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NAD Masters Series M33 vs Primare I35 Prisma
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NAD Masters Series M33

Integrated Amplifier | 200 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Primare I35 Prisma

Integrated Amplifier | 150 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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NAD Masters Series M33 vs Primare I35 Prisma Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Masters Series M33 and I35 Prisma, two Integrated Amplifiers from NAD and Primare. Let's have a brief look at the main features of NAD Masters Series M33 and Primare I35 Prisma first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

NAD Masters Series M33 Key Specs

  • 200 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • Bluetooth v4.0
  • HDMI Input (eARC)
  • Weight: 21.40 lbs / 9.73 kg
  • Built-in Room Correction
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):5-1/4inch x 17-1/8inch x 17-5/8inch

Primare I35 Prisma Key Specs

  • 150 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • USB Input
  • Bluetooth
  • Weight: 24.20 lbs / 11.00 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):4-3/16inch x 17inch x 17-15/16inch

What size room are the NAD Masters Series M33 and Primare I35 Prisma 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 Masters Series M33 Primare I35 Prisma
Near-field Are you nuts? Are you nuts?
Small Room Bad Bad
Mid-size Room Poor Poor
Large Room Good Good
Very Large Room Good Good

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how NAD Masters Series M33 and Primare I35 Prisma 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 Masters Series M33 over Primare I35 Prisma
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 200 watts vs 150 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms 380 watts vs 300 watts Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.003% vs 0.01% Less Harmonic Distortion
Signal to Noise Ratio 120 dB vs 100 dB Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Minimum Impedance 4 ohms vs N/A ohms Compatible with 4-ohms speakers
PhonoInput Yes vs No Connect a turntable directly to your amp
Headphone Output 1/4 vs No Connect your headphone to the amplifier
BluOS Yes vs No Compatible with BluOS Wireless Ecosystem
Base Surface Area 1948.8cm2/ 302.1inch2 vs 1969.9cm2/ 305.3inch2 takes less space in your room

Reasons to choose Primare I35 Prisma over NAD Masters Series M33
MSRP Price(*) 5,795USD vs 5,999USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
App-Based Control Yes vs None Control the amplifier via an app
Total Analog Inputs 5 vs 2 More options for connecting Analog sources
Optical Digital Inputs 4 vs 2 More options for connecting Digital sources
Built-in Chromecast Yes vs No Compatible with Chromecast Streaming
Built-in Chromecast Yes vs No Compatible with Chromecast Streaming
Max Bit Depth 32-bit vs 24-bit Play higher resolution range media
Max Sample Rate 768kHz vs 192kHz Play higher resolution media
Height 107mm vs 134mm 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 Masters Series M33 and Primare I35 Prisma differs from each other.

NAD Masters Series M33 Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
  • Phono Input
  • 2 Optical Digital Input
  • 2 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
    • USB-A(Thumbdrive/External HD)
  • HDMI eARC
  • Ethernet Port
Primare I35 Prisma Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 5
  • 4 Optical Digital Input
  • 2 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
    • USB-A (connect to a USB Mass Storage Class)
    • USB-B (connect to your computer for playback)
  • Ethernet Port
  • XLR Input Port
NAD Masters Series M33 Back View
NAD Masters Series M33 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
Primare I35 Prisma Back View
Primare I35 Prisma Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of NAD Masters Series M33?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Masters Series M33:
  • Integrated streaming amplifier
  • 6-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control (HTRM 2)
  • 4 AA batteries
  • 2 WiFi/Bluetooth antennas
  • Auto calibration microphone
  • USB microphone adapter
  • 4 Magnetic feet
  • Cleaning cloth
  • Quick Setup Guide
  • Internet Update Guidlines
  • Important Safety Instructions
  • Dirac Live Quickstart Guide
  • Warranty Card
  • What's in the Box of Primare I35 Prisma?

    Here are the items that come with the I35 Prisma:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 6-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control (C25)
  • 2 AAA batteries
  • 2 Bluetooth/WiFi antennas
  • Two 59-inch Mono-minijack cables
  • AC polarity pen
  • Thank You Letter
  • Safety And Warning Notification
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