Parasound Halo JC3 Jr. Phono Preamplifier

Name: Parasound Halo JC3 Jr. Phono Preamplifier
Brand: The Music Room
SKU: 96662
Price: 1049.0 USD
Availability: InStock

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The Parasound Halo JC3 Jr. Phono Preamplifier features moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridge compatibility, selectable gain settings of 40dB, 50dB, and 60dB, and a continuously variable MC impedance adjustment from 50 to 550 ohms. This specialized component elevates delicate low-level vinyl signals to proper line level before sending them to a preamplifier. Renowned engineer John Curl designed the internal architecture, separating the analog and power-supply circuits on isolated boards populated with high-quality Rel-Caps and Vishay-Dale resistors. The chassis includes a heavily shielded toroidal power transformer alongside a rear layout of balanced XLR and single-ended RCA connections. For optimal playback versatility, a dedicated front-panel mono switch clarifies older pressings by reducing noise.

Critical praise emphasizes the unit's remarkably low noise floor, allowing micro-details to emerge from a black sonic background. Reviewers frequently laud the neutral tonal balance and expansive soundstage, noting an organic presentation that bridges the divide between solid-state precision and tube-like fluid warmth. This impressive performance earned multiple Editors' Choice awards from leading industry publications, establishing it as an analog benchmark.

Integrating this phono stage into your setup unlocks the full emotional depth of a vinyl collection. By ensuring transparent signal transfer and flexible cartridge matching, it transforms ordinary playback into an intimate musical encounter.

Brand	Parasound
Type	Phono Preamplifiers
MSRP	$1,449.00
SKU #	96662
Serial #	11480
Cosmetic Rating	8 - Very good condition with minimal visible cosmetic wear including some faint marks on the top of the unit where feet used to rest. Fortunately these blemishes are not readily visible, and do not detract from the overall wonderful appearance.
Functional Notes	Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found.
Age	Unknown
Owners	Unknown
Service History	None

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