Parasound JC 2 BP Preamplifier

The 'BP' stands for Bypass. This feature allows you to integrate the preamplifier into a home theater system by passing the signal from your surround sound processor directly to your power amplifier, letting you use your high-end speakers for both music and movies.

By using completely independent circuit boards for the left and right channels, the JC 2 BP prevents crosstalk and interference between channels. This results in a wider, more precise soundstage and improved imaging.

No, the JC 2 BP is a line-stage preamplifier. You will need a separate external phono preamplifier to connect a turntable to one of its line-level inputs.

Capacitors in the signal path can color the sound or introduce phase shifts. By using a direct DC servo-coupled design, the JC 2 BP maintains a cleaner, more transparent signal, ensuring the audio remains as close to the original recording as possible.

Yes, the unit features flexible connectivity that allows you to mix and match balanced and unbalanced inputs and outputs. You can switch between them easily depending on the requirements of your source components and power amplifiers.

The separate gain controls for each channel allow you to fine-tune the balance between your left and right speakers. This is particularly helpful if your room acoustics are slightly asymmetrical or if your source components have minor channel imbalances.