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NAD - C 3030 - Stereo Integrated Amplifier (Available for Pre-Order)

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ℹ Product Information

A vintage-inspired stereo integrated amplifier from NAD's Classic Series. 50W per channel, illuminated VU meters, cursive NAD logo, HDMI eARC, Bluetooth, phono input, optical digital input, bass-managed subwoofer output with optional 80Hz high-pass filter, and front-panel headphone output. High-fidelity made simple.


Vintage Style, Modern Appeal

The NAD C 3030 is a love letter to the golden age of hi-fi — and a thoroughly contemporary amplifier at the same time. Its design draws directly from NAD's original amplifiers of the 1970s, using illuminated VU meters, a black faceplate and cursive NAD branding to create a familiar, engaging hi-fi presence that frames the experience of music as something to be savoured. These heritage details are not cosmetic nostalgia — they encourage a more deliberate and connected approach to listening, reinforcing the idea that music deserves your full attention.

Despite its period-correct appearance, the C 3030 is built entirely for modern listening habits and modern living spaces. Its proportions are carefully considered for today's rooms, and its connectivity has been designed around the sources and systems that define how people actually listen to music today.

Renowned NAD Sound — 50 Watts Per Channel

Delivering 50 watts per channel, the C 3030 continues NAD's long-standing focus on musical, engaging amplification. Its sound is balanced and expressive, with the control needed to handle dynamic material without strain. From intimate acoustic recordings to fuller, more energetic performances, the C 3030 presents music with warmth, clarity and a natural sense of flow that invites longer listening sessions.

NAD's amplifier design philosophy has always prioritised real-world performance over specification sheet numbers. IHF dynamic power reaches 120W into 8 ohms and 250W into 4 ohms, giving the C 3030 meaningful headroom reserves for musical peaks — and a peak output current of over 16 amps ensures it can drive a wide range of loudspeakers with confidence.

Seamless Connectivity — Built for Modern Systems

HDMI eARC — A single HDMI cable connects the C 3030 directly to a television, bringing greater clarity, weight and engagement to films, series and live broadcasts through a proper stereo system. eARC supports the highest-quality audio formats available from modern televisions.

Bluetooth — Simple wireless connection from smartphones, tablets and laptops for everyday listening, without the need for cables or adapters.

Phono Input — A built-in MM phono stage allows direct connection of a turntable, with carefully matched input impedance and capacitance values for accurate RIAA equalisation.

Optical Digital Input — Connects external digital sources such as televisions, set-top boxes or disc players without HDMI.

Bass-Managed Subwoofer Output — A dedicated subwoofer output with an optional fixed 80Hz high-pass filter supports a well-integrated 2.1 system, keeping bass frequencies where they belong and improving midrange clarity from the main speakers.

Headphone Output — A front-panel headphone output with a dedicated amplifier stage delivers private listening with the same quality and engagement as the speaker outputs.

High-Fidelity Made Simple

As the most accessible vintage-styled amplifier in NAD's Classic Series, the C 3030 distils the essentials of hi-fi into an approachable and genuinely enjoyable package. Clean amplification, modern connectivity and familiar controls work together to make music easy to enjoy without distraction. Whether it serves as the foundation of a first system or a straightforward upgrade within an existing setup, the C 3030 encourages a deeper connection to music through thoughtful design and uncomplicated operation. A full remote control is supplied for convenient system operation.


Specifications

General — Line In, Speaker Out

Specification Detail
Continuous output power (8Ω and 4Ω) 50W (20Hz–20kHz at rated THD, both channels driven)
THD (20Hz–20kHz) <0.03% (250mW to 50W, 8Ω and 4Ω)
Signal-to-noise ratio >90dB (A-weighted, 500mV input, 1W out in 8Ω)
Clipping power >55W (1kHz, 0.1% THD, 8Ω) / 70W (1kHz, 0.1% THD, 4Ω)
IHF dynamic power 8Ω: 120W / 4Ω: 250W / 2Ω: 390W
Peak output current >16A (1Ω, 1ms)
Damping factor >52 (20Hz–6.5kHz, 50W, 8Ω)
Frequency response 20Hz–20kHz (±0.3dB)
Channel separation >75dB (1kHz) / >70dB (10kHz)
Input sensitivity 750mV (50W into 8Ω)
Power consumption (standby) 0.5W

Preamplifier Section — Line Input, Pre-Out

Specification Detail
THD (20Hz–20kHz) <0.005% at 4V out
Signal-to-noise ratio >90dB (IHF, A-weighted, 500mV out, unity gain)
Input impedance 28kΩ + 360pF
Maximum input signal >5.7Vrms (0.1% THD)
Output impedance 345Ω
Input sensitivity 100mV (500mV out, volume maximum)
Frequency response 20Hz–20kHz (±0.3dB)
Maximum voltage output >5V (0.1% THD)

Headphone Output

Specification Detail
THD (20Hz–20kHz) <0.005% at 1V out
Signal-to-noise ratio >90dB (32Ω load, A-weighted, 1V out, unity gain)
Frequency response 20Hz–20kHz (±0.3dB)
Channel separation >60dB at 1kHz
Output impedance 22Ω

Phono Input (MM)

Specification Detail
THD (20Hz–20kHz) <0.05% at 50W out
Signal-to-noise ratio >82dB (10mV in, A-weighted, 1W out)
Input impedance 46kΩ / 100pF
Input sensitivity 1.6mV (20Hz–50W out, volume maximum)
Frequency response 20Hz–20kHz (±0.3dB)
Maximum input signal at 1kHz >15mVrms (0.1% THD)

Bluetooth

Specification Detail
Frequency band 2.402GHz – 2.480GHz
Maximum transmit power 7dBm ±2dBm

Dimensions & Weight

Specification Detail
Dimensions (W × H × D) 356 × 129 × 329 mm
Net weight 5.8 kg
Shipping weight 7.2 kg
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