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  • NAD Introduces Performance-Minded C 568 CD Player

    NAD Introduces Performance-Minded C 568 CD Player

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    Sep 13, 2016


    Dallas, TX, September 13, 2016 (Newswire.com)
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    NAD Electronics, the highly regarded manufacturer of high-performance audio/video components, announces their new C 568 a high performance CD player engineered for musicality and simplicity true to the brand’s proud tradition. Designed as a direct upgrade to its predecessor, the award-winning NAD C 565 BEE, the C 568 will be available in October with an MSRP of $699.

    In addition to the new and more refined cosmetics, the circuit layout and component choices for the C 568 have been extensively updated. Many of the techniques NAD has perfected for High Res Audio playback have been applied to the venerable CD format, including the high precision clock for lowest possible digital jitter performance, the latest generation Wolfson DAC, and the same Super OPAmps derived from NAD’s Masters Series. The cumulative effect of these changes is dramatic, improving low frequency slam and extension, while maintaining the pace and timing for which the C 565BEE was so lavishly praised. Image depth and scale are further enhanced while retaining the timbral accuracy and lucid harmonic structure of its predecessor. In short, C 568 delivers best-in-class sound.

    Replacing any award-winning product with another can be risky business but that is essentially what we have done with the C 568,” commented Greg Stidsen, NAD’s Director of Technology and Product Planning. “However NAD is all about continuous improvement and we were confident we could make significant upgrades to an already proven product. True to NAD’s design philosophy, we’ve focused our investment in areas that will provide the most sonic benefit and avoided the frills that only add cost and complexity. The result is a remarkable CD player and outstanding value.”

    Greg Stidsen, Director of Technology and Product Planning

    The new industrial design of the C 568 imparts a sleek new profile to the Classic NAD face and is the ideal cosmetic complement to the popular C 368 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier. The C 568 plays both CD and CD-R/W and decodes MP3 and WMA files copied to CD-R for up to 10 hours of continuous play.

    For added convenience, the NAD player offers “Repeat” function for 1 song, 1 disc, or AB repeat, “program play” with direct access from the remote control and “forward” and “reverse” skip and search functions. An informative VFD display gives complete information about tracks and time.

    The Model C 568 comes supplied with the new NAD CD-9 remote control, offering all of the features in a simple-to-use layout. In addition, the remote control handset provides direct track access and programming facilities as well, saving the user’s time when they’re storing preferred song titles. Up to 40 tracks can be programmed.

    Replacing any award-winning product with another can be risky business but that is essentially what we have done with the C 568,” commented Greg Stidsen, NAD’s Director of Technology and Product Planning. “However NAD is all about continuous improvement and we were confident we could make significant upgrades to an already proven product. True to NAD’s design philosophy, we’ve focused our investment in areas that will provide the most sonic benefit and avoided the frills that only add cost and complexity. The result is a remarkable CD player and outstanding value.”

    Complete Features of the NAD C 568 CD Player:

    • CD, CD-R and CD-RW Compatible
    • USB Input supports external memory and audio rates up to 384kbps
    • MP3 and WMA decoding
    • NAD CD-9 remote control • Ultra-High Precision Clock Module for low phase jitter
    • Wolfson 24 bit Digital to Analog Converter
    • Super High-Speed OPAmps
    • Coaxial Digital Output
    • Optical Digital Output
    • Toroid Power supply with separate power regulators for analogue and digital sections
    • VFL Display with CD text
    • Repeat Mode for single track or entire CD
    • Program Play up to 40 tracks • Random Play •
    • External IR input • 12V Trigger input
    • <0.5-watt Standby consumption • Detachable AC cord

    NAD will be exhibiting at CEDIA Expo 2017 in Booth 5716, September 15-17, at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center in Dallas, Texas. NAD personnel will be on hand to answer questions about the company’s CI products as well as other NAD models. Sister brands PSB and Bluesound will also be featured in the same exhibit.

    About NAD

    Founded in 1972 and now sold in over 80 countries, NAD Electronics is renowned for its award-winning line of high quality components for audio, home theater and custom installation applications. The company’s products consistently deliver outstanding performance, value and simplicity. With nearly forty-five years of innovation and value, NAD products are proudly distributed in more than 80 countries around the world.

    Corporate Contact
    Mark Stone, Marketing
    Phone: (800) 263-4666 ext 4422 E-mail: mstone@lenbrook.com 

    NAD Website: http://www.nadelectronics.com

    Press Contacts:
    Peter Hoagland
    North American Media Relations, Bluesound
    peter@hoagland.us

    Richard Stevenson
    International Media Relations, Bluesound
    richard@rspr.co.uk

    Source: NAD Electronics

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  • NAD Brings Masters Level Innovation and Performance to the Affordable Classic Series

    NAD Brings Masters Level Innovation and Performance to the Affordable Classic Series

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    Dallas, TX, September 13, 2016 (Newswire.com)
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    NAD Electronics, the highly regarded manufacturer of high-performance audio/video components, announced three new Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifiers that cover a wide range of technologies, power and price points yet all provide best-in-class performance and value. The C 338 ($649) is a compact yet powerful integrated amp designed in the classic NAD tradition by offering high end sound and specifications at a remarkably affordable price. Wireless network and streaming audio are fully supported by Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The C 368 ($899) and C 388 ($1599 MSRP) are Future Proof Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifiers that are as intelligent as they are powerful. All three models will be available in October.

    Technology Advancements
    Deploying the three major technology innovations recently debuted in the company’s High End Masters Series components, NAD has upped the ante for competitive features and performance in this most important and profitable category of Stereo Separates. While appearing traditional, the combination of these three technologies, create high performance components overflowing with cutting edge digital technology and futureproof features and operation.

    “Ever since the NAD 3020 burst on the scene more than forty years ago, the company’s reputation is forever linked to superb sounding, high value integrated amplifiers and these three models proudly carry on that tradition,” commented Greg Stidsen, Director of Technology and Product Planning for NAD Electronics. “NAD has continued to push the boundaries of digital amplification with our Hybrid Digital architecture and Asymmetrical PowerDrive. We have eliminated obsolescence with Modular Design Construction while expanding the frontiers of connectivity with Wi-Fi streaming and BluOS wireless.

    Greg Stidsen, Director of Technology and Product Planning

    • Hybrid Digital Amplification bring new levels of performance to the category
    • Modular Design Construction is future ready for feature upgrades
    • BluOS™ Wireless Multi-room Audio – the Hi-Res option for streaming music

    The C 388 and C 368, shipping now and launching at CEDIA 2016 in Dallas, are Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifiers that bring together all the critical elements of a top performing music system; music sources past, present, and future, in addition to providing a nearly unrestricted reservoir of power that allows your speakers to reveal every nuance of musical detail. Inputs include MM Phono, Stereo Line, Optical Digital and Coax Digtal. Their advanced amplifier stages include many cutting-edge technological breakthroughs developed by NAD over decades of creating affordable ultra-high performance audio components. The C 388 delivers 2 X 150W (350W Dynamic @4 Ohms) while the C 368 offers 2 X 80W (240W Dynamic @4 Ohms) both conservatively rated and with virtually no audible noise or distortion.

    Future Proofing with Modular Design Construction (MDC)
    Found on both C 388 and C 368, MDC this exclusive feature from NAD allows you to customize your NAD amplifier with additional capabilities and features, now or in the future. The two available MDC slots can accommodate a variety of upgrade modules including 4K video capable HDMI switching, additional Digital Inputs, and one of the most advanced Hi-Res Audio multi-room wireless systems available, the BluOS™ music management system developed by Bluesound. BluOS connects to your network and is controlled via smartphone, tablet, or desktop device to manage your music collection and connect to a gr wing list of high-quality streaming music services.

    Adding the optional BluOS Module provides instant access to your local area network via Wi-Fi or wired Ethernet connection and adds Hi-Res Audio streaming. The BluOS Module also makes the C 388 a single-zone streamer in a multi-room wireless music system fully compatible with BluOS-enabled music systems and wireless speakers.

    C 338 Hybrid Digital Integrated Amplifier
    This model is previewing at CEDIA 2016 in Dallas, and arriving to market in late autumn. On the surface, the C 338 appears to be the latest iteration of carefully engineered, great-sounding integrated amplifiers from NAD. A more in-depth look reveals the C 338 features a 2 X 50W continuous amplifier utilizing NAD’s Hybrid Digital amplifier technology. This produces a remarkable 150 Watts of Dynamic Power at 4 Ohms, all with virtually no noise or distortion.

    The C 338’s active power supply, controlled by NAD’s latest Asymmetrical PowerDrive, is capable of 160 watts continuously and over 300 watts instantaneously to allow for short-term musical transients. Yet it consumes less than half the power as the similarly powered Class AB NAD C 326BEE. It can operate flawlessly with any AC mains voltage from 100 to 240 volts and provides pure DC power to all the various stages of the C 338. This highly efficient supply also provides near perfect regulation of voltage across a wide range of conditions and provides a solid noise-free foundation for the amplifying stages.

    The preamp stage is no less impressive featuring a solid state volume control, with a hi-res dynamic range of 120dB in precise 0.5dB steps, as used in ultra-high end preamps. The onboard DAC, using established high-end practice, uses eight DAC channels configured as a Dual Differential array to also boast 120dB dynamic range. Vinyl lovers rejoice at the return of the famous NAD MM Phono stage: wide dynamic range, with high overload margin and low noise, super accurate RIAA equalization, and a capacitor-less infrasonic filter extracts every ounce of energy from your LPs.

    So while it is indeed a powerful state-of-the-art amplifier, the C 338 also embodies important technologies such as Wi-Fi and Network. It also provides access to internet radio stations and can serve as an UPnP Client for network streaming from a local NAS library.

    Connectivity Plus
    On all three models (C 388, C 368, C 338), users can connect instantly with Bluetooth® allowing them to stream music wirelessly from any Bluetooth-enabled device. The high performance aptX® codec is fully supported for true high fidelity sound on the top two models. The advanced Bluetooth can also be used to listen to other sources connected to the amp via wireless Bluetooth headphones. There is even a control app that allows smartphones or tablet to control all functions of your NAD amp.

    “Ever since the NAD 3020 burst on the scene more than forty years ago, the company’s reputation is forever linked to superb sounding, high value integrated amplifiers and these three models proudly carry on that tradition,” commented Greg Stidsen, Director of Technology and Product Planning for NAD Electronics. “NAD has continued to push the boundaries of digital amplification with our Hybrid Digital architecture and Asymmetrical PowerDrive. We have eliminated obsolescence with Modular Design Construction while expanding the frontiers of connectivity with Wi-Fi streaming and BluOS wireless multiroom.”

    NAD will be exhibiting at CEDIA Expo 2017 in Booth 5716, September 15-17, at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center in Dallas, Texas. NAD personnel will be on hand to answer questions about the company’s CI products as well as other NAD models. Sister brands PSB and Bluesound will also be featured in the same exhibit.

    About BluOS

    ​BluOS is a proprietary operating system shared by high-end audio brands Bluesound and NAD Electronics. Unlike other solutions that rely on 3rd party software like UPnP, BluOS is a dedicated ‘music only’ operating system that allows for interoperability among enabled devices and provides connectivity to numerous cloud and network music sources. BluOS fully supports High Resolution Audio (HRA) and Master Quality Authenticated (MQA), as well as all popular lossless and lossy codecs. It is also features seamless integrations with common smart home controls like Control4, Crestron, and RTI, among others. BluOS-enabled devices can be controlled with a free app available for Apple or Android devices, and PC desktops.

    About NAD

    Founded in 1972 and now sold in 100 countries, NAD Electronics is renowned for its award-winning line of high quality components for audio, home theater and custom installation applications. The company’s products consistently deliver outstanding performance, value and simplicity. With over forty years of innovation and value, NAD products are proudly distributed in North America by Lenbrook Americas.

    NAD Website: http://www.nadelectronics.com

    North America Media Relations:
    Peter Hoagland
    Phone: (540) 349-9648 Peter@Hoagland.us
    NAD Press Room: www.peterhoagland.com/press-room/nad/

    U.K. Media Relations:
    Richard Stevenson
    Phone: +44 (0) 7974 926 157
    Email: richard@rogerswood.co.uk

    Source: NAD Electronics

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  • NAD Enters Custom Installation Market With Powerful New Solutions That Are Shipping Now

    NAD Enters Custom Installation Market With Powerful New Solutions That Are Shipping Now

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    updated: Sep 23, 2016


    Dallas, TX, September 13, 2016 (Newswire.com)
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    NAD Electronics, the highly regarded manufacturer of high-performance audio/video components, announced that their CI 720 Network Stereo Zone Amplifier ($899 MSRP) and companion RM720 Rack Mount ($299) are now available. Both models will be available for demonstration at the CEDIA expo, alongside previews of the CI 580 BluOS Network Music Player that is coming later this fall. These products augment the company’s Custom Installation Series (CI Series) and mark NAD’s renewed commitment to the custom installation market.

    The CI 720 features BluOS, the operating system developed by Bluesound™, as the first high-resolution multi-room wireless audio solution. BluOS offers the ability to stream audio from local collections or popular cloud services like Tidal, Spotify, Qobuz, and others. More importantly, it also enables deep integration with several of the top control systems, including Control4, Crestron, and RTI. Unlike other network audio solutions, BluOS has a published API that allows a more complete and sustainable integration.

    Greg Stidsen, Director of Technology and Product Planning for NAD Electronicsexplained, “NAD believes that there’s been a big gap in the available network streaming options for distributed multi-room audio, a core element in every Custom Integration project. Our pioneering work in the area of digital technology has resulted in the new Hybrid Digital amplifier platform that is astounding audiophiles the world over, achieving levels of detail, transparency and power never achieved at these price points before.” Stidsen went on to add, “NAD has deep roots in the custom market.

    Greg Stidsen, Director of Technology and Product Planning

    Greg Stidsen, Director of Technology and Product Planning for NAD Electronics explained, “NAD believes that there’s been a big gap in the available network streaming options for distributed multi-room audio, a core element in every Custom Integration project. Our pioneering work in the area of digital technology has resulted in the new Hybrid Digital amplifier platform that is astounding audiophiles the world over, achieving levels of detail, transparency and power never achieved at these price points before.”

    NAD Hybrid Digital power makes the CI 720 single stereo zone solution something very special in the world of distributed audio. The ‘blade’ form factor means it saves space by residing locally in the zone – behind a flat screen TV for example – where the analog and digital inputs can accommodate the local source in addition to the network stream. A thermostatically controlled forced-air cooling system assures long-term reliability even in enclosed rack installations.

    To facilitate mounting the CI 720 in a rack, NAD will offer the RM 720 Rack Mount Accessory for CI 720. This useful accessory allows six CI 720s to occupy a 3U rack space, providing a neat and tidy result.

    With a conservatively-rated 60W continuous and up to 165W Dynamic Power available, any speaker can be driven to life-like sound levels with remarkable sound quality. For bass aficionados, a subwoofer output is included.

    CI 720 also features both analog and digital inputs, which can support cable boxes, and other non-network sources and makes them available and selectable in every zone. Additional features include USB input, Ethernet In/Out, standard network protocols and universal voltage (100-240).

    Stidsen went on to add, “NAD has deep roots in the custom market. Whether the project calls for replacing an obsolete 100-disc CD changer or planning a new multi-room audio system, NAD’s CI Series, particularly with the addition of the CI 720 and the upcoming CI 580 to the product lineup, integrators have immense flexibility to create advanced distributed High Res Audio systems.” .

    NAD will be exhibiting at CEDIA Expo 2017 in Booth 5716, September 15-17, at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center in Dallas, Texas. NAD personnel will be on hand to answer questions about the company’s CI products as well as other NAD models. Sister brands PSB and Bluesound will also be featured in the same exhibit.

    About BluOS

    ​BluOS is a proprietary operating system shared by high-end audio brands Bluesound and NAD Electronics. Unlike other solutions that rely on 3rd party software like UPnP, BluOS is a dedicated ‘music only’ operating system that allows for interoperability among enabled devices and provides connectivity to numerous cloud and network music sources. BluOS fully supports High Resolution Audio (HRA) and Master Quality Authenticated (MQA), as well as all popular lossless and lossy codecs. It is also features seamless integrations with common smart home controls like Control4, Crestron, and RTI, among others. BluOS-enabled devices can be controlled with a free app available for Apple or Android devices, or PC desktops.

    About NAD

    Founded in 1972 and now sold in over 80 countries, NAD Electronics is renowned for its award-winning line of high quality components for audio, home theater and custom installation applications. The company’s products consistently deliver outstanding performance, value and simplicity. With over forty years of innovation and value, NAD products are proudly distributed in North America by Lenbrook Americas.

    NAD Website: http://www.nadelectronics.com

    North America Media Relations:
    Peter Hoagland
    Phone: (540) 349-9648
    Peter@Hoagland.us
    NAD Press Room: www.peterhoagland.com/press-room/nad/

    U.K. Media Relations:
    Richard Stevenson
    Phone: +44 (0) 7974 926 157
    Email: richard@rogerswood.co.uk

    Source: NAD Electronics

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  • PSB Introduces Trio of Custom Sound Speaker Solutions

    PSB Introduces Trio of Custom Sound Speaker Solutions

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    Sep 13, 2016


    Dallas, TX, September 13, 2016 (Newswire.com)
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    ​PSB Speakers, long renowned for affordable excellence in loudspeaker design, introduced three new CustomSound in-ceiling speakers designed for best-in-class sound, flexibility and ease of installation to fit a wide array of applications. The CS650 ($349 ea) CS630 ($299 ea) and CS610 ($249 ea) all offer high performance, 6 ½” two-way designs with unique features and premium construction throughout. 

    CS 650 is a premium 2-Way In-Ceiling speaker system with 6 1⁄2” woofer, carbon-filled polypropylene cone with injection-molded basket and high power distortion canceling magnet technology. The CS650 offers higher sensitivity and lower distortion at high playback levels than comparable in-ceiling speakers. The 1” Titanium dome tweeter is the same driver used in the $8,000 Imagine T3, and features a neodymium magnet, Ferrofluid cooling, and for this application a Wave Guide which is rotatable and amiable for pinpoint imaging. Tweeter and woofer level switches help tailor the frequency response to the environment and/or the listener’s preferences.

    “Properly designing an in-ceiling speaker, like these three CustomSound models, requires a thorough understanding of acoustics to get sound that is true-to-nature,” explained Paul Barton, Founder and Chief Designer of PSB Speakers. “PSB has perfected the tools required to get the optimal result for every loudspeaker application, even at modest price points. The CustomSound speakers are voiced to perfectly integrate with other PSB models of In-Room, On-Wall and subwoofers.”

    Paul Barton, Founder and Chief Designer

    CS 630 is a single-point 6 ½” stereo/surround In-Ceiling speaker system designed to handle both stereo channels in one speaker or for home theater surround sound duties. CS 630 utilizes a dual-voice coil woofer for Stereo or Bi-pole configurations. Two ¾” aluminum dome tweeters with wave guides are employed with rotatable tweeter adjustment.

    CS 610 is a value-priced, two-way, 6 ½” In-Ceiling speaker system with a ¾” aluminum dome tweeter with wave guide. The tweeter is rotatable and amiable to focus the sound and has a tweeter level to tailor its high frequency switch to tailor the sound to the environment and/or the listener’s preferences.

    In keeping with PSB’s long tradition of high performance, all models feature 6 ½” woofers with carbon-filled polypropylene cones with rigid injection–molded baskets. All include both round and square frameless magnetic grilles to meet a range of design criteria and applications. For secure installation and removal, the CS models feature high-strength Delrin “dog legs” with gold-plated spring-loaded binging posts for secure, lasting signal connections. Preconstruction brackets and backboxes are available. Outer and cutout dimensions are same for all three models.

    Coaxing this high level of performance from a custom speaker with narrow depth is an engineering feat, however 40 years of experience along with a deep working knowledge of acoustics gives PSB Speakers a clear advantage. Like all PSB Speakers, final voicing is performed by Paul Barton at Canada’s famed National Research Council. PSB’s research has revealed how listener preferences can be integrated into a wide range of speaker designs for many different applications, yet all featuring consistent sound quality that is natural and lifelike.

    “Properly designing an in-ceiling speaker, like these three CustomSound models, requires a thorough understanding of acoustics to get sound that is true-to-nature,” explained Paul Barton, Founder and Chief Designer of PSB Speakers. “PSB has perfected the tools required to get the optimal result for every loudspeaker application, even at modest price points. The CustomSound speakers are voiced to perfectly integrate with other PSB models of In-Room, On-Wall and subwoofers.”

    Key Features of the PSB CustomSound models:

    • 6 ½” woofers with carbon-filled polypropylene cones with injection molded baskets. 
    • Dual voice-coil woofer for Stereo, Bipole or Di-pole configuration (CS630)
    • 1” Titanium dome tweeters with wave guide. Indexed rotatable/amiable tweeter (CS 650)
    • Dual ¾” tweeters aluminum dome tweeters with wave guide and rotatable tweeter adjustment
    • (CS630)
    • ¾” aluminum dome tweeter with wave guide. Rotatable/ amiable tweeter (CS610)
    • All three models come with both round and square magnetic, frameless grilles for seamless choice of ceiling applications.
    • Gold-plated, spring-loaded binding posts
    • Preconstruction brackets and backboxes are available. Outer and cutout dimensions are same for all three models.

    PSB will be exhibiting at CEDIA Expo 2017 in Booth 5716, September 15-17, at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center in Dallas, Texas. PSB personnel will be on hand to answer questions about the new CS models as well as other PSB models. Sister brands NAD and Bluesound will also be featured in the same exhibit.

    About PSB
    Founded in 1972, by renowned speaker designer Paul Barton, PSB is a leading global speaker brand, now celebrating more than 40 years. Currently sold in more than 70 countries around the world, for music or movie listening, the company has set the standard for high performance, high-value speakers. PSB products are distributed in U.S. by Lenbrook America.

    Corporate Contact:
    Mark Stone, Manager, Distributor and Dealer Relations
    Email: mstone@lenbrook.com
    Website: www.psbspeakers.com

    U.S. Media Relations:
    Peter Hoagland
    Phone: (703) 989-3680
    Email: peter@hoagland.us
    Images: www.peterhoagland.com/press-room

    U.K. Media Relations:
    Richard Stevenson
    Phone: +44 (0) 7974 926 157
    Email: richard@rogerswood.co.uk

    Source: PSB Speakers

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