114 vs 1600
The 1600's signal-to-noise is 75 dB against the 114's 98 dB, its thd 0.040% against 0.020%, and its input sensitivity 0.0V RMS against 0.5V RMS. Both share output voltage (10.0V RMS).
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114
NADAmplifiersPre-AmplifiersPhono Pre-AmpsDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$275
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About the 114
The NAD 114 is a stereo preamplifier manufactured by NAD from 1996 to 1998. It features a black chassis with dimensions of 435 x 80 x 280 mm and weighs 3.7 kg. The unit consumes 17 watts of power. It offers 6 high-level inputs including CD, Video, Aux, Tuner, Tape1, and Tape2, plus a phono input with switchable Moving Magnet (MM) and Moving Coil (MC) cartridges. The phono stage has an input impedance of 47k ohms + 200pF and input sensitivity of 1.5mV (MM) and 1mV (MC). The preamplifier provides two power amplifier outputs, two tape outputs, and a headphone output with high voltage capability. Technical specifications include a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz with ±0.2 dB accuracy, total harmonic distortion under 0.02%, signal-to-noise ratio up to 98 dB, and tone controls for bass and treble. The volume control uses a precision ALPS Blue potentiometer. The NAD 114 is praised for its clean circuit layout, excellent phono section, and quiet operation, making it a versatile and well-regarded preamplifier for its price range. It is no longer manufactured but remains sought after in the used market.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.020%
- SNR
- 98 dB
- Output Voltage
- 10.0V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 220Ω
- Max Output Voltage
- 12.0V RMS
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- MM Gain
- 35 dB
- MC Gain
- 55 dB
- Adjustable Loading
- No
- Loading Options
- 47000Ω
- Adjustable Capacitance
- No
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- RCA
- Analog Outputs
- RCA
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 435 × 80 × 280 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 3.7 kg (8 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Black
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions