Parasound - John Curl HALO Series JC1+ - Monoblock Power Amplifier (Each)

JC1+ by John Curl and Parasound

The Halo JC 1+ is an uncompromising mono power amplifier that sets new standards in power and fidelity. With 450 watts at 8 Ω and 850 watts at 4 Ω, it delivers exceptional audio performance. The balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs ensure compatibility with various audio sources. Its dual-mono design with two transformers provides exceptional channel separation and sonic accuracy. The direct-coupled design, without capacitors in the signal path, preserves signal integrity and enhances transparency. Experience unparalleled power and fidelity with the Halo JC 1+ mono power amplifier.

Features

• Premier monaural amplifier
• Circuitry designed by legendary John Curl and CTC Builder
• Ultra-high bias Class A/AB operation
• Exclusive two position bias level adjustment
• Balanced inputs with discrete circuits and XLR connectors
• Vampire Direct gold-plated OFC RCA input
• Dual heavy-duty 24k gold-plated 5-way speaker binding posts
• Direct Coupled - no capacitors or inductors in signal path
• Complementary MOSFET driver stage and JFET input stage
• 18 beta-matched 15 amp, 60 MHz bipolar output transistors
• 1.9 kVA encapsulated toroid power transformer
• Independent power supplies for input, driver and output stages
• 18,000 μF filters for driver stage
• 132,000 µF Nichicon Gold Tune filters for output stage
• DC Servo and relay protection circuits
• REL and Nichicon Muse capacitors
• Harris hyper-fast soft recovery diodes for all bridge rectifiers
• Auto turn-on by 12v trigger or audio signal trigger
• Ground lift switch , adjustable turn-on delay
• 4u Chassis with rear carry handles, rack mounting kit included
• Premium detachable AWG 12 power cord with silver solder
• THX Ultra2 certified

Specifications

• Continuous power output, 20Hz - 20 kHz: 400 watts RMS x 1, 8 Ω; 800 watts RMS x 1, 4 Ω; 1200 watts RMS x 1, 2 Ω
• Class A power output, 20Hz - 20 kHz: 25 watts, bias set to high; 10 watts, bias set to low
• Current capacity: 135 amperes peak
• Power bandwidth: Hz - 120 kHz, +0/-3 dB at 1 watt
• Total harmonic distortion:< 0.15 % at full power
• IM distortion: balanced 16 V rms: < 0.03%
• S/N ratio: >120 db, IHF A-weighted, bias set to high; >122 dB, IHF A-weighted, bias set to low
• Slew rate:> 130 V/µsecond
• Dynamic headroom: > 1.8 dB
• Input sensitivity:1 V for 28.28 V, THX Reference Level
• Input impedance:100 k Ω
• Damping factor: > 1200 at 20 Hz
• Power Requirement: 250 watts idle; 1280 watts full power into 4 Ω
• DC trigger output capacity:12 Vdc, 150 mA
• Dimensions:17-1/2" w x 7-5/8" h x 20" d, 7" h without feet
• Net weight: 64 lb.