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Parasound A52+ (2 of 2) Multichannel Amplifier Moving on all of my Parasound HALO home theater power amps. This is one of two A52+ five channel amps previously used in my home theater. Both present and perform as new. Includes original accessories. Double boxed so can be safely shipped anywhere in Australia. Please message me with your postcode for a quote. From the manufacturer - Power Output - All 5 Channels Driven 180 watts x 5, 8 Ω 255 watts x 5, 4 Ω Power Output - 2 Channels Driven 225 watts x 2, 8 Ω 350 watts x 2, 4 Ω Power measurements parameters with 120VAC
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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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