NEWS

NAD Introduces The CI 16-60 DSP Amplifier

Engineered for the purest and most powerful hi-res audio systems.

January 19, 2021

Press Release

Built to meet the demands of pro audio installations, the new NAD CI 16-60 is an ultra-powerful 16-channel amplifier that integrates with high-performance audio distribution systems to deliver 60-watts per channel of stable and efficient power. Every detail of this rack-mountable 2U design has been precision-engineered, from the customized high-current output stage to its IP-controlled user interface and flexible multi-connector configurations, giving installers the performance and reliability they need.

The NAD CI 16-60 is a true CI solution, fusing NAD’s legendary amplification with the latest integration technologies while equipping installers and integrators with the trust and confidence to create the largest and most powerful audio experiences.

GENERAL

  • Continuous output power into 8 ohms
  • 60 W (all channels driven, 1kHz 0.05% THD
  • 65 W (two channels driven, 1kHz 0.05% THD
  • into 4 ohms
  • 65 W (all channels driven, 1kHz 0.05% THD
  • 105 W (two channels driven, 1kHz 0.05% THD
  • Continuous output power into 8 ohms at Bridged mode
  • 140 W (all channels driven, 1kHz 0.05% THD
  • 240 W (two channels driven, 1kHz 0.05% THD
  • THD (1 W to 50 W, 8 ohms and 4 ohms)
  • 0.05 % (20 Hz – 3 kHz)
  • 0.2 % (3kHz – 20 kHz)
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio
  • 80 dB (A-weighted, 500 mV input, ref. 1 W out in 8 ohms)
  • Clipping power (all channels driven)
  • 60 W (1 kHz 8 ohms 1 % THD)
  • 80 W (1 kHz 4 ohms 1 % THD)
  • Clipping power into 8 ohms at Bridged mode
  • 150 W (1 kHz 1 % THD – all channels driven)
  • 250 W (1 kHz 1 % THD – two channels driven)
  • IHF Dynamic Power (all channels driven)
  • 8 ohms: 65 W
  • 4 ohms: 125 W
  • IHF Dynamic Power (two channels driven)
  • 8 ohms: 70 W
  • 4 ohms: 125 W
  • IHF dynamic power (Bridged mode, all channels driven)
  • 8 ohms: 270 W
  • IHF Dynamic Power (two channels driven)
  • 8 ohms: 280 W
  • Peak output current
  • 15 A (1 ohm, 1 ms)
  • Damping factor
  • 110 (20 Hz to 1 kHz 8 ohms)
  • Frequency response
  • ±1dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
  • Channel separation
  • 60 dB (1 kHz)
  • 55 dB (10 kHz)
  • Maximum undistorted input level
  • 2900 mV
  • Input sensitivity (for 50 W in 8 ohms, maximum volume)
  • 760 mV
  • Input impedance
  • 20 kohms//220pF
  • Analog input audio sense threshold (one channel with signal)
  • 3 ± 0.5 mVrms (ref. 100 Hz – 10 kHz)
  • Trigger IN level
  • 3 – 30 Vdc
  • Standby power
  • 0.5W

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

  • Gross dimensions (W x H x D)*
  • 483x100x435mm
  • 19 1/16 x 3 15/16 x 17 3/16 inches
  • Net Weight
  • 10.3 kg (22.7 lbs)
  • Shipping Weight
  • 12.8 kg (28.2 lbs)

* Gross dimension includes extended rear panel terminals and excludes installed feet