NAD CI SA2-120

£1,399.00

NAD CI SA2-120

The NAD CI SA2-120 is a high-performance network music player and amplifier that’s built on the Bluesound platform.The NAD CI SA2-120 BluOS Streaming Amplifier is designed to deliver high-quality amplification and networked music streaming in a single, compact solution for custom installation systems.

Combining 240 watts of NAD DirectDigital™ amplification with dual stereo outputs and the BluOS multi-room platform, it can be used in single- or dual-zone configurations. Purpose-built for professional environments, the CI SA2-120 simplifies system design while maintaining the sound quality, reliability, and control expected from NAD.

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GTIN: 5703120251615
Brand: NAD
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Description


NAD CI SA2-120

The NAD CI SA2-120 is a high-performance network music player and amplifier that’s built on the Bluesound platform.The NAD CI SA2-120 BluOS Streaming Amplifier is designed to deliver high-quality amplification and networked music streaming in a single, compact solution for custom installation systems.

Combining 240 watts of NAD DirectDigital™ amplification with dual stereo outputs and the BluOS multi-room platform, it can be used in single- or dual-zone configurations. Purpose-built for professional environments, the CI SA2-120 simplifies system design while maintaining the sound quality, reliability, and control expected from NAD. Now Dirac Live® Ready, it also supports advanced room correction with an optional licence and calibration microphone, enabling system optimisation for virtually any listening environment. It is an ideal solution for distributed audio, retrofit projects, and zones where space and efficiency are critical.

KEY FEATURES
  • 2 x 120 W or 4 x 60 W DirectDigital™ amplification
  • Supports Dirac Live® Room Correction with optional licence and calibration microphone purchase
  • Two zones of BluOS multi-room streaming with access to 20+ services and internet radio
  • Compact 1/3 width x 1U height with Chassis Link Flexible rack and surface placement options
  • aptX HD two-way Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Qobuz Connect and Tidal Connect
  • Dynamic Power Management automatically optimises power distribution
  • Thermostatic fan cooling with front-to-rear airflow for reliable stacking
  • Engineered for reliable, long-term operation
AMPLIFICATION AND STREAMING IN ONE PLATFORM
The CI SA2-120 combines power and streaming into a single component, eliminating the need for separate streamers and amplifiers at the zone level. With a total of 240 watts of continuous power available into 8 ohms, it can confidently drive architectural and standalone speakers while delivering consistent performance. This integrated approach reduces rack space, simplifies wiring, and shortens installation time, making it an efficient solution for both new builds and retrofit projects. Dirac Live® Ready support further enhances system performance by enabling advanced room correction with an optional licence and calibration microphone. By correcting both frequency response and timing, Dirac Live adapts each zone to its listening environment, delivering clearer, more balanced sound with improved imaging and spatial detail.
DIRECTDIGITAL™ POWER WITH CI EFFICIENCY
NAD’s DirectDigital™ amplification technology delivers clean, controlled power while maintaining high efficiency and low heat output. This design supports continuous operation and stable performance, even in space-constrained installations. By balancing power and efficiency, the CI SA2-120 delivers dependable sound quality across a wide range of listening levels without the thermal challenges of traditional amplification designs.

BUILT FOR FLEXIBILITY
The CI SA2-120 integrates easily into equipment racks and can also be discreetly hidden in cabinets or behind a television. Connectivity includes Ethernet or Wi-Fi for networking and BluOS control, as well as support for third-party control systems, HDMI eARC, and Bluetooth for local digital audio sources. Whether configured as a powerful single-zone stereo system in a media room or driving two independent BluOS zones as part of a larger distributed audio system, the CI SA2-120 provides installers with a streamlined, reliable solution. With support for Dirac Live Room Correction through an optional licence and calibration microphone, integrators can further optimise system performance for the unique acoustic characteristics of each listening space.

AUDIO
Supported Audio File FormatsMP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, OPUS
Supported High-Quality Audio File FormatsFLAC, MQA, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
Supported Multi-Channel Audio FormatsDolby Digital® Downmixing to stereo PCM
Native Sampling Ratesup to 192 KHz
Bit Depth16-24
Audio Controls & EQBluOS Control App
Signal-to-Noise Ratio>102dBA
DistortionTHD+N, 0.005%
AmplificationDirectDigital™
Rated Power Output60W (8 & 4 Ohms)
IHF Dynamic Power150w (8 & 4 Ohms)
SOFTWARE & INTEGRATIONS
Operating SystemBluOS
App Controller Operating SystemiOS, Android, Windows, macOS
ProcessorARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core
Supported Network File SharingServer Message Block (SMB) up to 200,000 files
Album Art SupportedJPG, PNG
Music Services & Internet Radio23+
3rd-Party IntegrationsAirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect
Room Correction SoftwareDirac Live Ready (Zone 1 only, calibration mic not included)
Control System IntegrationsCreston, Control4, RTI, Nice, URC, Lutron, Gira, Rako, Rithum, Free@Home, Josh.AI
Voice Control IntegrationsAmazon Alexa Skills
CONNECTIONS
Power SupplyUniversal 2-pin AC cord input (100-240AC)
Ethernet/LANEthernet RJ45, Gigabit 1000Mbps
Wi-FiBuilt In WiFi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band
Bluetooth QualityBluetooth 5.2 aptX HD
Bluetooth ConnectivityTwo-Way (Zone 1 only)
IR Optical Built InNo
IR Input2-pin PHX connector (IR extender kit required)
Optical/Analog InputToslink Optical, 3.5mm Analog (Zone 1 Only)
HDMI InputHDMI eARC (Zone 1 Only)
USB InType A (Fat32, NTFS Formatted) – External Storage Only Local Server Mode
Dual Speaker OutputsYes, Output 1 = Zone 1, Output 2 = Zone 2
Main Zone/Sub Zone CapabilityYes (independent volume control over Speaker Output 2 when activated)
Subwoofer OutputRCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+ (Linked to Output1/Zone 1 only)
Speaker Terminals2x 4-PIN Snap On PHX 5.08mm Connector, supports up to 12AWG
Headphone OutputNone
12v Trigger Inputx1 Configurable Smart Trigger Input
12v Trigger OutputNone
USER INTERFACE & CONTROL
Status IndicatorBluOS Status LED
Source Status Indicatorx2, BluOS/Connected Input Live
Output Status Indicatorx2, Output pair 1, Output Pair 2
GENERAL
FinishBlack
Max Power Consumption240w
Storage Environment-10°C to 50°C, 20% to 80% relative humidity
Operating Environment0°C to 40°C
SKU/VersionSA2-120
Generation1
*Specifications subject to change without notice.

Brand

NAD

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