216THX
Stereo Power Amplifier
•2 x 125 Watts continuous power into 8ohms
2 x 200 Watts into 4ohms
•Dynamic Power 170, 280, 400 Watts into 8, 4 and 2 ohms respectively
•Low loss, massive Holmgren™ toroidal mains transformer
•Dual mono, Left and Right mirror image amplifier PCBs
•Protection circuitry senses short circuits, DC and overheating
•Bridgeable; 400 W into 8 ; 800W dynamic power into 4
The
The key design goals of the new range are PERFORMANCE and RELIABILITY. Both are attained at a very competitive price through efficient innovative design, simple circuitry and meticulous engineering.
Circuitry
The NAD 216 THX is designed with the capability to drive all types of musical signals effortlessly into the even most unreasonable of loudspeakers loads, down to below 1ohms. This is achieved by implementing a high output current amplifier powered from a “stiff” power supply.
Pioneered by NAD for the highly acclaimed 208 THX, the 216 THX couples a bank of reservoir capacitors to a large toroidal transformer. Using a bank of capacitors rather than a single pair is both technically superior and more economical.
The special Holmgren™ toroidal transformer has less hum and magnetic leakage than conventional toroidal transformers but retains the usual benefits of high efficiency and high power to weight ratio. The entire
Additional features
For maximum flexibility, the NAD 216 THX can operate in bridged mono mode, typically tripling its continuous power rating into 8ohms. This makes the NAD 216 THX an ideal choice for a
NAD was the first company to introduce a THX certified power amplifier. It was therefore no surprise the NAD 216 THX passed Lucas Films’ stringent THX requirements with flying colours. As a result the NAD 216 THX will handle all dynamics with ease and yet retain every subtle detail in the most demanding THX Dolby Surround systems.
The output relay protection circuit provides silent switch on and off, together with
The NAD 216 THX also incorporates NAD’s acclaimed switchable “Soft Clipping” circuit which significantly reduces the risk of damage due to prolonged high power operation.
The listening experience
The technological effort behind the NAD 216 THX results in a relaxed unstrained musicality with transparent , airy high frequencies, a deep, solid bass foundation and a smooth