Parasound Halo P3

The Halo P 3 Preamplifier continues our tradition of incredible sound and tremendous value while adding stunning industrial design. With features like direct balanced XLR inputs and outputs, a unique switchable phono/line input stage, and a remote control that also operates the T 3 Tuner, the P 3 will provide you with hours of musical enjoyment. The beautiful looks and amazing sound quality of this two-channel preamp make it suitable for both the first time high performance listener and the seasoned audiophile.

P 3 Features:      6 line inputs, one input switchable to MM phono    Relay switched direct inputs: balanced and unbalanced    External processor send and receive loop    Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA outputs    Vacuum fluorescent status display    Defeatable bass and treble controls    Enormous encapsulated toroid power transformer    Dual layer glass epoxy circuit boards    High resolution stereo headphone circuit    RS-232 control port and ground lift switch    External IR input and loop output jacks    Two 12v triggers; 1 input and 1 loop output    Gold-plated RCA jacks    Remote control also operates T 3 Tuner    Robust 2u Chassis, rack mounting adapter available    Parasound’s 10 years parts, 5 years labor warranty

P 3 Specs:      Frequency response: 5 Hz - 55 kHz, +0/-1 dB, full output    Total harmonic distortion: < 0.01% 1 kHz; < 0.03% 20 kHz    IM distortion: < 0.03%    Maximum output: > 8 V before clipping    Input impedance: line input 30 kW; phono 47 kW    Output impedance: 60 W    Input sensitivity: line inputs 150 mV, +/- 5%; phono 2 mV    Max input level: 10.5 V before clipping    S/N ratio: line input > 92 dB, A-weighted, ref 1 V output line input > 84 dB, unweighted, ref 1 V output phono > 72 dB, ref .5 mV input    Crosstalk: > 55 dB, 20 kHz    Channel level matching: < 0.1 dB    Voltage: Switchable for 110V - 120V or 220V – 240V operation    Dimensions: 17-1/4" w x 4-1/8" h x 13-3/4" d, 3-5/8" h without feet    Net weight: 16 lbs.