The NAD T778 is a home theater amplifier designed for movie enthusiasts and audiophiles. Versatile and powerful, it allows you to enjoy a wide range of content, whether you’re watching movies, listening to music, or playing video games.
Impressive Power for Total Immersion
At the heart of the NAD T778 lies its high-performance amplification section. Equipped with 9 amplification channels, each capable of delivering 80W of continuous power (20 Hz - 20 kHz, all channels driven), this amplifier is built to efficiently power even the most demanding speakers. This generous power output ensures faithful reproduction of both the subtlest sound effects and the most intense explosions, without ever faltering.
NAD’s HybridDigital nCore amplification technology not only guarantees high power but also delivers excellent efficiency and an impressive damping factor. This is crucial for maintaining perfect control over the speakers, especially in the low-frequency range. The result: dynamic, precise, and distortion-free sound, even at high volumes.
Cutting-Edge Audio Decoding for the Ultimate Cinematic Experience
The NAD T778 is not just powerful; it also features state-of-the-art audio decoding technology. Compatible with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X formats, it creates a three-dimensional sound bubble around the listener. Supporting up to 7.2.4 channels, it offers remarkable flexibility to configure your home theater system according to your preferences and room specifications.
With support for these advanced audio formats, you can fully enjoy modern soundtracks, with sound effects that seem to come from all directions, including overhead. Whether it’s dialogue, special effects, or background music, every sound element is reproduced with stunning precision and clarity.
Dirac Live: Acoustic Optimization at Its Best
One of the most impressive features of the NAD T778 is its integration of Dirac Live technology. This advanced acoustic calibration system analyzes the sound characteristics of your room and automatically adjusts the amplifier’s settings to deliver the best possible sound quality.
Using the included microphone and dedicated software, Dirac Live measures your system’s acoustic response and applies precise corrections to compensate for room imperfections. The result is a more balanced, coherent, and natural sound that transcends the physical limitations of your listening space. This technology delivers a wider soundstage, improved stereo imaging, and enhanced dialogue clarity.
Comprehensive Connectivity for Maximum Versatility
The NAD T778 also stands out with its extensive connectivity options. With 6 HDMI inputs (including one on the front) and 2 HDMI outputs, it adapts to all configurations. Compatibility with the latest video standards, including 4K HDR and Dolby Vision, ensures exceptional image quality for all your content.
On the audio side, the amplifier features digital (optical and coaxial) and analog inputs to connect all your sources. The presence of pre-out outputs for each channel allows you to further expand the system by adding external power amplifiers.
Streaming and Multiroom: Unlimited Music
The NAD T778 excels not only in home theater but also as a high-performance network player. Thanks to the integration of the BluOS platform, it provides easy access to numerous music streaming services and supports playback of high-resolution audio files stored on your local network.
Compatibility with wireless technologies like Bluetooth aptX HD and AirPlay 2 adds even more flexibility for streaming your music. Additionally, the T778 can be integrated into a multiroom audio system, allowing you to synchronize music across multiple rooms in your home.
A Modern and Intuitive User Interface
NAD has equipped the T778 with a large front-panel touchscreen that greatly simplifies daily use. This clear and responsive graphical interface provides quick access to all amplifier functions, audio settings, and source selection.
For added convenience, a dedicated mobile app allows you to control the device remotely from your smartphone or tablet. You can adjust the volume, switch sources, or browse your playlists without leaving your seat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the NAD T778 compatible with speakers of all impedances?
Yes, the T778 is designed to work efficiently with speakers of varying impedances, ranging from 4 to 8 ohms. Its robust design ensures stable power delivery even with challenging loads.
Can I use the NAD T778 for stereo music listening?
Absolutely! While it is designed as a home theater amplifier, the T778 delivers excellent stereo performance. Its high-quality preamplifier section and generous power output make it a great choice for music listening.
Is it possible to update the firmware of the NAD T778?
Yes, NAD has designed the T778 with a modular architecture that allows for both software and hardware updates. This ensures your investment remains up-to-date with the latest audio and video technologies.
Can the NAD T778 be integrated into a home automation system?
Yes, the T778 offers multiple control options, including RS-232 and IR ports, making it easy to integrate into advanced home automation systems for centralized management of your audiovisual setup.
What the press says
The NAD T 778 is a resounding success, even if it has some slightly annoying aspects in certain areas. It comes with far fewer additional features and connectivity options compared to its competitors. Some users may find the number of HDMI inputs limited, and for now, NAD is skipping HDMI 2.1 and 8K.
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Le NAD T 778 est une franche réussite, même s’il a des petits côtés agaçants sur certains points. Il est bien moins équipé en fonctions annexes et en connectivité que ses concurrents. Les entrées HDMI seront peut-être limitées en nombre pour certains utilisateurs et pour l’instant, NAD fait l’impasse sur le HDMI 2.1 et la 8K.
Amplifier with a sober but pleasant look that deserves to remain in sight. Attention to home theater enthusiasts, this is a "mixed" hi-fi device and therefore has the same minor drawbacks: the size of the unit is almost 10cm longer than all mainstream home theater amplifiers, so it does not fit into ANY dedicated furniture other than those for open-back hi-fi. You need a depth of at least 52cm to accommodate the unit and leave room to run flexible cables... so imagine with stiff hi-fi cables over 15cm...
In terms of use, it is simple although annoying for memorizing user parameters when changing sources. The large screen is very easy to use but the remote control requires a bit of practice (and finding the right pdf online to decipher it). In terms of ergonomics, it's a bit less good because the settings are quite basic. Compared to high-end amplifiers from mainstream brands (Onkyo, Marantz, Denon...) there are far fewer parameters. DIRAC calibration is not always a success, especially with the basic license provided which directly cuts the bass without allowing for real correction. Mandatory visit to the shop for a full access license if you really want to take advantage of it.
Startup is a bit slow with a loading time of more than 15 seconds during which you can't do anything... The rear fan activates immediately at startup and can be audible if no sound is playing but totally disappears during use (and turns off as soon as you stop, even after 4 hours of intensive work). The unit does not get very hot but should not be enclosed. In terms of sound, however, it's a treat. There is power and bass control even at low volumes, even with large demanding speakers. The power increase is credible even if you often find yourself above 50% of the gauge. BluOS is also a great success.
Comment from May 23, 2022 — Experience from March 03, 2022
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Amplificateur avec un look sobre mais agréable qui mérite de rester dans le champ de vision. Attention aux amateurs de HC, c'est un appareil "mixte" hifi et donc avec les mêmes petits désagréments : la taille de l'appareil est quasi 10cm plus longue que tous les amplis HC grand publiques donc ne rentre dans AUCUN meuble dédié autre que ceux pour la hifi ouverts sur le fond.
Il faut une profondeur de 52cm au minimum pour loger l'appareil et laisser de la place pour sortir des câbles souples … alors imaginez avec des câbles hifi bien raides sur 15cm…
Niveau usage il est simple quoique agaçant pour les mémorisations de paramètre utilisateur quand on change de source.
Le grand écran est très facile à utiliser mais la télécommande demande un peu de pratique (et de trouver le bon pdf sur le net pour la déchiffrer).
Coté ergonomie c'est un peu moins bon car les réglages sont assez basiques. Comparé aux ampli haut de gamme des marques grand publique (onkyo, marantz, denon…) il y a beaucoup moins de paramètres.
La calibration DIRAC n'est pas toujours une réussite surtout avec la licence basique fournie qui sabre directement les basses sans permettre de corriger réellement. Passage obligé par le shop pour une licence full access si vous voulez en profiter réellement.
Le démarrage est un peu long avec un temps de chargement de plus de 15 secondes pendant lesquelles on ne peut rien faire..
Le ventilateur arrière s'active immédiatement au démarrage et peut etre audible si aucun son n'est joué mais disparait totalement à l'usage (et se coupe dès l'arrêt même après 4h de travail intensif). L'appareil ne chauffe d'ailleurs pas beaucoup mais ne doit pas être enfermé.
Niveau son par contre c'est un régal. Il y a de la puissance et de la tenue en grave dès le bas volume même avec des grosses colonnes exigeantes. La montée en puissance est crédible même si on se retrouve souvent au dessus des 50% de la jauge.
BluOS est également une belle réussite.
Patrice
After 2 Onkyo and 1 Denon, I've now landed on NAD. Set up in a 5.1 JMLAB/MOSSCADE system, it's a notch above musically - user-friendly, attractive, and upgradable. This amp is worth it, although at a certain price point...
Comment from December 18, 2021 — Experience from December 07, 2021
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Après 2 Onkyo, 1 Denon, me voilà chez NAD. Configuré dans un 5.1 JMLAB/MOSSCADE, il est un ton au dessus musicalement, convivial, beau et évolutif. Cet ampli, se mérite, à un certain prix tout de même…
Eric
Major reliability and customer service issues with NAD. The amp shuts off after a few seconds of operation despite the speakers having the correct impedance. Returned for service at the end of September. By mid-November, no information from NAD, not even to provide an estimated timeline. It seems many of us are returning it for repair given how long it's taking. In short, the sound is good... when the amp actually works. Hopefully it's a manufacturing defect and not a design flaw. Bad experience. Purchase at your own risk.
Comment from November 16, 2021 — Experience from February 08, 2021
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Gros problème de fiabilité et de SAV de la part de NAD.
L'ampli s'éteint après quelques secondes de fonctionnement malgré la bonne impédance des enceintes. Retour en SAV fin Septembre. A la mi-novembre, aucune information de NAD, même pour annoncer un délai. À croire que nous sommes nombreux à le retourner pour que la réparation prenne autant de temps.
Bref, le son est bon … quand l'ampli daigne fonctionner. Espérons que cela soit un problème de fabrication et pas de conception. Mauvaise expérience. Achat à vos risques et périls.
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