C 316BEE V2 vs Rotel A8
The A8's power @ 8ω is 30W against the C 316BEE V2's 40W and its signal-to-noise 90 dB against 95 dB. Both share power @ 4ω (40W) and thd (0.030%).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$479
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About the C 316BEE V2
The NAD C 316BEE V2 is a compact, budget-friendly stereo integrated amplifier renowned for its exceptional performance, featuring NAD's PowerDrive S circuit for enhanced dynamic power, a high-quality MM phono input with accurate RIAA equalization and infrasonic filter, five line-level inputs, front-panel input, bass and treble controls with tone defeat, headphone output, IR remote, toroidal transformer, and low standby power consumption under 0.5W. It delivers refined sound with low distortion, high dynamic headroom (peak power >110W/8Ω, 190W/4Ω, 270W/2Ω), making it ideal for most speakers and rooms unless extremely power-hungry. Official NAD site lists it as sold out, suggesting it may be discontinued.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 40W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 40W @ 4Ω
- Amplifier Class
- AB
- Damping Factor
- >200
- Minimum Impedance
- 4Ω
- Max Input Voltage
- 4.3V RMS
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.030%
- SNR
- 95 dB
- Output Impedance
- 68Ω
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- Loading Options
- 47000Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- RCA, MM Phono
- Analog Outputs
- RCA
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 435 × 90 × 286 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 5.5 kg (12 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 40W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions