NAD C 275 Bee

Some good feedback; thanks. Doesn’t sound like the NAD will be a good option. My understanding of this amp was that it really provides the power much above its 150 wpc. PS. My pre-amp is a VTL 2.5, so I get plenty of warmth. I really loved my MC252, but I thought I could try and save some money - I also move every few years and the 100lb amp is a pain. @gochurchgo - any recommendations on amps that ’thrive’ at 4ohms that are affordable? I believe the Mcintosh was 250 at 4 & 8.

I’m not opposed to used in good condition.

I have to defend NAD. I've had several NAD pieces over the years and all have been dependable and sounded great.

" I have to defend NAD. I've had several NAD pieces over the years and all have been dependable and sounded great."

I too have and had very reliable NAD pieces but also have read the reliability nightmares from other owners.  I guess with NAD it is just luck of the draw.

Bill

Just saw Audio Advisor has the Vincent SP-331 on sale for $1K. I think its a steal at that price for any amp that does 150wpc@8 ohms and doubles to 300wpc@4 ohm and has tube input stage. Its built very solid and sounds excellent. It drives my MLs with ease.

Great value. Really good amp for the price. I have one for surround speaker duty. Works great.

It is neutral and won’t be musical like McIntosh.