Parasound Zamp v.3 Compact Stereo Power Amplifier

Sale price$349

Parasound Zamp v.3 Compact Stereo Power Amplifier

Parasound Zamp v.3 – High-Performance Compact Stereo Power Amplifier

Deliver audiophile-grade performance in a space-saving package with the Parasound Zamp v.3 stereo power amplifier. This fully discrete Class AB amplifier delivers clean, dynamic power—perfect for desktop HiFi, custom installations, and multi-zone audio systems. With a rugged build, toroidal power supply, and flexible integration options, the Zamp v.3 is a compact powerhouse designed for serious sound in small spaces.

Key Features

  • 45 watts per channel into 8 ohms; 60 watts per channel into 4 ohms
  • Bridgeable to 90 watts mono into 8 ohms
  • Fully discrete Class AB circuit design for high-fidelity sound
  • High-current toroidal power transformer
  • Automatic turn-on via audio sensing or 12V trigger input
  • RCA loop output for daisy-chaining additional amplifiers
  • Rear-panel level controls for precise speaker matching
  • Front-panel headphone jack with silent automatic speaker mute
  • Gold-plated RCA jacks and 5-way speaker binding posts
  • Built-in protection circuits and status LEDs
  • Ultra-compact chassis: 9.5" wide × 1.75" high × 10" deep

Premium Sound, Flexible Applications

The Zamp v.3 is widely praised for its transparent, dynamic, and natural sound—rare for an amp of this size and price. Whether used in a desktop system, home theater zone, or custom install, it delivers punchy, refined output that rivals larger, more expensive amplifiers.

Perfect for:

  • Stereo desktop systems
  • Bedroom or office audio setups
  • Custom multi-zone installations
  • Driving surround speakers or small subwoofers (in bridged mode)

Why Choose the Parasound Zamp v.3?

  • Compact, flexible, and installer-friendly
  • Professional-grade performance with audiophile finesse
  • Perfect for expanding zones without compromising sound
  • Reliable build quality with top-tier components
  • Excellent value and critical acclaim in its class

Specifications

Continuous Power Output 45 watts RMS x 2, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 8 Ω, both channels driven
60 watts RMS x 2, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 4 Ω, both channels driven
90 watts RMS x 1, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 8 Ω, minimum impedance
Current Capacity 12 amperes peak per channel
Frequency Response 5 Hz - 100 kHz, +0/-3 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion < 0.07% full power, < 0.02% typical levels
IM Distortion < 0.05%
Dynamic Headroom 1.5 dB
Inter-channel Crosstalk 80 dB at 1 kHz; 60 dB at 20 kHz
Input Impedance 33 kΩ
Input Sensitivity 600 mV; 1.5 V for full output
S/N Ratio 116 dB, input shorted, IHF A weighted
Dimensions (W x H x D) 8.5” x 1.75” x 10” (2” tall with feet)
Net Weight 7 lbs (3.2 kg)

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