Overview
The NAD CI 980 is a compact powerhouse offering superb sound and robust reliability. The eight individual channels can be fed from either the global input bus, or each channel can have its own input with the flip of a switch. The cool-running CI 980 also has a thermostatically controlled fan system. The CI 980 is designed to fit into standard rack units, making its installation easy and fluid. Delivering a truly expansive sonic experience, the CI 980 will impress even the most experienced of listeners.
Features
- Eight channels of clean, low distortion power set up in four stereo zone configuration
- 50W x 8 @ 8 Ohms; 60W x 8 @ 4 Ohms; 120W @ 8 Ohms in Bridge Mode
- Universal voltage to accommodate marine or avionics installations
- Compact 2U rack height with rack ears
- Phoenix speaker connection blocks
- Detachable power cable for easy service and upgrades
- Indicator lamps for each zone that show protection status and amplifier clipping
- <0.5W standby consumption
- <0.03% THD; <0.04% IMD (SMPTE, CCIR)
- >86dBA referenced to 1W
Specifications
| Continuous Output Power | 8 Ohms - 8 x 50W (ref. rated THD, 20Hz-20Hz, all channels driven) 4 Ohms - 8 x 60W 8 Ohms Bridge Mode - 120W |
| Rated THD (250mW to rated power, CCIF IMD, DIM 100) | <0.03% (ref. 20Hz-20kHz) |
| Clipping Power | >155W (ref. 1kHz, 8 Ohms, 0.1% THD) |
| Damping Factor | >150 (ref. 8 Ohms, 50Hz and 1kHz) |
| Input Sensitivity | 1.1V (ref. rated power) |
| Voltage Gain | 33dB |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz-20kHz ±1dB |
| Signal/Noise Ratio, A-Weighted | >80dB (ref. 1W/8 Ohms) >100dB (ref. 50W) |
| Minimum Input Signal to Trigger (auto sense mode) | >20mV |
| Time to Automatic Standby (without signal at input sense mode) | 10 minutes |
| Rated Power | 600W (120V 60Hz, 230V 50Hz) |
| Idle Power | <26W |
| Standby Power | <0.5W |
| Gross Dimensions (W x H x D) | 483 x 105 x 323mm (19 1/16 x 4 3/16 x 12 3/4”) |
| Net Weight | 5.72kg (12.6lb) |
| Shipping Weight | 7.1kg (15.65lb) |
For all orders exceeding a value of 100USD shipping is offered for free.
Returns will be accepted for up to 10 days of Customer’s receipt or tracking number on unworn items. You, as a Customer, are obliged to inform us via email before you return the item.
Otherwise, standard shipping charges apply. Check out our delivery Terms & Conditions for more details.
