C 538 vs Arcam DiVA CD73
The DiVA CD73's signal-to-noise is 112 dB against the C 538's 110 dB and its thd 0.003% against 0.010%. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$300 - $349
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the C 538
The NAD C 538 offers a clean and easy-to-operate front panel with raised buttons and a vacuum fluorescent display. It includes a handheld remote control that duplicates front panel controls and adds features like random, program, and repeat modes. The player is equipped with optical and coaxial digital outputs for integration with external DACs or digital components.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- DAC Chip
- Wolfson
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.010%
- SNR
- 110 dB
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- RCA
- Digital Outputs
- Optical, Coaxial
- Analog Outputs
- RCA
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 435 × 70 × 249 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 3 kg (7 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions