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Audiolab 8300A vs NAD Masters Series M10 V2
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Audiolab 8300A

Integrated Amplifier | 75 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Audiolab 8300A
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NAD Masters Series M10 V2

Integrated Amplifier | 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Audiolab 8300A vs NAD Masters Series M10 V2 Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers . Audiolab 8300A is a Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC speaker whereas the Masters Series M10 V2 is a Streaming Integrated Amplifier speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Audiolab 8300A and NAD Masters Series M10 V2 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Audiolab 8300A Key Specs

  • 75 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Phono Input
  • HDMI Input (Arc)
  • Weight: 17.19 lbs / 7.80 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):3-1/16inch x 17-9/16inch x 14-1/8inch

NAD Masters Series M10 V2 Key Specs

  • 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • USB Input
  • HDMI Input (eARC)
  • Bluetooth v4.0
  • Built-in Room Correction
  • Weight: 11.00 lbs / 5.00 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):3-15/16inch x 8-9/16inch x 10-15/16inch

What size room are the Audiolab 8300A and NAD Masters Series M10 V2 Amplifiers good for?

The size of the room in which you are planning to use these amplifiers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their max power parameters:

Listening Environment Audiolab 8300A NAD Masters Series M10 V2
Near-field Poor Poor
Small Room Average Poor
Mid-size Room Good Good
Large Room Average Good
Very Large Room Poor Average

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Audiolab 8300A and NAD Masters Series M10 V2 compares and end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these amplifiers is the better choice for you.


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Reasons to choose Audiolab 8300A over NAD Masters Series M10 V2
MSRP Price(*) 1,699USD vs 2,999USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Watts into 4-ohms 115 watts vs 100 watts Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.002% vs 0.03% Less Harmonic Distortion
Signal to Noise Ratio 107 dB vs 90 dB Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Total Analog Inputs 4 vs 2 More options for connecting Analog sources
PhonoInput Yes vs No Connect a turntable directly to your amp
Height 80mm vs 101mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose NAD Masters Series M10 V2 over Audiolab 8300A
Built-in Room Correction Yes vs No Adjusts audio output to compensate for acoustic anomalies in a listening space
Full-color Display Yes vs No Displays Album and device Info
Watts into 8-ohms 100 watts vs 75 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Buil-in DAC Yes vs No Connect digital sources without an external DAC
USB Input Yes vs Connect Sources via USB
Apple AirPlay Yes vs No Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay
Apple AirPlay 2 Yes vs No Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay 2
Roon Ready vs No Roon Compatibility
BluOS Yes vs No Compatible with BluOS Wireless Ecosystem
Base Surface Area 606.0cm2/ 93.9inch2 vs 1475.1cm2/ 228.6inch2 takes less space in your room

Inputs and Outputs

The input and output selections that are offered is an important factor when comparing two amplifiers. Here you can find how the I/O selections of the Audiolab 8300A and NAD Masters Series M10 V2 differs from each other.

Audiolab 8300A Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
  • Phono Input
  • HDMI Arc
  • XLR Input Port
NAD Masters Series M10 V2 Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
  • 1 Optical Digital Input
  • 1 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
    • USB-A(Thumbdrive/External HD)
  • HDMI eARC
  • Ethernet Port
Audiolab 8300A Back View
Audiolab 8300A Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
Outputs
  • Stereo RCA, Sub Preamp Outputs
  • Subwoofer Output
NAD Masters Series M10 V2 Back View
NAD Masters Series M10 V2 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Audiolab 8300A?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of 8300A:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 6.5-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control
  • Bluetooth antenna
  • User Instructions
  • What's in the Box of NAD Masters Series M10 V2?

    Here are the items that come with the Masters Series M10 V2:
  • Integrated streaming amplifier
  • 6-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control (with two 3V batteries)
  • Auto calibration microphone
  • USB microphone adapter
  • Cleaning cloth
  • Quick Setup Guide
  • Internet Update Guidlines
  • Important Safety Instructions
  • Dirac Live Quickstart Guide
  • Warranty Card
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