NAD C 3050 Stereo Integrated Amplifier
1499,00 €
In the C 3050 Stereophonic Amplifier, NAD’s 50-year history of innovation meets the future of hi-fi. With its dual VU meters, push-button input selectors, walnut-finished vinyl-clad cabinet, and 1970s cursive-style branding, the C 3050 recalls the components that helped a generation of music-lovers discover the joys of great audio. With its 100-watt-per-channel HybridDigital UcD amplifier and Texas Instruments high-resolution differential DAC, the C 3050 delivers sound that will thrill today’s discerning listeners.
Vintage Inspired
The C 3050’s industrial design was inspired by the NAD 3030 Stereophonic Amplifier, a 1970s classic. Vintage styling elements include dual illuminated VU meters, push-button controls for source selection, a walnut-finished vinyl-clad cabinet, and a dark grey front panel with the original New Acoustic Dimension logo in its 1970s cursive typeface.
Thoroughly Modern
Employing NAD’s renowned HybridDigital UcD amplifier technology, the C 3050 has a Full Disclosure Power rating of 100 watts per channel continuous and 135wpc instantaneous, for effortless reproduction of musical transients. Noise and distortion are virtually unmeasurable through the entire audioband. The result is neutral, inviting sound through any loudspeaker load—even at high listening levels. The C 3050 will reproduce the music you love with wonderful detail, immersive three-dimensionality, and thrilling dynamics.
The digital section employs Texas Instruments’ PCM5242 high-resolution differential DAC, a design known for its excellent dynamic performance and immunity to clock jitter. This enables the C 3050 to deliver amazing musicality, stunning clarity, and pinpoint sound-staging from all your digital sources.
Future Friendly
The C 3050 features the latest generation of NAD’s Modular Design Construction future-proofing technology, MDC2, which lets users add new functions and features by inserting an add-on module into the MDC2 slot on the back panel. MDC2 is an all-new design that enables two-way communications between the expansion module and host component. The optional MDC2 BluOS-D module delivers two highly desirable capabilities: BluOS high-resolution music streaming and Dirac Live room correction.
Well Connected
With its full suite of digital and analogue inputs, the C 3050 can accommodate all your source components. Vinyl fans will appreciate the C 3050’s ultra-low-noise MM phono stage. For movie and TV viewing, the C 3050 has an HDMI eARC port for connecting an HDTV, enabling the C 3050 to serve as the hub of a high-performance two- or 2.1-channel home-theatre setup. The C 3050 also has line-level analogue coaxial digital, and optical digital inputs.
Listeners can connect two pairs of speakers with Speaker A/B switching, as well as a subwoofer. Bidirectional aptX HD Bluetooth connectivity lets you stream audio to the C 3050 from a smart device and stream audio from the C 3050 to a pair of wireless headphones. The C 3050 also has a dedicated headphone amplifier, and pre-out/main-in jacks that let you connect a more powerful amplifier and use the C 3050 as a preamp only. The C 3050 includes an IR remote control and has installer-friendly features like 12V trigger and IR input.
| Amplifier | |
| Amplifier Type: | Integrated Amplifier (Preamp/Power Amp Combo) |
| Channels: | 2.1 |
| Amplifier Class: | Class-D |
| Power Output per Channel: | 2-Channel Driven: 100 W at 8 Ohms / 20 Hz to 20 kHz / 0.03% THD (RMS) |
| Dynamic Power per Channel: | 180 W at 8 Ohms |
| Frequency Response: | 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.3 dB (8 Ohms) |
| THD+N: | < 0.005% (2 V, Both Channels Driven) |
| THD: | < 0.03% (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 100 W) |
| Channel Separation: | > 75 dB (1 kHz) > 70 dB (10 kHz) |
| Speaker Impedance: | 4 to 8 Ohms |
| Audio Processing | |
| Auro 3D Support: | No |
| Supported File Formats: | AAC, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, PCM, WAV, WMA via Network/Optical TOSLINK/Digital Coaxial |
| Supported Sample Rates: | Up to 192 kHz / 24-Bit (AAC, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WMA) |
| DAC: | 384 kHz / 32-Bit (Texas Instruments' PCM5242) |
| Connectivity | |
| Rear A/V Inputs: | 1 x Stereo RCA 1 x Stereo RCA (Phono MM) with Ground Screw 1 x HDMI 1 x Optical TOSLINK 1 x Digital Coaxial 1 x USB-A 1 x Stereo RCA Power Amp Direct |
| Rear A/V Outputs: | 1 x Stereo RCA Pre-Out 1 x RCA Subwoofer Pre-Out |
| Front I/O: | 1 x 1/4" / 6.35 mm Headphone Output |
| Other Rear I/O: | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm (IR) Input 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm (12 V Trigger) Output 1 x USB-A (Service) Input/Output 1 x Micro-USB (Service) Input/Output 2 x Bluetooth Coaxial F-Type Input 1 x Wi-Fi Coaxial F-Type Input |
| Speaker I/O: | 4 x Gold-Plated Binding Post Pairs |
| HDCP Support: | Yes |
| Audio Return Channel (ARC): | eARC |
| HDMI CEC: | Yes |
| Media Card Slot: | None |
| A/B Speaker Selection: | Yes |
| Bi-Amp Capability: | No |
| Input Impedance: | Line, RCA: 28 Kilohms Phono, Phono (MM): 46 Kilohms |
| Input Sensitivity: | Line, RCA: 270 mV Phono (MM): 5.5 mV |
| Max Input Level: | Line: > 4.5 Vrms Phono (MM): > 80 mVrms (1 kHz) |
| Rated Output / Impedance: | RCA Pre-Out: 2 V / 440 Ohms Headphone: 2 V / 2.2 Ohms |
| Signal to Noise Ratio: | > 95 dB (8 Ohms / A-Weighted) |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): | Line: < 0.005% (2 V Input) Phono: < 0.03% (2 V Input) Headphone: < 0.005% (1.2 V Input) |
| Channel Separation: | Line, RCA: > 100 dB (1 kHz) > 90 dB (10 kHz) |
| Wireless Connectivity | |
| Wi-Fi: | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth: | 5.0 Dual-Mode |
| Supported Audio Codecs: | aptX HD |
| Wireless Audio Protocols: | AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect |
| DLNA Support: | No |
| Control | |
| External Control Support: | Android/iOS Control App, Control4, Crestron Command, ELAN, RTI, URC |
| Virtual Assistant: | Works with Alexa, Works with Google Assistant, Siri |
| Mobile App Compatible: | Yes: Android & iOS App Name: BluOS Controller *As of April, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
| Power | |
| AC Input Power: | 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz |
| Power Consumption: | Network Standby: 2 W Standby: 0.5 W |
| Physical | |
| Dimensions (W x H x D): | 17.1 x 4.3 x 14.0" / 435.0 x 110.0 x 355.0 mm (Antenna Removed, including Protrusions, with Feet) |
| Weight: | 22 lb / 10 kg |
NAD is a respected audio brand with decades of engineering heritage, known for performance-first design and clean, real-world power delivery. Today, NAD is especially valued for home cinema receivers and processors that combine musical, controlled sound with modern features — including BluOS for multi-room streaming and flexible system building. If you want immersive cinema with clear dialogue, solid dynamics and a system that remains upgrade-friendly, NAD is a very sensible direction.
At the same time, NAD has a strong place in two-channel hi-fi: integrated amplifiers and stereo components that prioritise balance, drive and long-term reliability — without chasing flashy specs. Many customers start with cinema and later build a dedicated stereo setup in the same system philosophy.
Hi-Fi Market is an authorised NAD dealer in Estonia, supplying genuine products with official manufacturer warranty and local support. We help you choose the right NAD solution for your room size, speaker layout and listening habits — and we’ll guide you through setup, calibration, and sensible upgrades that bring audible value.
Visit our showroom near Tallinn (Tabasalu) to discuss a focused NAD-based plan and compare options calmly before you commit.
Build a System with NAD (Home Cinema + Stereo)
NAD components work best when you think in systems: start with the core (an AV receiver / processor for cinema, or an integrated amplifier for stereo), then match speakers and setup to the room. A well-chosen NAD system stays coherent and easy to live with — and remains a solid foundation for future upgrades.
Explore compatible categories for an NAD-based setup:
– AV Receivers / Processors / Amplifiers
– Home Cinema Speakers
– Integrated Amplifiers
– Stereo SpeakersIf you want a quick shortlist, contact us — we’ll recommend a NAD-based setup matched to your room, budget and preferred listening levels.
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