The C316BEE V2 is an integrated amplifier by NAD that delivers 40 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms and 40 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms. It was released in July 2018. It is a 2-channel design using a Class A/B output stage. A minimum impedance of 4 ohms makes it compatible with a wide range of loudspeakers. It also has a phono input, so a turntable can connect straight to it. The NAD C316BEE V2 has an MSRP of $499.
There are 10 NAD amplifiers in our database. Below you can see the main specs of these amps.
NAD Integrated Amplifier Series
Performance Specs
One of the most important factors when deciding on an integrated amplifier is its power ratings and compatibility with your speaker's impedance requirements. The NAD C316BEE V2 is rated at 40 watts RMS into 8-ohms. NAD provides this wattage at a THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) of 0.03% which is an important indicator of distortion at the given values (lower THD is better).
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 40 watts into 8-ohms (20 Hz-20 kHz) at 0.03%
- 40 watts into 4-ohms
- 4-ohms Min Impedance (allows compatibility with a wide range of loudspeakers)
- 95dB Signal to Noise Ratio
How loud will 40 watts actually play in your room? →
Wiring more than one pair of speakers to it? Check the load first →
Which speakers suit the NAD C316BEE V2?
40 W into 8 ohms, 40 W into 4, rated down to 4 ohms.
We rank every passive speaker we cover against it on power, impedance safety and current
delivery.
Need more power?
NAD C316BEE V2 is rated at 40 watts into 8 ohms, which puts it in our Up to 60 watts band. The next band up is 61 to 90 watts, which is worth about 3.9dB more output. That is a real difference in headroom on peaks, and a modest one in how loud the system plays - power and loudness are not the same thing.
Before buying watts, check what your speakers actually need: the amp and speaker matcher works it out from their sensitivity, impedance and your room.
When pairing the NAD C316BEE V2 with a passive Bookshelf (Stand mount) or Passive Floor Standing (Tower) speaker, you have to check if their Max Power Range is below the max wattage of the amp for the given impedance levels.
Operating your amp outside of this max range may damage the speakers.
What size of room is the NAD C316BEE V2 Amplifier good for?
An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the NAD C316BEE V2 amplifier. Here, taking into account its maximum power parameters, we analyzed its applicability to various size environments:
| Listening Environment |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Good |
| Small Room | Good |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Poor |
| Very Large Room | No way |
Inputs and Outputs
Besides the performance specs of the NAD C316BEE V2, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
NAD C316BEE V2 has total of 5 Analog inputs including 1 Phono Input (MM).
NAD C316BEE V2 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 5
- Phono Input
Outputs
- Speaker Outputs
- 1/4 Headphone Output
Bluetooth Connectivity
NAD C316BEE V2 doesn't have bluetooth connectivity feature. In order to stream your music via bluetooth, the easiest way is to connect an external bluetooth receiver to your NAD C316BEE V2. Two bluetooth receivers that we recommend are the
iFi Zen Blue V2 and the
Audioengine B1.
Among the amps in the same price range, these are the 5 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:
Phono Input
NAD C316BEE V2 features one Phono Input which is compatible with
MM (Moving Magnet) type of phono cartridges, you can connect your turntable with MM cartridges directly to this amp without the need for a phono preamp. If you are using an MC cartridge on your turntable, you need to use a phono preamp that has MC phono stage such as the
Cambridge Duo or the
iFi ZEN Phono.
NAD C316BEE V2 External Dimensions and Weight
NAD C316BEE V2 has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 3-1/4inch x 17-1/8inch x 11-5/16inch (83.0mm x 435.0mm x 288.0mm ). The unit weighs
5.5 kg (12.1 lbs).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of an integrated amplifier may become an important decision factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of the NAD C316BEE V2 is approximately 1252.8cm2 / 194.2inch2.
- Width: 435.0mm (17-1/8")
- Height: 83.0mm (3-1/4")
- Depth: 288.0mm (11-5/16")
- Weight: 5.5 kg (12.1 lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~1252.8cm2 / 194.2inch2
- Volume: ~10.4 liter / 2.7 gallon
What's in the Box of NAD C316BEE V2?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of C316BEE V2:
- Integrated amplifier
- Remote control (AMP 4)
- CR2025 3V battery
- Owners manual
- Warranty information
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the NAD C316BEE V2 Integrated Amplifier can be found below:
Official Product Page for NAD C316BEE V2
Warranty
2 Years of parts warranty and 2 Years of labor warranty is generally provided for the NAD C316BEE V2 by the manufacturer.
| General |
| Brand |
NAD |
| Full Model Name |
NAD C316BEE V2 |
| Release Date |
July 2018 |
| Amplifier Type |
Integrated Amplifier |
| Number of Channels |
2 |
| Amp Class |
Class A/B |
| Amplifier Technology |
Solid State |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
40 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
40 watts |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
20 Hz-20 kHz |
| Damping Factor |
200 |
| THD |
0.03% |
| Minimum Impedance |
4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
95 dB |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
No |
| Bluetooth |
No |
| WiFi |
|
| Ecosystem |
| Apple AirPlay |
No |
| Apple AirPlay2 |
No |
| DTS Play-Fi |
No |
| Chromecast built-in |
No |
| Roon |
No |
| HEOS |
No |
| BluOS |
No |
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
5 |
| Phono Input |
Yes |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
No |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
No |
| Preamp Outputs |
No |
| Pre-out / Main-in Loop |
No |
| Headphone Output |
1/4 |
| Removable Power Cord |
No |
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
83.0mm (3-1/4") |
| Width |
435.0mm (17-1/8") |
| Depth |
288.0mm (11-5/16") |
| Weight |
5.5 kg (12.1 lbs) |
| OTHER |
| Parts Warranty |
2 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
2 Years |