

NAD Masters M23v2 Stereo Power Amplifier
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The NAD M23 V2 Stereo Power Amplifier refines an already exceptional design, pushing performance closer to the source than ever before. Built with Purifi’s second-generation Eigentakt amplification and NAD’s HybridDigital architecture, M23 V2 delivers even lower distortion, tighter timing, and greater spatial precision. All with the same effortless power and control that defined the original M23. Rated at a conservative 200 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 380 watts into 4 ohms, the M23 V2 drives demanding loudspeakers with authority and composure. Imaging stays controlled, dynamics unfold naturally, and clarity remains intact at any listening level. This is well-engineered power that reveals every fine detail.
NAD Masters M23v2 Stereo Power Amplifier

FEATURES
- Second-generation Purifi Eigentakt™ amplification
- NAD HybridDigital™ design and engineering
- 200W per channel into 8 ohms; 380W per channel into 4 ohms (continuous)
- 700W mono continuous output in bridged mode
- Virtually immeasurable noise, harmonic, and intermodulation distortion
- Flat, wide frequency response into any loudspeaker
- Auto-sensing balanced XLR and single-ended RCA input
- Three-position adjustable gain control
- Intelligent 12V trigger with delay for multi-amp systems
Next Generation of Purifi Eigentakt™ Amplification
Building on the breakthrough performance of the original M23, the M23 V2 features the latest generation of Purifi Eigentakt™ amp modules that further reduce harmonic and intermodulation distortion while improving transient accuracy and low-level resolution. Noise virtually disappears, creating a listening experience that allows micro detail, texture, and spatial cues to come through with lifelike realism. Combined with ultra-low output impedance and a high damping factor, the M23 V2 maintains absolute control over any loudspeaker—no matter how demanding of load.
Power in a Class of Its Own
Power alone is never the goal. Control and timing is. The M23 V2 delivers continuous stereo output of 200W into 8 ohms and 380W into 4 ohms, with ample dynamic headroom to handle wide dynamics and music energy without compromise. Switch to bridged mode and the M23 V2 becomes a 700-watt mono amplifier, perfect for bi-amping or driving ultra high-performance loudspeakers. Whether used as a stereo amplifier, paired as dual mono blocks, or in a system with the NAD M33 V2 or M66, the M23 V2 scales effortlessly with your audio dreams.
Seamless System Design and Integration
The M23 V2 is engineered to fit naturally into high-performance audio systems with separate components. Auto-sensing balanced XLR and single-ended RCA inputs simplify setup, while a three-position gain switch ensures optimal matching with a wide range of preamplifiers and sources. A more intelligent 12V trigger system enables safe and reliable connectivity across multi-amplifier systems. Every connection and control is designed to reduce friction, eliminate guesswork, and let it operate as a unified system.
NAD MASTERS Craftsmanship
Precision engineering demands precision construction. The M23 V2 pairs NAD’s advanced switch-mode power supply—delivering massive current reserves with greater efficiency, lower heat, and consistent real-world performance—with an all-alloy chassis designed for absolute stability. Rigid panel construction and magnetic iso-point feet create a vibration-resistant foundation for the amplifier’s multi-later circuit boards and meticulously arranged internals. The result is an architecture that outperforms conventional designs without unnecessary weight or poor energy consumption, while remaining visually understated and purposeful.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Input impedance (R and C) | Single-ended: 56 kohms + 200 pF Balanced: 56 kohms +200 pF |
|---|---|
| Frequency response (1W into 8 Ohms) | ±0.06dB (20-20kHz) |
| Rated output power into 8 Ohms and 4 ohms(Stereo mode) | >200W into 8 Ohm, >380W into 4 Ohm |
| Rated output power into 8 Ohms (Bridge mode, ref. 20 Hz-20 kHz at rated | >700W into 8 Ohm |
| THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz) | <0.00069% (XLR), <0.0013% (RCA) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | >101.7 dB (1W into 8 Ohm) |
| Clipping power (Stereo mode, at 1 kHz 0.1 % THD) | >210 W (0.1 % THD 1 kHz 8 ohms) |
| Clipping power (Bridge mode, at 1 kHz 0.1 % THD) | > 770W |
| IHF dynamic power (Stereo mode, at 1 kHz) | 8 ohms: 260 W |
| IHF dynamic power (Bridge mode, at 1 kHz) | 1017W |
| Peak output current | >25 A (in 1 ohm, 1 ms) |
| Damping factor | >800 (ref. 8 ohms, 20 Hz to 6.5 kHz) |
| Frequency response | ±0.06 dB (stereo), ±0.054 dB (bridged) 20 Hz -20 kHz -3 dB at 60 kHz |
| Channel separation | High gain RCA: >97dB, Low gain XLR: >115dB (1kHz) |
| Stereo Mode input sensitivity (for 200 W in 8 ohms) | Low gain: 4.5V (low gain), 2.5V (Mid gain), 1.4V (High gain) |
| Stereo Mode Gain | 19dB (low), 23.9dB (mid), 29.2 (high) |
| Bridge Mode Gain | 25.1dB (low), 30dB (mid), 35.2 (high) |
| Standby Power | <0.5W |
| Dimensions (W x H x D)* | 435 x 133 x 381 mm (17 1/8 x 5 1/4 x 15 “) |
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| Net Weight | 9.7 kgs / 21.4 lbs |
| Shipping Weight | 17.5 kgs / 38.5 lbs |
| Shipping Size W x H x D | 569 x 258 x 519 mm (22 13/32 x 20 7/16 x 10 5/32 ”) |
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