Parasound has added a pair of two-channel and four-channel power amplifiers to its ZoneMaster line. Although intended primarily for the integration channel, the new ZoneMaster ZM 2 and ZM 4 can act as handy slimline power amplifiers for multi-channel home theater applications too. Each of the amps’ channels is rated at 150 watts into 4-ohm and 2-ohm loads for architectural speakers, and 120 watts for 8-ohm hi-fi models.
“These new amplifiers mate the best of Parasound design with the cool, efficient reliability and space savings of Class D,” said Parasound president, Richard Schram. “The Danish-made ICEpower modules are the best available, offering amazing sonic performance and reliability. When paired with our premium Class AB stereo input stage and Parasound’s custom designed heat sinking, a powerful, cool-running, and rack-space friendly amplifier results. The performance rivals...
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