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

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