ref.0.5V ref. 2V ref. 0.5V ref. 2V
Pre out Tape Headphones Pre out Tape Phones

SPECIFICATION - NAD 116 STEREO PREAMPLIFIER

Phono Input

 

Input impedance (R and C)

MM

 

MC

Input sensitivity

MM

 

MC

Input overload at 20Hz/1kHz/20kHz

MM

MC

Signal/Noise ratio (A-weighted) MM MC

THD (20Hz-20kHz) and IM dist.

RIAA response accuracy

Line Level Inputs (CD,Video,Tuner,Tape 1, Tape 2, Aux) Input impedance (R and C)

Input sensitivity

Signal/Noise ratio, A-weighted

Frequency response, 20Hz-20kHz

Voltage gain

THD + SMPTE + IHF I.M.

Line Level Outputs

Output impedance

Maximum output level

Physical Specifications

Dimensions in mm (Width x Height x Depth) Net Weight

Shipping Weight

47 k + 200 pF

100 Ohms + 1000pF 1.2mV ref.0.5V 5mV ref. 2V

56µV ref. 0.5V out 240µVfor 2V out 20mV/200 mV/2000 mV 1.2mV/12 mV/90mV

78 dB ref. 0.5mV (cartidge connected)

78 dB ref. 0.5mV (100 load) 82dB with shorted input

<0.02%

±0.3dB

20 k + 450 pF

80mV 300mV 98dB 108dB ±0.3dB 16dB <0.02%

220

Source Z + 2k 120

>12V

>10V

>8V into 600 >250mV into 8

435 x 80 x 280 4.2kg

5.5kg

NAD

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NAD 116 owner manual Phono Input, Line Level Outputs, Physical Specifications

116 specifications

NAD 116 is a high-performance audio amplifier that serves as a versatile companion for both home and professional audio needs. Known for its exceptional sound quality and user-centric features, the NAD 116 has garnered attention among audiophiles and casual listeners alike.

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