The Halo JC 3+ phono preamplifier, created by industry expert John Curl, has been newly improved and represents the pinnacle of phono preamp technology. It boasts outstanding performance and versatility, with a discrete Class A input stage, dual-mono design for improved channel separation, and balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs for various turntable setups. Its precision RIAA equalization accurately reproduces the sound of vinyl records for an authentic listening experience, and it supports both Moving Magnet and MC Moving Coil cartridges, making it the top choice for vinyl record enthusiasts. Experience the ultimate in phono preamplification technology with the Halo JC 3+. - Phono preamplifier- Discrete Class A input stage- Dual-mono design- Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs- Precision RIAA equalization- MM/MC cartridge compatibility Key Features: 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 Mono switch can improve sound of mono and older LPs   Specifications: 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) How the JC 3+ improves on the original JC 3: Variable MC load adjust independent for each channel from 50-550 ohms with dual gang potentiometers specially made for Parasound by Vishay. Curl-Thompson tweaked circuits to further reduce the JC 3 silent background noise. 24k gold plated copper traces on phono module boards for utmost conductivity and most transparency/detail in the music. 47% larger low ESR power supply filter caps greater reserve for head-snapping dynamics. Ability to turn off illumination of the front panel P logo. Now Available in Silver or Black.