Musical Fidelity M3si Integrated Amplifier

$1,130.49

GTIN: 5060183461451 SKU: 5060183461451 Category:

Description

The M3si integrated amplifier produces high quality sound, has an extensive range of useful inputs and offers high reliability, compact size and a fair price. With its strong 85 watts per channel, the M3si will drive a huge variety of appropriate loudspeakers. It has inputs for phono (MM), 4 line inputs and USB ‘B’ up to 24bit 96 kHz.

The M3si’s sound is effortless, clear and sweet. It projects wide and deep images and has plenty of power to deliver excellent dynamic range.

The M3si is unconditionally stable and will drive any appropriate loudspeaker with ease.

Although it is Musical Fidelity’s lowest price amplifier, it embodies our hallmark values of uncoloured, stress-free sound, outstanding technical performance and great value for money.

M3si In Brief

  • 85WPC
  • Excellent technical performance
  • Preamp output
  • Unconditional stability, will drive any loudspeaker
  • Wide range of useful inputs
  • including asynchronous USB and MM phono
  • Excellent build quality and convenient size

Specifications

Power output: 85 W per channel into 8 ohm
THD(+ noise): <0.014 % typical, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio: >98 dB ‘A’-weighted
Frequency Response: +0, –0.1 dB, 10 Hz to 20 kHz
Inputs: 4x Line Level RCA / Phono, 1x USB type ‘B’ connector – Asynchronous data stream at up to 24-bit/96kHz, 1x MM Phono input

Phono
Sensitivity (nominal):
 3 mV (suitable for cartridges giving 1.5mV or more including high output MC types)
Signal / noise ratio: >70 dB ‘A’-weighted
Input impedance: 50 k ohm
Frequency response: RIAA/IEC ±1 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz

Dimensions – WxHxD (mm): 440 x 100 x 400
Weight (unpacked / packed): 9.2 kg/ 13 kg

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ContentThe M3si integrated amplifier produces high quality sound, has an extensive range of useful inputs and offers high reliability, compact size and a fair price. With its strong 85 watts per channel, the M3si will drive a huge variety of appropriate loudspeakers. It has inputs for phono (MM), 4 line inputs and USB ‘B’ up to 24bit 96 kHz. The M3si’s sound is effortless, clear and sweet. It projects wide and deep images and has plenty of power to deliver excellent dynamic range. The M3si is unconditionally stable and will drive any appropriate loudspeaker with ease. Although it is Musical Fidelity’s lowest price amplifier, it embodies our hallmark values of uncoloured, stress-free sound, outstanding technical performance and great value for money.

M3si In Brief

  • 85WPC
  • Excellent technical performance
  • Preamp output
  • Unconditional stability, will drive any loudspeaker
  • Wide range of useful inputs
  • including asynchronous USB and MM phono
  • Excellent build quality and convenient size

Specifications

Power output: 85 W per channel into 8 ohm THD(+ noise): <0.014 % typical, 20 Hz to 20 kHz Signal to Noise Ratio: >98 dB ‘A’-weighted Frequency Response: +0, –0.1 dB, 10 Hz to 20 kHz Inputs: 4x Line Level RCA / Phono, 1x USB type ‘B’ connector - Asynchronous data stream at up to 24-bit/96kHz, 1x MM Phono input Phono Sensitivity (nominal): 3 mV (suitable for cartridges giving 1.5mV or more including high output MC types) Signal / noise ratio: >70 dB ‘A’-weighted Input impedance: 50 k ohm Frequency response: RIAA/IEC ±1 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz Dimensions - WxHxD (mm): 440 x 100 x 400 Weight (unpacked / packed): 9.2 kg/ 13 kg
Mu-so 2nd Generation is the successor to the multiple award-winning Mu-so wireless music system, re-engineered for class-leading performance, functionality, and usability by Naim's experts in Salisbury, England. Combining Naim's 45 years of hi-fi mastery with the very latest music-streaming technology and premium design quality, this is the ultimate single-box system you and your music deserve. From up to 32bit high-resolution streaming to multiroom music to HDMI TV sound; you’ve never heard it so good from an all-in-one wireless system. The all-new multicore Digital Signal Processor (DSP) drives higher performance, providing 2000 MIPS (Million Instructions Per Second) compared to the original Mu-so’s single-core, 150MIPS DSP. Naim has also created a new limiter algorithm that keeps each of Mu-so 2nd Generation’s speaker drivers’ movement under control when at high volume levels. The new limiter, by design; is only active at extreme volume levels, and helps to retain the music’s clarity and increase long-term reliability. Premium aluminum casing, in a new burnished grey finish. It may look similar outside, but inside Mu-so 2nd Generation, the majority of components have been upgraded to improve performance. The cabinet design has been re-engineered to create 13% more internal volume, enabling bigger, better bass. Both the cabinet bracing and baffle molding have been redesigned for improved rigidity, which suppresses and controls vibrations. The distinctive heat-sink fins are now more compact, while still being ultra-effective, and continuing to feature Naim patented technology that discreetly incorporates the Wi-Fi antenna.

Specifications

Audio Inputs HDMI: ARC in with CEC Streaming: Apple AirPlay 2, Chromecast Built-in, UPnP, Spotify® Connect, TIDAL, Roon Ready, Bluetooth, Internet Radio Analog input: 3.5mm Jack USB: USB2 (Type A connector) Digital (S/PDIF): Optical S/PDIF up to 96 kHz Connectivity Multiroom: Sync up to five Naim streaming products and control via the Naim App Network: Ethernet (10/100Mbps), Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n/ac), BLE v4.2 Formats Internet radio formats: Windows Media-formatted content, MP3, ACC, Ogg Vorbis streams and MMS Internet radio provider: vTuner Premium 5* Audio formats WAV, FLAC and AIFF – up to 24bit/384kHz ALAC (Apple Lossless) – up to 24bit/384kHz MP3 – up to 48kHz, 320kbit (16 bit) AAC – up to 48kHz, 320kbit (16bit) OGG and WMA – up to 48kHz (16bit) DSD- 64 and 128Fs Bluetooth - SBC, AAC Note: Gapless playback supported on all formats Warranty: Two years Physical Finishes: Burnished and anodized aluminum casework, CNC milled, bead blasted and anodized aluminum heatsinks, dual-tone grey and black fabric grill or light wood veneer and beige fabric grill. Weight: 24.69 lb Dimensions (HWD): 4.8" x 24.7" x 10.4" Amplifier output: 450 W – (6 x 75 W) Power Consumption Typical use: 17 W Standby mode: < 2 W Deep sleep (No-network standby mode): < 0.5 W Speaker system: Stereo 3-way; DSP-optimised vented box acoustic system Supplied with: Dual-tone grey and black grill, remote control, power cord, reset pin-hole tool and information booklets

NAD C 388 INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER

A prime example of what we stand for here at NAD, the C 388 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier is at the top of its class in the world of affordable amplification. An incredibly powerful amp, the C 388 employs NAD technologies like Asymmetrical PowerDrive™ to ensure that even the most demanding speakers can be driven to life-like listening levels without dynamic compression. Thanks to its advanced preamplifier circuit, the C 388 gives low noise at all volume settings, ensuring that you’ll be able to listen to your music without any distractions. Another technology that’s available to the C 388 is the BluOS™ module, a music management system that can stream your music library wirelessly across your home Wi-Fi network. You can also instantly connect to the C 388 with Bluetooth® giving you access to various streaming services. With the ability to accommodate a variety of sources both past and present, the C 388 is a remarkably flexible product that will become a core addition to your home audio system.  

NAD'S NEW CLASSIC AMPLIFIERS. INTELLIGENT. POWERFUL. EFFICIENT.

Introducing the NAD C388

Expansive Power with Unprecedented Flexibility.

The C 388 ties together all the critical elements of a top performing music system; music sources past, present, and future, in addition to providing a nearly unrestricted reservoir of power that allows your speakers to reveal every nuance of musical detail. This advanced amplifier includes many cutting edge technological breakthroughs developed by NAD over decades of creating affordable ultra-high performance audio components.  

Getting the Basics Right

It is surprising how many seemingly advanced products in the market today often miss many of the most basic requirements for satisfying performance. Low noise circuits, precise volume control action, accurate channel balance, proper input and output impedance characteristics, high overload margins and stability with difficult speaker loads. NAD starts by getting these things precisely right and advances from there. We include an MM Phono stage with precisely accurate RIAA equalization, high overload margins, extremely low noise, and an innovative circuit to suppress infrasonic noise that is present on all LPs – all without affecting bass response. Our line inputs can accommodate all kinds of analogue source components by offering ideal input impedance characteristics with linear ultra-low-noise buffer amplifiers to prevent any sonic degradation caused by inappropriate loading of the source device. We include a separate headphone amplifier with low output impedance and very high output voltage capability – enough to drive even high impedance studio monitor headphones. Low impedance line outputs that can connect to other amplifiers or subwoofers extend the versatility of this well thought out amplifier. These are all details you can hear.  

Future-Proof Modular Design

This NAD exclusive feature allows you to customize your NAD amplifier with additional capabilities and features, now or in the future. The two available MDC slots can accommodate a variety of upgrade modules including 4K video capable HDMI switching, additional Digital Inputs, additional Analogue and Phono Inputs, and one of the most advanced Hi-Res Audio multi-room wireless systems available, the BluOS™ music management system developed by Bluesound. BluOS connects to your network and is controlled via smartphone, tablet, or desktop device to manage your music collection and connect to a growing list of high-quality streaming music services.  

Connected and Smart

You can connect instantly to the C 388 with Bluetooth® allowing you to stream music wirelessly from any Bluetooth-enabled device. The high performance aptX® codec is fully supported for true CD-quality sound. Bluetooth can also be used to listen to other sources connected to the C 388 via wireless headphones such as NAD’s own HP70. There is also a control app that allows your smartphone or tablet to control all functions of your C 388. Adding the optional BluOS Module provides access to your local area network via Wi-Fi or wired Ethernet connection and adds Hi-Res Audio streaming. The BluOS Module also makes the C 388 a singlezone streamer in a complete multi-room wireless music system that is fully compatible with BluOS-enabled music systems and wireless speakers. These are available in a variety of sizes and shapes to fit every room and extend the performance of your primary music system to create a warm ambience of sound in your home.  

Sophisticated Power

NAD has moved away from the old-fashioned power-hungry linear power supplies and Class AB output stages that waste nearly half of the energy consumed and produce heat rather than sound. Instead, we have developed even better performing circuits based on switch mode power supplies and Class D output stages. Once thought to be inferior to traditional topologies, NAD’s advanced work in this area has created some of the best performing amplifiers regardless of basic design principle. These new designs are very linear over a wide bandwidth and provide consistent performance into all speaker loads, providing a dramatic advance over previous models. The power supply is capable of 150 watts continuously and over 250 watts instantaneously to allow for short-term musical transients. It can operate with any AC mains voltage from 100 to 240 volts and provides pure DC power to all the various stages of the C 388. This highly efficient supply also provides near perfect regulation of voltage across a wide range of conditions and provides a solid noise-free foundation for the amplifying stages. The C 388 uses a customized version of the proven Hypex UcD output stage operating in a fully balanced bridge configuration. This allows for massive power with nearly immeasurable distortion and noise in the audible range. Every detail of this design has been carefully planned and perfectly executed to wring out every last drop of performance.  

KEY FEATURES

  • 150W x 2 Continuous power into 8 or 4 Ohms
  • Bluetooth ADP4 with aptX supported
  • MM Phono input
  • Analogue line inputs
  • USB input for support purposes
  • SPDIF coax and optical inputs
  • Speaker A, Speaker B
  • Preamp/Subwoofer out
  • Headphone amplifier
  • MDC Slots for future upgrades
  • IR remote
  • Smartphone Control App
  • 12V Trigger in/out
  • IR in/out
  • RS-232 Serial port for control
  • Control4, Crestron, RTI, URC, AMX, Savant, Elan certified
 

OVERALL SPECS

  • Continuous output Power into 4 Ω and 8 Ω (Stereo)
  • >150W (at rated THD, 20-20kHz, both channels driven)
  • IHF Dynamic Power
  • 2 Ω 400W 4 Ω 350W 8 Ω 250W
  • THD (20Hz-20kHz)
  • <0.02% (250mW to 150W, 8Ω and 4Ω)
  • Signal/Noise Ratio
  • >95dB (A-weighted, 500mV input ref. 1W out in 8 Ω) < 13dB (IHF; A-weighted, ref. 50W in 8 Ω, max volume)
  • Damping Factor
  • >150 (ref. 8 Ω, 20Hz and 6.5kHtz)
  • Frequency Response
  • ±0.03 (20Hz-20kHz)
  • Channel Separation
  • >75dB (1kHz) >70dB (10kHz)
 

GENERAL

  • Standby Power
  • <0.5W
  • Inputs
  • Digital: Coax x2, Optical x2 Analogue: Line In x2, Moving Magnet Phono Preamp (0.3mV input sensitivity ref. 200mV pre-out)
  • Dimensions (W x H x D)
  • 435 x 120 x 390mm (17 1/8 x 4 3/4 x 15 3/8)”
  • Net Weight
  • 11.2kg (24.7lb)
  • Shipping Weight
  • 13.6kg (30lb)
Easily integrate Hi-Res Audio, network streaming, and music control BluOS App in your C 390DD Direct Digital DAC Amplifier or Masters M12 Digital Preamp DAC. Featuring BluOS, the music management software developed by NAD’s sister brand, Bluesound, the DD-BluOS module is a complete digital music solution at an amazingly affordable price. Thanks to the forward-looking innovation of Modular Design Construction, you can now add BluOS network and internet music streaming with advanced music management to your NAD C 390DD or M12. As an internal module there are no external wires or power supplies required and integration with the C 390DD or M12 operating firmware is hand-in-glove. Both Ethernet and Wi-Fi operate in asynchronous mode for lowest jitter performance and allow connection to music stored anywhere on the local network or streamed directly from the Internet using a popular music services like Spotify Connect, Rdio, and Slacker. You can also play music from a USB drive or hard drive via the USB A port. In addition to a standard Local Area Network, BluOS requires an iOS or Android smartphone or tablet (NAD offers free iOS and Android Apps) to control and manage your music. While the expected functions of Play/Pause/Skip are present, BluOS also brings all of your music together integrating locally stored music (like iTunes) and music streaming services. BluOS does not rely on middleware like UPnP/DLNA/AirPlay with their inherent limitations, but instead creates direct shares with music in all formats including FLAC, ALAC and WAV with data rates up to 24/192. Playlists can be created and managed right inside the BluOS App. Gapless playback is supported and the DD-BluOS is fully compatible with Bluesound High-Res Wireless Multi-room Players to form integrated whole-house systems. Includes an external USB WiFi module to optimize signal strength.
NAD has a distinct reputation for creating some of the best performing budget amplifiers of all time. The lineage is impressive, all the way from the 3020 of 1978 to the current C 328, with many “Best Amp” awards and five-star reviews along the way. The C 316BEE lived up to expectations, garnering multiple accolades including an EISA award for ‘Best Product 2008-2009’ and top recommendations from the world’s leading audio publications. With the resurgence of vinyl, NAD decided to update the design by including its highly acclaimed RIAA phono stage. This sophisticated circuit combines low noise with high overload margins to eliminate noise and distortion. RIAA equalization is extremely accurate (a rarity at this price) and there is even an infrasonic filter to reject airborne vibrations that can cause parasitic feedback.

Features

  • PowerDrive
  • 5 line-level inputs
  • MM phono input for vinyl
  • Front-panel input for portable media players
  • Bass and treble controls
  • Tone defeat
  • Headphone output
  • IR remote control
  • Multi-way speaker binding posts
  • Gold-plated RCA jacks
  • Toroidal power transformer
  • <0.5W standby consumption

Specifications

Continuous output power: 40 W Damping factor: >200 Dimensions: 17-1/8" x 3-9/16" x 11-1/4" Weight: 12.1 lb
Uniti Atom is a beautiful, compact multi-source music player that will seduce you with its amazing sound quality and outstanding feature-set. Its 40-watt integrated amplifier and high-resolution music streaming capabilities will fill your home with stunning high-fidelity sound. Uniti Atom is perfect as a high-end main system or even for use in the kitchen or study, where space is at a premium. Just add speakers. The Naim App for iOS and Android combines all of your music sources in one place, making Uniti Atom even more appealing.

Upgradeable Performance

In true Naim style, the new Uniti Atom can be upgraded with an external power amplifier, such as the compact NAP 100. You can also add a subwoofer for deeper bass extension. And for those with extensive CD collections, you can add a Uniti Core music server to your system to store and stream thousands of albums to your Uniti player and back up all of your music in one place.

Specifications

Connectivity Audio Inputs 2 x Optical TOSLink (up to 24bit/96kHz) 1 x Coaxial RCA (up to 24bit/192kHz, DoP 64Fs) 1 x HDMI ARC 1 x RCA 2 x USB Type A socket (front and rear) Audio Outputs 1 x Stereo power amplifier 1 x RCA sub/pre output 1 x 3.5 mm headphone jack Amplifier Output: 40 W per channel into 8 ohm Dimensions (WHD): 9.65" x 3.74" x  x 10.43" (245 mm x 95 mm  x 265 mm) Weight: 15.43 lb
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