I've got two Parasound Halo integrated units. One up, one downstairs.
They pair beautifully with my two sets of Dali speakers. Helikons, and Euphonia ms5's.
below is a link to a photo of the speakers. The Euphonia's can be tri-wired.
Good speakers for Parasound Halo JC1
I have all Parasound Halo electronics — JC1 amps, JC2 BP preamp, JC3 Phono amp, and CD1 CD player — and love them all. Wonderful detail but plenty of bottom end.
My speakers are Usher MD2 — nice sound, respectable speakers but I’m ready to take the plunge and move up.
I’m headed to AXPONA in a few weeks and want to audition potential replacement speakers. I’d be interested to hear what speakers you’ve heard that are awesome matches for the JC1s. My room is mid-size that will accommodate decent size but not huge boxes.
Thanks all.
Mikempls
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Thanks very much — everyone’s comments are very helpful. My preferences lean to a very detailed sound, with clear highs and deep lows and a large soundstage. I listen to literally all types of music including jazz, classical, male and female vocals, folk, rock n roll, international/new age, and yes, even, hard rock from time to time. With my desire for clarity, I’m especially intrigued with ribbon style tweeters. My Ushers have been very good speakers — I’m just wanting a more full and large sound. Years ago, I was enamored with Wilsons — especially the Sophia and then the Sabrina. But after listening to more options, my conclusion was that I could find great sound for less money. Here’s my list for the upcoming AXPONA show: PS Audio FR30 and FR20 Aspens Audio Vector (the R# and R6 Arrete look awesome but would likely have to settle for the QR7) Monitor Audio Platinum 200 3G (My last audition of these was very positive.) Revel F328Be (spend an afternoon with the dealer listening to these — very good) Canton - Reference line (if these are as good as they look, they appear to be a remarkable value. Anyone spent time with these.) Dali Epicon 6 or 8 Anyone who’s had experience with any of these? Would love to hear your thoughts. Thanks again. M |
Hi @mikempls I toured PS Audio and listened to the FR 30s in their listening room. They played clean even at high volume but the bass wasn’t there and the soundstage wasn’t as big as I would like. Maybe it was the room but I think you can do better at that price point. As per my earlier post give the Rockport room a listen. I think you will be glad you did. Ron |
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