NAD - C 700 V2 - BluOS Streaming Amplifier

Latest generation of popular compact, value-driven “just add speakers” amplifier upgraded with ESS Sabre DAC, MM phono input, Dirac Live readiness, and Dolby Digital decoding

NAD C 700 V2 Key Features

• HybridDigital UcD Amplifier
• 80 Watts per channel into 8/4 ohms of continuous power
• 120 Watts per channel of instantaneous power
• ESS Sabre ES9028 DAC
• Dolby Digital decoding
• Dirac Live Ready
• 5” glass HD display shows album art, track progress, and system settings
• Solid aluminium body
• Works with intuitive BluOS Controller app for Android, iOS, and desktops
• BluOS multi-room streaming to 63 additional zones
• High-resolution audio to 24-bit/192Hz
• MQA decoding and rendering
• Integrated support for dozens of streaming and Web radio services
• Lossless and high-resolution streaming from Amazon Music HD, Deezer, Idagio, Qobuz, and Tidal
• Support for Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and Tidal Connect
• Voice control via Amazon Alexa and Apple Siri
• MM phono input
• Optical and coaxial digital inputs
• HDMI eARC port
• USB Type A port for connecting an external drive
• Two pairs of line-level analogue inputs
• Subwoofer output, with filter settings controllable from BluOS app
• Wi-Fi and Gigabit Ethernet
• Two-way aptX HD Bluetooth
• 12V Trigger output
• IR Remote Control
• Available drivers for Control4, Crestron, Elan, RTI, and other home-automation systems

A Feast for the Senses

The C 700 V2 BluOS Streaming Amplifier was designed to make music instantly accessible. Connect your speakers, then use the intuitive BluOS Controller app on your smartphone, tablet, PC, or Mac to select the music you want to hear. It will sound glorious. Through its HybridDigital UcD output stage, the C 700 V2 can deliver 2×80 watts of continuous power and 2×120 watts of instantaneous power, for effortless reproduction of musical transients. NAD’s highly efficient HybridDigital UcD amplifier design is renowned for ultra-low noise and distortion through the entire audioband, regardless of the loudspeaker load. Combine that with an upgrade to the ESS Sabre ES9028 DAC, and the V2 promises a refined listening experience characterised by greater precision and depth, sure to delight audiophiles and music enthusiasts alike.

Thanks to its elegant, minimalist design and premium materials, the C 700 V2 will engage all your senses — not just hearing, but sight and touch as well. The amplifier is housed in a solid aluminium case, with a sleek front panel and 5″ high-definition colour screen that displays album art, track progress, and system settings.

Following menus on the C 700 V2’s screen, you can adjust amplifier settings with the control knob and navigation buttons on the front panel or the included BC1 IR remote control.

A Modern Classic

With built-in Ethernet and Wi-Fi, and a network streamer based on the rich, robust BluOS software platform, the C 700 V2 has everything you need to play music through your favourite speakers. Using the BluOS Controller app, you can cue up music from dozens of different streaming and Web radio services, or play music stored on an external drive connected to the C 700 V2’s USB port. New for V2 is a Moving Magnet phono stage, so you can connect your turntable without needing an external preamp.

Like all BluOS-enabled components, the C 700 V2 supports high-resolution audio to 24-bit/192kHz, and has full MQA decoding and rendering capability. With these features, you can enjoy lossless and high-resolution audio from services such as Amazon Music Ultra HD, Deezer, Qobuz, and Tidal.

The C 700 V2 supports Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect, so you can control playback from the apps for those services; and Apple AirPlay 2, so you can stream music from Apple devices and iTunes libraries. You can also cue up music by voice, using the Amazon Alexa or Apple Siri voice control protocols.

NAD offers software tools that allow smart-home specialists to integrate the C 700 V2 into home-automation systems from Control4, Crestron, Elan, RTI, and others. This allows control of music playback, along with other home systems like lighting, shades, HVAC, and security.

Well Connected

The C 700 V2 has a MM phono stage and stereo RCA analogue inputs, as well as coaxial and optical digital inputs, for connecting disc players, game consoles, media adapters, and other components. There’s also an HDMI-eARC port for connecting an HDTV with HDMI-ARC support. This allows the C 700 V2’s volume setting to be adjusted from the TV’s remote. In addition to the loudspeaker outputs, the C 700 V2 has a subwoofer output jack. Using the BluOS app, you can set low- and high-pass crossover settings, for a seamless blend between the subwoofer and main speakers, and add two addition BluOS speakers for a complete 4.1-channel Dolby surround sound system. And to take full advantage of its new Dolby surround-sound capability, the C 700 V2 supports optional room correction. Simply purchase and activate a Dirac Live license and measure the response of your room using a calibrated microphone (sold separately), and you’ll be able to enjoy music and movies from the C 700 V2 as intended, with perfectly tuned bass and enhanced clarity. The C 700 V2 can store up to five Dirac profiles for different sources or seating arrangements and room conditions.

The C 700 V2 also has two-way aptX HD Bluetooth, so you can listen to music through wireless headphones, and stream audio from any smart device.

The Legend Continues

There are many ways to enjoy the NAD C 700 V2 BluOS Streaming Amplifier. It can serve as the hub of a standalone music system; or function as part of a BluOS whole-home music system with as many as 63 additional zones, with full support for high-resolution audio. The C 700 V2 can also be combined with other AirPlay 2 components for whole-home music. With the C 700 V2, you can play music from your favourite streaming services, your turntable, or your smart TV apps, or from a music library on a USB drive, through your loudspeakers; or you can listen through wireless headphones. The C 700 V2’s digital and analogue inputs will accommodate your legacy components.

Ever since NAD introduced the legendary 3020 integrated amplifier in 1978, the NAD brand has been renowned for value, performance, and innovation. With the C 700 V2 BluOS Streaming Amplifier, NAD has reinvented that tradition for the modern musical age.

Powerful Performance

The NAD C 700 V2 BluOS Streaming Amplifier represents a significant upgrade over its predecessor, positioning itself as a modern, versatile solution for high-resolution, multi-room music streaming. With the inclusion of an advanced ESS Sabre ES9028 DAC, the amplifier promises a refined listening experience characterized by greater precision and depth. This upgrade, along with NAD’s proven HybridDigital UcD amplifier technology, ensures powerful and clear sound reproduction, catering to both audiophiles and music enthusiasts.

Stereo to Surround Sound Seamlessly

One of the standout features of the C 700 V2 is its seamless integration of stereo and surround sound capabilities. The ability to switch to a 4.1 Dolby Digital Surround setup with BluOS Enabled rear channels and a wired subwoofer expands its versatility, making it suitable for both music and home theatre applications.

“The NAD C 700 V2 BluOS Streaming Amplifier sets a new benchmark in its category, combining high-resolution, multi-room streaming, versatile connectivity, and smart features in a compact and elegant package,” comments Cas Oostvogel, NAD’s Product Manager. “Building on NAD’s rich legacy of innovation and value, the C 700 V2 offers a compelling high quality, all-in-one music streaming amplifier with modern conveniences.”

Smart Acoustics

The NAD C 700 V2 streaming amplifier is now ready for Dirac Live, offering users the ability to unlock advanced room correction capabilities with a purchase of a Dirac Live license. Using a calibrated microphone (sold separately) and the Dirac app, users can precision-tune their speakers to enjoy music and movies as originally intended from anywhere in the listening room. The C 700 V2 stores up to five Dirac Live profiles, accommodating different setups and room conditions.

Just Add Speakers

The NAD C 700 V2 has everything needed to play music, by just adding speakers. The addition of a MM phono input is a notable enhancement, catering to vinyl enthusiasts who can now enjoy their records with precise RIAA equalization and low noise. The extensive range of connectivity including HDMI eARC, two-way aptX HD Bluetooth, and Apple AirPlay 2 provides flexibility for various devices, enhancing the amplifier’s integration capabilities within diverse entertainment systems. It also includes USB Type A for music playback and connecting an optional calibration mic.

Seamless Hi-Res Music Streaming and Multi-room Capabilities

BluOS streaming and multi-room functionality are at the core of the C 700 V2, providing access to over 20 popular music streaming services, thousands of internet radio stations, and local digital music libraries. Its compatibility with major home control systems and voice assistants like Alexa and Siri adds a layer of convenience, making it a smart addition to modern homes.

Premium Design Meets Intuitive Control

The C 700 V2’s design also deserves praise, featuring a high-definition colour display, a solid aluminium body that exudes a premium and minimalist aesthetic. User-friendly controls via the BluOS Controller app, along with the included remote and compatibility with other IR remotes, ensure easy and intuitive operation.

About NAD Electronics

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 theatre and custom installation applications. Since the beginning, NAD’s commitment to four core values –innovation, simplicity, performance, and value – have earned it a cult-like following that catapulted it to becoming a household name amongst audiophiles and music lovers alike. To this day, the brand continues to design and manufacture some of the most acclaimed and affordable hi-fi components that include modern features and technologies meant to appeal to a new generation of audiophiles.