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Audiofi V-7 Vinyl System
The system consisting of the NAD C 3050 amplifier, Technics SL-1500C turntable, and JBL Classic L-52 speakers is special because it uniquely blends vintage aesthetics with modern high-performance audio technology and offers excellent functional synergy. This combination creates a high-fidelity system that delivers a dynamic, detailed, and musically engaging sound experience, especially with vinyl records.
Key Features of the System
Retro Aesthetics Meet Modern Engineering: All three components feature a classic, 1970s-inspired design (walnut-finished cabinets, analog-style controls, VU meters) that provides a cohesive, stylish look, while internally housing cutting-edge audio technology.
- Superior Analog Performance: The system excels at vinyl playback. The Technics SL-1500C is a high-quality, direct-drive turntable designed to eliminate motor cogging (a common issue in direct-drive systems) and includes an impressive built-in phono stage and a pre-installed Ortofon 2M Red cartridge, making it a convenient, high-performance "plug-and-play" source. The NAD C 3050 has an ultra-low-noise Moving Magnet (MM) phono input that competently handles the turntable's signal, preserving the analog character of the music.
- Versatile Digital Connectivity and Future-Proofing: The NAD C 3050 amplifier is thoroughly modern on the inside, featuring a high-resolution DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter), HDMI eARC input for seamless TV integration, Bluetooth aptX HD, and a dedicated headphone amplifier. Its Modular Design Construction (MDC2) port allows for upgrades, such as the optional BluOS-D module for high-resolution multi-room streaming and Dirac Live room correction, ensuring the system remains current.
- Dynamic and Inviting Sound: The NAD's HybridDigital UcD amplifier technology provides 100 watts of continuous power per channel with vanishingly low noise and distortion, capable of driving the JBL Classic speakers effectively even at high volumes. JBL Classic speakers (such as the L82 or L100 Classic) are known for their dynamic sound, authoritative bass, and engaging presentation that makes music, especially classic rock and jazz, sound lively and immersive.
- Synergy and Cohesion: The components work in concert to deliver a balanced and powerful sound. Reviewers note that such systems communicate music directly and emotionally, providing a sound that is "musical, clear, and very accurate" without being clinical
To select or read more about the system components:
NAD C3050 Amplifier $2549 with streaming module
JBL L-52 Classic Speakers $1500
Technics SL-1500C Turntable $1599
Inquiries call Perry at (604) 727-0184
