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NAD Masters M23 V2 Stereo Power Amplifier

The NAD M23 V2 Stereo Power Amplifier builds on an already accomplished design with a more advanced implementation of Purifi’s second-generation Eigentakt™ amplification and NAD’s HybridDigital architecture. Delivering 200 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 380 watts into 4 ohms, it is designed to drive loudspeakers with confidence while maintaining composure across the full dynamic range of music. The M23 V2 allows complex passages to remain clear and composed, even at higher listening levels, resulting in a presentation that feels effortless, precise, and true to the original performance.

KEY FEATURES

Second-generation Purifi Eigentakt™ amplification
NAD HybridDigital™ design and engineering
200W per channel into 8 ohms; 380W per channel into 4 ohms (continuous)
700W mono continuous output in bridged mode
Virtually immeasurable noise, harmonic, and intermodulation distortion

Flat, wide frequency response into any loudspeaker
Auto-sensing balanced XLR and single-ended RCA input
Three-position adjustable gain control
Intelligent 12V trigger with delay for multi-amp systems

NEXT-GENERATION AMPLIFICATION, REFINED

The M23 V2 features the latest generation of Purifi Eigentakt™ modules, further reducing distortion and improving linearity across the entire output range. This allows subtle details and textures to remain audible, even during more complex passages. With extremely low output impedance and a high damping factor, the amplifier keeps loudspeakers working accurately, so instruments sound more defined and timing remains intact.

POWER WITH COMPOSURE AT EVERY LEVEL

High output is only meaningful when it remains composed. The M23 V2 delivers continuous power with substantial dynamic headroom, allowing it to handle sudden changes in level without strain. Quiet passages remain clear, while louder moments retain their energy and impact without becoming congested. In bridged mode, the M23 V2 becomes a 700-watt monoblock, offering additional headroom for larger systems and more demanding loudspeakers.

CONSISTENT PERFORMANCE WITH ANY LOUDSPEAKER

Loudspeakers place varying demands on an amplifier, and the M23 V2 is engineered to respond reliably across them. Its wide bandwidth, low distortion, and high current capability allow it to deliver consistent output across different speaker types and loads. The result is tighter bass, clearer separation between instruments, and a presentation that remains composed even when the music becomes more demanding.

INTEGRATION WITHOUT COMPLEXITY

The M23 V2 is designed to integrate easily into high-performance systems. Auto-sensing balanced and single-ended inputs simplify setup, while the adjustable gain control allows precise matching with preamplifiers such as the NAD M66 or M33 V2. A 12V trigger with delay ensures reliable operation in multi-amplifier configurations, allowing the system to function seamlessly as one.

ENGINEERED FOR PERFORMANCE AND RELIABILITY

The M23 V2 combines NAD’s advanced switch-mode power supply with a rigid all-alloy chassis to deliver high current with efficiency and low heat. The internal layout is carefully arranged to minimise interference and preserve signal integrity. The result is consistent performance over long listening sessions, with an amplifier that remains efficient, dependable, and focused on the music.

ANALOG AUDIO INPUT/SPEAKER OUT
Input impedance (R and C)	Single-ended: 56 kohms + 200 pF Balanced: 56 kohms +200 pF
Frequency response (1W into 8 Ohms)	±0.06dB (20-20kHz)
Rated output power into 8 Ohms and 4 ohms(Stereo mode)	>200W into 8 Ohm, >380W into 4 Ohm
Rated output power into 8 Ohms (Bridge mode, ref. 20 Hz-20 kHz at rated	>700W into 8 Ohm
THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz)	<0.00069% (XLR), <0.0013% (RCA)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	>101.7 dB (1W into 8 Ohm)
Clipping power (Stereo mode, at 1 kHz 0.1 % THD)	>210 W (0.1 % THD 1 kHz 8 ohms)
Clipping power (Bridge mode, at 1 kHz 0.1 % THD)	> 770W
IHF dynamic power (Stereo mode, at 1 kHz)	8 ohms: 260 W
IHF dynamic power (Bridge mode, at 1 kHz)	1017W
Peak output current	>25 A (in 1 ohm, 1 ms)
Damping factor	>800 (ref. 8 ohms, 20 Hz to 6.5 kHz)
Frequency response	±0.06 dB (stereo), ±0.054 dB (bridged) 20 Hz -20 kHz -3 dB at 60 kHz
Channel separation	High gain RCA: >97dB, Low gain XLR: >115dB (1kHz)
Stereo Mode input sensitivity (for 200 W in 8 ohms)	Low gain: 4.5V (low gain), 2.5V (Mid gain), 1.4V (High gain)
Stereo Mode Gain	19dB (low), 23.9dB (mid), 29.2 (high)
Bridge Mode Gain	25.1dB (low), 30dB (mid), 35.2 (high)
Standby Power	<0.5W
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Dimensions (W x H x D)*	435 x 133 x 381 mm (17 1/8 x 5 1/4 x 15 “)
Net Weight	9.7 kgs / 21.4 lbs
Shipping Weight	17.5 kgs / 38.5 lbs
Shipping Size W x H x D	569 x 258 x 519 mm (22 13/32 x 20 7/16 x 10 5/32 ”)
NOTE
*Specifications subject to change without notice.