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Best Amp for Parasound JC2

Hi,

In my other thread I asked about the JC2 vs Aesthetix Calypso vs Ayre K-5xe. I intend to get the Vandersteen 2CE Signature II or the Harbeth 7 SE. I also auditioned the Totem Mani 2 Sig. which has a remarkable bass.

Now that I've settled on the Parasound JC2, I'm seeking the best used amp ($2-3K)range to match the JC2. Parasound JC1 monoblock is an obvious option but they're on the expensive side and too big in size (one for each channel) and I don't need that much power to drive the speakers.

How about the Ayre V-5xe stereo amp? It has the same inupt impedence (100 Kohm) as the JC1.

Anyone used the Pass Lab X or XA 30.5 with JC2? The input impedence is not matched on paper. Any other recommendations? Tube amp?

Thanks.
r0817

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r0817 OP
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Thanks for the suggestions.

Is the Halo A21 designed by John Curl? I wonder if the A21 has similar performance/sound to the JC1 but in a small scale/package.

Anyone has experience with both used with Parasound JC2 pre-amp?

Thank you.
r0817 OP
55 posts
 
Jdub39,

Thanks much for the info. It's good to know the A21 is designed by John Curl, hopefully pursuing the level of refinement with a lesser power.

What's the pricing point for NEW and Used A21? Does it come up on Audiogon often?

Thanks again.
r0817 OP
55 posts
 
Anyone used the Parasound JC2 with Ayre V-5xe stereo amp? The V-5xe has the same input impedance of 100K ohm as the Parasound JC1.
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