Rediscover Vinyl with Precision and Clarity The Parasound JC3+ extracts every drop of warmth, detail, and emotion from your records—so your favorite albums sound alive and full of feeling. Designed by legendary audio engineer John Curl, it features a dual-mono, all-analog architecture for ultra-low noise and stunning musicality. With support for both MM and MC cartridges (adjustable loading), and balanced XLR plus gold-plated RCA outputs, the JC 3+ integrates seamlessly into high-end analog systems. Praised by audiophiles and reviewers alike: “Neutral and transparent—just pure music.” “Quiet enough to disappear; all I hear is the record.” Winner of The Absolute Sound’s Golden Ear Award (2025) plus: Stereophile Recommended Components (2024 & 2025) AVTech Media Awards “Best Phono Stage” (2015/16) StereoTimes “Most Wanted Components” (2015) Secrets of Home Theater & High Fidelity “Best of 2015”
Designed by John Curl - creator of the legendary Vendetta Research phono preamp Inputs and outputs use Vampire brand 24k gold-plated RCA jacks Balanced outputs use Neutrik brand premium XLR jacks MM 47k ohm, MC 47k ohm or MC variable 50-550 Ohms RIAA accurate within 0.2 dB Exclusively Vishay-Dale resistors in the audio path Triple shielding; low-carbon mild steel partitions isolate the power supplies & AC wires Dual mono design; each audio channel is separately enclosed in its own extruded aluminum enclosure Separate high speed-soft recovery rectifiers, filter caps and voltage regulators for each channel Mono switch can improve sound of mono and older LPs Built-in AC line conditioner to prevent AC noise from polluting the circuits AC polarity reverse switch can reduce hum in many systems Non-magnetic aluminum rear panel for purest sound Turn On Options switch: manual or auto with 12v trigger input Premium detachable heavy gauge IEC AC cord 2u Chassis, rack mountable with HRA2 (sold separately)