NAD Electronics has announced the new M10 V3 BluOS streaming amplifier at CEDIA Expo 2024. The amplifier features a full-colour touchscreen display, 100 watts per channel of nCore amplification, ESS Sabre ES9039 DAC and supports Dirac Live bass control. The M10 V3 (US $2,499/EUR €2,499) will be available globally in late fall and includes a new BC1 remote control.
“The original M10 was first introduced in 2019, and it was well beyond our expectations in design and performance,” said Cas Oostvogel, product manager at NAD Electronics in a press release. “The M10 V3 builds on this success through the advancement of new DAC technology and blending the convenience of modern music streaming with the rich listening experience of vinyl.”
NAD M10 V3 core values
The M10 V3 features a hybrid digital amplifier with nCore technology to deliver 100 watts of continuous power (into 8 and 4 Ohms) and 160 watts of dynamic power (8 Ohms), with virtually zero noise or distortion claims NAD. Its audio circuitry is designed around a new ESS Sabre ES9039 DAC.
The M10 V3 offers a full panel of inputs and outputs to connect any source, including a new dedicated MM phono input that adds RIAA equalization to recreate the original warm sound of vinyl records. In addition to a USB Type A input for connecting a computer or music drive, RCA stereo, optical and coaxial are also available for both analogue and digital sources. It is also equipped with HDMI eARC for enhanced audio while watching TV.
Smart device controlled
With BluOS, the M10 V3 can be controlled from any smartphone, tablet or desktop, and stream popular music streaming services, internet radio stations, and personal music libraries stored on any network drive or computer. It can stream hi-res audio up to 24-bit/192kHz and connect to other BluOS enabled speakers and audio systems for a multi-room music experience throughout the home. BluOS can transform the M10 V3 from a two-channel stereo amplifier to a wireless Dolby Digital home theatre system. Using the BluOS app, M10 V3 can wirelessly connect to a second M10 V3, or other BluOS enabled speakers, and create a 4.1 home theatre system. Apple AirPlay 2 and aptX HD Bluetooth is also supported for limitless streaming of any app or service.
Dirac Live enabled
With Dirac Live room correction and bass control, users can use Dirac’s app and room correction technology to measure their room acoustics and eliminated standing waves, reverberations, and other unwanted distortions. With Dirac Live bass control available as an upgrade, users can also optimize the subwoofer outputs in both time and frequency. The new and included BC1 Remote Control features an EQ button for selecting programmed Dirac filter profiles.
“With Dirac Live bass control available on the NAD M10 V3, we’ve seamlessly integrated Dirac’s advanced bass management algorithms to ensure optimized performance and the most precise and immersive low-frequency experience,” said NAD’s Product Manager, Cas Oostvogel. “Our partnership with Dirac exemplifies our commitment to elevating audio quality, providing listeners with unparalleled sound clarity and depth for stereo and home theatre.”
Frequently asked questions
What DAC does the NAD M10 V3 use?
The NAD M10 V3 is built around a new ESS Sabre ES9039 DAC, delivering 100 watts of continuous power into 8 and 4 ohms with virtually zero noise or distortion.
Can the NAD M10 V3 be used for home theatre?
Yes. Using the BluOS app, the M10 V3 can wirelessly connect to a second M10 V3 or other BluOS-enabled speakers to create a 4.1 home theatre system, alongside AirPlay 2 and aptX HD Bluetooth support.
What does Dirac Live bass control add to the M10 V3?
Dirac Live bass control, available as an upgrade, lets users optimize subwoofer output in both time and frequency, with the included BC1 remote offering an EQ button for programmed Dirac filter profiles.
