About the NAD D 7050
Modern features, classic sound
Modern features, classic sound
NAD has been designing great-sounding audio gear for decades. Their integrated amplifiers have long been favorites in the audiophile community as well as with our customers. Now, they've combined their old-school sound with the modern convenience of digital music in their D 7050 Direct Digital Network Amplifier. With built-in Wi-Fi, a host of digital source options, and robust amplification, this amp can bring all your music together to make your speakers sing with classic NAD sound.
Built-in Wi-Fi
When it comes to music listening, nothing beats the convenience of wireless streaming — as long as you don't have to jump through too many hoops to get there. That's why the D 7050 offers lots of ways to get the music playing easily and quickly. Built-in Wi-Fi lets you get connected to your wireless home network without running an Ethernet cable from your router. But if a wired connection suits your needs, there's an Ethernet port on the rear panel, too.
AirPlay and Bluetooth on board
The D 7050 features built-in Apple AirPlay, so you can stream music from your iPhone® or iPad®, including from apps like Spotify® and YouTube™. If you have a networked computer running iTunes®, you can also use AirPlay to send music from your music library to the D 7050 for playback. If your iPhone or iPad is connected to the same network as your computer, than use the Apple Remote app to control iTunes playback. Even without AirPlay or Wi-Fi, you can enjoy instant wireless music streaming over Bluetooth from any compatible smartphone, tablet, or computer.
The compact D 7050 can rest vertically or horizontally, so it can fit in just about any room. The source and volume display even reorients itself automatically.
24-bit/96kHz asynchronous USB input
Not interested in wireless streaming? You can still use your computer as a music source by connecting it to the D 7050's asynchronous USB input. This connection improves your computer's sound and is capable of playing high-resolution music files for sound quality that even trumps CDs. There are also optical and coaxial digital inputs that feed this amp's high-quality digital-to-analog converter (DAC) for sound that's silky smooth.
NAD's innovative direct digital technology
NAD first introduced "direct digital" technology on their highly acclaimed M2 integrated amplifier. By eliminating analog signal paths between the digital converter and the output stage, NAD prevents these noisy circuits from introducing distortion that degrades sound quality. So your music remains as pure as possible from the source all the way to your speakers. Plus, NAD's innovative "closed-loop" design compares the input signal with the output signal, compensating for any differences before sending it out to your speakers. It's a highly efficient design, allowing for a compact enclosure you can stand vertically on a bookshelf or desk or place horizontally in a component rack or cabinet.
Free app for Wi-Fi control with your smartphone
You won't find a lot of unnecessary buttons cluttering the streamlined D 7050. There's an extra-large volume knob and a smaller dial for selecting your music source. But if you download the free NAD D 7050 app for Apple® or Android™, you can control the player's functions with your smartphone. In addition to volume control and source selection, you can select the crossover point for your powered subwoofer, for smooth integration with your speakers. Plus, if you own PSB Imagine Mini or Imagine T speakers, the app's PerfectPitch™ uses the amp's sophisticated digital processing and EQ to deliver an unparalleled level of synergy for incredibly accurate playback.
Product highlights:
- 50 watts x 2 into 4 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.004% THD
- compact, low-profile design; vertical or horizontal orientation for placement flexibility
- built-in Wi-Fi for easy connection to a wireless home network
- Apple AirPlay for streaming music from an iPhone, iPad, iPod touch® or computer running iTunes
- DLNA and Windows® 7 certified for streaming music with compatible devices and computers
- 24-bit/96kHz digital-to-analog converter for playback of high-resolution digital music
- asynchronous USB input for connecting a computer (up to 24-bit/96kHz resolution)
- Bluetooth wireless connectivity for streaming music from compatible smartphones, tablets, and computers
- aptX® encoding provide high-quality music streaming from compatible devices
- free app for Apple® and Android™ lets you use your smartphone as a Wi-Fi remote (may require firmware update)
- 2 optical digital inputs
- 2 coaxial digital inputs
- rear-panel USB port for digital connection to an iPod or iPhone
- 1 pair of analog stereo (RCA) outputs for connection to a powered subwoofer
- stereo binding-post speaker terminals
- Ethernet port
- built-in headphone amplifier with a 3.5mm minijack output
- 12-volt trigger input
- remote control
- 2-13/16"W x 9-5/16"H x 11-3/8"D (standing vertically)
- weight: 4.85 lbs.
- warranty: 2 years
- MFR # D7050
What's in the box:
- Direct digital network amplifier
- 6' AC power cord
- Remote control
- CR2025 3V battery
- 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet
- Quick Setup Guide
- Warranty Card
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Features & specs
Performance Specs | ||
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Watts RMS per Channel (8-ohms) | Not given | |
Watts RMS per Channel (6-ohms) | Not given | |
Watts RMS per Channel (4-ohms) | 50 | |
Frequency Bandwidth | 20-20k | |
THD | 0.004% | |
Minimum Impedance | 4 ohms | |
Amplifier Class | D | |
Signal to Noise Ratio | 90 | |
DAC Bit Depth | 24-bit | |
DAC Sample Rate | 96kHz | |
Features | ||
Built-in DAC (Digital to Analog Converter) | Yes | |
Wi-Fi | 802.11 b/g | |
Built-in Radio Tuner | None | |
Room Correction | --- | |
High-res Audio Playback | ||
From Network | No | |
From USB Thumb Drive (USB-A) | No | |
From Computer (USB-B) | No | |
Bluetooth | ||
Version Info | Built-in | |
Receiver Mode | Yes | |
Transmitter Mode | No | |
AAC Playback | No | |
aptX Playback | No | |
aptX-HD Playback | No | |
LDAC Playback | No | |
Connections | ||
RCA Line-level Inputs | --- | |
XLR Line-level Inputs | --- | |
Phono Input | No | |
Optical Digital Inputs | 2 | |
Coaxial Digital Inputs | 2 | |
USB Input | No | |
HDMI Inputs | --- | |
Stereo Preamp Outputs | --- | |
Subwoofer Outputs | No | |
Recording Output | No | |
HDMI Output | --- | |
Home Theater Bypass | No | |
Pre-out/Main-in Loop | No | |
Headphone Output | 3.5mm | |
Removable Power Cord | --- | |
Streaming Compatibility | ||
Apple AirPlay | Yes | |
Apple AirPlay 2 | No | |
DTS Play-Fi | No | |
Chromecast built-in | No | |
Roon | No | |
HEOS | No | |
BluOS | No | |
Dimensions and Warranty | ||
Width (inches) | 2-13/16 | |
Height (inches) | 9-5/16 | |
Depth (inches) | 11-3/8 | |
Weight (pounds) | 4.85 | |
Parts Warranty | 2 Years | |
Labor Warranty | 2 Years |
Product Research
Audio Features
Variety of Digital Audio Sources
Convenience Features
Audio Features
Direct Digital Amplifier: Direct Digital means there are no noise and distortion producing analog circuits in the D 7050; your music remains digital right up to the speaker outputs. NAD's Direct Digital technology of the D 7050 performs all preamplifier functions in the digital domain using sophisticated software to control all aspects of performance. Digital is converted to analog by a simple passive two-pole reconstruction filter located right at the speaker outputs; then compares the output to the input, and compensates for any differences to achieve the perfect result. The high efficiency of NAD's Direct Digital amplifier technology significantly reduces the size of the heat sinks and power supply, which are physically large in high performance analog amplifiers, while offering improved sound quality.
- LSI's + Multi-Layer PCB's: The NAD 7050 direct digital amplifier employs large scale integrated circuits (LSI) and multi-layer printed circuit boards (PCB) to optimize speed and performance.
- NAD's Full Disclosure Power Ratings: NAD uses Full Disclosure Power (FDP), the most demanding criterion for performance measurement. FDP specifies distortion under the most extreme conditions of low impedance loads and frequency extremes, rather than the simple and easy 1kHz @ 8 ohms test quoted by many of other manufactures. NAD uses this stricter performance criterion because it more closely matches the demands of real music and real loudspeakers. Maintaining specified distortion at 4 ohms and at 20Hz to 20kHz is a much more difficult achievement. The NAD D 7050 is rated at 50 watts x 2 channel (@ 20-20kHz, in 4-ohms, with 0.004% THD).
Binding Post Speaker Terminals: The NAD D 7050 hybrid digital amplifier is equipped with four binding post terminals to connect your loudspeakers. The binding post speaker terminals will accept bare wire (up to 10AWG), banana plugs (single only), pin-connectors, and spade-connectors.
Analog Audio Outputs: The NAD D 7050 offers stereo RCA outputs that can act as a pre-out to send an audio signal to a separate amplifier, or a subwoofer output to send a low-pass audio signal (up to 200Hz) to a powered subwoofer.
Built-in Headphone Amp: The D 7050 features an integrated headphone amp with a 3.5mm headphone output jack to connect a pair of headphones for private listening. A specially designed low noise headphone circuitry accommodates a wide range of headphones, even 600-ohm studio models. Once headphones are connected to the D 7050, your connected speakers will be turned off.
Perfect Pitch: The PerfectPitch software program is available as a free firmware upgrade for all D 7050 owners and can be downloaded here. Once installed, it is selected or bypassed using the D 7050 Remote App available free at the Apple App Store. PerfectPitch utilizes carefully developed DSP filters to raise accuracy to a new height of perfection for PSB speakers. With PerfectPitch engaged on the NAD D 7050, your PSB speakers sound smoother and more detailed in the midrange with enhanced bass extension. The midrange is less forward and more three-dimensional with superior depth and width. This creates a spacious and airy sound field with improved image focus.
Variety of Digital Audio Sources
Wired or Wireless Network Connection: The NAD D 7050 is equipped with dual network connection methods. There's an RJ-45 LAN (Ethernet) port for direct wired connection to your home network, and there's also the built-in Wi-Fi feature that includes Wi-Fi Protected Setup for safe and secure connection to your wireless home network. Through either connection method, the D 7050 can playback music on your network that is stored on your computer and playback music directly from your Apple AirPlay iOS device or computer running iTunes.
- DLNA Certified: The D 7050 is DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) 1.5 and Windows 7 compliant for audio networking. This means it's easier for you to access and enjoy digital music stored on your PC or smartphone (like Android). You can use your PC or smartphone to play high-bit rate music content through your audio system.
- Apple Airplay: The NAD D 7050 is compatible with Apple AirPlay technology. With AirPlay, the D 7050 can connect wirelessly to any AirPlay-enabled Apple device. This allows you to stream music wirelessly from your iPod touch, iPhone, iPad, or your computer's (Mac or PC) iTunes library; via your WiFi network. Using the Apple Remote App (Free download from iTunes) on your iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad and your wireless home network, you don't even need to be in the same room as the D 7050 or your computer to play, pause, skip, and stop the songs in your iTunes music library. To use the AirPlay feature you need a Mac or Windows-based PC running iTunes (10.2.2 or later) connected to your wireless home network. Your iPod touch, iPhone, and iPad must have iOS 4.3.3 or later installed and connected to the same wireless home network.
Dual USB Inputs: The NAD D 7050 offers dual USB inputs; a USB (type-B) port to connect your computer and a USB (type-A) port to connect your Apple device.
- Asynchronous USB (type-B) Input: The NAD D 7050 features an "asynchronous" USB (type-B) input to insure the lowest possible jitter (timing errors) from your connected Windows or Mac computer. The D 7050's USB input supports up to 24-bit/96kHz high-resolution music files on your computer. The D 7050 is compatible with Mac OS X Snow Leopard (version 10.6) or later version; no additional USB driver required. Its also compatible with Windows (XP service pack 2 or higher and 7); additional USB driver download required from the NAD website.
- USB (type-A) Input For Apple Devices: The D 7050's USB (type-A) input lets you connect your Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad using the connector cable that came with your Apple device. The D 7050 supports playback of stored music and music apps on your compatible Apple device. The USB (type-A) port will also charged your connected Apple iPod or iPhone (but not iPad). Check out the iPod compatibility chart for compatible iPod, iPhone, and iPod models.
Bluetooth aptX Music Streaming: The NAD D 7050 offers built-in Bluetooth aptX technology. Via Bluetooth, you can wirelessly stream music from your smartphone, tablet, or laptop to the hybrid digital amplifier. The D 7050 even supports aptX audio coding which delivers CD-quality sound wirelessly over Bluetooth. The D 7050 is compatible with most Bluetooth devices (such as Apple, Android, and Blackberry). However, due to the differences in Bluetooth technology, some Bluetooth enabled devices may be incompatible, function improperly, or may not support all features.
iPod Compatibility Chart: The NAD D 7050 is "Made for iPod/iPhone/iPad" compatible and supports the following iPod, iPhone, and iPad model features (as of 9/6/2013):
Apple Device | Generation | Tested Version | Connection Type | Media Type | Control Type | Display Type | Charge | |||||
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AirPlay | Bluetooth | USB | Audio | Video | Remote | iPod/iPhone | Song/Artist Text | Track Info | ||||
iPad | 1 | 5.1.1 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | N |
2 | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | N | |
3 | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | N | |
4 | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | N | |
mini | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | N | |
iPhone | 2G | 3.1.3 | N | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y |
3G | 4.2.1 | N | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y | |
3GS | 5.1.1 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y | |
4 | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y | |
4S | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y | |
5 | 6.1.4 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y | |
touch | 1st | 2.2.1 | N | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y |
2nd | 4.2.1 | N | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y | |
3rd | 5.1.1 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y | |
4th | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y | |
5th | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y | |
nano | ||||||||||||
2nd | 1.1.3 | N | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y | |
3rd | 1.1.3 | N | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y | |
4th | 1.0.4 | N | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y | |
5th | 1.0.2 | N | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y | |
6th | 1.2PC | N | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y | |
7th | 1.02 PC | N | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y | |
classic | 80GB | 1.1.2 | N | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y |
120GB | 2.0.1 | N | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y | |
160GB | 2.0.4 | N | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | N | N | Y |
Digital Optical/Coaxial Inputs: The NAD D7050 is fitted with two digital coaxial (RCA) inputs and two optical (toslink) digital inputs for connection of your digital audio sources; like CD and DVD players, satellite/cable boxes, or Apple TV.
Convenience Features
IR Remote Control: The NAD D 7050 comes with an IR remote for wireless operation of the hybrid digital amplifier. You can turn amplifier on/off, raise/lower volume, and switch sources from the remote. The playback controls on the remote are not functional.
Remote App: A downloadable app (from iTunes or GooglePlay) specifically for the D 7050 allows you to use your Apple iPod touch/iPhone/iPad (iOS 5.1+) or Android (2.1+) smartphone/tablet as a full-function remote control. You can also adjust the crossover frequency to integrate the amp with your powered subwoofer, or fine tune the amp with specific PSB loudspeakers using the "PerfectPitch" function.
+12V Trigger Input: The +12V trigger input (3.5mm) lets you turn the D 7050 on/off from another device with a +12V trigger output.
Auto Standby: The D 7050 will automatically go into standby mode if there is no user interface interaction for 30 minutes. Standby power consumption is <0.5W.
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A great amplifier for a straightforward stereo system with exclusively digital sources. Plenty of connectivity for CD, DVD, video game machine, computer, etc. as well as Bluetooth and Airplay. Convenient app allows phone or ipad to function as remote. Great sound with my B&W Nautilus speakers.
MSK from Seattle, WA