C 338 vs Denon PMA-900HNE
The PMA-900HNE's power @ 4ω is 85W against the C 338's 80W. Both share power @ 8ω (50W), bit depth (24-bit), and max sample rate (192 kHz).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$599 - $999
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the C 338
The NAD C 338 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier features HybridDigital amplification for clean, dynamic performance in a compact design suitable for smaller hi-fi systems. It includes a built-in MM phono stage, multiple digital inputs supporting up to 24-bit/192kHz, two line-level RCA inputs, subwoofer output, and wireless streaming via Google Cast (Chromecast built-in), Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi with Spotify Connect support. The amplifier uses a customized Hypex UcD output stage in a fully balanced bridge configuration for low distortion and high efficiency, providing stable power into various speaker loads.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 50W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 80W @ 4Ω
- Damping Factor
- >300
- Minimum Impedance
- 2Ω
- Input Sensitivity
- 0.5V RMS
- Input Impedance
- 47000Ω
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.030%
- SNR
- 98 dB
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- Loading Options
- 200Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- Yes
- Wi-Fi
- Yes
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- Optical, Coaxial
- Analog Outputs
- Headphone
Streaming Services
Supported streaming platforms and protocols
- AirPlay
- No
- Chromecast
- Yes
- Roon Ready
- No
- Spotify Connect
- Yes
- TIDAL Connect
- No
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 435 × 71 × 286 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 4.85 kg (11 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 50W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions