Parasound P6 2 Channel Preamplifier

If you own or have ever considered adding a subwoofer to your stereo system, the Parasound P6 2.1-channel preamplifier/DAC takes you to the dance in memorable fashion. Equipped with forward-looking connectivity and an ESS SABRE32 Reference DAC, the 14-pound unit offers a plethora of set-up options as well as high-resolution ability. An asynchronous USB input that supports DSD256 and 32-bit/384kHz PCM, upgraded USB receiver for plug-and-play operation with Windows and Mac, and coaxial and optical inputs that accept up to 24-bit/192kHz practically put audiophile-quality digital at your fingertips. Home-theater bypass for surround-sound integration, analog bass management with high- and low-pass crossovers, and a front-panel subwoofer control further expand P6's versatility – and user-friendliness.

Like all Parasound Halo Series components, P6 prides itself on its engaging fidelity. A logarithmic, Burr-Brown analog resistor ladder volume control with ball-bearing support and meticulous circuitry help account for its remarkable detail retrieval, soundstage depth, wide dynamics, and channel separation. P6 also gets you into the vinyl game by way of a high-performance MM/MC phono input with 47- and 100-ohm load. And because you might want to listen in private, a dedicated high-current headphone amplifier is ready to drive your 'phones.

Perhaps most importantly, P6 provides a level of custom control most preamplifiers cannot touch. A pair of balanced XLR inputs accompany five pairs of RCA line-level inputs, a pair of both XLR and RCA left/right preamplifier outputs, and one balanced XLR and two RCA subwoofer outputs accommodate most setups – and allow for future expansion. Bass and treble controls with relay bypass from the supplied backlit remote control or front panel let you dial-in the sound to your exact specifications, if you so desire. Programmable default turn-on volume setting and favorite volume memory are here, too. Ditto a dimmable front-panel volume display.

Housed in a sturdy chassis with sand-blasted metal end caps, P6 makes for an ideal companion with any Parasound power amplifier or with amps by other manufacturers. A five-year manufacturer warranty and our 100% Music Direct Satisfaction Guarantee give you the security you need to experience it risk-free in your own home.