NAD Amplifiers are On Sale

[Big Daddy]

Nad 5-channel and 6-channel amplifiers are on sale.

NAD - CI-9060, 6 Channels
Regular Price: $1,600
Sale Price: $500

http://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo...umber=NACI9060


NAD - T-955, 5 Channels
Regular Price: $1,499
Sale Price: $800

http://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=NAT955


Reviews:
http://nadelectronics.com/reviews/Ho...views-the-T955
http://nadelectronics.com/reviews/In...ADs-AV-Line-Up

[JJ]

Ah, to have $500 lying around, I'd bi-amp my front three in a heartbeat.

[zicmubleu]

In reference to the CI-9060. I have a few questions. First how does this unit compare to the Emotiva in a similar $500 price range in your opinion? Any idea how long this sale will last, I am going out of town for a week and don't want to order something to be delivered while I am gone, think the sale will still be going ten days from now? The owners manual shows a couple of things that are somewhat questionable. The first thing I noticed was it described inserting pins for the speaker connections by tightening the knobs once inserted, but the picture showed the pins inserted into the ends of the knobs as if they were banana plugs. The second thing was the air flow diagram, it made it appear that the air would flow across the cooling fins and out the back, but the unit seems to only have ventilation holes across the top although I can't see the sides. I work with rack mounted equipment and normally it has ventilation holes along the back so that the fans do actually push the air out in that direction, a few of systems have side ventilation as well but generally the air flow is directed so that it is forced to cross all the cooling fins. I am assuming that heating is not a big problem but do you have any experience with this unit? I am very tempted by this price, especially since I have done well with your recommendations in the past.

And one last really dumb/newbie question. The volume control for separates is on the pre/pro I am guessing so my AVR will also provide volume control at the pre-outs, Sony STRDG1000? I am thinking this is a standard among AVRs. And also the subwoofer output is picked up at the pre/pro or AVR? So tempting, might think of getting two for bi-amping. It's only money.

Thanks for the post Big Daddy.

[Big Daddy]

[QUOTE=zicmubleu;1950130]

First how does this unit compare to the Emotiva in a similar $500 price range in your opinion?

Nad is considered to be a higher end company than Emotiva. I own a NAD CD player and it works and sounds great.

Any idea how long this sale will last

This sale will go on until supplies last. If you want the amp, buy it now. Apparently, NAD is introducing new amplifiers.

The first thing I noticed was it described inserting pins for the speaker connections by tightening the knobs once inserted, but the picture showed the pins inserted into the ends of the knobs as if they were banana plugs. The second thing was the air flow diagram, it made it appear that the air would flow across the cooling fins and out the back, but the unit seems to only have ventilation holes across the top although I can't see the sides. I work with rack mounted equipment and normally it has ventilation holes along the back so that the fans do actually push the air out in that direction, a few of systems have side ventilation as well but generally the air flow is directed so that it is forced to cross all the cooling fins. I am assuming that heating is not a big problem but do you have any experience with this unit?

I can't help you with the air flow and pins as I have not seen or owned this amplifier. You can call the company and ask.

The volume control for separates is on the pre/pro I am guessing so my AVR will also provide volume control at the pre-outs

A few amplifiers like my 6-channel Cinepro amplifier have level controls for all the channels. However, the vast majority of amplifiers don't and you get equal output levels from all the channels. The level controls on your AVR or pre/pro work exactly the same as before. That also applies to the pre-outs and the subwoofer level control inside the AVR's menu.

[primaz]

NAD does make good quality amps, I can attest to that as I have (5) NAD amps and they are pushed pretty hard and run long hours on my system That is one crazy low price and I would second big D, that they are definately a step up from Emotiva.

[Happycamper]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

Nad 5-channel and 6-channel amplifiers are on sale.

NAD - CI-9060, 6 Channels
Regular Price: $1,600
Sale Price: $500

http://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo...umber=NACI9060



NAD - T-955, 5 Channels
Regular Price: $1,499
Sale Price: $800

http://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=NAT955

It's very interesting but I don't see anything that makes a NAD a better brand than Emotiva. I really don't see any value in these units unless your into paying more for less. What makes a NAD amp better than a EMOTIVA amp? I see the NAD has lower power ratings, higher THD and so forth for really more money in the end; even while they are on sale. The difference I can see someone hearing is the sound of the register as you empty your wallet.

[JJ]

Originally Posted by Happycamper

It's very interesting but I don't see anything that makes a NAD a better brand than Emotiva. I really don't see any value in these units unless your into paying more for less. What makes a NAD amp better than a EMOTIVA amp? I see the NAD has lower power ratings, higher THD and so forth for really more money in the end; even while they are on sale. The difference I can see someone hearing is the sound of the register as you empty your wallet.

So clearly, these Levinson ML-25s are garbage, then. Only 25 watts! One channel!
http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls....-2-25wpc-mono-

You're the Emotiva fanboy, though, if I remember correctly.

[SammyG]

Thats funny JJ I heard 2watts of a McIntosh amp today on a set off 100k Mc speakers and it was equivilent to my system turned halfway up!

[Johnny Vinyl]

Originally Posted by Happycamper

It's very interesting but I don't see anything that makes a NAD a better brand than Emotiva. I really don't see any value in these units unless your into paying more for less. What makes a NAD amp better than a EMOTIVA amp? I see the NAD has lower power ratings, higher THD and so forth for really more money in the end; even while they are on sale. The difference I can see someone hearing is the sound of the register as you empty your wallet.

Tell you what HappyCamper...I won't knock your EMOTIVA, if you won't knock the NAD in this NAD THREAD! If you're not interested in these amps, why bother replying.

John

[Happycamper]

Originally Posted by John72953

Tell you what HappyCamper...I won't knock your EMOTIVA, if you won't knock the NAD in this NAD THREAD! If you're not interested in these amps, why bother replying.

John

That's fair enough, but for all you who do not know the OP of this thread felt it important to post this in the Official EMO Thread. That's what brought me here. Call me a Fanboy if you must and talk about gear outside of what this post is about is ok for you but not me.......OK then. The OP made mention how NAD is a better brand than EMO, just want to know what makes it so. The OP even stated he has never owned a NAD or EMO amp but NAD is better, so please explain that to me.

I started the EMO thread to keep this kind of crap from happening but I see some like to throw rocks and others wonder why rocks are being thrown back to begin with.....

Enjoy your NAD or what ever tickles your whistle, I'll contiue to enjoy my EMO.

[Johnny Vinyl]

Originally Posted by Happycamper

That's fair enough, but for all you who do not know the OP of this thread felt it important to post this in the Official EMO Thread. That's what brought me here. Call me a Fanboy if you must and talk about gear outside of what this post is about is ok for you but not me.......OK then. The OP made mention how NAD is a better brand than EMO, just want to know what makes it so. The OP even stated he has never owned a NAD or EMO amp but NAD is better, so please explain that to me.

I started the EMO thread to keep this kind of crap from happening but I see some like to throw rocks and others wonder why rocks are being thrown back to begin with.....

Enjoy your NAD or what ever tickles your whistle, I'll contiue to enjoy my EMO.

As you should! We all have our preferences and regardless of the brand, we are here to enjoy ourselves and discuss a fantastic hobby.

John

[Big Daddy]

Originally Posted by Happycamper

That's fair enough, but for all you who do not know the OP of this thread felt it important to post this in the Official EMO Thread. That's what brought me here. Call me a Fanboy if you must and talk about gear outside of what this post is about is ok for you but not me.......OK then. The OP made mention how NAD is a better brand than EMO, just want to know what makes it so. The OP even stated he has never owned a NAD or EMO amp but NAD is better, so please explain that to me.

I started the EMO thread to keep this kind of crap from happening but I see some like to throw rocks and others wonder why rocks are being thrown back to begin with.....

Enjoy your NAD or what ever tickles your whistle, I'll contiue to enjoy my EMO.

Show me a post where I said I prefer Nad amplifiers to Emo amplifiers. I did say that many people consider Nad to be a higher-end company and that is a fact. However, I did not recommend their amplifiers to Emo amps.

Why are you being so sensitive about a particular brand? How many amplifiers have you listened to or owned? Ultimately, it is about entertainment. I don't care about brands, but I do care about enjoyment.

This was my response to crazyBlue in the other thread when he asked about my preference:

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

Unfortunately or fortunately, I am not like the other members who express definitive opinions about products that they have never used. Since I do not own either Emotiva or Nad amplifiers, I cannot comment on the difference between the two units. The only thing I can say is that Nad is a very good company and they make great products. I own a Nad CD player that I bought many years ago. It still works and sounds very good.

[SammyG]

I feel the same way BD does. Hes got 10 more years experience but I know NAD makes a quality product. I also own their equiptment thats outlasted tons of the newer stuff I bought. They've been in business for quite some time and have built a reputation of quality. We all enjoy the same hobby, but we'll never all own the same gear.

[Happycamper]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

Show me a post where I said I prefer Nad amplifiers to Emo amplifiers. I did say that many people consider Nad to be a higher-end company and that is a fact. However, I did not recommend their amplifiers to Emo amps.

Why are you being so sensitive about a particular brand? How many amplifiers have you listened to or owned? Ultimately, it is about entertainment. I don't care about brands, but I do care about enjoyment.

:

OK so when you posted NAD having a sale when a guy is asking about what EMO amp to think about next your saying your not promoting a particular brand. Your funny, why bother to post there when you have a whole dedicated thread is all I'm saying. Your statement of higher-end is not the same as better? What is it then, Higher-end?? Why get upset you ask, simple the whole stop being addicted to EMO thread. Why can't people be happy with people owning EMO gear. People know theirs more than just EMO out there. I was curious about those NAD amps myself that's why I came here to begin with. Not my cup of tea but hey to each his own.

I have to wonder how much they mark those things up to have a sale like that. Come to think of it, all most all of their sales are like that.


Quote:
Originally Posted by crazyBLUE
What should I buy next ? the XPA-3 ~ or the XPA-5 for my front 3 towers !
Opinions please because I may just do this in the next few weeks !!
QUOTE=Big Daddy
NAD amplifiers are also on sale. NAD is a very reputable high-end company and has been in business for a long time.
https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=100848

[SRTCraig]

Having owned a couple of NAD amps in the past i feel i can add something here. (actually i still own one, that i cant bear to part with)

I found with NAD amps that you really need to listen to them for yourself. They rate them pretty conservatively power wise, so much so, they'll out power most with the same power rating.

There what i would consider a slightly warm sound, with a very "full bass" quality.

[Big Daddy]

Originally Posted by Happycamper

OK so when you posted NAD having a sale when a guy is asking about what EMO amp to think about next your saying your not promoting a particular brand. Your funny, why bother to post there when you have a whole dedicated thread is all I'm saying. Your statement of higher-end is not the same as better? What is it then, Higher-end?? Why get upset you ask, simple the whole stop being addicted to EMO thread. Why can't people be happy with people owning EMO gear. People know theirs more than just EMO out there. I was curious about those NAD amps myself that's why I came here to begin with. Not my cup of tea but hey to each his own.

I have to wonder how much they mark those things up to have a sale like that. Come to think of it, all most all of their sales are like that.

I believe the reason for the sale is that the the amps are being discontinued. I am not sure about the second one.

I listed the Nad information for CrazyBlue because my job is to inform and educate the members. As I mentioned before, look at the Receivers, Speakers, & Subwoofers threads and see the number of times people have recommended other products in a particular thread.

Nobody is against Emo. You are being a bit defensive. The perception of many people is that Nad is a higher end company. For the same reason, the perception is that Krell, Mark Levinson, or McIntosh are higher-end amplifier companies than Nad. You cannot change people's perceptions easily.

You keep attacking Nad without any foundation and experience, but I do not say anything negative about Emotiva amplifiers. I don't particularly care for Nad or any other company. It is not my habit to make negative comments about products and companies. In fact, I am strongly against the negative Monster and Bose threads. For your information, check this other thread about pre/pros. Guess the equipment I listed in that thread. You don't see Nad there.

https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=100546

Denon:
http://www.usa.denon.com/ProductDetails/3922.asp

Emotiva:
http://emotiva.com/umc1.shtm

Integra:
http://integrahometheater.com/model....=Separates&p=i

Marantz:
http://us.marantz.com/Products/2290.asp

Outlaw:
http://www.outlawaudio.com/products/997.html

Rotel:
http://www.rotel.com/NA/products/index.htm?cat=25

[crazyBLUE]

Originally Posted by Happycamper

OK so when you posted NAD having a sale when a guy is asking about what EMO amp to think about next your saying your not promoting a particular brand. Your funny, why bother to post there when you have a whole dedicated thread is all I'm saying. Your statement of higher-end is not the same as better? What is it then, Higher-end?? Why get upset you ask, simple the whole stop being addicted to EMO thread. Why can't people be happy with people owning EMO gear. People know theirs more than just EMO out there. I was curious about those NAD amps myself that's why I came here to begin with. Not my cup of tea but hey to each his own.

I have to wonder how much they mark those things up to have a sale like that. Come to think of it, all most all of their sales are like that.


Quote:
Originally Posted by crazyBLUE
What should I buy next ? the XPA-3 ~ or the XPA-5 for my front 3 towers !
Opinions please because I may just do this in the next few weeks !!
QUOTE=Big Daddy
NAD amplifiers are also on sale. NAD is a very reputable high-end company and has been in business for a long time.
https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=100848

As A new member ~ I would personally think it to be A good Idea to get to know the people that have been hear for sometime before ATTACKING them & what they are trying to do ( I.E. HELPING OTHERS IN ONE WAY OR ANOTHER )

Especially when they are A MOD...

[Josh]

These have been on sale for a long time. Many, many months. They are trying to clear stock.

[Drew664]

I'm going to try and do some Google work to find a 'shootout' article comparing NAD amps vs others. If anyone finds one before me, please post it as I think a critical comparison is what would be most helpful in making a decision.

And how would you make the 6 channel amp pour all it's power into 3 channels? Is bridging the correct word for it?

[zicmubleu]

Originally Posted by Drew664

I'm going to try and do some Google work to find a 'shootout' article comparing NAD amps vs others. If anyone finds one before me, please post it as I think a critical comparison is what would be most helpful in making a decision.

And how would you make the 6 channel amp pour all it's power into 3 channels? Is bridging the correct word for it?

I thought that was called bi-amping. You separate the high and lows at the preamp stage and amplify them separately, then wire the amp's outputs to your speakers on the input jacks for the tweeters and mid/bass drivers separately. To me this is the most appropriate way to improve the sound you can deliver from your system using the same electronics. But I may have misunderstood Jomari's thread on bi-amping. Of course there are the acoustic treatments and speaker stands that would also provide large improvements.