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NAD Electronics C 3050 Integrated Amplifier

BH #NAC3050 • MFR #C 3050
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NAD Electronics C 3050 Integrated Amplifier
Key Features
  • 2.1-Channel Amplifier Configuration
  • 100W per Channel HybridDigital UcD Amp
  • Updatable MDC2 Module Slot
  • HDMI eARC, Optical & Coaxial Inputs
Created for NAD's 50th anniversary, the NAD Electronics C 3050 Integrated Amplifier is a modern amplifier in a retro design. Paying homage to NAD's 3030 amplifier, the C 3050 features a satin walnut sleeve, dual VU meters, push-button controls, and NAD's 1970's cursive branding. Underneath the vintage exterior you will find advanced capabilities with the MDC2 upgradeable slot, and NAD's HybridDigital UcD amplifier. Delivering 100W of continuous power per channel into 4 or 8 ohms, the C 3050 works with a wide variety of speakers and makes a great cornerstone to any home audio system.
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NAD Electronics C 3050 Overview

Created for NAD's 50th anniversary, the NAD Electronics C 3050 Integrated Amplifier is a modern amplifier in a retro design. Paying homage to NAD's 3030 amplifier, the C 3050 features a satin walnut sleeve, dual VU meters, push-button controls, and NAD's 1970's cursive branding. Underneath the vintage exterior you will find advanced capabilities with the MDC2 upgradeable slot, and NAD's HybridDigital UcD amplifier. Delivering 100W of continuous power per channel into 4 or 8 ohms, the C 3050 works with a wide variety of speakers and makes a great cornerstone to any home audio system.

High-Performance Amp and DAC
Employing NAD's HybridDigital UcD amplifier technology, the C 3050 can deliver 100W per channel of continuous power and 135W per channel of instantaneous power. Noise and distortion are extremely low throughout the entire audio band. The digital section is built around Texas Instruments' PCM5242 32-bit / 384 kHz high-resolution differential DAC, a design noted for its dynamic performance and very high tolerance to clock jitter. The result is neutral, distortion-free sound, even at high listening levels.
MDC2 Upgrade Module
The C 3050 incorporates the latest generation of NAD's Modular Design Construction future-proofing technology. With MDC2, owners can add new features and functions by inserting an MDC2 module into a slot at the back of the component. MDC2 is an all-new design that allows two-way communications between the expansion module and host component.
Pre-Out and Main-In Connections
Pre-out connections let you use the C 3050 as a preamp only and add a separate power amplifier. Alternatively, use the pre-out and main-in circuit to connect an external EQ.
Additional Features
  • MM phono stage input
  • Optical, digital coax, and HDMI eARC digital inputs
  • One set of line-level analog RCA inputs with low-noise buffer amplifiers
  • Speaker A and B outputs
  • Subwoofer output
  • Dedicated headphone amplifier
  • Control via IR remote, 12V trigger out, IR in
UPC: 786357002231

NAD Electronics C 3050 Specs

Key Specs
Channels
2.1
Power Output per Channel
2-Channel Driven:
100 W at 8 Ohms / 20 Hz to 20 kHz / 0.03% THD (RMS)
Rear A/V Outputs
1x Stereo RCA Pre-Out
1x RCA Subwoofer Pre-Out
Speaker I/O
4x Gold-Plated Binding Post Pairs
Wi-Fi
No
Bluetooth
No
Amplifier
Amplifier Type
Integrated Amplifier (Preamp/Power Amp Combo)
Channels
2.1
Amplifier Class
Class-D
Power Output per Channel
2-Channel Driven:
100 W at 8 Ohms / 20 Hz to 20 kHz / 0.03% THD (RMS)
Dynamic Power per Channel
180 W at 8 Ohms
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.3 dB (8 Ohms)
THD+N
< 0.005% (2 V, Both Channels Driven)
THD
< 0.03% (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 100 W)
Channel Separation
> 75 dB (1 kHz)
> 70 dB (10 kHz)
Speaker Impedance
4 to 8 Ohms
Audio Processing
Auro 3D Support
No
Supported File Formats
AAC, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, PCM, WAV, WMA via Network/Optical TOSLINK/Digital Coaxial
Supported Sample Rates
Up to 192 kHz / 24-Bit (AAC, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WMA)
DAC
384 kHz / 32-Bit (Texas Instruments' PCM5242)
Connectivity
Rear A/V Inputs
1x Stereo RCA
1x Stereo RCA (Phono MM) with Ground Screw
1x HDMI
1x Optical TOSLINK
1x Digital Coaxial
1x Stereo RCA Power Amp Direct
Rear A/V Outputs
1x Stereo RCA Pre-Out
1x RCA Subwoofer Pre-Out
Front I/O
1x 1/4" / 6.35 mm Headphone Output
Other Rear I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm (IR) Input
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm (12 V Trigger) Output
1x USB-A (Service) Input/Output
Speaker I/O
4x Gold-Plated Binding Post Pairs
HDCP Support
Yes
Audio Return Channel (ARC)
eARC
HDMI CEC
Yes
Media Card Slot
No
A/B Speaker Selection
Yes
Bi-Amp Capability
No
Input Impedance
Line, RCA: 28 Kilohms
Phono, Phono (MM): 46 Kilohms
Input Sensitivity
Line, RCA: 270 mV
Phono (MM): 5.5 mV
Max Input Level
Line: > 4.5 Vrms
Phono (MM): > 80 mVrms (1 kHz)
Rated Output / Impedance
RCA Pre-Out: 2 V / 440 Ohms
Headphone: 2 V / 2.2 Ohms
Signal to Noise Ratio
> 95 dB (8 Ohms / A-Weighted)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
Line: < 0.005% (2 V Input)
Phono: < 0.03% (2 V Input)
Headphone: < 0.005% (1.2 V Input)
Channel Separation
Line, RCA:
> 100 dB (1 kHz)
> 90 dB (10 kHz)
Wi-Fi
No
Bluetooth
No
External Control Support
No
Mobile App Compatible
Yes, Adapter Required (Not Included): Android & iOS
App Name: BluOS Controller
Power
Input Power
100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Power Consumption
Network Standby: 2 W
Standby: 0.5 W
Physical
Dimensions (W x H x D)
17.1 x 4.3 x 13.2" / 435.0 x 110.0 x 335.0 mm (including Protrusions, with Feet)
Weight
22 lb / 10 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
21.37 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
21.8 x 16.7 x 10.3"

NAD Electronics C 3050 Reviews

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Is the enclosure solid wood or metal clad with walnut covering?
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The NAD Electronics C 3050 Integrated Amplifier with BluOS MDC2 features a wood grain vinyl wrap.
Answered by: Bennie
Date published: 2024-03-17
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