Page 3 of NAD Technical Brochure English US by NAD Electronics International

dynamic power d yn amic powe r/w att s all 5 channels driven simutaneously nad 80w a/v receiver conventional 80w a/v receiver compare the difference between the deficient multi-channel dynamic power of a conventional amp and that of an nad amplifier or receiver nad s powerdrivetm provides the dynamic power to drive today s most demanding music and movie sources 140 130 120 110 100 90 80 of today s amplifiers especially those built into receivers nad components sound powerful because they are indeed powerful now another innovation the patented amplifier circuit powerdrivetm takes nad s power amplification design to a new high of useful sophistication this exclusive nad technology provides high dynamic power and low impedance drive capability hence the name powerdrivetm 8 ohms 4 ohms 2 ohms imped anc e here is a dual-rail power supply that can handle the rough terrain much like an all-wheel drive automobile slipping automatically into this control only when 8 ohms 8 ohms total harmonic distortion all 5 channels driven simutaneously nad 80w a/v receiver conventional 80w a/v receiver unlike the excessive distortion of conventional amplifiers nad s unique powerdrivetm design assures the ability to drive the most demanding loudspeakers cleanly thd comparision 1.1 .9 4 ohms needed all nad a/v receivers and amplifiers with powerdrivetm are unsurpassed in delivering clean undistorted power under the most demanding audio conditions with the ability to continuously drive a 4 ohm speaker load at full bandwidth at rated power all channels driven simultaneously the result explosive dynamics and control even under demanding speaker loads thd .5 .3 .1 .05 2 ohms 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 2 ohms power wa t t s 4 ohms .7 90 you may read about nad s other unique innovations at our website ultimately reading about sound is a poor substitute for the real thing experience our difference at your local nad audio/video specialist sound not specs specifications by their very nature are just a snapshot of a component s capability nad s full disclosure power ratings are an earnest attempt to bring honesty to the power ratings game in the final analysis no one ever listens to ratings rather we listen to music or movie soundtracks in our listening rooms ultimately our ears pass judgement concerning the real meaning of power when you listen to the clear and intensely detailed sound of nad you ll understand why we focus on low impedance drive capability and you ll appreciate the commitment to engineering behind powerdrivetm and its incredible dynamic power reserves powerdrivetm with a heritage of critically acclaimed performance nad receivers and amplifiers are well known for delivering impactful real world dynamic power far in excess of rated continuous power unlike many nadelectronics.com/power if you would like to know more about today s power rating standards and achieving musically effective power from your amplifiers or receivers please visit us above or at an nad specialty dealer near you.

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