About the NAD C 427
Top-notch reception and convenient use
Listening to music, catching a ballgame, keeping up with the news.... There are several reasons why a strong AM/FM tuner can be a key addition to your home stereo system. The NAD C 427 tuner makes sure your radio stations come through clearly by using a low-distortion design and features such as "FM Mute," which eliminates inter-station tuning noises,.
Top-notch reception and convenient use
Listening to music, catching a ballgame, keeping up with the news.... There are several reasons why a strong AM/FM tuner can be a key addition to your home stereo system. The NAD C 427 tuner makes sure your radio stations come through clearly by using a low-distortion design and features such as "FM Mute," which eliminates inter-station tuning noises,.
With the C 427's 40 available presets and simple controls, you can store and scroll through your favorite radio stations with ease. The tuner's screen displays Radio Data System information, so you can see what station, artist, and song you're listening to (available with select FM stations). You can control it with the supplied remote, or integrate it with your existing external controller or universal remote. The NAD C 427 works well with NAD's highly-regarded integrated amplifiers.
Product highlights:
- 40 AM/FM station presets
- 24-position rotary knob for switching between preset stations
- displays Radio Data System (RDS) Program-Service and Text information for station name, artist, and song info (available with select FM stations)
- auto and manual tuning
- "Blend" feature narrows stereo separation for clearer reception of noisy stations
- RS-232, IR input and +12V input for use with other remotes and controllers
- stereo RCA output (cable included)
- AM and FM antennas included
- detachable power cord
- remote control included
- FM harmonic distortion: 0.4% (mono), 0.8% (stereo)
- FM signal-to-noise ratio: 65 dB (mono), 60 dB (stereo)
- 17-1/8"W x 3-15/16"H x 12-7/16"D
- weight: 10.1 lbs.
- warranty: 2 years
- Our 60-day money-back guarantee
- MFR # C427
What's in the box:
- AM/FM Tuner
- 6.5' AC power cord
- Remote control (SR9)
- 2 "AAA" batteries
- AM loop antenna
- FM wire antenna
- Balun
- 38" Stereo RCA cable
- Quick Setup Guide
- Warranty Card
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The NAD C 427 replaces these items:
Product Research
Remote Control: Due to supply chain issues, the 745C427 is now coming with the SR9 remote and not the TRN3 remote. (per NAD 1/16/23)
The NAD C 427 replaces these items
AM/FM tuner
- 30 AM/FM station presets
- displays Radio Data System (RDS) Program-Service and Text information for station name, artist, and song info (available with select FM stations)
- 24-position rotary knob for switching between preset stations
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Customer Q&A
9 questions already asked
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will it get internet radio?
[ JOHN Mar 05, 2020 ]
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No, does not receive internet radio, but, does a great job with regular FM reception. Nicely styled, easy to operate; excellent FM reception.
(I was so impressed with the NAD C 427 that I purchased a second NAD C 427 for my stereo system at my summer home.)
[ James Mar 24, 2020 ]
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no
[ MEGHAN Mar 06, 2020 ]
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No
[ Dr. Richard Mar 06, 2020 ]
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No, it doesn't receive internet radio stations.
[ Jonathan Mar 06, 2020 ]
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I don't think so.
[ NEIL Mar 05, 2020 ]
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Can the front panel display of the C 427 be turned completely off with the dimmer button while the unit is operating?
[ Chris May 15, 2018 ]
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Not that I'm aware of. Mine has are 2 settings: Bright and dim, and the dimmer button simply toggles between them.
[ MARK May 24, 2018 ]
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That would be a disappointing "no, not that I've been able to find".
[ GLENN E May 21, 2018 ]
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Chris L , no , at least my NAD C 427 cannot . The dimmer control toggles between a low light ( suitable for night time listenlng ? ) and a brighter setting only .
[ Bruce May 17, 2018 ]
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in terms of sensitivity, pulling in weak stations- how would it compare with a beast like the McIntosh MR-78?
[ j Sep 15, 2017 ]
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Remember that ALL FM tuners sound awful, because that is the nature of the FM signal. I would NOT buy a great FM tuner! Either spend a lot more money and get an HD FM tuner, and spend about the same amount as the C 247 and get yourself a great DAC. My iTunes sounds better through my stereo than the 247 does. But the DAC is not cheap. Crutchfield has a great selection.
[ ERIC K Sep 17, 2017 ]
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I have never owned the MC MR-78, but I do know that the MR-78 was a analog tuner from the 1970's, so that would be heard to beat! Using an indoor dipole antenna, the sensitivity on the C-427 is "OK" at best IMHO. I was able to dial in some fringe stations with it (that I was also able to dial in on my 1970's Sansui tuner). But I was getting some noise on those stations with the C-427 (which was not present on the old Sansui).
While I had high hopes and thought I needed this modern day tuner (and there a barely a few to choose from these days), I wound up returning it. If you spend time listening to a better analog tuner, then listen to the C-427 you will hear what I mean. Please note this has nothing to do with nostalgia, this has to do with sound. I personally will forgo conveniences like a remote and station pre-selects for superior sound. IMHO, everything on the C-427 sounded extremely synthesized and compressed, like the audio is being run through a series of filters. AND the sensitivity was just OK.
Find an old tuner (McIntosh, HH Scott, Kenwood, Sansui, etc). Find a tech who knows how to service a analog tuner. Have them check it out and service where needed, *AND run a full alignment*, and you will be happy. It is also possible to do this for a little less money than the cost of the C-427 (Say if you end up with a Sansui or Kenwood).
[ Ryan Sep 16, 2017 ]
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I would rate it okay, not the best, not the worst- with a good antenna (roof-mount) I improved the signal strength a lot and made sure I used a powered splitter to run it to more than one unit. I still sometimes get less-than-spectacular performance, but then it blends mono & stereo modes and that helps. For the $$, it's a decent unit.
[ celeste Sep 15, 2017 ]
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Can't give you comparison to MR-78, but can tell you that in the same house I get better reception with NAD than with older Yamaha T-80. Overall, very happy with NAD Tuner for the money.
[ Bryan P. Sep 15, 2017 ]
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I don't know the anwser to that question. However, McIntosh gear is a large step better than NAD. I no longer use the NAD C427 in my system. It is in its box in storage. For 2 channel I just have my CD player hooked up to my pre-amp and amp. For home theater, I have a Onkyo RZ-810 AVR which I use its tuner for FM listening. To improve the AVR tuner's ability to get better reception, I use a RCA TV antenna (i.e. rabbit ears) does a fantastic job. So in my mind whether you go with McIntosh or NAD use rabbit ear type antenna. You will have no problems with reception.
[ BROOKE Sep 15, 2017 ]
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Does the color match the NAD 316 amplifier?
[ Joel Dec 19, 2016 ]
3 answers
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to me no
[ MEGHAN Mar 06, 2020 ]
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Yes. The NAD amps are all flat black (metallic, not shiney black plastic) as is the C427 tuner. (I have a C372 integrated amp and a C427 tuner).
[ Joseph Dec 25, 2016 ]
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Don't know. I bought the NAD C 356BEE amplifier. This tuner matches that.
[ Gile Dec 20, 2016 ]
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This is the best tuner I could find without going into the megabuck range. It gives you everything you want in a tuner and nothing you don't. The RDS display is a nice touch. It looks great in my audio rack. I describe the apparance as clean, elegant, and professional.
Bret from Chicago