Why did Parasound discontinue the Halo JC-1 monoblock amplifiers?


Why did Parasound discontinue the Halo JC-1 monoblocks?

I am relatively new to this era of audio, but I find myself drawn to monoblock amps.  From what I read, I should experience the Parasound Halo JC-1 monoblocks.  You know, the amplifiers that remained on Stereophile's A list for 18 or 19 years?  I see them come up for sale at a relatively reasonable price, in the $4K - $5K range.  I am debating about trying them versus purchasing the Moon by SimAudio 400M monoblocks new.  Currently, I'm streaming Tidal and Qobuz using the SimAudio 390D streamer/DAC/pre into Kinki Studios EX B7 monoblocks, with GoldenEar Triton One loudspeakers.  End game will be Wilson Audio Yvette unless something else comes along before I can bring myself to spend this much on a pair of speakers.  Thanks for your responses.
kcpellethead

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Lots of interesting reading about Parasound's choice of parts as opposed to John Curl's specified parts in his designs. Either way,  very very few amps have a 15+ year market run....
They made them for 15+ years. Long run for a product. If you buy a used pair check on their age 
it seems form factor was not the issue, rather it was time to update/upgrade the design...