Parasound JC 3+ Phono Preamplifier
Best premium phono stage for dedicated vinyl enthusiasts seeking sonic purity.
This is the definitive choice for audiophiles who demand absolute channel separation and surgical precision from their vinyl setup. While the extensive manual adjustments require a bit of patience to dial in, the payoff is a remarkably quiet, expansive soundstage that breathes new life into even the most challenging cartridges.
$3350.00
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Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking a dead-silent background for delicate acoustic recordings
- Vinyl enthusiasts who frequently swap or upgrade high-performance cartridges
- Long-term investors wanting a durable centerpiece for their analog system
Who should skip it
- Listeners with limited space or small-scale desktop audio setups
- Budget-conscious collectors looking for an entry-level phono stage
- Users who prefer making frequent adjustments from the front panel
Performance breakdown
Cartridge Compatibility
Extensive impedance and gain settings accommodate virtually any high-end cartridge.
Channel Separation
Dual-mono architecture delivers exceptional stereo imaging and soundstage depth.
Noise Floor
Discrete Class A circuitry ensures an incredibly quiet, transparent playback experience.
RIAA Precision
Passive equalization maintains strict accuracy across the entire frequency spectrum.
Build Quality
Robust metal chassis construction reflects serious, professional-grade engineering standards.
Utility Features
Subsonic filter and mono switch provide essential tools for vinyl enthusiasts.
Key Specs
Amplification Type
Solid State Discrete Class A
Cartridge Compatibility
Moving Magnet (MM) and Moving Coil (MC)
Gain
64 dB
Input Impedance
47000 ohms
Input Capacitance
420 pF
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
80 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion
0.0015%
Equalization Curve
RIAA
Number of Inputs
1 pair RCA
Output Connectivity
RCA
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