Parasound JC 3+ Phono Preamplifier

Yes, the JC 3+ is designed to handle both. It features switchable gain and impedance settings, allowing you to fine-tune the preamp to match the specific requirements of almost any moving magnet or moving coil cartridge.

The dual-mono design means the left and right channels are completely isolated from one another. This prevents crosstalk between channels, which results in a more precise, stable stereo image and better overall clarity.

Yes, it includes a 12 dB/octave subsonic filter at 20 Hz. This is useful for reducing low-frequency distortion caused by warped records or turntable rumble, which can otherwise stress your speakers and muddy the sound.

Passive RIAA equalization allows for lower gain stages, which helps minimize noise and distortion. It ensures that the frequency response of your records remains highly accurate across the entire audible spectrum.

While it is essential for playing early mono pressings without the phase issues that can occur with stereo cartridges, it is also a great diagnostic tool for checking channel balance or troubleshooting connection issues in your system.

You have significant control. The JC 3+ offers ten different impedance settings ranging from 25 ohms up to 47k ohms, ensuring you can dial in the exact load your specific moving coil cartridge needs to perform at its best.