{"title":"John Curl","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"jc5","title":"JC5 Stereo Power Amp","description":"\u003carticle data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-40\" data-turn-id=\"request-68b09212-0168-832f-b822-bd99cdaa4e52-21\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-pro\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"dbdf2062-f923-4123-ac91-7f0d9ca90b7f\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"streaming-animation markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"24\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"24\" data-start=\"0\"\u003ePower That Moves You\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"248\" data-start=\"26\"\u003eDrop the \u003cstrong data-end=\"42\" data-start=\"35\"\u003eJC5\u003c\/strong\u003e into your system and the room changes. Bass hits deeper without bloat, vocals float free of the speakers, and big crescendos stay calm and composed—power with finesse that makes everything feel more alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"593\" data-start=\"250\"\u003eDesigned by \u003cstrong data-end=\"275\" data-start=\"262\"\u003eJohn Curl\u003c\/strong\u003e, the JC5 focuses on what matters: \u003cstrong data-end=\"334\" data-start=\"310\"\u003ehigh‑bias Class A\/AB\u003c\/strong\u003e with the \u003cstrong data-end=\"374\" data-start=\"344\"\u003efirst 12 W in pure Class A\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"417\" data-start=\"376\"\u003e400 W x2 into 8 Ω (600 W x2 into 4 Ω)\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong data-end=\"469\" data-start=\"421\"\u003e1.7 kVA toroidal transformer with 132,000 µF\u003c\/strong\u003e of storage, and \u003cstrong data-end=\"507\" data-start=\"486\"\u003e90 A peak current\u003c\/strong\u003e with safe handling of \u003cstrong data-end=\"554\" data-start=\"530\"\u003e1.5‑Ω impedance dips.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"621\" data-start=\"595\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"619\" data-start=\"595\"\u003ePraised by reviewers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"751\" data-start=\"624\"\u003e“\u003cstrong data-end=\"687\" data-start=\"625\"\u003eBy any measure, the Halo JC 5 is a superb power amplifier.\u003c\/strong\u003e” — \u003cem data-end=\"710\" data-start=\"691\"\u003eSoundStage! Hi‑Fi\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"886\" data-start=\"754\"\u003e“A \u003cstrong data-end=\"788\" data-start=\"757\"\u003ewell‑mannered big amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e… capable of handling dips down to 1.5 Ω.” — \u003cem data-end=\"845\" data-start=\"833\"\u003eHi‑Fi News\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1051\" data-start=\"889\"\u003e“A \u003cstrong data-end=\"936\" data-start=\"892\"\u003estunning performer with great musicality\u003c\/strong\u003e and none of the sterility of more analytical amps.” — \u003cem data-end=\"1012\" data-start=\"991\"\u003eHome Theater Review\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1092\" data-start=\"1053\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1090\" data-start=\"1053\"\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Recognition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1172\" data-start=\"1095\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1132\" data-start=\"1095\"\u003eHi‑Fi News — Outstanding Product. 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(2019)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1337\" data-start=\"1260\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1299\" data-start=\"1260\"\u003eHome Theater Review — Best of 2018.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by Parasound's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parasound.com\/pages\/support\"\u003e5-Year Parts \u0026amp; Labor Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parasound","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49168312435007,"sku":"AJC5B","price":7000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0763\/0864\/4159\/files\/jc5_front_black.jpg?v=1756329113"},{"product_id":"jc1","title":"JC1+ (Single Monoblock)","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"95\" data-start=\"44\"\u003eJC1+ — Extreme Power, Extraordinary Finesse\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"135\" data-start=\"98\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"27\" data-start=\"4\"\u003eParasound JC1+\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers monoblock performance on a majestic scale—\u003cstrong data-end=\"97\" data-start=\"79\"\u003e450 W into 8 Ω\u003c\/strong\u003e, over \u003cstrong data-end=\"124\" data-start=\"104\"\u003e1,300 W into 2 Ω\u003c\/strong\u003e, and up to \u003cstrong data-end=\"160\" data-start=\"136\"\u003e25 W in pure Class A\u003c\/strong\u003e. Whether it’s the intimate tones of solo piano or the thunder of orchestral crescendos, the JC1+ delivers every detail with uncanny control, space, and realism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"213\" data-start=\"137\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eBuilt on \u003cstrong data-end=\"49\" data-start=\"9\"\u003eJohn Curl’s decades-long halo legacy\u003c\/strong\u003e, this amp raises the bar with rugged R-core power supply design, system tuning switches, and precision-grade audio components. Its transparent performance and refined execution make it ideal for high-resolution systems, audiophile-level home theaters, and demanding speaker pairings alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"254\" data-start=\"215\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003ePraised by listeners and reviewers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"296\" data-start=\"257\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"63\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e“It sounds like it’s not even trying—just clean, open power.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"338\" data-start=\"299\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"83\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e“The JC1+ brought out new life in my speakers—I didn’t know they had it in them.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"417\" data-start=\"341\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"76\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e“Holographic sound. The amp disappears and the music just fills the room.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1312\" data-start=\"1275\"\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Recognition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"571\" data-start=\"491\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"15\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eStereophile\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem data-end=\"41\" data-start=\"18\"\u003eRecommended Component\u003c\/em\u003e (2024)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"654\" data-start=\"574\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"43\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eSecrets of Home Theater \u0026amp; High Fidelity\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem data-end=\"78\" data-start=\"46\"\u003eBest Monoblock Power Amplifier\u003c\/em\u003e (2020)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"737\" data-start=\"657\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"13\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eTONEaudio\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem data-end=\"41\" data-start=\"16\"\u003eExceptional Value Award\u003c\/em\u003e (2020)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by Parasound's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parasound.com\/pages\/support\"\u003e5-Year Parts \u0026amp; Labor Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parasound","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":53025824964927,"sku":"AJC1PB","price":8500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver","offer_id":53025824997695,"sku":"AJC1PS","price":8500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0763\/0864\/4159\/products\/jc1__black_front.jpg?v=1756329104"},{"product_id":"jc3","title":"JC3+ Phono Amp","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRediscover Vinyl with Precision and Clarity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Parasound JC3+ extracts every drop of warmth, detail, and emotion from your records—so your favorite albums sound alive and full of feeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned by legendary audio engineer \u003cstrong\u003eJohn Curl\u003c\/strong\u003e, it features a \u003cstrong\u003edual-mono, all-analog architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e for ultra-low noise and stunning musicality. With support for \u003cstrong\u003eboth MM and MC cartridges\u003c\/strong\u003e (adjustable loading), and \u003cstrong\u003ebalanced XLR plus gold-plated RCA outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e, the JC 3+ integrates seamlessly into high-end analog systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePraised by audiophiles and reviewers alike:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Neutral and transparent—just pure music.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Quiet enough to disappear; all I hear is the record.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinner of \u003cstrong\u003eThe Absolute Sound’s Golden Ear Award (2025)\u003c\/strong\u003e plus:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStereophile\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended Components (2024 \u0026amp; 2025)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAVTech Media Awards\u003c\/strong\u003e “Best Phono Stage” (2015\/16)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStereoTimes\u003c\/strong\u003e “Most Wanted Components” (2015)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecrets of Home Theater \u0026amp; High Fidelity\u003c\/strong\u003e “Best of 2015”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by Parasound's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parasound.com\/pages\/support\"\u003e5-Year Parts \u0026amp; Labor Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parasound","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49368438407487,"sku":"AJC3PB","price":3350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0763\/0864\/4159\/files\/jc3__black_front_editors_choice_2026.jpg?v=1759860540"},{"product_id":"jcm250","title":"JCM250 (Single Monoblock)","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1c1c1c;\"\u003eCompact Power with Deep Musicality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe JCM250 is a high-performance monoblock amplifier designed for listeners who want serious power without excessive size. Whether you’re driving demanding full-range speakers or crafting a powerful home theater front-end, it delivers authority and finesse—even when the music gets intense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003eDesigned by \u003cstrong data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"373\"\u003eJohn Curl\u003c\/strong\u003e, the JCM250 runs \u003cstrong data-start=\"391\" data-end=\"415\"\u003ehigh-bias Class A\/AB\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"479\"\u003eup to 8 W in pure Class A (High Bias; 4 W in Low Bias)\u003c\/strong\u003e and delivers \u003cstrong data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"547\"\u003e250 W into 8 Ω, 450 W into 4 Ω, and 800 W into 2 Ω\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"575\"\u003e100 A peak current\u003c\/strong\u003e. The circuit is \u003cstrong data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"644\"\u003edirect-coupled (no capacitors in the audio path)\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eJFET input stage and MOSFET driver stage\u003c\/strong\u003e, plus \u003cstrong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eXLR\/RCA inputs and loop-outs\u003c\/strong\u003e for effortless bi-amping. Integration is simple with \u003cstrong data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"819\"\u003e29 dB \/ 23 dB gain options\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"860\"\u003e12 V trigger or audio-sense auto-on\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"882\"\u003e2U chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e that’s easy to rack. Parasound also equips the input stage with \u003cstrong data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"969\"\u003eBybee Music Rails™\u003c\/strong\u003e high-frequency filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Absolute Sound Editors’ Choice 2026 Winner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theabsolutesound.com\/articles\/editors-choice-best-power-amplifiers-6000-10000\/?utm_source=parasound\u0026amp;utm_medium=partner_site\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block; padding:10px 16px; border:2px solid #1c1c1c; background:#ffffff; color:#1c1c1c; text-decoration:none; font-weight:600;\"\u003e\n    Read the Editors’ Choice Review\n  \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003eWhat reviewers say\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1316\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“…excellent in pitch and rich in harmonics.” — \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e (Robert Taylor, Mar 14, 2024).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Tight, controlled bass with pitch definition. 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It combines refined high-end performance with robust musicality—designed for listeners who demand clarity, warmth, and disciplined power in one elegant package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"949\" data-start=\"331\"\u003eeach monoblock runs \u003cstrong data-end=\"451\" data-start=\"417\"\u003epure Class‑A to 100 W into 8 Ω\u003c\/strong\u003e (with \u003cstrong data-end=\"476\" data-start=\"458\"\u003e200 W into 4 Ω\u003c\/strong\u003e on tap), and offers both \u003cstrong data-end=\"533\" data-start=\"502\"\u003ebalanced XLR and RCA inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e. You also get a \u003cstrong data-end=\"614\" data-start=\"597\"\u003e29 dB \/ 23 dB\u003c\/strong\u003e gain switch, heavy binding posts, and \u003cstrong data-end=\"672\" data-start=\"653\"\u003eNormal\/Low bias\u003c\/strong\u003e options (Normal = full 100 W Class‑A). Only \u003cstrong data-end=\"730\" data-start=\"717\"\u003e100 pairs\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong data-end=\"765\" data-start=\"735\"\u003ehand‑assembled in the U.S.\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a portion of proceeds supporting \u003cstrong data-end=\"818\" data-start=\"805\"\u003eJohn Curl\u003c\/strong\u003e and scholarship seedings for future repair techs. In short: serious artistry, serious power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"977\" data-start=\"951\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"975\" data-start=\"951\"\u003ePraised by reviewers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1127\" data-start=\"980\"\u003e“\u003cstrong data-end=\"1069\" data-start=\"981\"\u003eThe best‑sounding Parasound amplifier I have heard\u003c\/strong\u003e” — \u003cem data-end=\"1086\" data-start=\"1073\"\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1273\" data-start=\"1130\"\u003e“\u003cstrong data-end=\"1190\" data-start=\"1131\"\u003eAllowed me to forget the system and focus on the music.\u003c\/strong\u003e” — \u003cem data-end=\"1207\" data-start=\"1194\"\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e (Editors’ Choice write‑up).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1314\" data-start=\"1275\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1312\" data-start=\"1275\"\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Recognition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1398\" data-start=\"1317\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1358\" data-start=\"1317\"\u003eStereophile — Editors’ Choice (2024).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1647\" data-start=\"1535\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1609\" data-start=\"1535\"\u003eStereophile — Recommended Components (2025 Edition, Power Amplifiers).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by Parasound's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parasound.com\/pages\/support\"\u003e5-Year Parts \u0026amp; Labor Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parasound","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48002669084991,"sku":"AJCA100","price":25000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0763\/0864\/4159\/files\/JCA100_Black_frontview.jpg?v=1756329115"}],"url":"https:\/\/parasound.com\/collections\/john-curl.oembed","provider":"Parasound","version":"1.0","type":"link"}