NAD C 658 DAC / Preamplifier + NAD C 298 Power Amplifier

This limited-time offer is a $500 discount when NAD C 658 BluOS Streaming DAC / Preamplifier and NAD C 298 Power Amplifier are purchased together!

NAD C 658 BluOS Streaming DAC/Preamplifier

“The NAD C 658 is one of the most fully furnished, future-proofed and intuitive streamers we’ve come across – and at this sub-£2000 price, one of the most convincing performers. It puts a big, bold tick in a great number of boxes. Nice work, NAD.”

A one-box stop. Streaming DAC, preamp, phono stage, headphone amp. Use the BluOS app, stream MQA

This is the product to get if digital setup is confusing or overwhelming. Just add a power amp and speakers for a fully functional streaming platform with one of the neatest most intuitive manufacturer apps out there: BluOS.

A Sabre DAC ensures detailed and musical output, and the NAD C 658 also features Dirac room correction. And yes, it’ll do the “full unfold” of all MQA content.

Features

• BluOS Network Streaming with MQA Decoding
• ESS Sabre DAC
• Dirac Live Room Correction*
• Gigabit Ethernet
• Dual Band Wi-Fi ac/n
• 2-way Qualcomm aptX HD Bluetooth
• 2 x MDC Slots for Future Expansion
• MM Phono Input
• 2 x Line Inputs
• 2 x Optical Inputs
• 2 x Coax Inputs
• Balanced Preamp Output
• Preamp Output
• Stereo Subwoofer Output
• High Current Headphone Out
• USB socket for adding optional wireless output module
• IR In with Learning Function
• Trigger Out/In

Specifications

Supported audio file formats: MP3, AAC, WMA, OGG, WMA-L, ALAC, OPUS, MQA, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, Supports converted DSD playback via the BluOS desktop app (only)
Native sampling rates: Up to 32 bit/192 kHz 

BluOS
Supported operating systems: Plays music from network shares on the following desktop operating systems: Microsoft Windows XP, 2000, Vista, 7, 8 to current Windows Operating Systems and Mac OS X versions
User interface mobile operating system: luOS – Free Android and iOS App available online at Google Play and Apple App store
Supported cloud services: Spotify, Amazon Music, TIDAL, Deezer, Qobuz, HDTracks, HighResAudio, Murfie, JUKE, Napster, Slacker Radio, KKBox, BugsFree internet radioTuneIn Radio, iHeartRadio, Calm Radio, Radio Paradise
Bluetooth: Bluetooth aptX HD wireless built-in, two-Way
Network connectivity: Gigabit Ethernet RJ45, WiFi 5 (802.11 ac/n)

Dimensions (WHD): 17-1/8″ x 3-15/16″ x 16″
Shipping weight: 22.3 lb

 

NAD C 298 Power Amplifier

A 185 W class-D amp that can be bridged to 620 W, with control inputs and outputs

The C 298 uses NAD’s Eigentakt™ (self-clocking) technology, first introduced in the EISA Award–winning Masters M33. This affordable power amp is designed to be the perfect companion for the C 658 BluOS Streaming DAC pre-amp.

The C 298 may be a power amp, but NAD has carefully thought through all the use cases in modern audio environments and created a rich feature content. Selectable balanced inputs make the C 298 a natural for studio use or connection to high-end preamps and processors. These inputs have trim controls, allowing for precise matching to other components. A line out allows the addition of subwoofers or a second zone. 

An auto-sense feature with selectable threshold is perfect for automating complex systems or hiding the amp out of sight in a cabinet. There is also a ground lug, which can eliminate ground loops and noise in complex multi-unit systems. Finally, when you’re ready to upgrade, the C 298 can be bridged to deliver a massive 620 W in mono. Add another C 298 to drive high-end speakers. 

Features

• Purifi Eigentakt™ amplifier technology
• Input level control
• Line output for daisy chaining
• 12 V trigger in/out
• Auto turn-on with selectable threshold
• IR in/out
• Ground lug

Specifications

Input impedances:  56 kOhm

Output power (8 ohm, 4 ohm): 185 W, 340 W

Bridged output power: 620 W at 8 ohm 

Damping factor: >800

Gain (stereo, mono): 28.6 dB, 25.4 dB

Line-in gain: 8.5 dB to 28.5 dB

Dimensions (WHD): 17-1/8″ x 4-3/4″ x 15-3/8″

Weight: 24.7 lb