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Offered is „A 52+ - Inzahlungnahme“ by Parasound as second-hand device from the category „Surround-Poweramp (Trans/Digital)“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 2998146826 ends on 27.10.2026 at 06:23 o'clock.
Compared with a similarly capable multi-channel power amp at this level, €2,800 is fair to slightly rich, not a steal. Recent used asking prices cluster around roughly €2,100–€2,650 in Europe, with some higher dealer listings near €3,000; that puts this one a bit above the most common private-sale territory, though not wildly off if it’s genuinely clean and local pickup avoids shipping risk.
The appeal here is the Halo-era Parasound recipe: serious current delivery, a big, controlled sound, and enough headroom to anchor a high-end theater or handle demanding speakers without sounding strained. It’s the kind of amp buyers keep when they move up, so a tidy, well-kept example has real utility and resale stability. At this price, the key upside is condition: original packaging, remote/trigger accessories, and evidence of careful ownership would make it much easier to justify.
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Parasound, an enduring American hi-fi brand, traces its roots to 1981 when Richard Schram founded it in San Francisco, California. Drawing from his experience in consumer electronics retail and engineering trips to Asia, Schram aimed to bridge the gap between exorbitantly priced high-end gear and lackluster budget options. His vision crystallized through savvy U.S. design paired with cost-effective manufacturing in Taiwan, establishing Parasound as a beacon of accessible excellence from the outset.
The brand excels in amplifiers and preamplifiers, its core stronghold, with the acclaimed Halo series embodying decades of refinement. Iconic collaborations with legendary designer John Curl—starting in 1989—elevate power amps, phono stages like the JC3+, and processors to reference-level performance. While not venturing into speakers, turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables, Parasound's focused lineup delivers uncolored, dynamic sound through innovative circuits and robust builds.
Parasound occupies a prime mid-to-high-end niche, revered for punching far above its price weight with reliability that rivals pricier boutique rivals. Audiophiles and critics praise its value-driven sonic fidelity, build quality, and longevity, fostering fierce loyalty worldwide. Even under new ownership since 2022, it remains the discerning buyer's choice for high-performance audio without prestige-driven excess.
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