better with the 326. I’m driving Tannoy DC4 bookshelf speakers and what a soundstage!. Diana Krall tracks are recorded with the piano mic’d so the lower register starts in the left speaker and the highest notes in the right. I’d not heard that with the Denon, but the 326 sets it out so clearly.
So what has your experience been with NAD?