The NAD C 427 FM Tuner impressively maintains FM as one of the most reliable and best-sounding mediums, featuring a highly sensitive RF Front End for cleaner reception, 40 presets for convenient station storage, and a streamlined user interface, offering exceptional performance, convenience, and efficiency in Hi-Fi radio listening.
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Features & Specs
High-performance stereo AM/FM tuning for cleaner reception
Designed to reduce background noise and interference so broadcasts sound more natural and consistent in a revealing hi-fi setup.
40 programmable presets for instant recall
Save a large lineup of AM and FM favorites and jump to them quickly without repetitive manual tuning.
Auto Search that prioritizes strong signals
Scans efficiently and stops on the best available stations, making day-to-day station finding fast and frustration-free.
FM Mute and Blend for better real-world listening
FM Mute keeps tuning quiet between stations, while Blend improves comfort and clarity on weaker stereo broadcasts.
RDS info + clear VFL graphic display
RDS PS/RT support shows station names and radio text (when available), and the multi-line display keeps key info easy to read from your listening position.
Integration-ready connectivity
RS-232 and a rear-panel IR input allow cleaner control integration in advanced systems and custom installations.
High-performance stereo AM/FM tuning for cleaner reception
Designed to reduce background noise and interference so broadcasts sound more natural and consistent in a revealing hi-fi setup.
40 programmable presets for instant recall
Save a large lineup of AM and FM favorites and jump to them quickly without repetitive manual tuning.
Auto Search that prioritizes strong signals
Scans efficiently and stops on the best available stations, making day-to-day station finding fast and frustration-free.
FM Mute and Blend for better real-world listening
FM Mute keeps tuning quiet between stations, while Blend improves comfort and clarity on weaker stereo broadcasts.
RDS info + clear VFL graphic display
RDS PS/RT support shows station names and radio text (when available), and the multi-line display keeps key info easy to read from your listening position.
Integration-ready connectivity
RS-232 and a rear-panel IR input allow cleaner control integration in advanced systems and custom installations.
Expert Insight
So many great terrestrial radio stations and so few great tuners like the NAD C 427!
Mike Chapman
Over 30 years with ListenUp!
Details
NAD C 427 Stereo AM/FM Tuner
Rediscover the ease and warmth of broadcast radio with the NAD C 427, a purpose-built stereo AM/FM tuner engineered for clean reception and low-noise performance in a serious hi-fi system. NAD’s refined RF design helps stations lock in with greater stability, while smart listening tools like Auto Search, FM Mute, and Blend make weaker signals more enjoyable by reducing inter-station noise and improving perceived clarity. A crisp four-line VFL graphic display keeps essential info easy to read at a glance, and RDS PS/RT support adds helpful station naming and radio text where available. With 40 programmable presets (AM or FM), smooth rotary tuning control, and integration-friendly connections like RS-232 and rear-panel IR input, the C 427 fits naturally into both classic stereo stacks and custom-installed systems—without clutter or complication.
What It's Good At:
Delivering clearer, more stable AM/FM reception with a carefully engineered low-noise tuner design
Making station hunting effortless with Auto Search that stops on the strongest available signals
Keeping tuning quiet and enjoyable using FM Mute to eliminate distracting inter-station noise
Improving listenability on weaker stereo broadcasts with the Blend function
Fast, organized access to favorites with 40 programmable presets (AM or FM) and retained memory
Integrating cleanly into advanced systems via RS-232 control and rear-panel IR input
The NAD C 427 FM Tuner impressively maintains FM as one of the most reliable and best-sounding mediums, featuring a highly sensitive RF Front End for cleaner reception, 40 presets for convenient station storage, and a streamlined user interface, offering exceptional performance, convenience, and efficiency in Hi-Fi radio listening.
Get the Details
Features & Specs
Features & Specs
High-performance stereo AM/FM tuning for cleaner reception
Designed to reduce background noise and interference so broadcasts sound more natural and consistent in a revealing hi-fi setup.
40 programmable presets for instant recall
Save a large lineup of AM and FM favorites and jump to them quickly without repetitive manual tuning.
Auto Search that prioritizes strong signals
Scans efficiently and stops on the best available stations, making day-to-day station finding fast and frustration-free.
FM Mute and Blend for better real-world listening
FM Mute keeps tuning quiet between stations, while Blend improves comfort and clarity on weaker stereo broadcasts.
RDS info + clear VFL graphic display
RDS PS/RT support shows station names and radio text (when available), and the multi-line display keeps key info easy to read from your listening position.
Integration-ready connectivity
RS-232 and a rear-panel IR input allow cleaner control integration in advanced systems and custom installations.
High-performance stereo AM/FM tuning for cleaner reception
Designed to reduce background noise and interference so broadcasts sound more natural and consistent in a revealing hi-fi setup.
40 programmable presets for instant recall
Save a large lineup of AM and FM favorites and jump to them quickly without repetitive manual tuning.
Auto Search that prioritizes strong signals
Scans efficiently and stops on the best available stations, making day-to-day station finding fast and frustration-free.
FM Mute and Blend for better real-world listening
FM Mute keeps tuning quiet between stations, while Blend improves comfort and clarity on weaker stereo broadcasts.
RDS info + clear VFL graphic display
RDS PS/RT support shows station names and radio text (when available), and the multi-line display keeps key info easy to read from your listening position.
Integration-ready connectivity
RS-232 and a rear-panel IR input allow cleaner control integration in advanced systems and custom installations.
Expert Insight
Expert Insight
So many great terrestrial radio stations and so few great tuners like the NAD C 427!
Mike Chapman
Over 30 years with ListenUp!
Details
Details
NAD C 427 Stereo AM/FM Tuner
Rediscover the ease and warmth of broadcast radio with the NAD C 427, a purpose-built stereo AM/FM tuner engineered for clean reception and low-noise performance in a serious hi-fi system. NAD’s refined RF design helps stations lock in with greater stability, while smart listening tools like Auto Search, FM Mute, and Blend make weaker signals more enjoyable by reducing inter-station noise and improving perceived clarity. A crisp four-line VFL graphic display keeps essential info easy to read at a glance, and RDS PS/RT support adds helpful station naming and radio text where available. With 40 programmable presets (AM or FM), smooth rotary tuning control, and integration-friendly connections like RS-232 and rear-panel IR input, the C 427 fits naturally into both classic stereo stacks and custom-installed systems—without clutter or complication.
What It's Good At:
Delivering clearer, more stable AM/FM reception with a carefully engineered low-noise tuner design
Making station hunting effortless with Auto Search that stops on the strongest available signals
Keeping tuning quiet and enjoyable using FM Mute to eliminate distracting inter-station noise
Improving listenability on weaker stereo broadcasts with the Blend function
Fast, organized access to favorites with 40 programmable presets (AM or FM) and retained memory
Integrating cleanly into advanced systems via RS-232 control and rear-panel IR input
