Description

The NAD M55 is a high-end universal digital player designed for those who want to get the most out of DVD-Video, DVD-Audio , SACD , CD and compressed formats such as MP3 and WMA, with a single electronics. Thanks to the HDMI output with upscaling managed by the Faroudja DCDi circuit , the player brings standard DVDs (480i) to 720p or 1080i formats, ideal for modern HD TVs and video projectors.

Audio is processed with dedicated 24-bit 192kHz DACs and separate paths for DVD, CD and SACD, with digital bass management also for DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD: perfect for home theater systems with subwoofers and 5.1 sets. The stereo and 5.1 analog outputs allow you to connect the player to both an integrated stereo and a hi-fi AV processor.

For those wondering “how to get true audio quality from a universal DVD player?” the M55 provides a concrete answer: support for DVD-A with lossless MLP compression, SACD in DSD , HDCD and high bitrate MP3/WMA files, for surprisingly natural sound. At the same time, for those wondering “how to connect a universal player with HDMI output to the TV?” the M55 offers a single digital audio/video output, alongside component, S-Video and composite for multi-zone installations.

The high performance video section with dual discrete video circuit (DDVC), 12-bit 216 MHz video DAC for component output and 10-bit 27 MHz DAC for S-Video/composite ensures a clean, detailed and stable image, both in interlaced and composite. progressive scan. The whole thing is enclosed in a solid chassis of steel, aluminum and zinc castings, with silicone rubber feet to reduce vibrations and maintain maximum disc reading accuracy.

An ideal addition to premium hi-fi and home cinema systems, the NAD M55 integrates easily with home automation systems and advanced controls via RS-232, IR input and 12V triggering, becoming a true universal playback center for your DVD, CD and high-resolution disc collections.

Type : Universal Digital DVD/SACD/CD Player
Supported formats :
- DVD-Video, DVD-Audio , DVD±R, DVD-RW
- VCD, SVCD
- SACD (Super Audio CD)
- CD, CD-R, CD-RW
- MP3 and WMA files
Audio decoding :
- Dolby Digital (including Dolby Pro Logic)
- DTS digital out
- HDCD , MP3, WMA
Audio DAC :
- 24 bit / 192 kHz for all channels
- Output stage with high-speed FET
Audio Performance :
Audio Outputs :
- 2.0 stereo analog output
- 5.1 channel analog outputs
- SPDIF coaxial digital output (PCM, DTS, MPEG, AC-3)
- TosLink optical digital output (PCM, DTS, MPEG, AC-3)
Bass Management :
- Digital Bass Management for all surround formats
- Selectable crossover with 12 dB (high-pass) / 24 dB (low-pass) slope
- Redirecting low frequencies to the subwoofer
Video section :
Video Outputs :
- HDMI (digital audio and video, with HDCP)
- Component video Y/Cb/Cr (RCA x3, 1 Vpp, 75 Ω)
- S-Video (mini-DIN 4 pin, 3 Vpp, 75 Ω)
- Composite Video (RCA, 1 Vpp, 75 Ω)
- Independent video DACs for zone 2 output
Advanced video features :
- OSD adjustments: contrast, brightness, tint, sharpness, black level, gamma
- Modalimulti-language, multi-angle, AB repeat
- Last scene bookmarking (last scene memory)
Controls and integration :
- RS-232 port for external control (AMX, Crestron, home automation)
- IR input
- 12V trigger input
- NAD M55 remote control included
- Removable power cord
Construction and design :
- Heavy-gauge steel chassis
- Aluminum extrusions and zinc castings
- Anti-vibration silicone rubber feet
- Master Series design, premium finish, designed to last over time
Dimensions (W x H x D) :
- 435 x 100 x 300 mm (17 1/8" x 3 7/8" x 11 7/8")
- Net: 8,5 kg
- Packed: 13,6kg

Specifications

PCM max	24 bit 192 kHz
DSD max	DSD (SACD)
Integrated DAC	24 bit 192 kHz
Digital outputs	SPDIF coaxial, TosLink optical
CD mechanics	Quartz mechanism
Weight	8.5 kg
Dimensions (WxHxD)	435 x 100 x 300 mm
Digital inputs	DVD, SACD, CD
Analog inputs	No
Frequency response	4 Hz - 20 kHz (CD), 10 Hz - 41 kHz (SACD), 4 Hz - 44 kHz (DVD 96 kHz)
Rapporto S/N	-115 dB
Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.0045%
Line input sensitivity	2V rms
Cabinet material	Steel, aluminum, zinc castings
Trim	Master Series