NAD C 389 vs Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated Detailed Comparison

NAD C 389 vs Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated

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NAD C 389

Integrated Amplifier | 130 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated

Integrated Amplifier | 125 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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NAD C 389 vs Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing C 389 and NewClassic 200 Integrated, two Integrated Amplifiers from NAD and Parasound. Let's have a brief look at the main features of NAD C 389 and Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

NAD C 389 Key Specs

130 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

Phono Input

USB Input

Bluetooth

HDMI Input (eARC)

Weight: 19.10 lbs / 8.70 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):3-15/16 x 7-1/8 x 15-7/16 inch

Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated Key Specs

125 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

Phono Input

USB Input

Weight: 11.50 lbs / 5.23 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):2-1/2inch x 17-1/4inch x 16-3/4inch

What size room are the NAD C 389 and Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated 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	NAD C 389	Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated
Near-field	Poor	Poor
Small Room	Poor	Poor
Mid-size Room	Good	Good
Large Room	Good	Good
Very Large Room	Average	Average

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how NAD C 389 and Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated 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 NAD C 389 over Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated

Watts into 8-ohms	130 watts vs 125 watts	Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms	130 watts vs 125 watts	Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.02% vs 0.1%	Less Harmonic Distortion
Bluetooth	Yes vs No	Stream music via Bluetooth devices
Optical Digital Inputs	2 vs 1	More options for connecting Digital sources
Coaxial Digital Inputs	2 vs 1	More options for connecting Digital sources
Max Bit Depth	32-bit vs 24-bit	Play higher resolution range media
Max Sample Rate	384kHz vs 192kHz	Play higher resolution media
Base Surface Area	1705.0cm²/ 264.3inch² vs 1870.1cm²/ 289.9inch²	takes less space in your room

Reasons to choose Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated over NAD C 389

MSRP Price(*)	1,399USD vs 1,499USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Signal to Noise Ratio	100 dB vs 95 dB	Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Total Analog Inputs	4 vs 3	More options for connecting Analog sources
Height	64mm vs 100mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces

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 NAD C 389 and Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated differs from each other.

NAD C 389 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 3
Phono Input
2 Optical Digital Input
2 Coaxial Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB-A(Service Only)
HDMI eARC

Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
Phono Input
1 Optical Digital Input
1 Coaxial Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB-B(Connect to your computer for playback)

NAD C 389 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs

Stereo RCA, Sub Preamp Outputs
1/4 Headphone Output
Subwoofer Output

Outputs

Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
3.5mm Headphone Output
Subwoofer Output

Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated Back View (Click the image for the larger version)