anyone here tried Parasound "New" JC-5 amp

Hi @antman Sounds like from your last post, you had replaced the Anthem STR amp with JC-5.   Will you be able to share your insights a little more about these 2 amps?  I'm currently thinking about getting a new stereo amp and JC-5 and Anthem STR are the 2 amps I have in mind.    

I'm currently running Parasound JC-2 preamp with Halo A31 power amp, and considering upgrading my stereo sound for music. 

Thanks.

Great @ja_kub_sz , would definitely like to hear your thoughts on the JC-5.  I did end up getting the JC-5, and had been mostly happy with it.  I wish it has a little more bass, but I really like the musically and smoothness of the amp.   

Recently, I upgraded my cable from my source to my preamp (JC-2) and also from JC2 to JC5, and I'm getting a nice boost in the bass department.   I'm now hearing some low and punchy bass that I haven't heard before.  I'm very happy with my latest upgrade.

@ja_kub_sz I do run a sub, but I try to keep the crossover and gain at lower settings to keep it from sounding too boomy.   With my latest cable upgrade,  I'm hearing more bass without touching the setting on my sub.

Hey @ja_kub_sz I'm glad you're liking your JC5.  It really is a sweet sounding amp.

I couldn't agree more that this is a funny hobby.  No two systems sound alike, and every component / link / placement / treatment in your system contributes to the overall sound.   Just like Forrest Gump would say: "Life is like a box of chocolate...".

Good luck with it!  Would love to hear more from you after the burn in if you have some spare time.