Parasound Inks Distribution Deal with AVAD
SAN FRANCISCO (6/2/08) – Parasound, one of the world's best regarded manufacturers of high performance audio/video components, has announced a nationwide distribution deal with A/V distribution giant AVAD. Under the new partnership, all AVAD branches in the US will carry Parasound's custom installation focused New Classic and Z Series components. Parasound had previously supplied components to eight of AVAD's US branches. "We are pleased to announce our new partnership with AVAD," comments Parasound president and founder Richard Schram. "The current environment for electronics sales is challenging, but Parasound and AVAD have both continued to perform well due to our mutual obsession with superior customer service, high quality products and innovative technology that provides the custom installer the tools needed to remain profitable and to grow his business. AVAD's strict prohibition, monitoring and enforcement of unauthorized internet sales mirrors our own, and provides much needed protection from unscrupulous sellers for both dealers and consumers." |
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Parasound has introduced the precision Model 2100 stereo preamplifier in its high-value NewClassic series of components for custom installation. In keeping with Parasound's 26-year reputation for delivering high quality and problem-solving gear at high-value prices, the Model 2100 also offers a unique solution that enables audiophiles to add high-quality stereo reproduction to their existing or planned home theater without compromising performance for either music or movies. |
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Parasound Debuts John Curl-designed Halo JC 2 Stereo Preamplifier Parasound, one of the world's most respected manufacturers of high performance audio/video components, is now shipping the JC 2 stereo preamplifier in its high-end Halo product family. The Parasound Halo JC 2 was designed and engineered by the legendary John Curl and CTC Builders team who have been responsible for some of the most highly regarded audio components of the past 25 years, including the acclaimed Parasound Halo JC 1 400-watt mono power amplifier. Full specifications, and additional photography available in the full-length Halo JC 2 press release Click here to download the JC 2 owner's manual Click here for a brief overview of the Halo JC 2 design is also available here
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| Tom DeFiglio to Parasound from Dolby Parasound, one of the world's premiere manufacturers of high quality electronics components for home theater and music, has appointed Tom DeFiglio, recently of Dolby Labs, to its Technical Services Group. "Tom brings an excellent combination
of knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm to Parasound's Technical Services
Group," said Richard Schram, Parasound's president and founder.
"His extensive experience with all aspects of modern audio processing
for home theater and music, as well as his background in engineering,
design and testing, will make him a valuable addition to our team." |
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Parasound Ships NewClassic D 200 DVD Player NewClassic D 200 universal disc player features 480p/720p/1080i HDMI output, Faroudja DCDi processing, DVD-A/SACD bass management, two-way RS-232 Parasound has introduced the D 200, the company's first DVD player. Part of the company's custom-installation focused NewClassic line of audio/video products, the D 200 features scalable HDMI output with HDCP, Faroudja DCDi processing for precision progressive scan, two-way RS-232 port, and is compatible with CD, DVD, and multichannel DVD-A and SACD. |
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Parasound has introduced its third generation half-rack width tuner. The Ztuner v.2 is a high-quality FM/AM tuner that improves on the popular Ztuner with upgraded performance and features to make life easier for the custom installation professional. These include software modules for both Crestron and AMX based control systems. Part of the problem-solving Parasound Zcustom matched mini-components, the Ztuner v.2 is just 1 rack space tall and 9-1/2 inches wide - half the width of a conventional audio component. |
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SAN FRANCISCO (4/12/06) – The Parasound NewClassic Model 5250 home theater power amplifier has been named "Best Amplifier Under $3,000" by Home Theater Magazine in their announcement of the 2006 RAVE Award winners. The Home Theater Magazine's RAVE awards are chosen by the magazine's editors and reviewers based on a product review during the past year. The awards will be presented by Maureen Jenson, Editor-in-chief, at the Home Entertainment Show, which opens June 1st in Los Angeles.
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Parasound has added a rack-mounted
cooling fan to its Zcustom family of custom installation problem-solving
components. The Parasound Zbreeze uses three whisper-quiet fans mounted
in a compact half-rack width Zcustom chassis. It is designed to provide
targeted ventilation to prevent localized hot-spots from building up
in racks and cabinets to supplement otherwise adequate overall ventilation. |
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| Parasound Adds Dedicated HDMI Switcher to its Zcustom Line Allows high definition video display owners to add five-source HDMI switching capabilities to audio/video processors from Parasound and others. |
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Parasound has introduced a five in/one out high-definition digital-video and -audio switching device that will add integrated HDMI source selection capabilities to the company's current audio-video processors, as well as many other processors and AV receivers using the included remote control. The Parasound Zcustom Zhd is used as a source selector for up to five HDMI video sources, connecting any of the inputs to an HDMI video projector or other display device. It is the latest of the company's many half-width rack-mountable custom installation problem solvers. |
| Parasound Names Precor as its Canadian Distributor SAN FRANCISCO (12/30/05) -- Parasound, a privately held US manufacturer of premium audio-video and architectural audio components, has named Precor Consumer Electronics, of Concord, Ontario as its exclusive Canadian distributor. In making the announcement here today, Parasound's International Sales Manager, Martin Harding praised Precor's excellent track record and complementary lines as factors in Parasound's decision. "Precor is clearly the right company for Parasound in Canada," said Harding. "They are smart, aggressive, provide excellent coverage of regional markets, and have a good mix of lines to complement Parasound." |
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Parasound Introduces the Zpre2, a Miniature A/V Preamplifier with Two-Way RS-232 Control |
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Parasound
has introduced the Zpre2, a high-quality two-channel audio/video preamplifier
with a wide array of connectivity and control features, including two-way
RS-232 control, making it ideal for custom installation and multizone
applications. Part of the problem-solving Parasound Zcustom series of
matched mini-components, the Zpre2 features a chassis that is just 1
rack space tall and 9-1/2 inches wide – half the width of a conventional
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Parasound Debuts its "NewClassic" Line of Custom Installer Focused Components Parasound has announced the introduction of five new power amplifiers and a 7.1 channel A/V surround controller as the first of the company's "NewClassic" line of products for professional custom audio-video system integrators and installers. The NewClassic line provides high-value, high-performance, and competitively priced products with installer-focused feature sets and attractive, no-nonsense design. Click any image below for individual press releases and high resolution image files |
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THX Ultra2 certification, 7.1-channel processing, video upconversion, and a bevy of integration and control features for custom installers |
Cool-running, rack mountable, 5 x 125 watts into 8 ohms, 5 x 185 into 4 ohms |
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Cool-running, rack mountable, 5 x 250 watts into 8 ohms, 5 x 385 into 4 ohms |
Cool-running, rack mountable, 2 x 250 watts into 8 ohms, 2 x 400 into 4 ohms, 2 x 350 into 2 ohms, and an amazing 700 watts bridged mono into 4 or 8 ohms |
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Cool-running, rack mountable, 2 x 125 watts into 8 ohms, 2 x 200 into 4 ohms, 2 x 125 into 2 ohms, and an amazing 400 watts bridged mono into 4 or 8 ohms |
Cool-running, rack mountable, 2 x 75 watts into 8 ohms, 2 x 125 into 4 ohms, 2 x 125 into 2 ohms, and an amazing 200 watts bridged mono into 4 or 8 ohms |
| Four New Models Added to Mini Parasound Z–series Components for Custom Installers Parasound has recently added four new components to the popular Parasound Z–series of compact “problem-solver” components for custom installation, commercial, or consumer audio systems. Each of the matched mini-components in the series features a chassis that is just 1 rack space tall and 9-1/2 inches wide - half the width of a conventional audio component. These replace earlier models, and include an audiophile grade stereo power amplifier, phono preamplifier, FM/AM tuner, and a loudspeaker speaker selector. Click any photo below for more detailed individual press releases |
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Parasound C 1002 In-Wall Subwoofer delivers great bass while occupying zero floor space. Parasound has introduced and begun delieries of its model C 1002 in-wall subwoofer that is designed for easy installation in standard sheet-rock 2x4 stud walls. It will replace the company’s popular PAL-1002. |
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A Two-Channel Speaker Breakthrough! Parasound has introduced the model C 70 two-channel ceiling speaker, responding to numerous requests from custom installers for a two-channel version of its popular C 65 6-1/2” coaxial ceiling speaker. Thanks to an innovative design, the C 70 overcomes inherent design flaws in conventional two-channel designs that lead to significant performance sacrifices. This gives custom installers a simple solution in zone installations where both left and right channels must be routed to only one speaker. |
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HaloControl© PC Software Speeds A/V Controller Configuration
for Custom Installers Use a lap-top computer to quickly set-up, adjust, and back-up the configuration settings for the company’s new Halo C 1 and C 2 AV Controllers. |
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Parasound
Ships Much-Anticipated Halo A/V Controllers
“The Halo C 1 & C 2 expand the boundaries of 7.1-channel technology for audio and video enthusiasts, while providing automated configuration and outstanding ease-of-use for custom installers,” said Richard Schram, President, Parasound Products. |
| Parasound Halo C 1 Raises Bar for High-End A/V Controllers
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| Parasound Halo C 2 A/V Controller Does Everything Parasound’s Halo C 2 audio/video controller uses the world’s most sophisticated DSP engine to deliver unprecedented levels of sonic performance and system control that are reflected in its THX Ultra2-certification, and delivered at a price well below that of comparable high-end controllers. |
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Halo Amps Glow at 250W for 2-, 5-, or 7-Channels
Matched Two- and Five-Channel Amplifiers can be combined for Big, Powerful Audio Systems |
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Parasound
Debuts 400-Watt Monoblock Amplifier San Francisco, 8/27/02 -- Parasound has introduced its highly-anticipated 400-watt JC 1 monoblock power amplifier as the flagship amplifier for its new Halo line of premium audio components. This extremely powerful and uncompromising amplifier was developed by Parasound in collaboration with legendary designer John Curl’s CTC Builders, and represents the culmination of 13 years of Curl's ongoing evolution of Parasound power amplifier topologies. |
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Halo JC1 Design Elements - Backgrounder on the development and construction of the JC1 Monoblock, including comments from John Curl, Bob Crump and Carl Thompson of CTC Builders. |
