Parasound JC 2 BP preamp with bypass
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The JC 2 was originally designed by Parasound President Richard Schram as a partner/player for die famous monoEndamplifier Halo JC 1 designed. In the spirit of the JC 1, Parasound commissioned the Developer John Curl and CTC (Bob Crump and Carl Thompson)to develop a two-channel preamp without compromise.
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Description
Parasound JC 2 BP preamp with bypass
- Home theater bypass allows for seamless integration into a digital surround system
- Home theater bypass works with both unbalanced and balanced inputs and outputs
- Bypass remains activated even after the device is switched off
- Upgraded remote control with bypass assignment buttons included
- Specifications and sonic performance are 100% the same as the original JC 2
- The lighting of the P logo on the front panel can be switched off.
- 6 pairs of unbalanced line level RCA audio input jacks
- 2 pairs of inputs can be switched to balanced XLR connectors
- Independent balanced/unbalanced switching for left and right channels
- Each channel's input is switched via its own gold-to-silver contact relay
- 6 pairs of unbalanced line level RCA audio input jacks
- 2 pairs of inputs can be switched to balanced XLR connectors
- Independent balanced/unbalanced switching for left and right channels
- Each channel's input is switched via its own gold-to-silver contact relay
- 4 pairs of output sockets with special functions:
- 1 pair of main output jacks is balanced XLR, polarity is switched by remote control
- 1 pair of main output jacks is unbalanced (RCA), polarity switched via remote control
- 1 pair of output jacks is unbalanced RCA, polarity inverted only
- 1 pair of unbalanced RCA outputs, normal polarity, fixed level for recorders
- Dual mono boards for the left and right channels minimize crosstalk
- Hand-Matched Complementary FETs
- Direct DC servo coupling, no capacitors in the signal path
- High-quality 4-speed motorized analog master volume control
- Separate TKD brand analog gain controls for left and right channels
- 3/8″ thick aluminum shielding around the audio boards
- Shielding prevents noise from power supplies and control circuits
- Separate output jacks for simultaneous normal and non-inverting polarity
- Aluminum housing rear panel
- Remote controllable polarity switching with gold-to-silver contact relay
- Vampire brand 24k gold plated RCA jacks
- High-quality Neutrik XLR connectors
- Canare brand internal wiring
- High capacitance R-Core audio power transformer and inductor
- Hyper-fast audio bridge rectifier diodes with soft recovery
- Independent power supply for controller, relay coils, triggers and LEDs
- Remote control controls all functions
- Discrete IR codes for remote control
- Four 12V trigger output jacks for automatic power amp turn-on:
- Two 12 V trigger sockets are switched via the remote control
- Two 12V trigger sockets are live when the JC 2 is powered up
- Two-way RS-232 serial connection
- Line level inputs only; no inputs for phono
- Audio muting by independent L and R relays
- IR repeater in and loop out jacks on the back panel
- High quality, detachable, heavy-duty IEC AC cord
- 2 2m (6′) trigger cables included
frequency response
5Hz - 100kHz, +0/-3dB
distortion
THD+N: < 0,003% at 100Hz
THD+N: < 0,005% at 20kHz
IM: <0,003%
S/N ratio
> 116 dB, input shorted, IHF A-weighted
> 104 dB, input shorted, unweighted
crosstalk
> 100dB at 10kHz
> 90dB at 20kHz
reinforcement
14dB, maximum
L, R gain control range
- 10dB
input impedance
Unbalanced: 30 kOhm
Balanced: 30k ohms per leg
output impedance
Unbalanced: < 60 ohms
Balanced: < 60 ohms per branch
input sensitivity
200mV for 1V output
Total Gain: 14dB
Max Output: 8V
XLR pin marking
1 = ground (shield)
2 = positive
3 = negative (return)
AC grid requirement
110-120V or 220-240V, 50-60Hzs
(Set AC voltage switch on the back)
25 watts in standby mode; 30 watts when switched on
Dimensions
Width: 17 1/4" (437mm)
Depth: 16" (406mm)
Height, with feet: 150 mm (5 7/8")
Height without feet: 133 mm (5 1/4")
Weight
Net: 11 kg (24 lbs.)
Shipping: 16,4 kg (36 lbs.)
Rack Mounting Accessories
HRA 3 (can be purchased separately)
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