Parasound Halo Series JC 3+ Phono Preamplifier | Black
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Description
Parasound Halo Series JC 3+ Phono Preamplifier | Black
The Parasound Halo JC 3+ is a dedicated phono preamplifier supporting both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges, designed for audiophile turntable systems that demand accurate RIAA equalization and low-noise gain. Housed in a 3U chassis measuring 17.25 by 3.55 by 13.75 inches and weighing 19 lbs net, it draws only 12 watts in operation and 1 watt in standby, making it suitable for continuous use. AC voltage selection between 115 and 230 VAC is made via a switch on the chassis bottom.
Frequency response across the audio band is 20 Hz to 20 kHz within plus or minus 0.2 dB. Channel crosstalk is 72 dB at 1 kHz. For MM cartridges, input impedance is fixed at 47 kilohms; for MC cartridges, loading is variable from 50 to 550 ohms with a fixed 47-kilohm option also available. Signal-to-noise ratio exceeds 87 dB IHF A-weighted for both MM and MC configurations. Balanced XLR outputs follow standard pin 2-positive identification, and an external trigger input operates on 9-12 Vdc.
Key Features
- Supports MM and MC cartridges with independent loading
- MC input impedance: 50-550 ohms variable, or 47 kilohms fixed
- MM input impedance: 47 kilohms
- Frequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/-0.2 dB
- SNR greater than 87 dB IHF A-weighted (MM and MC)
- Balanced XLR outputs
- Selectable 115V/230V operation, 12W operating power
Specifications
- Power Consumption: Standby: 1W Power On: 12W 115 or 230 VAC 50 - 60 Hz (Selected on Chassis Bottom)
- Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz, +/- 0.2dB
- Audio Crosstalk: 72dB at 1kHz
- Impedance Input: MM: 47kΩ MC: 50 - 550Ω variable, 47kΩ fixed
- Sensitivity Input: 200 mV for 1 V output Total Gain: 14 dB Maximum Output: 8 V
- Signal to Noise Ratio: MM:> 87dB, input shorted, IHF A-weighted > 78dB, input shorted, unweightedMC:> 87 dB, input shorted, IHF A-weighted > 67 dB, input shorted, unweighted
- External Trigger Voltage: +9 Vdc to +12 Vdc, 5 mA
- Connectors: XLR Pin Identification 1 = Ground (Shield) 2 = Positive 3 = Negative (Return)
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 17.25" x 3.55" x 13.75" (438 x 89 x 350mm) (without feet)17.25" x 4.13" x 16" (438 x 105 x 350mm) (with feet)
- Weight: Net Weight: 19 lbs (8.6 kg) Shipping Weight: 26 lbs (11.8 kg)
- Rack Spacing: 3U
