Parasound Zdac now in stores

[Dusty Chalk]

Beautiful. Maybe get casters instead? Kidding.

[Torpedo]

It looks very nice Steve. I've missed some familiar object in the pics to get an idea of the actual size. It's probably smaller than it looks in the pics, isn't it?

[swt61]

That handle on top is a standard kitchen cabinet drawer pull. The rack is about 11.5" wide, about 13" tall and just over 10" deep.

[Torpedo]

Cool, right about the size of those "midi" systems which were popular in the 90s. But way beyond them in performance and good looks

[blessingx]

If it helps Torp, here's a single Z component next to a full rack Parasound transport (wood also by The Master). They're nice little (heavy) things.

[jvlgato]

Just magnificent!

[Hopstretch]

Off Z hook!

[swt61]

If it helps Torp, here's a single Z component next to a full rack Parasound transport (wood also by The Master). They're nice little (heavy) things.

I love how heavy that transport is!

Edited November 18, 2012 by swt61

[Torpedo]

If it helps Torp, here's a single Z component next to a full rack Parasound transport (wood also by The Master). They're nice little (heavy) things.

Thanks. Very nice transport too. The z components have a very interesting size for desktop use.

[robm321]

That is a badass rack, very nice!

[naamanf]

CraZy nice Steve! Curious to hear how it stacks up to the Buffalo.

[luvdunhill]

just catching up, cool stuff steve. Glad you could find all your tools to get the project done, though you know I would have let you come up and use mine :)

[Mr.Sneis]

Components matching ftw! My hodge podge of divergent manufacturers' gear is an eyesore in comparison.

[swt61]

All done. You can see that the back is pretty tidy w/short interconnects.

CraZy nice Steve! Curious to hear how it stacks up to the Buffalo.

They are fairly different in presentation. The Buffalo I'd call more technically accurate, while the Parasound is more colored. It's a fun coloration though, and for sub $500.00, a pretty darned nice DAC IMO.

I tend to like the Parasound more with the Beta22, and the Buffalo more with the F5. The Zdac makes the Beta a bit more musical, but the F5 already is, so the more neutral Buffalo serves it well.

The Parasound stack does a damned nice job driving the K1000 in it's own right, but both the Beta22 and the Pass F5 are a bit more discerning. A very cool office rig however, IMO.

[blessingx]

Man, even better looking now.

[The Monkey]

Praise Jesus.

[Dusty Chalk]

Nice! Looks superb!

However ... that handle. You really think a kitchen cabinet handle can handle (ahem) that weight?

[cutestory]

Praise Jesus.

Amen.

[HeadphoneAddict]

Do you have some analog cables with the channels flipped?

[swt61]

Nice! Looks superb!

However ... that handle. You really think a kitchen cabinet handle can handle (ahem) that weight?

Sure it can. I used some fender washers on the underside.

Do you have some analog cables with the channels flipped?

Yep, good catch! Actually had the right channels on the reverse inputs. The power amps are correct however. That's the way they connect in mono.

Edited November 27, 2012 by swt61

[IceClass]

Damn that Parasound is super nice. I've long had a thing for good mini-systems. This is the first rig I've seen which makes me consider ditching my old Toshiba system 15 stack.

I now hate you.

Lots.

[swt61]

I 

 

I now hate you.

 

That usually doesn't happen until after I've had sex with someone.

 

 

I really like the portability! I can just unplug the power cables, grab the handle and carry to the motor home, a friends house (one I haven't had sex with), a meet, or wherever.

[robm321]

Gorgeous!

[swt61]

Thanks!

 

It doesn't get all that much use, as the M-22/Buffalo 32 is my main system, but it's very convenient at times.

[guzziguy]

I'm sure that Cher has never sounded better.

Edited May 9, 2013 by guzziguy