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The resulting Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated Amplifier and DAC has all the same preamplifier features as the NewClassic 200 Pre, plus the ability to drive high quality loudspeakers without the need for a separate power amplifier. Like the 200 Pre, the 200 Integrated includes analog bass management for optimal performance with compact satellite speakers and a powered subwoofer. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn his \u003ci\u003eSound\u0026amp;Vision\u003c\/i\u003e review, which awards the NewClassic 200 the magazine’s Top Pick Award, Daniel Kumin calls it \"an affordable integrated amplifier-DAC with substantial power, high-quality conversion, flexible inputs and outputs, and full-function remote. Bravo.\" \u003c\/p\u003e \r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Streaming hi-res music from Tidal and Qobuz produced the anticipated result: clean, defined, highly dynamic sound with plenty of punch,\" Kumin continues. \"The 200 Integrated's 110 watts per channel was something of an overkill for small two-ways at a 20-inch listening distance, but the effortless dynamics I heard confirmed my long-maintained belief that more power is always better than less power.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Simple, utilitarian, unfancy—these may sound like left-handed compliments, but in my lexicon they are the highest praise,\" he concludes. \"Parasound's 200 Integrated is not just all of these but also audiophile and adaptable enough to get all the music out of your music, and all the functionality out of your system.\" \u003c\/p\u003e \r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Latest Design Expertise\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe amplifier stage is the latest design from the renowned Danish company Pascal. Pascal’s expertise in class D engineering allows Parasound to cram a hefty 110 watts-per-channel RMS 8 ohms into the very slim 1U chassis. Parasound’s expertise in designing superb, full-featured preamplifiers ensures signal integrity by avoiding typical analog-to-digital conversion for volume control and special functions such as bass management, high pass and low pass crossovers. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Integrated amplifiers with a DAC have replaced the venerable stereo receiver as the entry-level system anchor for serious music lovers,\" said Richard Schram, the President and CEO of Parasound. \"The NewClassic 200 Integrated gives budget-minded audiophiles an affordable, sensible pathway to a higher-end system. For just $300 above the cost of the preamp-only version customers will have a system with great power amplification and outstanding preamp features. The inclusion of preamp outputs allows for the flexibility of adding a separate power amp in the future.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Model 200 Integrated and 200 Pre are the latest additions to Parasound's NewClassic line of affordable, high performance audio products. The 200 Pre and 200 Integrated include a superb MM\/MC phono stage, two RCA line-level inputs, digital inputs for USB, coax, and optical sources. There is a home theater bypass for L, R and two subs, plus a front-panel aux line-level input with an automatic 12 dB gain increase to improve sound quality for portable devices. Burr-Brown DACs were chosen for their musicality and reputation. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eHome Theater Bypass and Analog Bass Management\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThese NewClassic products have inherited features developed for Parasound's premium Halo product family, renowned for their home theater bypass and crossover functions plus great sounding DACs. The 200 Integrated's and 200 Preamp’s Home Theater Bypass function similarly with an adjustable 40-140 Hz high-pass crossovers for the L and R outputs, plus they generate full range and \u0026lt;80Hz sub outputs. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eBuilt-in DAC\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated Amp is ready to bring you maximum enjoyment from your digital music files. It incorporates a very high quality state-of-the-art DAC using circuitry from the highly regarded Halo P 5 preamp. This DAC can process a wide range of digital sources with its coaxial and optical inputs accepting up to 192 kHz rates, and the USB input accepts up to 96 kHz. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe NewClassic 200 Integrated Amp's Cirrus Logic Digital Receiver scrubs the digital clock to attenuate jitter not only for the USB but for all inputs. This enables its acclaimed Burr-Brown PCM1798 DAC to achieve outstanding, natural sound quality for all of your digital sources. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eLine-level Sources Plus a Phono Input\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe 200 Integrated features a pure analog signal path for the analog inputs plus input level matching (offset +\/- 8dB per input) to keep input levels similar from your source gear. The analog inputs consist of one phono in, two line level inputs, and L, R, and subwoofer bypass inputs. A front panel 3.5mm mini jack is perfect for portable audio players or smartphones. The outputs consist of full-range stereo preamp output jacks, a full-range mono preamp output jack, and an 80 Hz mono low-pass subwoofer output jack. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAnd since vinyl has once again become a big part of home hi-fi, Parasound includes the same high-quality built-in phono stage that is used in the Halo P 5 preamp and the NewClassic 200 Pre. The phono input is compatible with all moving magnet cartridges, and virtually all moving coil cartridges, with a 100 ohm\/47k ohm switch to select the appropriate load impedance matching. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eHeadphone jacks are an afterthought on many other manufacturers' hi-fi gear, but this has never been true of Parasound. The 200 Integrated includes a newly designed dedicated headphone stage for the best in private listening with your favorite pair of 'phones. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eAdditional Convenience and Custom-Install Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAdditional convenience and custom installation features include presets for both turn-on volume and favorite volume, a bi-directional RS232 serial port equipped with Control4 drivers, rear panel IR repeater input, and a 12V trigger output. Input level offset (source level matching) ensures that sources with varying output voltages will play at the same level. The dimmable front panel LCD display plus a built-in library of 28 words makes it simple to name each input for the source device connected to it. The back-lit remote control includes adjustments for L-R balance, bass and treble adjust, subwoofer on-off, and even remote control of subwoofer level. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith thoughtful, well-engineered design, Parasound has accommodated an unprecedented feature set and high quality into a sleek and compact one rack-space chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Parasound\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFounded in 1981, Parasound Products, Inc., is a privately-owned U.S. company that specializes in providing affordable audio components to the critical listener. The company's ever-improving audio product lines have garnered an international reputation for performance, value, and reliability. 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But Parasound's new HINT 6 is an improved version of the acclaimed Halo Integrated Amplifier. After the original Halo Integrated Amplifier was introduced, it quickly became known as \"HINT\" in the Parasound community, and that name is now adopted in the new model as the HINT 6.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe amazing sound quality and musicality of the original Halo Integrated (HINT) carries on in the HINT 6. The new model features a Burr-Brown volume control with easy-to-read front panel display. It also adds an upgraded USB receiver with plug-and-play functionality for Windows and Mac, a second optical input, increased phono gain, greater channel separation, and some pleasing refinements to its appearance. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e”Remarkable Confidence, Consistency, and Grace”\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Is Parasound's Halo Hint 6 Integrated Amplifier a party amp? A hard-rock enabler? A suave, swinging jazz proselytizer? It's all these things,\" reports Ken Micallef in his \u003ci\u003eStereophile\u003c\/i\u003e review for May 16, 2019. \"The Halo Hint 6 offers good value in true Swiss Army knife fashion. I can't think of another integrated amplifier that offers so many options and has such solid, generous sound. Recommended.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"San Francisco-based Parasound continues to recalibrate accepted price-vs-performance expectations in the high end,” notes Maurice Jeffries, \u003ci\u003ePositive Feedback\u003c\/i\u003e, June 11, 2019. “The HINT 6 consistently reproduced all manner of music with remarkable confidence, consistency, and grace. Pairing the HINT 6 to my beloved Maggie 1.7i panels proved downright revelatory.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"There’s plenty of detail here and enough in the way of organisation to arrange it in a musically cohesive way. We like the Parasound’s ability to follow individual musical strands, yet still be able to tie things together coherently,\" says \u003ci\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/i\u003e, December 10, 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eJohn Curl-Designed Power Amplifier Section\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Parasound HINT 6 uses the same powerful John Curl-designed power amplifier as the original acclaimed Halo Integrated Amplifier. This 160-watt-per-channel (240-watts @ 4 ohms) amplifier is based on John Curl's direct coupled Class A\/AB circuit topology found in Parasound's renowned separate power amplifiers. These capabilities are further enhanced with a home-theater bypass function, 2.1-channel analog bass management, a dedicated high-current headphone amplifier, and an MM\/MC phono stage. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eNew Burr-Brown Volume Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Parasound HINT 6 is packed full of technical advancements. The new, upgraded volume control replaces the original model's motorized potentiometer and sliding mechanical contacts with a Burr-Brown electronically controlled analog resistor ladder volume control. Technical advancements in the new volume control offer a more distinct sound stage by increasing the dynamic range, lowering the noise floor, improving left-right separation and maintaining absolute left-right channel tracking at any volume level. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe solid aluminum volume knob is supported on ball bearings to rotate with exceptional smoothness, while the dimmable two-digit display shows volume level in increments from 0-99. This advanced volume control enables users to program both a default turn-on volume level as well as a favorite-volume level with remote control button. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eESS Sabre32 Reference DAC\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Parasound HINT 6 uses a proven ESS Sabre32 Reference DAC to decode a wide range of digital music files via two optical, one coaxial, and a new upgraded USB receiver – now with plug-and-play support for Windows 10 in addition to Mac. The asynchronous USB 2.0 input supports PCM up to 384 kHz\/32-bit, native DSD256, and DoP DSD bit streams. The coax and optical inputs accept PCM up to 192 kHz\/24-bit. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAmong other circuit improvements are an upgraded op-amp in the preamp gain stage, improved L-R channel separation, and increased gain for the MC and MM phono inputs. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEven the chassis of the Parasound HINT 6 is new! The upgraded chassis is available in either black or silver finish, with its visual appeal enhanced by the addition of subtle gold highlights and sand-blasted solid aluminum end caps. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003ePhono Stage with Three-Position Selector Switch\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe HINT 6 is equipped with a high quality phono stage. The Phono input has a three-position load\/cartridge selector switch. MM is for moving magnet cartridges. It provides a 47k ohm load and the appropriate gain for all MM cartridges. This is the most common cartridge type. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMC 100 ohm is for most moving coil cartridges. It provides the higher gain required for even very low output MC cartridges and a 100 ohm load that is ideal for the majority of MC cartridges. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMC 47k ohm provides the appropriate gain for MC cartridges with an alternative 47k ohm load. You can try both the 100 ohm and 47k ohm settings to see which sounds best in your system. The MC 47 k ohm setting is also the load which Soundsmith and Grado recommend for their MI (moving iron) cartridges. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eAudiophile Headphone Stage\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe HINT 6 is equipped with a dedicated high quality current-feedback headphone amplifier based on the top grade Texas Instruments TPA6120A. This superior design allows for an extremely high slew rate preventing odd order distortions which are responsible for listening fatigue. The virtually instantaneous response to musical dynamics doesn’t raise the noise floor or degrade the s\/n ratio like typical headphone amps. The headphone amp circuit was also designed with a low 10 ohms output impedance and high gain to drive headphones rated up to 600 ohms. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe headphone jack accepts a 1\/8” (3.5mm) stereo mini plug. The Left and Right Speaker Outputs and the Preamp output jacks (RCA and XLR) are muted whenever a headphone plug is inserted into this jack. The L and R Record out jacks are not muted. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eBalanced and Unbalanced Subwoofer Outputs\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe HINT 6 provides one XLR connector and two RCA jacks for one or more subwoofers. The two unbalanced and one balanced subwoofer outputs all carry the same mono signal. You can select whether the mono signal is full range or crossed over according to the frequency you select for the Low Pass crossover. The Balanced XLR Sub Output has the same signal as either Sub 1 or 2 Output RCA jack. Balanced has 6dB higher gain. Both RCA 1 \u0026amp; 2 outputs and the XLR output can be connected at the same time. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIf you have two subwoofers and want them to operate in stereo you can connect them to the Left and Right Main Output jacks instead of to the Sub Output jacks which are mono. In this case you would need to set the High Pass crossover switch to Off. With this configuration the front panel Sub Level control does not function. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eHigh-Pass and Low-Pass Crossovers\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe HINT 6 is equipped with adjustable low-pass and high-pass crossovers. Crossovers are filters that allow certain frequencies to pass while blocking other frequencies. A low pass filter permits only low frequencies to pass and blocks high frequencies. A high pass filter permits only high frequencies to pass and blocks low frequencies. 80 Hz is the best starting frequency for both the High Pass and Low Pass crossovers if you are using a subwoofer and are not certain where to set the crossover frequency. If you are not using a subwoofer, set the HINT 6 Main Output Crossover switch to its Off position. The crossover settings affect both RCA and XLR Main Outputs. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Low Pass crossover allows only low frequencies to be output from the HINT 6 Sub Output jacks. If your subwoofer has a built-in crossover that cannot be switched off, set it to its highest frequency to minimize the negative effects on bass response from filtering in the HINT 6 and again in the subwoofer. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe HINT 6 High Pass Crossover for the Main Outputs (both XLR and RCA) allows you to block low frequencies from going to your main L and R speakers. This can be particularly useful if you are using small speakers (typically with woofers of 6.5”\/165mm or smaller) and you have a subwoofer. The most common settings are between 50 Hz and 80 Hz. If you are not using a subwoofer you will get better results by turning the HINT 6 High Pass Crossover off or setting it below 40Hz. If you want your L and R speakers to operate full range with no frequencies blocked set the High Pass crossover switch to its Off position. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eTheater Bypass \/ Amp Input\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe HINT 6’s Bypass\/Amp input makes it suitable for both the highest quality stereo reproduction and powering the L and R channels in a surround sound system. This unique feature benefits your system in several ways. It will improve the performance of your left and right speakers in a surround sound system because the power amp built into the HINT 6 is superior to any surround sound receiver’s amp. 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It takes the small audio signal from your preamp (or the pre-out section of a receiver) and amplifies it with enough power to drive your speakers. Without a good power amp, even the best speakers can sound flat and lifeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Parasound Halo A23+ is a two-channel (stereo) power amplifier that delivers 160 watts per channel into 8-ohm speakers, or 240 watts per channel into 4-ohm speakers. If you need even more power for a single speaker or subwoofer, you can bridge it into mono mode for a substantial 500 watts. It sits in a slim, rack-mountable chassis that’s only 2U tall (about 3.5 inches), so it won’t take up much space on your shelf or in your equipment rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A23+ is the upgraded successor to Parasound’s hugely popular Halo A23, which held a spot in the company’s lineup for an impressive 17 years. This new “Plus” version brings a 25–30% increase in power output, a beefier power supply, improved internal components, and refreshed cosmetics — all while keeping the same compact form factor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Does This Amplifier Stand Out?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A23+ was co-designed by John Curl, one of the most respected audio circuit designers in the industry. Curl has been working with Parasound since 1989, and his designs are found in professional recording studios around the world, including those at Lucasfilm, Pixar, and Sony Pictures. When an amplifier’s circuit designer has credits like that, you know the engineering is serious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A23+ uses what Parasound calls a “high-bias Class A\/AB” design. Here’s what that means in plain language: Class A amplification is widely considered to produce the purest, most natural sound, but it generates a lot of heat and isn’t very efficient. Class AB is more efficient but can introduce slight distortion at certain points. The A23+ blends both approaches — it runs in Class A at normal listening levels (where sound quality matters most) and smoothly transitions to Class AB only when you need higher power for loud passages. The result is natural, detailed sound without the excessive heat of a full Class A design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe signal path is “direct-coupled,” meaning there are no capacitors or inductors between the input and the speaker terminals that could color or degrade the signal. The amplifier uses discrete JFET transistors at the input stage (chosen for their low noise), MOSFET transistors in the driver stage (which help reduce harsh-sounding distortion), and twelve fast bipolar output transistors per channel that can deliver up to 45 amps of peak current. That high current capability means the A23+ can comfortably drive demanding speakers, including models whose impedance dips below 2 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe power supply is equally impressive. A custom 1.1 kVA shielded toroidal transformer with independent windings for each channel provides quiet, stable power. The total filter capacitance is 54,400 µF — a 35% increase over the original A23 — which helps the amplifier deliver fast, controlled bass and dynamic impact during loud, complex passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are Reviewers Saying?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSundaram found the A23+ offered impressive clarity, precision, and well-balanced tonality across a range of musical genres. He noted the amp’s excellent dynamics, its ability to portray fine instrument details, and the fact that it consistently outperformed his reference integrated amplifier. He concluded that Parasound provides outstanding value in the A23+ and praised its build quality as well as its sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoundStage! Access — Reviewer’s Choice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSathyan Sundaram — July 2019\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A23+ has earned strong praise from several respected audio publications. Sathyan Sundaram at SoundStage! Access awarded it a Reviewer’s Choice designation in July 2019, noting the amplifier’s impressive clarity with orchestral recordings and its ability to reproduce fine details in small-combo jazz. He found that the Parasound consistently outperformed his reference integrated amplifier in terms of energy, definition, and soundstage precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Go described the A23+ as delivering neutral, vivid sound with excellent dynamics and a well-balanced frequency spectrum. He found the treble extended, the bass punchy, and the soundstage portrayal satisfying. He praised the amp’s build quality and stylish appearance, noting that it always felt in control of the music during his listening sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eYongki Go, Ph.D. — November 18, 2020\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Yongki Go, Ph.D., writing for Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity in November 2020, the A23+ delivers a neutral, vivid sonic character with excellent dynamics and a well-balanced presentation across the full frequency range. He praised the build quality and noted that the amplifier always seemed in firm control of the music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolstad tested the A23+ alongside the Parasound P 6 preamp and was highly impressed by the combination, praising its dynamics, rich midrange, and resolution. He considered the performance remarkably competitive for the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStereo+ (Norway)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eRoy Ervin Solstad — January 2019\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoy Ervin Solstad at Stereo+ (Norway) tested the A23+ alongside the Parasound P 6 preamp in January 2019 and was deeply impressed by the pairing, describing the combination as having outstanding dynamics, a rich midrange, and strong resolution at a price point he found remarkably competitive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spanish publication highlighted the A23+’s ability to reproduce a wide sonic palette with depth and micro-level detail. They praised its bass reproduction particularly, noting the amp brought out the best low-frequency performance from their speakers across various musical genres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eON-OFF (Spain)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSeptember 2019\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spanish publication ON-OFF also reviewed the A23+ in September 2019, highlighting its ability to reproduce a wide range of sounds with depth and fine detail, and noting particularly strong bass performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a detailed follow-up review, Dr. Go found the A23+ to be solidly constructed with balanced sonic characteristics and good presentation of musical details. He noted its sense of space, imaging, and soundstage were strong, and that the amplifier always seemed in firm control of the music regardless of complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHome Theater HiFi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eYongki Go, Ph.D. — February 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross the board, reviewers consistently praise the A23+ for offering a level of sound quality and build quality that’s hard to find at this price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is the A23+ Best For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You’re building a dedicated two-channel stereo system and want a separate power amplifier that punches well above its price class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You already have a preamp or processor with pre-outs and need a clean, powerful amplifier to drive your speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You own speakers that are moderately difficult to drive (4-ohm or lower impedance) and need an amp with high current capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You’re looking for a compact, rack-mountable amplifier that doesn’t sacrifice sound quality for a small footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You want a versatile amp that can run in stereo for music or be bridged to mono for powering a single speaker or subwoofer with authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A23+ offers both balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs for each channel. Balanced connections are generally preferred in high-end audio because they reject noise more effectively — if your preamp has balanced outputs, use them for the cleanest signal. Using balanced XLR connections also provides a 6 dB higher volume level compared to RCA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the output side, you get heavy-duty, 24k gold-plated five-way speaker binding posts that accept banana plugs, spades, or bare wire. There are also RCA loop outputs that pass the input signal through, which is handy if you want to daisy-chain a second amplifier or connect a subwoofer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rear panel includes per-channel gain controls (useful for level-matching in multi-amp setups), a 12V trigger input and output for automated turn-on\/off, and an audio-sensing auto-on feature so the amp can power up automatically when it detects a signal from your preamp. There’s also a “Vacation” master AC switch for completely disconnecting power when you’re away for extended periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep in mind:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe A23+ is a power amplifier only — it does not have a volume control, source selector, or built-in DAC. You’ll need a separate preamp, integrated amplifier with pre-outs, or a surround processor to control it. If you need help figuring out the right companion components, give us a call — we’re happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions for the A23+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreamps:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe Parasound Halo P 6 is the natural partner — multiple reviewers tested them together and praised the combination. Browse our full selection of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/electronics\/preamplifiers\/\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWith 160 watts per channel and high current output, the A23+ can drive everything from bookshelf monitors to full-size floorstanders. Explore our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/speakers\/bookshelf-speakers\/\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/speakers\/floorstanding-speakers\/\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCables:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTo get the most from your balanced or unbalanced connections, check out our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/cables\/interconnect-cables\/interconnects-with-xlrs\/\"\u003eXLR Interconnects\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/cables\/interconnect-cables\/interconnects-with-rcas\/\"\u003eRCA Interconnects\u003c\/a\u003e, and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/cables\/speaker-cables\/\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurniture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNeed a solid rack to support your components? Browse our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/furniture\/audio-racks\/\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— the A23+ fits standard 19” racks with an optional Parasound HRA 2 rack mount kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Products:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eClean power helps any amplifier perform its best. See our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/electronics\/power-products\/\"\u003ePower Products\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor conditioners and cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a preamp to use the A23+?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The A23+ is a dedicated power amplifier — it doesn’t have its own volume control or source selector. You’ll need a separate preamp, an integrated amplifier with pre-outs, or a home theater processor to control it. The Parasound Halo P 6 is the most popular pairing, and multiple reviewers have praised that combination. If you need help choosing, give us a call at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the A23+ for home theater?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can. Many people use the A23+ to power their front left and right channels in a home theater, connected to the pre-outs on their AV receiver or processor. You can also bridge two A23+ units into mono for even more power on the front channels, or use one to power a subwoofer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s the difference between the A23+ and the bigger A 21+?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Halo A 21+ is Parasound’s flagship two-channel amp, delivering 300 watts per channel into 8 ohms (compared to 160 watts for the A23+). It has a much larger chassis, heavier power supply, and even higher current capability. If you have very demanding speakers or a very large room, the A 21+ is the way to go. For most setups with bookshelf or mid-size floorstanding speakers, the A23+ provides more than enough power and sound quality at a lower price and smaller footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I use the balanced XLR or unbalanced RCA inputs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your preamp has balanced outputs, use the XLR connections — they’ll give you lower noise and a 6 dB gain advantage. If your source only has RCA outputs, the unbalanced inputs work great too. Just make sure the Balanced\/Unbalanced switch on the rear panel is set to match whichever input type you’re using. Don’t connect both types at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I bridge the A23+ into mono mode?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, and it’s a popular option. In bridged mono mode, the A23+ delivers 500 watts into 8 ohms — that’s serious power for a single speaker or subwoofer. Keep in mind that bridged 4-ohm operation is not recommended. If you want mono power for a stereo pair, you’d need two A23+ units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the A23+ need time to warm up before it sounds its best?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot really. Parasound’s exclusive bias circuit is designed so the A23+ sounds right from the moment you turn it on. Unlike some amplifiers that need 20–30 minutes to reach their optimal bias point, the A23+ is ready to go immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the auto-turn-on feature work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A23+ gives you three turn-on options, selectable via a rear-panel switch. “Manual” means you press the front button. “Audio” means the amp powers up automatically when it detects a signal from your preamp, and powers down when the signal stops. “12V Trigger” means it turns on when your preamp or processor sends a 12-volt trigger signal. The audio and trigger modes are great for multi-room or home theater systems where you want everything to turn on and off together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the A23+ fit in my equipment rack?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A23+ is 2U tall (3.5 inches without feet), so it fits neatly in a standard 19-inch equipment rack with the optional Parasound HRA 2 rack mount kit (sold separately). It also works great sitting on a shelf or audio rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat speakers pair well with this amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A23+ is versatile enough to drive a wide range of speakers. Reviewers have tested it successfully with everything from compact bookshelf monitors like the Sonus Faber Principia 3 to larger speakers like Magnepan 1.7i panels and KEF R3 bookshelf speakers. Its high current output means it won’t struggle with difficult loads. If you’re unsure whether the A23+ is the right match for your speakers, call us and we’ll help you figure it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat warranty does the A23+ come with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParasound backs the A23+ with a 5-year parts and labor warranty (2 years for moving parts, remote controls, lasers, displays, and video screens). 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Now with 44% more power! The new Parasound Halo A 52+ five-channel amplifier uses John Curl-designed circuitry for better performance than ever. And the original Halo A 52 is a tough act to follow. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eHome Theater Review\u003c\/i\u003e said of the original A 52, \"It's a truly musically engaging amplifier with an alter ego that likes to blow stuff up, should the mood or movie strike it.\" With 44% more power output than its predecessor, the A 52+ will drive just about any speaker with even greater explosive power and captivating grace. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFeaturing Class A\/AB circuitry designed by the legendary John Curl, the A 52+ is direct coupled, with no capacitors or inductors in the audio path to ensure the cleanest signal. It provides balanced XLR inputs with discrete circuits. Full power is rated all the way down to 5 Hz for unrestricted low-end bass. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Halo A 52+ has a custom 1.5 kVA encapsulated toroid power transformer with independent secondary windings for each channel and 100,000 µF power supply filter capacitance. It uses hand-matched JFETs for the input stage, hand-matched MOSFETs for the driver stage, and beta-matched 15 amp, 60 MHz bipolar output transistors (three pairs per channel). Other features include DC Servo and relay protection circuits plus auto turn on by audio signal or 12V trigger. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eCircuit Design by John Curl\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eParasound design consultant John Curl has been a legend among audiophiles and electronic engineers for decades. He pioneered measurements to correlate musical accuracy with the materials used in parts, worked with world-class touring companies, has designed highly coveted audio classics, including the original Mark Levinson JC-2, Denneson JC-80, Vendetta Phono Preamplifier, and CTC Blowtorch preamplifiers; master recorders for Wilson Audio and Mobile Fidelity; and the mixing consoles used in live concerts by The Grateful Dead and the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland.\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAs Parasound's featured amplifier designer since 1990, he has created many products that have earned Parasound worldwide acclaim. John is particularly proud of what he and Parasound have accomplished together. \"The circuits I design for Parasound are extremely sophisticated and are typical of products that are far more expensive,\" John says. \"I can't think of any other audio products that offer nearly as much bang for the buck.\"\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eEvery Part is Chosen for Accuracy and Reliability\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEvery part used in the A 52+ is carefully chosen for its accuracy and reliability. Metal film resistors with 1% tolerance are selected for their precision and because their values don't drift as they heat up during operation. Polypropylene and mica capacitors are used extensively for their superior linearity and low dielectric absorption. Semiconductors are selected for superior performance in their specific roles in the circuit. Gold has the best conductivity of any metal, so Parasound uses high quality gold-plated input connectors and speaker terminals. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe double-sided circuit boards are FR4 glass epoxy for long-term durability. The chassis is made of heavy gauge steel to safely house the internal circuitry. This attention to detail when selecting parts makes the difference between a very good amplifier and an outstanding amplifier. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eHighly Efficient and Quiet Power Supply\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe heart of the Halo A 52+ power supply is a 1.5 kVA toroid power transformer, chosen for its efficiency, low hum field, and high power rating. Encapsulating this massive power transformer in an epoxy-filled steel canister assures ultra-quiet performance. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe A 52+ power transformer employs multiple independent secondary windings, so that each amplifier channel has its own power supply, assuring more than ample DC voltage at all times and under all conditions. It also reduces inter-channel crosstalk that can blur the sound and impair the correct sense of where instruments, dialogue and effects are positioned. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEach channel's +\/- 80 Vdc B+ and B- supply rails use high-speed rectifier diodes and two Rubycon custom-made 10,000uF electrolytic filter capacitors, chosen for their low Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR), dielectric absorption and resistance to high temperature. In addition, these filter capacitors are bypassed with smaller polypropylene capacitors to reduce AC ripple in the DC supply and to further eliminate noise and interference that is generated in AC power lines from computers and other appliances in the home. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eRelay-Bypassed Soft Start Circuit\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWhen the A 52+ is first turned on, there is a significant amount of in-rush current required to charge the enormous power supply capacitors. In order to slow down and suppress this in-rush current and to prevent nuisance tripping of a household circuit breaker, Parasound employs a NTC (negative temperature coefficient) thermistor. A thermistor cuts the in-rush current by approximately 50%. In a few seconds as it heats up to its operating temperature it it's essentially a jumper wire with zero ohms resistance. However, the A 52+ goes one step further for this circuit. After the NTC resistor has done its job of suppressing in-rush current a relay with gold contacts automatically activates to jump across it to completely bypass it. This extra step insures that the thermistor does not restrict any current whatsoever when the A 52+ is in full operation. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eAudio Circuit Path Topology\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eParasound's circuit topology is a hybrid of carefully chosen discrete transistors that result in superior performance at each stage. We use JFETs (Junction Field Effect Transistors) for the input voltage amplifier stage; MOSFETs (Metal Oxide Field Effect Transistors) for the drivers of a second voltage amplifier stage and bipolar transistors for the current amplifier output stage. Discrete transistors are more sonically accurate than integrated circuits commonly used by other brands. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eComplementary Configuration\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEach stage of amplification has transistors fed by the positive DC power supply and complementary transistors fed by the negative DC power supply. Thus, half of the devices amplify the positive half of the musical waveform while the other half of the devices amplify the negative half. This complementary topology is inherently linear, which reduces distortion and improves sonic accuracy. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eInput Stage with Matched Pairs of Discrete JFETs\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe A 52+'s input stage uses matched pairs of discrete JFETs arranged in a differential configuration. JFETs are ideal for the input stage because their inherently high impedance is unaffected by the impedance of source components. (Ordinary bi-polar transistors are low impedance devices) Differential configuration provides superior noise reduction. These precision input JFETs are also cascaded to produce the current necessary to drive the MOSFET drivers in the following stage. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eDriver Stage Boasting Tube-like Sonic Qualities\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe driver stage provides critical amplification for which Parasound employed a complementary matched pair of MOSFETs selected for their tube-like sonic qualities. MOSFETs tend to generate less odd-order higher harmonic distortion than bipolar transistors. This is important because odd-order distortion sounds unnatural and fatiguing to the human ear, whereas even-order distortion is less offensive because it is consonant, rather than dissonant. The MOSFET driver stage prevents the harshness and brittle sound so often found in other solid state amplifiers. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Output Stage\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe amplifier's sonic characteristics are established by its input and driver stages. Now, the sole job of its output stage is to deliver the enormous current and voltage from its power supply to the speakers. Bipolar output transistors are better than MOSFETS in the output stage because of their higher safe operating area (SOA) and inherent ruggedness. Each channel's output stage employs four pairs of high current (15-ampere) bipolar transistors to insure long-term reliability, even with continuous high power operation and challenging speaker loads. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eLightning-fast (60 MHz) transistors respond instantly to complex demands in the musical signal, virtually eliminating distortions that occur with \"slower\" transistors. Slew rate limiting and Transient Intermodulation Distortion (TIM) are simply not an issue in the A 52+. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eNatural Sounding Class A-A\/B Operation\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePure Class A operation provides the purest sound. However, an amplifier operating entirely in Class A would be enormous, highly inefficient, and generate far too much heat. Class A\/B combines the main advantage of Class A with the efficiency of Class B operation. It is a compromise that reduces the heat generated in pure Class A operation and the higher- order odd harmonic distortions created in class B. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn Class AB, the driver and output stages are always partially turned on, which provides a nominal amount of pure class A operation. At higher power levels, when the musical waveform swings from positive to negative and vice versa, each bank of transistors is allowed to rest momentarily. This resting, or quiescent time, makes it possible to deliver high amounts of power without overheating. It also makes possible the use of passive cooling and avoid fans, whose noise can be heard over the music. The A 52+ input and driver stages employ pure Class A while its output stage operates with higher level of pure Class A power than many amplifiers selling for twice or three times its price. The result is less fatiguing, more natural sound. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eTotal Protection - DC Servos\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eDirect Current (DC) burns out speakers. Every power amplifier must have some way to insure that DC from its power supply never reaches its + or - speaker terminals. Most amplifiers simply use hand-adjustable trim controls to reduce their DC offset or capacitors to block DC. Unfortunately, trim controls can allow DC offset to increase over time, and even the most expensive capacitors in the audio signal path will \"veil\" sonic clarity and attenuate bass response. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eParasound power amplifiers incorporate ingenious and fast-acting DC servo circuits, completely eliminating the need for coupling and blocking capacitors. The A 52+ is direct (DC) coupled from its input jacks to its speaker terminals. This advanced circuitry never needs adjustment or maintenance. It operates outside the audio signal path to keep the DC offset at the output of the A 52+ at a constant 0.00 Vdc. The results are startling clarity, freedom from listening fatigue, and formidable bass response. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eTotal Protection - Relays\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEach channel of the A 52+ has a high-quality protection relay with gold-plated contacts for long-term reliability. These relays function to protect either the amplifier, the speakers, or both. When the A 52+ is first powered on, these relays remain open for three seconds as the positive and negative power supplies stabilize and reach equilibrium. This prevents annoying popping or other transient noises. Relay protection also prevents damage to your speakers in case of a catastrophic amplifier failure. 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Most manufacturers now design their preamps and receivers without the extra preamplifier gain stage and the RIAA equalization that phono cartridges require. People who still enjoy listening to their record collections have had to settle for using the often outdated phono preamp stage in their bulky older equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe compact and affordable Zphono is perfect for music lovers who want to hook up their analog turntables to today's line stage preamps, amps, and receivers. Parasound's low price and high performance make this unit a favorite with audiophiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"[It] gave me a taste of the best that high-end audio has to offer at a price almost anyone can afford. I don't think I can go back,\" reports Stephen Mejias in his \"The Entry Level\" column for \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e, posted March 15, 2012.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Parasound's handsome Zphono phono stage is the paradigmatic 'It does what it says on the can' product,\" notes John Marks in his \"The Fifth Element\" column for \u003cem\u003eStereophile.com\u003c\/em\u003e, December 6, 2014. \"I have no idea how they can sell it for $199 –perhaps it's a loss leader to introduce people to the brand.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA Top Ten Audio Bargain\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eCNET.com listed the Zphono as one of its Top Ten Audio Bargains. \"If you're getting serious about getting the best sound from LPs, you need a high-performance phono preamplifier, like the Parasound Zphono ($200). It'll work with any receiver or amp and give you a whole new appreciation of how good LPs can sound,\" notes Steve Guttenberg in his March 24, 2012 post.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Clarity and Rhythmic Organization\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eParasound's Zphono won a \"Recommended Component\" rating in \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e's Michael Fremer praises the Zphono for making \"an impressive showing for a budget-priced phono preamp: similar to the NAD PP-2's overall performance, but with more extension, air, and sparkle on top.\" According to Fremer, \"The overall picture had a pleasing clarity and rhythmic organization. Cymbals rang cleanly and with more metallic edge than through the PP-2, and, overall, there was more 'air'.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHuge Performance Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eParasound’s new ultra-low distortion Zphono preamp is only half as wide as standard A \/ V components, but it's bursting with huge performance features. If you've got hi-fi or home theater gear that lacks phono inputs compatible with your turntable, the Zphono is the great-sounding, space-saving solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Zphono is Parasound's successor to its critically acclaimed PPH-100 half-width phono stage. Zphono sounds even quieter and cleaner than the PPH-100 and will bring out details in your vinyl recordings that you have never heard before!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Zphono employs advanced circuitry and high quality components to provide the extra gain stage and RIAA equalization circuitry that are required for highly accurate and low-noise reproduction of the low level output of a phonograph cartridge. In fact, its RIAA curve is accurate to 0.25 dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eA rear panel switch is used to select between moving magnet or moving coil cartridges. The Zphono also features an exclusive AC line polarity switch to ensure hum-free performance in all installations. Zphono works with all line-level preamps, integrated amps, and receivers. 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The Parasound Zamp v.3 is a stereo power amplifier capable of 45 watts per channel into an 8-ohm load, making it 50% more powerful and much cooler running than its popular predecessor, the Zamp v.2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I'm taken with its size, its sound, and that the closest product to its size I could find was a (much wider) $1,700 Bryston amp,\" notes Max Dudious in his April 17, 2009 review for \u003cem\u003ePositive Feedback\u003c\/em\u003e. \"It is a way overachieving amp at a ridiculously attractive price. 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This size is perfect for a compact bookshelf audio system or two-abreast in a standard 19-inch professional equipment rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe amplifier's small size also makes it ideal for unconventional and space-limited applications, including multi-room \/ multi-zone installations, PC and desktop audio, and bedroom or den stereo systems. This product is truly a custom installation problem solver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFully Discrete, Audiophile-Quality Circuitry\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eUnlike other compact amplifiers, which typically employ low-cost single-chip IC amplifier modules, the Zamp v.3 uses fully discrete, direct-coupled DC servo circuitry, high speed bipolar output transistors, and a massive, high quality toroid power transformer. In addition to its 2 x 45 watts, 8-ohm rating (20 Hz - 20 kHz, both channels driven), Zamp v.3 delivers 60 watts per channel with 4-ohm loads, or can be bridged to provide over 90 watts mono into 8 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCustom Installation Features, Too\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eParasound designed the Zamp v.3 with custom installation in mind, including features like a removable IEC power cord, and rear-panel 12 Volt trigger input and output. Its rear panel auto turn-on switch can also be set so it will power up automatically when an audio signal is present, with adjustable sensitivity, or for manual turn on and off from the front panel. The unit's attractive faceplate includes a headphone jack, and individual indicators for protection or high temperature fault as well as left and right channel status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Zamp v.3 features gold-plated five-way binding posts for speaker connections, and line-level inputs and outputs for integration with other equipment. Rear panel level controls can be independently adjusted for each channel to ensure ideal gain staging with a variety of preamplifiers or multi-room controllers. 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It combines high performance with unprecedented versatility at a price that fills the gap between Parasound's popular Zphono and the internationally acclaimed Halo JC 3 Jr. Parasound built the Zphono XRM for vinyl lovers who are willing to spend $1,000 to $1,500 to upgrade their entry-level turntable\/cartridge, but who are not interested in spending $800 or more to upgrade their phono preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMost phono preamps don’t give buyers what they really want. The Parasound Zphono XRM delivers this must-have list and more! It offers convenient on-the-fly impedance adjustment for MC cartridges, a switchable rumble filter, a stereo-mono switch and balanced XLR outputs. Additionally, many phono preamps use 'wall warts' external power supply that can add noise to the audio signal. Zphono XRM uses a far superior high-capacity, low-noise, linear power supply that won't compromise your music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe XRM gives you, the listener, the best possible opportunity to experience the full emotional content of vinyl. Independent circuits for MM and MC optimize the signal to noise ratio and sonic presentation. Balanced XLR outputs provide optimum rejection of external noise using common mode rejection (CMRR).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe is One Serious Phono Stage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Zphono XRM uses an ultra-low distortion design (\u0026lt;0.02% THD) with ultra high-speed, low-noise op amps plus audiophile grade resistors and capacitors. It is RIAA accurate to within 0.2 dB. Input and output RCA jacks are gold plated. The unique half-rack width chassis (one rack space high) makes the XRM easy to place, especially in custom installations. But don't let the compact dimensions fool you. This is one serious phono stage. The XRM is powerful proof of Parasound’s continuing support of the vinyl renaissance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTwo Turntable Input Jacks\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Zphono XRM has separate input jacks and circuitry for MM (moving magnet) and MC (moving coil) cartridges. Connect your turntable’s signal cables to the Input jacks on the Zphono XRM that correspond to the type of cartridge you are using. You can connect two turntables simultaneously if one turntable has an MC cartridge and the other turntable has an MM cartridge. You can also use a turntable with two tonearms, provided one is equipped with an MC cartridge and the other with an MM cartridge. The front panel input select switch makes it easy to toggle back and forth between your MM and MC connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBalanced and Unbalanced Output Connections\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Zphono XRM Output jacks connect to the line level input jacks on your line stage preamplifier, integrated amplifier or receiver. Both balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA output jacks are provided. If your preamplifier, integrated amp or receiver is equipped with balanced XLR inputs we recommend using the Zphono XRM Balanced XLR output jacks for the maximum rejection of external noise. The balanced and unbalanced jacks are active simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOn-the-Fly MC Input Impedance Adjustment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Zphono XRM’s impedance adjust knob allows you to fine tune the input impedance for MC cartridges over a range of 50 ohms to 1050 ohms. Cartridge manufacturers recommend what they consider to be an optimal load impedance. However, their published specification won’t necessarily give you the best results in your system. The design of the XRM lets you experiment with the MC impedance control on-the-fly while you are listening to music and ultimately use whichever load setting you feel results in the best performance of your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMC and MM Cartridge Gain Options\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMC and MM phono cartridge gain options let you select the appropriate gain for your cartridge. The most typical settings are 40 dB for MM and 60 dB for MC. This is a good place to start, but you may want to experiment to see what sounds best in your system. 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We challenged John Curl to distill the essence of two JC 1 mono blocks into a single chassis, and the result has exceeded everyone's expectations.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProfoundly Powerful, Supremely Musical\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Parasound Halo JC 5 stereo amplifier is profoundly powerful and supremely musical. High bias class A\/AB provides 12-watts-per-channel pure class A power and class AB effortlessly to its 400 watts per channel 8 ohm rating. The output stage employs 24 beta-matched, 15 ampere, 60 MHz bipolar transistors to deliver a formidable peak current of 90 amperes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe power supply employs a 1.7 kVA shielded toroid power transformer with a premium H18 grade steel core. It has independent secondary windings for its dual-mono power supply. As with the JC 1, the input stage B+\/B- rails are 10 V above the output stage rails to eliminate any chance of distortion caused by voltage sagging when the amp is under load. Independent power supplies for left and right channels input stages employ filter caps totaling 8,880 μF. Driver and output stages employ massive Rubycon filter caps totaling 132,000 µF.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDirect-Coupled Design\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Halo JC 5 is direct-coupled, protected by DC servo circuits to eliminate coupling capacitors, while extending bass response down to 5 Hz. Its balanced inputs use discrete circuits with Neutrik locking XLR connectors, and Vampire 24k gold-plated RCA input and loop output jacks. “Propeller” type 5-way speaker binding posts are 24k gold-plated and accept 7-gauge bare wire. 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What goes in is literally what comes out… Build quality is excellent in every respect. \"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNew Version v.2 Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThis is the new v.2 version of the Model 2250 with several new features for enhanced performance and convenience. First is a new A\/B speaker button lockout switch on the rear panel. When this switch is set to Lockout, the front panel A and B buttons are disabled and speakers A and B will always be on. This can be particularly useful for a professional audio installer who never intends for the client to use the front panel buttons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe new ultra-sensitive two-position audio trigger allowed Parasound to eliminate the audio trigger sensitivity knob. A 'Quieter' setting will automatically turn on the amp at a very low volume. 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