NAD C 3030S

Stereo integrated amplifier combining a design inspired by the brand’s classic models with the streaming capabilities of the BluOS platform. The black front panel, illuminated analogue VU meters and cursive NAD logo recall the design of the manufacturer’s early amplifiers, bringing a distinctive vintage aesthetic to a product conceived for contemporary home environments.

The amplification section delivers 50 watts per channel and is designed to provide balanced, clear and natural sound reproduction. The C 3030S allows music to be enjoyed from a variety of sources while maintaining controlled performance at different listening levels.

The integrated BluOS platform provides access to music streaming services and local audio libraries through the BluOS Controller app. Multi-room playback also allows music to be distributed across multiple rooms using other BluOS-compatible devices. Bluetooth connectivity is available for wireless audio playback.

Connections include an HDMI eARC input for connecting a television, a dedicated MM phono input for a turntable, an optical digital input and line-level analogue inputs for additional sources. The subwoofer output, featuring bass management, allows a subwoofer to be integrated with the main speakers. An optional 80 Hz high-pass filter is also available to reduce the low-frequency load on the main speakers.

A front-panel headphone output provides a dedicated connection for private listening, while the supplied remote control simplifies everyday operation. Combining stereo amplification, integrated streaming and connections for audio and video sources, the NAD C 3030S is suited to versatile home audio systems for both music listening and television sound.

Technical Specifications

• Type: Stereo integrated amplifier with BluOS streaming
• Continuous output power: 50 W per channel into 8 Ω and 4 Ω, 20 Hz–20 kHz, both channels driven
• IHF dynamic power: 120 W into 8 Ω; 250 W into 4 Ω; 390 W into 2 Ω
• Clipping power: >55 W into 8 Ω; >70 W into 4 Ω, at 1 kHz and 0.1% THD
• Peak output current: >16 A into 1 Ω for 1 ms
• Damping factor: >52, from 20 Hz to 6.5 kHz, into 8 Ω at 50 W
• Total harmonic distortion: <0.03% at the speaker outputs; <0.005% at the preamplifier and headphone outputs; <0.05% with the phono input, from 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Frequency response: 20 Hz–20 kHz (±0.3 dB)
• Signal-to-noise ratio: >90 dB for line input and speaker output; >82 dB for phono input
• Channel separation: >75 dB at 1 kHz and >70 dB at 10 kHz at the speaker outputs; >60 dB at 1 kHz at the headphone output
• Input sensitivity: 750 mV for 50 W into 8 Ω; 100 mV for the preamplifier output; 1.6 mV for the phono input
• Input impedance: 28 kΩ + 360 pF for line input; 46 kΩ / 100 pF for phono input
• Maximum input signal: >5.7 Vrms for line input; >15 mVrms at 1 kHz for phono input, at 0.1% THD
• Preamplifier output: Maximum level >5 V at 0.1% THD; output impedance 345 Ω
• Headphone output: Impedance 22 Ω; distortion <0.005%; frequency response 20 Hz–20 kHz (±0.3 dB)
• Audio inputs: Analogue line-level; MM phono; optical digital; HDMI eARC
• Wireless connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD support, audio reception mode; Wi-Fi 5
• Wired network connection: Gigabit Ethernet RJ45
• Music streaming: Integrated BluOS; access to online music services, Internet radio and local audio libraries; multi-room playback
• BluOS audio formats: MP3, AAC, WMA, OGG, WMA-L, ALAC, OPUS, FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF
• BluOS audio resolution: Up to 192 kHz; 16–24-bit depth
• Network protocols: SMB file sharing
• Control system compatibility: Control4, Crestron, ELAN, Lutron, Push, Roon, RTI, URC
• Voice control: Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Apple Siri through supported devices and applications
• Subwoofer output: Available, with bass management and optional 80 Hz high-pass filter for the main speakers
• Headphone output: Front-panel connection for private listening
• Controls and accessories: Supplied remote control; BluOS Controller app
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 356 × 129 × 329 mm
• Net weight: 5.8 kg