Halo P 7

About the Halo P 7

The Parasound Halo P-7 is a versatile and audiophile-grade 7.1 channel analog preamplifier that supports both two-channel and 7.1-channel analog inputs and outputs. It is designed to deliver outstanding audio performance with a noise floor 10 dB below typical AV receivers, aided by high-quality components and heavy-duty construction. The P-7 features balanced XLR and RCA stereo inputs and outputs, a low-noise MM/MC phono input, and remote tone control. Users can customize input names, adjust left-right and front-rear balance, and perform gain matching across all 10 inputs, including a front panel MP3 input. It includes RS-232 control, discrete IR codes, IR repeater input/loop jacks, and three DC triggers for integration with home automation systems. The front panel is elegantly simple with two buttons and one high-quality volume knob noted for its smooth operation. The P-7 does not perform digital surround decoding; instead, it relies on source devices for decoding multichannel PCM or high-resolution bitstreams. It also offers analog bass management for stereo inputs and can be linked to Parasound's Zhd HDMI switcher. The unit is well-suited for integrating two-channel gear with home theater setups and is praised for its natural, rich sound and excellent soundstage.