Anyone hear both Parasound JC-2 and Pass XP10?

Thanks George. I'll be real interested in what you think of the Parasound.

Tony,

Have forgotten you, work has just been very busy and I haven't yet listened to the JC2.

It might not happen till July.

George

That's okay George. Happy to wait.

Hi George. Checking in to see if there's any news to report.

Tony,

I have to say that this is one good preamp! The reviews out there are pretty much spot on in terms of the JC 2's strengths:

- powerful bottom end
- black background
- great sound staging and imaging
- clear and detailed mid-range
- well balanced

Compared to my Plinius M8, the JC 2 was much stronger in the bass and produced a more solid foundation that made me realize that I was missing something with the M8.

I found the mid-range on the M8 a tad sweeter and maybe a little more engaging than the JC 2. Overall, they were darn close in their level of performance and sound - not anywhere near the level of difference that there was in the bass.

The one area I felt that the M8 was better in was the highs. I felt that with the M8, the highs were a little more extended, with a little more "you are there".

I could easily live with either preamp, but I am leaning towards buying the JC 2 due to its superior bass.

If you the opportunity to hear or audition either preamp, I heartily recommend both.

George