Product Overview
Featuring a superbly designed tone control circuit, the C 165BEE is an exceptional example of how to implement high-fidelity tone controls by affecting only the frequency extremes and leaving the critical midrange untouched, while also offering a bypass option. With a 12V-trigger output and IR inputs and outputs on the rear panel, the C 165BEE is ready to integrate with CI control systems. With outstanding build quality and true engineering sophistication, the NAD C 165BEE is the preamp you’ve been waiting for.
Performance Far Beyond Expectation
The C 165BEE is an all-new design representing a lifetime of design experience from NAD’s renowned Director of Advanced Developments, Bjørn Erik Edvardsen. New semi-conductors and improved production techniques such as surface mount devices (SMDs) have created opportunities for performance far beyond expectation when compared to previous products in this price range. Compared to its predecessor the C 162, an improved tone control circuit and revised PCB layout has reduced distortion and noise to unprecedented levels when combined with the high signal capacity of the NAD Class A Gain Modules.
Key Features
6 line level inputs
3 position Resistance and Capacitance settings for Phono Input
Subwoofer output
Pure Class A gain modules
Heavy gauge steel chassis
Gold plated sockets
IR In and Out
SR 8 NAD 4 device system remote control
Phono Input with selectable Moving Coil and Moving Magnet sensitivity settings
2 Line Level Outputs, one variable from 0dB to -12dB
Independent headphone amplifier
Sealed reed relays for input switching
Bass and Treble Controls with Defeat Switch (bypass)
12V trigger output
Detachable power cord
<1 watt standby consumption
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