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NAD C3030 Stereophonic Amplifier

SKU C3030

Category NAD Electronics, Integrated Amplifiers, Integrated Amps

The NAD C 3030 blends retro-inspired styling with modern connectivity in a compact integrated amplifier. With heritage details like VU meters and a cursive NAD logo, its proportions recall the look of NAD’s original 3030 while fitting easily into today’s living spaces. Inside, 50 watts per channel of clean NAD power deliver true Hi-Fi performance, supported by HDMI eARC, Bluetooth, and a bass-managed subwoofer output. As part of NAD’s Classic Series, the C 3030 offers a balance of character, sound quality, and everyday usability.

Vintage Style, Modern Appeal

The C 3030 stands out with a look that recalls NAD’s earliest amplifiers. Its black faceplate, VU meters, and cursive NAD logo give it character that feels both classic and contemporary. More than just styling, these details connect the C 3030 to NAD’s long history in Hi-Fi, making it a piece you’ll want to display as much as listen to. Compact proportions also make it easy to fit into modern living spaces without sacrificing personality.

Seamless Connectivity

The C 3030 is designed to integrate seamlessly into modern entertainment setups. HDMI eARC lets you connect directly to your TV for improved sound with movies and shows, while Bluetooth makes it simple to enjoy music wirelessly from smartphones, tablets, and laptops. A bass-managed subwoofer output with an optional 80Hz high-pass filter adds flexibility for creating a balanced 2.1 system. With these options, the C 3030 provides the right connections for both everyday listening and dedicated Hi-Fi use.

Renowned NAD Sound

Delivering 50 watts per channel, the C 3030 continues NAD’s reputation for clean, dynamic amplification. Its design prioritises musical accuracy and control, ensuring every track is presented with clarity and detail. Whether paired with bookshelf or floorstanding loudspeakers, the C 3030 has the power to fill a room while maintaining balance and composure. It’s a sound shaped by decades of NAD engineering, designed to bring listeners closer to the music.

High-Fidelity Made Simple

As the most affordable vintage-styled amplifier in NAD’s Classic Series, the C 3030 makes it easier to enjoy true Hi-Fi sound at home. It combines the essentials of NAD design — clean amplification, modern connectivity, and thoughtful styling — in a streamlined format. Whether you’re starting your first system or adding NAD performance to an existing setup, the C 3030 delivers the clarity and character that define high-fidelity listening.

Compact by Design

The C 3030’s compact footprint makes it easy to place in a variety of listening spaces, from shelves and media units to dedicated audio setups. Its understated finish and vintage-inspired details let it blend naturally into different interiors while still standing out as a component with character. Designed to fit comfortably in today’s homes, the C 3030 balances practical dimensions with NAD’s focus on timeless design and sound quality.

Features & Details

50 watts per channel of NAD amplification
Retro design details including VU meters and cursive NAD logo
HDMI eARC for direct TV connection
Bluetooth for wireless music streaming
Bass-managed subwoofer output with optional 80Hz fixed high-pass filter
Compact form factor for flexible placement
1x Phono input, 1x Line input, 1x Optical input, 1x HDMI, Bluetooth
Headphone output
Remote control included

PREAMPLIFIER SECTION

LINE INPUT, PRE-OUT (ANALOG BYPASS ON)

THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
- <0.005 % at 4V out
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
- >90 dB (IHF; A-weighted, 500 mV out, unity gain)
Input impedance (R and C)
- 28 kohms + 360 pF
Maximum input signal
- >5.7 Vrms (0.1 % THD)
Output impedance
- 345 ohms
Input sensitivity
- 100 mV (500 mV out, Volume maximum)
Frequency response
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.3 dB)
Input sensitivity
- 100 mV (500 mV out, Volume maximum)
Frequency response
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.3 dB)
Maximum voltage output
- >5 V (0.1 % THD)

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

LINE IN, SPEAKER OUT

Continuous output power into 8 ohms and 4 ohms
- 50W (20 Hz-20 kHz at rated THD, both channels driven)
THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
- <0.03 % (250 mW to 50 W, 8 ohms and 4 ohms)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
- >90 dB (A-weighted, 500 mV input, 1 W out in 8 ohms)
Clipping power
- >70W (1 kHz 0.1 % THD, 4 ohms)
- >55W (1 kHz 0.1 % THD, 8 ohms)
IHF dynamic power
- 8 ohms: 120 W
- 4 ohms: 250W
- 2 ohms: 390 W

LINE IN, SPEAKER OUT

IHF dynamic power
- >16A (1 ohm, 1 ms)
Damping factor
- >52 (20Hz to 6.5kHz, 50W 8 ohms)
Frequency response
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.3 dB)
Channel separation
- >75 dB (1 kHz)
- >70 dB (10 kHz)
Input sensitivity (50 W in 8 ohms)
- 750 mV
Frequency band
- 2.402 G- 2.480 G
Maximum transmit power
- 7 dBm ± 2 dBm
Power consumption, standby mode
- 0.5 W

Data Sheet

What is Dirac Live?

Dirac Live is an advanced room correction and sound optimisation technology that dramatically improves your audio experience. By analysing how sound behaves in your space, it automatically adjusts your speakers to eliminate distortion, correct timing issues, and balance the overall sound.

When integrated with an AVR, Dirac Live measures the acoustic characteristics of your space using a calibrated microphone, analysing how sound interacts with the room. It then adjusts the speaker’s output to ensure that the sound is balanced and true-to-source, regardless of the room’s shape, size, or materials. This process includes aligning the timing and phase of the speakers to provide a cohesive, immersive sound field—something that would be impossible to achieve with just speaker placement alone.

Contrary to basic EQ systems that mainly flatten the frequency response, Dirac Live corrects both the frequency and impulse response. This means it not only addresses tonal balance but also ensures that transient sounds (like a clap or a drum hit) are reproduced cleanly without smearing or delay. With its capability to adjust for phase issues between speaker drivers, Dirac Live creates a more accurate and immersive audio experience that feels more natural and more true to the recording . By using Dirac Live, you’re essentially enhancing the performance of your sound system by making the sound more realistic and detailed, even in challenging spaces.

Select Bluesound and NAD products are compatible with Dirac.
Unless otherwise stated, a Dirac software license is required (sold separately).

Want to learn more? Check out this video about room correction:

Ready to go? Check out the official Calibration Guide to see how it's done:

PREAMPLIFIER SECTION

LINE INPUT, PRE-OUT (ANALOG BYPASS ON)

THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
- <0.005 % at 4V out
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
- >90 dB (IHF; A-weighted, 500 mV out, unity gain)
Input impedance (R and C)
- 28 kohms + 360 pF
Maximum input signal
- >5.7 Vrms (0.1 % THD)
Output impedance
- 345 ohms
Input sensitivity
- 100 mV (500 mV out, Volume maximum)
Frequency response
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.3 dB)
Input sensitivity
- 100 mV (500 mV out, Volume maximum)
Frequency response
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.3 dB)
Maximum voltage output
- >5 V (0.1 % THD)

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

LINE IN, SPEAKER OUT

Continuous output power into 8 ohms and 4 ohms
- 50W (20 Hz-20 kHz at rated THD, both channels driven)
THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
- <0.03 % (250 mW to 50 W, 8 ohms and 4 ohms)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
- >90 dB (A-weighted, 500 mV input, 1 W out in 8 ohms)
Clipping power
- >70W (1 kHz 0.1 % THD, 4 ohms)
- >55W (1 kHz 0.1 % THD, 8 ohms)
IHF dynamic power
- 8 ohms: 120 W
- 4 ohms: 250W
- 2 ohms: 390 W

LINE IN, SPEAKER OUT

IHF dynamic power
- >16A (1 ohm, 1 ms)
Damping factor
- >52 (20Hz to 6.5kHz, 50W 8 ohms)
Frequency response
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.3 dB)
Channel separation
- >75 dB (1 kHz)
- >70 dB (10 kHz)
Input sensitivity (50 W in 8 ohms)
- 750 mV
Frequency band
- 2.402 G- 2.480 G
Maximum transmit power
- 7 dBm ± 2 dBm
Power consumption, standby mode
- 0.5 W