NAD C 700 V2 – Compact BluOS Streaming Amplifier with Phono and Display
The NAD C 700 V2 brings together pure sound, streaming convenience, and elegant design in a compact chassis. With NAD’s HybridDigital UcD amplification, a high-performance ESS Sabre DAC, vinyl-ready phono stage, HDMI eARC, and Dirac-ready room correction, it’s a sleek all-in-one solution for music lovers who demand clarity, flexibility, and future-proofing.
Key Features
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HybridDigital UcD amplifier: Delivers 2 × 80 W continuous (into 8 Ω/4 Ω) and 2 × 120 W dynamic bursts—for effortless reproduction of musical peaks.
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ESS Sabre DAC (ES9028): High-resolution 32-bit conversion with MQA rendering and pristine clarity.
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Built-in MM phono stage: Ready for turntables without external preamps—ideal for vinyl enthusiasts.
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5 in colour display: Glass-front touchscreen for album art, track navigation, and settings control.
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BluOS streaming platform: Supports hi-res (24-bit/192 kHz), MQA, multi-room (up to 64 zones), Wi-Fi/Ethernet, AirPlay 2, Spotify/Tidal/Amazon Connect, and voice control.
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HDMI eARC & subwoofer output: Seamless TV audio passthrough and 4.1-channel surround expansion when paired with BluOS players plus Dirac Live option.
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Two-way aptX HD Bluetooth: Stream wirelessly with quality, and support for headphone or speaker pairing.
Customer Benefits
The C 700 V2 offers rich analog performance, streaming simplicity, and vinyl support—all in one compact, premium package. Its versatile connectivity and optional room correction make it adaptable for any system, now and far into the future.
Quick Specs
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Amplifier Output: 80 W per channel (continuous), 120 W (instantaneous)
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DAC: ESS ES9028 with MQA render
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Connectivity: MM phono, HDMI eARC, optical, coaxial, line-in, USB-A
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Streaming: BluOS, Wi-Fi (802.11ac), Ethernet, AirPlay 2, aptX HD Bluetooth
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Display: 5 in full-colour LCD
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Other I/O: Subwoofer output, 12 V trigger, IR input
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Room Correction: Dirac Live Ready (license and mic sold separately)
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Dimensions: Approx. 220 × 100 × 300 mm
What’s in the Box
- NAD C 700 V2 amplifier
- BC1 IR remote control
- 12 V DC power supply
- Quick-start guide
Use Cases / Ideal For
Perfect for those building a minimalist, versatile audio system—whether enjoying streaming services, vinyl playback, or TV sound. Elegant enough for living rooms, powerful enough for serious hi-fi, and expandable for surround or multi-room setups.
Compatibility
Plays seamlessly with streaming ecosystems, vinyl sources, and home entertainment. HDMI eARC links TVs, while BluOS enables multi-room audio. Dirac upgrade offers acoustic tuning, and Bluetooth enables flexible wireless use.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- Elegant all-in-one with streaming, vinyl, and display in a compact form
- Strong analog fidelity with powerful, low-distortion Class D output
- Future-ready with optional room correction and surround audio expansion
⚠️ Cons:
- No internal storage—depends on streaming or external media
- Dirac room correction requires separate purchase for full functionality
- Not portable—needs dedicated desktop or rack space
The NAD C 700 V2 is an elegant, deeply capable streaming amplifier—bringing sound, style, and flexibility together in one refined package.
