FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NAD MDC DAC NAD MDC DAC Offers Easy Digital Audio Upgrade for C 375BEE and C 356BEE Amplifiers Affordable, High Performance Asynchronous USB DAC Streams 24/96 Music Effortlessly to Either PC or Mac CES Las Vegas, NV January 9, 2012 -– NAD Electronics, the highly regarded manufacturer of high-performance audio/video components, announced a simple and affordable way that owners of either the NAD C 375BEE or C 356BEE amplifier can upgrade to the power of digital audio. The MDC DAC ($250 MSRP) available now, adds digital inputs by simply replacing DISC Input then the user selects either OPTICAL or USB with its slide switch. Two of NAD’s top-rated integrated amplifiers, the C 375BEE and C 356BEE, have the company’s unique innovation — Modular Design Construction (MDC) built right in. MDC makes it easy to upgrade features and functionality at virtually any time. With the MDC DAC, the owner gets the convenience of digital audio without sacrificing the musical performance of their NAD hi-fi system. The addition of NAD’s asynchronous 24/96 USB MDC DAC in either of their two toprated amplifiers, the C 375BEE or C 356BEE (rated at 150 and 80-watt per channel respectively) is perfect for improving the sound of a Squeezebox or Sonos system, or you can directly connect a Mac or PC to stream 24/96 HD music. For those who don’t 6 Merchant Street, Sharon, MA 02067 (781) 784-8586 lenbrookamerica.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NAD MDC DAC have either amplifier yet, another option is to purchase the C 356BEE with the MDC DAC factory installed, for $900 MSRP. The MDC DAC’s Optical S/PDIF Input upgrades the sound of Disc Players or Music Streamers while the Asynchronous USB device side input allows direct connection of a PC or MAC. Installation is straightforward and no special software is required however professional installation is advised. “NAD has always been committed to the long term satisfaction of our customers so we designed this simple, affordable way that NAD C 375BEE or C 356BEE owners can upgrade their units to take advantage of the fantastic options available in digital audio.” commented Greg Stidsen, NAD’s Director of Technology and Product Planning. “Despite its affordable price and simple appearance, the MDC DAC uses a 24/192 DAC and high quality OPAmps for outstanding performance.” Key Features of the NAD MDC DAC: • Simple Upgrade - adds digital inputs to the NAD C356BEE and C375BEE Integrated Amplifiers. Replaces DISC Input; select either OPTICAL or USB with slide switch • Optical S/PDIF Input upgrades the sound of Disc Players or Music Streamers • Flexible - Asynchronous USB device side input allows direct connection of PC or MAC • USB compatible - supports 24/96 HD music playback • High Performance - 24/192 DAC and high quality OPAmps for superior performance • No special PC software required. Professional installation recommended NAD will be exhibiting at the upcoming CES in Las Vegas, NV January 10-13, 2012 at the Venetian Hotel Suites 29-328 and 29-330 About NAD Sold in over 80 countries, NAD Electronics is renowned for its award-winning line of high quality components for audio, home theater and custom installation applications offering outstanding performance, value and simplicity. NAD products are distributed in the U.S. by Lenbrook America. 6 Merchant Street, Sharon, MA 02067 (781) 784-8586 lenbrookamerica.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NAD MDC DAC CONTACT INFORMATION NAD/Lenbrook Corporate: Mark Stone, Marketing Phone: (800) 263-4666 ext 4422 E-mail: mstone@lenbrook.com U.S. Headquarters: Lenbrook America 6 Merchant Street Sharon, MA 02067 (781) 784-8586 NAD Website: http://www.nadelectronics.com Media Relations: Peter Hoagland 5863 Old Dominion Court Warrenton, VA 20187 Phone: (540) 349-9648 Peter@Hoagland.us # # # 6 Merchant Street, Sharon, MA 02067 (781) 784-8586 lenbrookamerica.com