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NAD Electronics C 589 High Performance CD Player

Brand: NAD Electronics | SKU: C589 | UPC:

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NAD Electronics C 589 High Performance CD Player - Safe and Sound HQ

NAD Electronics C 589 High Performance CD Player

Price
$1,699

The NAD C 589 is a high-performance CD player designed to deliver exceptional playback from your physical music collection. Built for those who value
both sound integrity and precision, the C 589 incorporates advanced digital audio technologies and a robust CD transport to deliver every detail with clarity and control. With a low-noise design, durable construction, and clean output options for seamless integration into a wide range of systems, the C 589 represents the next generation of NAD’s commitment to superior digital performance.

DYNAMIC DIGITAL HEADROOM
NAD’s Dynamic Digital Headroom (DDH) circuit eliminates distortion caused by inter-sample
clipping, a digital artifact that can occur with certain CDs mastered at high levels. By restoring
headroom in the digital domain, DDH allows transients like drum hits, brass stabs, and
dynamic vocal peaks to come through with greater clarity and impact. This results in playback that sounds cleaner, more open, and more engaging, particularly on recordings that might otherwise feel compressed or harsh. DDH helps the C 589 reveal more of what’s on the disc, just as it was meant to be heard.

HIGH-PERFORMANCE DAC IMPLEMENTATION
At the final stage of the signal path, the C 589’s digital-to-analogue conversion preserves musical detail and clarity. Built around a top-tier design from ESS, the DAC delivers low noise, low distortion, and excellent dynamic range. NAD’s circuit design ensures clean, accurate playback that reveals subtle textures and tonal nuance across every disc.

PRECISION CD LOADER AND TRANSPORT
The C 589 features a premium disc loader and precision transport mechanism for smooth, reliable operation. The loader delivers a clean, responsive action, while the mechanism includes a precision laser pick-up that ensures accurate tracking across a wide range of compact discs. These components work together to maintain signal integrity and reduce read errors, helping preserve sound quality throughout playback. For listeners who rely on CDs as a primary source, this level of build quality ensures consistent performance and
long-term reliability.

QRONO d2a
To further enhance the performance of the DAC, the C 589 uses a new filtering approach
called QRONO d2a, developed by MQA Labs and implemented by NAD. Instead of relying on conventional digital filters, QRONO applies a more precise time-domain solution to preserve critical timing information in the audio signal. The result is improved clarity, sharper imaging, and a more natural musical flow, especially on recordings rich in acoustic detail and spatial nuance. With QRONO, CD playback sounds smoother, more precise, and more lifelike.

FLEXIBLE OUTPUT OPTIONS
The C 589 offers a range of output options to support both analogue and digital hi-fi systems. Stereo RCA and XLR balanced outputs provide clean analogue signals for use with integrated amplifiers and preamps, with the balanced path offering even lower noise and distortion. On the digital side, coaxial, optical, and XLR AES/EBU outputs are available, allowing connection to a wide range of external DACs and processors. The AES/EBU output ensures exceptionally low jitter, making it ideal for high-end digital systems. This
flexibility makes the C 589 easy to integrate into virtually any high-performance audio setup.

Brand NAD Electronics
Model C 589
Total Harmonic Distortion < 0.005%
Signal to Noise Ratio (dB) > 115
DAC ESS ES9039PRO with QRONO d2a
Digital Optical Input NO
Digital Coaxial Input NO
USB Input NO
Headphone Output No
RCA/XLR Output YES / YES
SACD Capable No
Network Streaming No
Dimensions H x W x D (Inches) 3 3/8" x 17 1/4" x 11 5/8"
Weight (lbs) 11.2
Warranty 2 Years

FAQ

What is your return policy?

Returns are accepted for products purchased within the last 30 days. You must call us to initiate a Return Authorization 800-820-6460.

You are responsible for return shipping costs.

Products MUST be in LIKE NEW Resalable condition.

You MUST have the ORIGINAL BOX and PACKAGING MATERIALS.

You MUST have all of the original accessories, manuals etc.

Your package should be INSURED for the FULL VALUE for your protection during return shipping.

Products that arrive not in original packaging, missing accessories, without a Return Authorization or damaged will be refused. Refunds are credited using the original payment method and they are usually credited within 10-15 business days upon receipt of your return.

Return & Exchange Limits
While we completely understand some products just don't fit the build or hit the mark we have a limit of 2 returns or exchanges per household in a 12 month period.

Order Cancellations
If your order has shipped, it cannot be cancelled. Once your order has left our warehouse it cannot be cancelled. If you would like to setup a return on this item please call us at 800-820-6460 and request a Return Authorization. Do not refuse your order as you will then be subject to shipping cost both ways.

If you wish to cancel an order placed during business hours, please contact us by phone by 3PM EDT on the same business day your order was placed. Any cancellation requests received after this time will be examined on a case-by-case basis. We offer no guarantee that your order will be able to be canceled after this time period. If your order is placed outside of business hours, you must contact us by 1PM EDT on the following business day. Again, cancellation requests submitted outside this time period are NOT guaranteed, and are examined case-by-case.

All shipping, processes and freight charges are non refundable.

Must receive a confirmation email from sales@safeandsoundhq.com to ensure your cancellation is complete

Orders placed cannot be cancelled by email. Please call us for order cancellations. Safe and Sound will not be responsible for lack of cancellation

Refused Shipments
Orders that are refused at the time of delivery are subject to the original and return shipping fees unless otherwise approved by Safe & Sound.

Return Policy Exclusions

Items marked as FINAL SALE, USED TRADE-IN are nonreturnable

Vehicle specific Car Audio/Video products such as wire harnesses, dash kits, interfaces and other installed components are nonreturnable once opened. Vinyl Albums are non-returnable. Items such as phono cartridges, record brushes, alignment tools and cleaners are nonreturnable Special order, non stocking items are nonreturnable

If you have any questions regarding our return and order cancellation policy, please feel free to contact us- 800-820-6460.

Is Shipping FREE?

We offer FREE Shipping on ALL orders over $99 with the following Exclusions:

Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Alaska shipments DO NOT qualify for Free Shipping. Prior to placing your order, please call us at 800-820-6460 to request a shipping quote to your address.

Where are you located?

We are located at 675 Fuller Road in Chicopee, Massachusetts 01020

Do you ship internationally?

We can only ship within the United States

Do you offer Repair Services?

We do not offer repair services currently

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Brand
NAD Electronics
Advance Paris
Denon
Marantz
Naim Audio
Model
C 589
ACD Apex
DCD-1700NE
CD 50N
CD5Si
Network Streaming
No
No
No
Yes
No
Signal to Noise Ratio
> 115
106 RCA, 105 XLR
112
112
> 100
SACD Capable
No
No
Yes
No
No
RCA/XLR Output
YES / YES
YES / YES
YES / NO
YES / NO
YES / NO
Headphone Output
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
USB Input
NO
YES
NO
YES
NO
DIGITAL COAXIAL INPUT
NO
NO
NO
YES
NO
DIGITAL OPTICAL INPUT
NO
NO
NO
YES
NO
DAC
ESS ES9039PRO with QRONO d2a
Wolfson WM8761
Texas Instruments PCM1795
ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M
Burr Brown PCM1793
Weight (lbs)
11.2
9.04
19.84
22.7
11
Dimensions H x W x D (inches)
3 3/8" x 17 1/4" x 11 5/8"
2.91" x 16.93" x 10.24"
5 5/16" x 17 1/8" x 15 3/16"
5 1/8" x 17 7/16" x 16 3/4"
2.75" x 17" x 11.8"
Warranty
2 Years
3 Years
1 Year
5 Years
2 Years