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@@KristiWright Thanks👀

I was lucky enough to get Onkyo RZ50 on Amazon last week. I'm a newbie on this, but I want to take advantage to get all the "juice out" of the AV receiver. Do you recommend this amplifier or a different one for the RZ50 ?

Let me start by saying that I love the Cheesecake Factory!! I also like buffets, meaning that I like having options, which is why I'm somewhat confused by your rant, although extremely entertaining. 😅. I have the M33 *love ❤️ it) as well as multiple Bluesound products feeding other A/V processors, and I think that you exaggerated the 'analysis paralysis" a little bit. I do believe that the differences between the NAD products are more pronounced than you stated in your video, and I do think that this a benefit to the consumer. If there's something you don't need NAD doesn'tmake you pay for it. Also, I really wish that you would speak more about what makes the NAD amplification so special, in that they are load invariant and how that benefits the consumer in terms of speaker pairing. Now what I do wish is that NAD/Bluesound(Lenbrook) as a whole offer more products with fully balanced I/O. I would love if 778 was a Prepro, or balanced inputs on the M10. That said, just like the Cheesecake Factory, I don't have a problem with options, chances are, that after seeing everything that’s available, I can get exactly what I want, or buy one for now and something for later 😉. Keep up the great work, and look forward to the next video.

Hi, very insightful comment. Do you think the c399 is a good match for the LS50 Meta? I have a T758 (110w) and OPPO 105 then just got a emotiva basx a3 (150w amp). Not much difference compared to the receiver by itself. I think I’m good with my 2.1 setup even for videos. So the thought of the c399 w/ blue OS replacing my receiver, amp, WiiM pro and OPPO which I only use as a dac is appealing.

@@slowinfastout3304 All I could really think is that if the LS50 is fairly neutral itself, then the C399 should be OK. I read of amps being bright to match speakers that are less bright, but one could be endlessly trying out pairings. In addition, with Bluos this should help compensate for speakers that have less than ideal frequency responses. Difficult to drive speakers should be OK with the C399. The LS50s do get very good reviews.

this is not what i call futureproofing, bad promise NAD!

Well that is ridiculous NAD… future con

This is simply not what people want to hear, they want to “upgrade’ their system’s sound. It’s no fun when you have a almost perfect amp. Strange really, they frown at equalizers but they love amps that have a “sound”.

​@@iBlindPanic generally when a speaker is very bright, you combine it with an amp with more bass response and it goes pretty well. at the same time, there are speakers that are very boomy and a neutral amp is preferred

@@ArthaxtaDaVince777 not really an argument, if both the speaker and amp simply reproduce the sound as it was when recorded this in an non issue. Like I said: it seems that some like to chase the perfect system more then actually just getting it. Same with the dislike of eq, what you describe is actually eq but its not adjustable. Anyway: I have this amp incoming, looking forward to it.

@@iBlindPanic I mean that's typicali how you make a stereo setup, some amps just don't sound good with certain speakers, others make them sound just right. It's not just eq, some speakers just demand more power, my 948s drop to 2.5 ohms nominal, so although they are relatively sensitive, they need more power to really move the woofers. Let me know how you like it. I currently run separates, Azur 851N and 851W, but I'm considering selling and getting the 399.

@@lsaideOK an audiocontrol pre-pro. I wish NAD would update the M17.

Thank you so much, Dan! We appreciate you watching.

Speaking of cars, one of the funniest car shopping experiences we've had was looking at a Volkswagen Tiguan Ltd a few years ago. Sitting in the front passenger seat, I said "where's the phone charger?" and the sales person said "oh the Limited model doesn't come with one". Hilarious that in 2020 a car wouldn't come without one but I guess the model name "Limited" was true to its word.

Geez, try buying a Corolla hybrid. Has one trim and one option. The sales floor doesn't even want to look at you.

@@KristiWright 😂 "you damn right it's limited!" I believe is the monologue I broke into 😂

@@andrewrobinsonreviews I think that was my line but regardless of who said it, we had a good laugh and the promptly got TF out. :)

@@drewyoung2102 Chevy Nova with one brown door sounds like my kind of ride. Can I get the Bondo around the front headlamp option?

NAD waking up today: this is NOT the best thing to happen! 😆

Well I appreciate your comment though I doubt NAD will see this video as anything but a negative.

Are you saying the sound of the Powernode is as good as the M10? I’m stuck between the Powernode and the NAD C399.

I think it would be hard to tell the difference. I am playing them through a pair of Klipsch La Scala II Speakers.

@@scpjmartin powenode n330, does it have as much dynamics and detail openness, power as the more expensive c399? I am about to buy an amplifier streamer, doubting between c-389 the cheaper brother of c-399 or Bluesound powernode n330. now have a primary i15 prism. which of the two will make the biggest difference? According to Andrew, none of it matters. maybe durability and consumption?

I have tried n330 with Monitor Audio platinum 100 mk2 and it can drive them but not as my currently Yamaha as1000 (the mids are hidden with n330 and highs are uncontrolled) so I return it and ordered c399...thats gonna be in april so will see whats gonna happen then

@@Darokkk why c-399 and not cheaper model c-389?

We sincerely appreciate you watching and glad you enjoyed the video, Steve. With respect to your comment about KZfaqrs: One can be honest, maintain credibility and still earn a living. We are thankful for the companies who sponsor the channel so we can continue to bring you free content every week. It's unfortunate that KZfaqrs are often vilified or deemed untrustworthy for simply earning a living by having channel sponsors or affiliate links. As long as one discloses as we do, I see nothing wrong with it. Hopefully, you see the next review we do as equally credible even though it will be sponsored.

Don't see your point. They have enough models for various budget I don't see anything wrong with that and people forget they provide modules that gives flexibility for the future "I call that progress". Been a HiFi guy for over 50 years I like the progress NAD has made. The world market is diverse and NAD is in many countries the USA is only one player. As I worked in over 20 countries I saw firsthand how diverse HiFi markets can be.NAD is playing the world market People forget that.

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Thank you so much, Sean! Kristi and I really appreciate your support and hope you are well!

At least there are (as of this comment) only 4 iPhones. Two different sized flagships and two different sized "lesser" models which makes the decision (somewhat) easier than what NAD is doing here with their line up of amps.

That's very kind of you, Che-Wing. Thank you so much.

It has all the features if you pay more for the card FWIW.

Not really when you need power for your speaker to shine which was in my case

Thanks for tuning in and we hope our videos help narrow down your choices so you're not so overwhelmed.

@@andrewrobinsonreviews the internet can be the best and worst thing to happen to human communication. Content like this is what is good about the internet in general. I think this is what its for. True network of like minded people getting to cut out the salesman/middleman for information. Just thanks

Jason, Polk sent us a black pair after all the confusion about the white ones so that we could continue to use them as a reference speaker for reviews. They are on "loan".

yeah but the purifi sounds noticeably better then either the ncore or the UCD.

@@Audiorevue The review points out that any sound differences between the models is negligible. Certainly not sufficient to necessitate spending a lot more money over a newer module. Preference in features, style, and power rating should be the criteria for purchasing.

@@stephenbailey9969 well apparently you've not heard the c298. That is quite literally the first class d amplifier that I've heard that I can actually stand to listening to and enjoy. I don't mean to be overly critical but I've always found class d sort of lifeless sounding, and I know people tend to make generalizations about it and say similar things but that's just what I've heard personally. With the new purifi modules for whatever reason they just sounds brilliant and really bring the music alive in a way that I'm not heard from class d before.

@@Audiorevue I'm simply responding to the review on this channel in which they have heard a number of those amps firsthand. They have said that the differences in sound were negligible. If that is the case, then why spend more for a newer tech when you can get the features you want for less? Of course, all that depends on whether you like the NAD sound. I'm happy you found something you like.

@@stephenbailey9969 of course and I appreciate it and I'm not trying to argue with you in any way. But at the end of the day I didn't say that I found something I liked I just said that I had heard the c298 and thought it was brilliant. No man I've got all pass labs stuff so you know I'm kind of on the opposite side of the table

Thanks for watching as always, we appreciate it!

Bluesound M smart speaker is revelation in sound stage when using Dali custom made DSP algoritam.

Retailers typically shouldn't offer more than three or four choices to people otherwise analysis paralysis sets in and people leave to think it over instead of making an immediate purchase. One low end, one high end and one or two middle choices.

Just don't buy the all in one shampoo and conditioner that's often marketed to men.

@@KristiWright I'm sure I bought some of those, Kristi, long, long ago.

They all do. There is a difference in tone perhaps between classes but within classes you get more similarities than differences (so long as you exclude the potential for coloration from the preamp).

@@andrewrobinsonreviews well articulated dear sir

I'm so happy to hear that you are happy with your purchase.

What speakers are you pairing with your PM7000n ?

@@RobWooten I had bought Focal Aria 936s which have 3 bass units, a midrange and an inverted tweeter. They were well balanced but I never had the feeling that my smallish living area was hearing the best of them. They are very large tower speakers and one reviewer said "they need room to breath". I put the Focals into storage and bought a pair of KEF Q750s. These are smaller and livelier than the Focals and they do quite well with the Marantz amp. I did notice a lack of low bass so bought a 10 inch /25cm Wharfedale sub and that solved the lower bass issue. The system really comes to life with more music that has a lot of dynamics. I will stick with this system until I mange to secure a larger flat and then may resurrect the Focals.

BINGO! Sort of a build your own amp. Pick the chassis and kit it out as needed.

@@andrewrobinsonreviews I would do it wouldn't you? Make it plug and play, like a PC. The profit margin would be amazing, and since NAD is already a beloved brand, there wouldn't be a gimmicky feel to it, more of a future proofing feel.

Does anybody really care what an amp looks like? . If so surely they are missing the point ?. The beauty is what you can hear .............

@@nickloughrey9841 idk. I don’t see anything wrong with a product looking appealing. It’s not like you can’t have both. Especially for what they charge for these things. McIntosh put a premium of visuals and still sound great. Seems to have worked for them.

@@pmizz7959 I didnt say anything wrong , just not a main feature of an audio amp !

I never use room EQ (or mini DSP) for midrange or treble correction, only for bass so I don't mind the "lesser" version of DIRAC here.

Maybe with the exception of the C399 here (which uses Hypex amps like the M33), the Powernode up to 99% of the "classic line" from NAD, yes!

The BEE stuff from the late 90s early 2000s was amazing.

well apparently they still make the c165 and the c275. get them while you can boys cuz with NAD the gravy trains about over

The c399 is almost twice as powerful as the m10 aswell making it a much better value amplifier in my opinion

Thanks. Once we saw the new finish options Herman Miller just released we knew it was the perfect chair for our new home.

We have it and that review is coming.

@@andrewrobinsonreviews Awesome.

Love the Powernode and Node!

At under $1000 the Powernode does EVERYTHING the M33 does minus three features; more power, phono preamp and DIRAC. THAT'S IT! Seeing as how you could argue that DIRAC is either a $600 or a $99 upgrade (it is software after all) I don't see the point in paying through the nose to get it with one of NAD's costlier products. Second, with the introduction of the Blusound receiver deal you can now add more analog and phono inputs to your Bluesound setup and for less than $400 (I think). I mean, c'mon. Thanks for watching!

@@andrewrobinsonreviews I think if you use Roon you can add DSP even if it’s not Dirac.

For those curious, you can check out the Powernode here amzn.to/3hloPW8 and bit.ly/3jPxG40.