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NAD C 389 HYBRID DIGITAL DAC INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER

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NAD C 389 HYBRID DIGITAL DAC INTEGRATED AMPLIFIERC 389 HybridDigital DAC Amplifier The NAD C 389 HybridDigital DAC amplifier can serve as the cornerstone of a high performance audio system now and for decades to come. Employing NADs proven HybridDigital UcD amplifier design and the same ESS Sabre DAC used in NADs acclaimed M33 BluOS streaming amplifier, the C 389 will deliver thrilling dynamics and exquisite detail from all your sources. With its full suite of digital and analogue inputs, including

 

C 389

HybridDigital DAC Amplifier

The NAD C 389 HybridDigital DAC amplifier can serve as the cornerstone of a high-performance audio system now – and for decades to come. Employing NAD’s proven HybridDigital UcD amplifier design and the same ESS Sabre DAC used in NAD’s acclaimed M33 BluOS streaming amplifier, the C 389 will deliver thrilling dynamics and exquisite detail from all your sources.

With its full suite of digital and analogue inputs, including an ultra-low-noise phono stage and HDMI eARC interface, the C 389 can accommodate all your source components. And it incorporates the latest generation of NAD’s Modular Designs Construction future-proofing technology, making it easy to add exciting capabilities such as BluOS high-res music streaming and Dirac Live room correction.

 

NAD C 389 HybridDigital DAC Amplifier

Power and Performance

For over 50 years, the NAD brand has been synonymous with performance and value, and the C 389 HybridDigital DAC Amplifier continues that tradition. Its output stage is based on a customized version of NAD’s efficient HybridDigital UcD design, with multiple UcD amplifier modules in balanced bridged configuration and an innovative switch-mode power supply that provides ample reserves of current on demand. The C 389 can deliver a staggering 130W per channel continuously, with virtually unmeasurable distortion and noise through the audioband, and up to 350W per channel of instantaneous power, for effortless reproduction of musical transients.

The digital section features the same 32-bit/384kHz ESS Technology Sabre DAC chip used in NAD’s award-winning Masters M33 amplifier. Renowned for its exceptionally wide dynamic range, ultra-low noise and distortion, and near-zero levels of clock jitter, the ESS Sabre 9028 DAC enables the C 389 to deliver astonishing clarity and near-holographic imaging on all sources.

 

Future Friendly

In 2006, NAD introduced Modular Design Construction technology, which lets users add new features by inserting an expansion module into an MDC-capable component. In 2021, NAD introduced MDC2, a next-generation future-proofing platform that enables two-way communications between the expansion module and host component.

The C 389 has two MDC2 expansion slots, so that it can stay current with new developments in A/V technology. NAD’s first MDC2 module is the MDC2 BluOS-D, which features BluOS high-res multi-room streaming and Dirac Live room correction.

The MDC2 BluOS-D connects to your home network via Wi-Fi or wired Ethernet. Using the BluOS Controller app on a smart device or personal computer, you can play music from your favourite streaming services and personal music library through the C 389. BluOS has integrated support for more than 20 services, including several that offer lossless and high-res audio, such as Amazon Music HD, Deezer, Idagio, Qobuz and Tidal. Like all BluOS-enabled components, the MDC2 BluOS-D has MQA decoding and rendering capability, for high-res streaming from Tidal. It also supports Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect, as well as Amazon Alexa voice control. With the MDC2 BluOS-D installed, the C 389 can be part of a whole-home music system with as many as 64 zones.

By counteracting common acoustic problems like standing waves and room reflections, Dirac Live room correction transforms your listening experience. Connect the supplied microphone to the MDC BluOS-D’s USB port, and then run the free Dirac Live app on a smart device or personal computer. Dirac Live will play test tones through your speakers, analyze the results, then transfer compensation filters to the MDC BluOS-D. You’ll enjoy deeper, more textured bass; more precise imaging; greater midrange clarity; and more accurate tonal balance. Thanks to MDC2’s two-way architecture, the MDC2 BluOS-D delivers these benefits on all sources connected to the C 389.

 

Everything’s Connected

The C 389 can accommodate all your analogue and digital source components. Connectivity options include two optical and two coaxial digital inputs and two sets of RCA line-level analogue inputs. The analogue inputs have ultra-low-noise buffer amplifiers for greater sonic purity.

For vinyl enthusiasts, the C 389 features a precise MM phono section with accurate RIAA equalization, high overload margins, and extremely low noise. The phono section incorporates an innovative circuit that suppresses the infrasonic noise that is always present during vinyl playback, without affecting bass performance.

 

For movies and television, the C 389 has an HDMI eARC input so that you can play TV audio from through your high-fidelity speakers while controlling volume with the TV’s remote. Dual subwoofer outputs enable the C 389 to serve as the hub of a 2.1- or 2.2-channel system for music and movies. With the MDC2 BluOS-D installed, you can set crossover frequency with the BluOS app, for a seamless blend between the subwoofers and main speakers.

For private listening, the C 389 has a dedicated headphone amplifier with low output impedance and very high voltage output capability, making it a good match even for demanding studio headphones. The C 389 also features two-way wireless Bluetooth, with support for Qualcomm’s aptX-HD codec, for 24-bit streaming from your smartphone or tablet, and wireless playback through Bluetooth headphones and speakers.

 

Truly Timeless

Building on five decades of innovation in amplifier design, NAD’s C 389 HybridDigital DAC amplifier offers audiophile-class performance, flexible connectivity, class-leading upgradability, and long-term value. Thanks to its precise volume control, ultra-low-noise circuitry, and cutting-edge amplifier design, the C 389 can deliver wonderfully refined sound at lifelike listening levels through virtually any loudspeaker. Thanks to NAD’s next-generation MDC2 future-proofing technology, you can update your C 389 with exciting features like multi-room music streaming and automatic room correction. With the C 389 HybridDigital DAC-Amplifier, the NAD legend continues.

 

Preliminary Features & Details

  • Customized HybridDigital UcD amplifier in fully balanced bridged configuration
  • Continuous Power: 130 Watts per channel into 8/4 ohms
  • Instantaneous Power: 210 W into 8 ohms, 300 W into 4 ohms, 350 Watts per channel
  • Vanishingly low harmonic and intermodulation distortion
  • Nearly unmeasurable noise through the entire audioband
  • Dual MDC2 ports for expanded functionality
  • Optional MDC2 BluOS-D module adds BluOS Hi-Res multi-room music streaming and Dirac Live room correction
  • Jitter-free 32-bit/384kHz ESS Sabre 9028 DAC
  • Ultra-low-noise MM phono stage with infrasonic filtering circuitry
  • Two optical, two coaxial digital inputs
  • HDMI-eARC input
  • Two pairs of line-level analogue inputs with ultra-low-noise buffer amplifiers
  • Two sets of speaker outputs
  • Two-way Qualcomm aptX HD Bluetooth
  • Dual subwoofer outputs
  • Dedicated headphone amplifier
  • CI-Friendly – IR remote, 12V Trigger in/out, IR in/out, RS-232 Serial port
  • Seamless integrations with smarthome control systems such as Control4, Crestron, RTI, URC, Lutron, and Elan

SPECIFICATIONS

LINE INPUT, PRE-OUT (ANALOG BYPASS ON)


  • THD (20Hz – 20kHz)
  • <0.002 % at 2 V out
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio
  • >106dB (IHF; A-weighted, ref. 500 mV out, unity gain)
  • Channel separation
  • >100dB (1 kHz); >90 dB (10 kHz)
  • Input Impedance (R and C)
  • 56 kohms + 100 pF
  • Maximum input signal
  • >4.6 Vrms (ref. 0.1 % THD)
  • Output impedance
  • Source Z + 320 ohms
  • Input sensitivity
  • 65mV (ref. 500 mV out, Volume maximum)
  • Frequency response
  • ±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
  • Maximum voltage output -IHF load
  • >>5 V (ref. 0.1 % THD)

PHONO INPUT, PRE-OUT (ANALOG BYPASS ON)


  • THD (20Hz – 20kHz)
  • <0.01% at 2 V out
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio
  • >84dB (200 ohms source; A-weighted, ref. 500 mV out)
  • Input sensitivity
  • 46 kohms/100 pF
  • Frequency response
  • ±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
  • Maximum input signal at 1kHz
  • >80 mVrms (ref. 0.1 % THD)

LINE INPUT, HEADPHONE OUT (ANALOG BYPASS ON)

  • THD (20Hz – 20kHz)
  • <0.005% at 1V out
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio
  • >107 dB (32 ohms loads; A-WTD, ref. 1V out, unity gain
  • Frequency response
  • ±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
  • Channel separation
  • >62 dB at 1kHz
  • Output impedance
  • 2.2 Ohms

LINE IN, SPEAKER OUT (ANALOG BYPASS ON)

  • Continuous output power into 8 ohms and 4 ohms
  • 2 x 130W
  • THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
  • <0.02% (250 mW to 130 W, 8 ohms and 4 ohms)
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio
  • >95 dB (A-weighted, 500 mV input, ref. 1 W out in 8 ohms)
  • Clipping power
  • 150W
  • IHF dynamic power
  • 210W into 8 ohms
  • 300W into 4 ohms
  • 350W into 2 ohms
  • Peak output current
  • >26A (in 1 ohm, 1ms)
  • Damping factor
  • >150 (ref. 8 ohms, 20Hz to 6.5kHz)
  • Frequency response
  • >±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
  • Channel separation
  • >90dB (1 kHz)
  • >75dB (10 kHz)
  • Input sensitivity (for 130 W in 8 ohms)
  • Line In: 201 mV, Digital In: 10.25% FS

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Supports bit rate/sample rate
  • up to 32 bit/384 kHz
  • Frequency band
  • 2.402GHz- 2.480GHz
  • Maximum transmit power (dBm)
  • 7 dBm ± 2 dBm

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

  • Gross dimensions (W x H x D)
  • 435 x 100 x 390mm (17.1 x 3.9 x 15.4“)
  • Net Weight
  • 8.7kg (19.1lb)
  • Shipping weight
  • 11kg (24.2lb)


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    Price Loftin
    Pawtucket, US
    ★★★★★ 5
    Great mouse
    Size: 1 Pack, Style: USB Receiver, Color: Swift Grey
    It synced right up and is working great
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    Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2026
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    R. Howell
    Birmingham, US
    ★★★★★ 5
    Basic mouse that works - - for now.
    Size: 1 Pack, Style: USB Receiver, Color: Blue
    I ordered this mouse (in blue) to replace the recently deceased exact same model that I've used for the past 2 or 3 years. I like the simplicity of the M185 mouse and mostly the best bang for your buck! I caught this one on sale for less than a ten-spot, so I thought, "why not." I'm hoping that this one will last a bit longer than my two previous M185 models, that averaged about 3 years each. This model seems plagued by a short life span and is predisposed to mysteriously and suddenly dying, without any obvious symptoms or warning of any kind - - you're working and clicking along, going about your day, when suddenly the cursor on the computer screen freezes and that's it. Nothing, zero, nada. Funny thing, I'm very careful not to abuse or drop the mouse, and keep a fresh battery installed and watch for leakage and all that stuff - - they just stop working, and I assume it is caused by some sort of inherent electronic fault in the circuitry of the previous M185's. Due to my loyalty to the brand and model (and since it was on sale) I decided to give it one more shot. They say that "third time's a charm". I like the fact that the M185 is simple and uncluttered with extra buttons that I would never use for my purpose, which is simple web-browsing and the occasional text document production. The feel is solid, not heavy, but not cheap feeling, either. I'm used to the shape of this mouse, which to me is quite comfortable for long sessions, another reason why I kind of wanted to stay with this model. The buttons have an audible "click", which doesn't bother me at all, and the wheel moves smoothly and also has a clicking operation (which I rarely ever use). The overall surface of the mouse has a matte finish, but like my previous models I'm sure it will eventually wear shiny spots where my fingers reside and will attain a more "well-used" look in time. Connecting it was a breeze, too. I just plugged the dongle into a spare rear usb port of my desktop, and the mouse connected instantly, no problem. The dongle can be stored safely inside the battery compartment, so you can take the whole thing out of the house if needed for use elsewhere. The speed of 1000 dpi seems just right for my purposes. The one I ordered even came with its own AA Duracell battery, which I wasn't really expecting. This mouse also enters "sleep mode" when you don't use it for a while, and I can't say how many times I've got up and left it on all night. And that's not hard to do, as I'll explain next. The only real negative to this mouse is the absence of any easily visible status indicator of it's on / off switch. The rear housing of this mouse is matte black, including the tiny switch where you turn it on and off with your fingernail, with only a very faint "on" lettering (also black), and very hard to see with my aging eyes. The laser is not lighted or visible when on, also adding to the confusion, especially in a darkened room. So, as a workaround, I took a tiny drop of green paint and placed it down inside the switch slider to visibly help indicate the "on" position, and likewise a dot of bright orange for the "off" position. Many of Logitech's more expensive models (and a few other manufacturers) include this color-coded switch indication. I guess for the $$, they had to cut corners somewhere - - a minor complaint. In summary, this is a good basic mouse that works - - let's hope that this one will last longer than its two predecessors.
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    Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2023
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    E. Lawrence III
    Massapequa, US
    ★★★★★ 3
    Comfortable, but not well laid out and a bit too expensive.
    Style: Right-Handed, Pattern Name: Combo, Color: Graphite
    I have used a particular brand of keyboards for decades because of their features, comfort, reliability, and functionality. However, I type non-stop at my job and my employer usually just gives me run-of-the-mill equipment to use, so I always buy my own. My typing style will literally eat the keys off after about 2-3 years and 80% of the letters are gone off the keys in less than a year. I tried milking my last setup for an extra amount of time, but it was pretty bad. So I did some shopping for an ergo setup like this. I have a lot of nerve damage from my career choice so these features are important to me and after some shopping I landed on this selection. I will say I do like the feel of the keyboard and even though the mouse takes some adjustment I find it easy to use and very comfortable. So far the keys are holding up well to my abuse. I like the comfort of the wrist rest as well. The only real negatives are the following: I don't care much for the keyboard layout, the arrow keys are in a goofy spot, and the home end pg up and down keys are in a terrible place as well. It took forever for me to get used to the backspace and delete key locations too. I'm adjusting okay but it has not been super easy. Also, I don't like the position of the function keys to activate the other operations mapped to the F keys. Their selection for what these functions are is not for someone in business. It seems that it is for a teenager. An emoji key? Seriously? The media keys are pointless as there is no forward or back skip feature and it takes both hands to use them . You have to take your eyes of what you are doing and look at the keyboard just to use these features. The function and windows key should be switched in position as well. Being a PC and not a Mac person may be one of my issues because I don't like the labeling of "start/opt" A feature of this particular unit is sometimes helpful and sometimes not. It seems to have an overactive "enter" key function. Randomly, it hits enter without any input from me. Granted I have a lot of papers flying around but it can happen at inopportune moments, costing me extra keystrokes to undo what was done by this issue. Sometimes it is helpful but I prefer to be in control of what my keyboard is doing and not the other way around. I do like the action of the keys and the comfort, like I said more of my issues are related to specifically how I use it. I have not had any connection issues, battery issues, or any other technical issues. It appears to be fairly reliable and accurate. The last thing I would say is that this setup really seems overpriced. Not sure what that is about but if I had paid for it rather than my employer I would not consider it worth what I paid. With the pluses and minuses I would rate this as a decent purchase but not an ideal piece of equipment for my specific use.
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    Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2026
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    Wayne
    Lexington, US
    ★★★★★ 4
    Vast improvement over traditional mice
    Style: Left-Handed, Pattern Name: Mouse, Color: Graphite
    This review is primarily for the left handed version. When Logitech introduced the left handed Mouseman in 1991, it was the first and only ergonomic mouse for left handers. Merchants refused to dedicate shelf space to it, so it was short lived. The latest version is leaps and bounds above the original and is the most comfortable and natural feeling mouse that I've ever used. At first, it was awkward to use. After about 20 seconds, it felt natural, and traditional mice started feeling very awkward. This mouse lets you keep your arm and wrist in a natural position, whether you are using it as a desk mouse or a couch mouse. The primary button is the index finger button, whether you use the left or right handed version. The Logitech software doesn't have a true setting for swapping buttons, and uses the Windows setting. So if you had your buttons swapped for your old mouse, you need to unswap them. It also means that your old mouse becomes a right handed mouse on that computer. There's no way of having both set to left handed. There's a switch to change the sensitivity. The normal one lets you do work needing fine movements, such as drawing programs. The other setting makes it more sensitive to movement, which means more mouse movement with less hand movement. It's also a good feature if you have limited desk space or are using an airplane tray. This lets you avoid having to use the setup screens to change sensitivity. The scroll wheel is smooth and accurate. It also works for horizontal scrolling if used in conjunction with one of the buttons on the thumb side. It takes getting used to, and is still awkward for me. Those buttons are forward and back buttons by default, so don't use it while editing something on a web page until you are used to it, or you could end up losing everything. A problem is that their Logi software doesn't let you set the scroll increment. It can be done with the Windows mouse settings, but you shouldn't have to go two places to set what the mouse does. Pressing the middle button changes from moving the pointer up and down to scrolling the page up and down. Unfortunately, there's no speed adjustment. The round symbol that pops up should really be a longer vertical symbol that allows greater control over speed. The mouse includes a Logibolt receiver that can plug into a USB port, or you can use the mouse directly with your computer's Bluetooth if it meets the specs. If you use it with your computer's Bluetooth, you remove the tab from the mouse so the battery connects, and then use your computer's Bluetooth configuration. That will save you a USB port. If you need to use the mouse to set up Bluetooth, use the receiver, and then store it inside the mouse once you have your computer's Bluetooth set up. If you use the receiver, plug it into a USB port first, then pull the tab. If you want to be able to use both, there's a button on the bottom to let you set it for up to three different devices. So if it's set for your computer's Bluetooth, and want to set up the receiver to use on another computer, plug in the receiver, touch the button on the bottom of the mouse (the light will move from 1 to 2) and you will be paired. You can also use the third setting for another device. If you paired it to both using the same computer, you can unplug the receiver and use the button to go back to setting 1. If you have a desktop computer, you will want to have the receiver paired, and can use it if you need to change a bios setting, since Windows won't be loaded. So it's good to pair it, even if you will just store it inside the mouse. It would be good to pair it anyway with any computer, so it's ready to go if you ever need it. There's no instruction manual included, nor do they give you a link to one in the configuration software. The QR code takes you to the software download page, but doesn't give a link to the online manual. So some of this wasn't clear to me without searching online. Their original Mouseman came with a 148 page manual and a 48 page getting started guide. The new one comes with pictorial printed on the cardboard it's wrapped in. Something in between might have been nice, even if it were just a link to the manual. Update: 18 months later, it's still working well but the battery is down to 5%. I'm changing the battery.
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    Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2022
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    A. Kast
    Belleville, US
    ★★★★★ 5
    My favorite mouse ever
    Style: Right-Handed, Pattern Name: Mouse, Color: Off White
    I'm very particular when it comes to mice. It has to be: - quiet click and scroll - scroll wheel, not track ball - bluetooth - vertical - real battery, NOT rechargeable There are actually several mice that fit all those criteria, and I've tried nearly all. This Logitech is double the price of most of the others, but for me well worth it. Prior to this I used the Mojo which is about half the price, and that mouse is probably my 2nd favorite but it is a distant second. Compared to the Mojo and others, this mouse has more precise movement, smoother scrolling, and more reliable clicks. Because of the vertical orientation, my finger tends to click diagonally downward with gravity instead of fully horizontal in line with the intended click direction. That causes the Mojo to sometimes miss my clicks, forcing me to constrain my finger direction more carefully, often requiring several tries just to click something. But this Logitech has no such issue, it's very responsive every time even with my sloppy clicks. So while I used to think the Mojo was the best I could find given my requirements, this Logitech is clearly better. When I spend all day at the computer, these minor things make a big difference to me, therefore well worth the extra money. Also want to mention I'm 6' 4" tall and the size of this mouse is fine for me. It is a little smaller than some others, but it feels fine in my hand, it's not abnormally tiny or anything. I was concerned because the description says it's intended for smaller hands and suggested I should get their larger MX Vertical model instead. I would have considered it but the MX Vertical has a rechargeable battery which is a deal-breaker for me. What's my beef with rechargeable batteries? Earlier I had the Seenda vertical mouse but its rechargeable battery died after a year, unable to recharge, so I figured it was a fluke and bought another, and same thing happened after a few months. So after that I switched to replaceable batteries and never looked back. Replaceable batteries last forever (well, they only last a year too, but then you just replace the battery!). I've been very happy using replaceable batteries, way more reliable and durable, because all rechargeables die eventually, and it is easier to replace a battery than an entire mouse! So in summary, if you're price sensitive you could get a usable vertical mouse for less. But if you're OK to spend a little more for a tool you might well use all day for years, then this one is totally worth it IMO.
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    Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2025

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