The D 3020 V2 is an integrated amplifier with built-in DAC by NAD that delivers 30 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms. It was released in 2018. It is a 2-channel design using a Class D output stage. A minimum impedance of 4 ohms makes it compatible with a wide range of loudspeakers. It has a built-in DAC, so you can play digital sources directly with no separate DAC unit needed. It also has a phono input, so a turntable can connect straight to it. The NAD D 3020 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 D 3020 V2 is rated at 30 watts RMS into 8-ohms. NAD provides this wattage at a THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) of 0.1% which is an important indicator of distortion at the given values (lower THD is better).
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 30 watts into 8-ohms (20 Hz-20 kHz) at 0.1%
- 4-ohms Min Impedance (allows compatibility with a wide range of loudspeakers)
- 98dB Signal to Noise Ratio
How loud will 30 watts actually play in your room? →
Wiring more than one pair of speakers to it? Check the load first →
Which speakers suit the NAD D 3020 V2?
30 W into 8 ohms, 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 D 3020 V2 is rated at 30 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 D 3020 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 D 3020 V2 Amplifier good for?
An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the NAD D 3020 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 D 3020 V2, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
NAD D 3020 V2 has total of 1 Analog inputs including 1 Phono Input (MM).
NAD D 3020 V2 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 1
- Phono Input
- 1 Optical Digital Input
- 1 Coaxial Digital Input
Outputs
- Speaker Outputs
- 3.5mm (2) Preamp Outputs
- 3.5mm Headphone Output
Bluetooth Connectivity
NAD D 3020 V2 features built-in Bluetooth 4.0 for wireless music streaming from your Bluetooth-enabled devices such as Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad, Android smartphone/tablet, Windows PC, Mac computers/laptops.
Among the amps in the same price range, these are the 4 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:
NAD D 3020 V2 supports the following Bluetooth Codecs when used with supported devices:
Phono Input
NAD D 3020 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.
DAC and Digital Music
The NAD D 3020 V2's built-in DAC allows the connection of digital sources directly, eliminating the need for an external DAC.
NAD D 3020 V2 Handheld Remote
NAD D 3020 V2 External Dimensions and Weight
NAD D 3020 V2 has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 7-3/8inch x 2-5/16inch x 9-3/4inch (188.0mm x 59.0mm x 248.0mm ). The unit weighs
1.41 kg (3.1 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 D 3020 V2 is approximately 146.3cm2 / 22.7inch2.
- Width: 59.0mm (2-5/16")
- Height: 188.0mm (7-3/8")
- Depth: 248.0mm (9-3/4")
- Weight: 1.41 kg (3.1 lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~146.3cm2 / 22.7inch2
- Volume: ~2.8 liter / 0.7 gallon
NAD D 3020 V2 - Side View
What's in the Box of NAD D 3020 V2?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of D 3020 V2:
- Hybrid digital amplifier
- 6-feet AC power cord
- Remote control (AMP 3)
- CR2025 3V battery
- Minijack-to-RCA adapter
- 4 Self-adhesive rubber feet
- Quick Setup Guide
- Warranty Card
NAD D 3020 V2 - What's in the Box
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the NAD D 3020 V2 Integrated Amplifier can be found below:
Official Product Page for NAD D 3020 V2
Warranty
2 Years of parts warranty and 2 Years of labor warranty is generally provided for the NAD D 3020 V2 by the manufacturer.
| General |
| Brand |
NAD |
| Full Model Name |
NAD D 3020 V2 |
| Release Date |
2018 |
| Amplifier Type |
Integrated Amplifier |
| Number of Channels |
2 |
| Amp Class |
Class D |
| Amplifier Technology |
Solid State |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
30 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
N/A |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
20 Hz-20 kHz |
| THD |
0.1% |
| Minimum Impedance |
4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
98 dB |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| 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 |
1 |
| Phono Input |
Yes |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
1 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
1 |
| Preamp Outputs |
3.5mm (2) |
| Pre-out / Main-in Loop |
No |
| Headphone Output |
3.5mm |
| Removable Power Cord |
IEC 2-prong |
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
188.0mm (7-3/8") |
| Width |
59.0mm (2-5/16") |
| Depth |
248.0mm (9-3/4") |
| Weight |
1.41 kg (3.1 lbs) |
| OTHER |
| Parts Warranty |
2 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
2 Years |