Pass Labs XP-10 vs Parasound JC-2

Yes! Buy the XP 10. The JC-2 sounds very dry. I even with the J-2 fully broken in, the XP 10 just out of the box killed the JC-2. after 2 weeks times the difference was even bigger. The XP 10 just killed the JC-2.

I found an earlier thread comparing the JC2 to the XP-20, and they favored the JC-2. I think I like the attenuator on the XP-10 (more precise digital steps as opposed to a motorized pot on the JC-2), but the XP-10 may not have enough gain for my system as its only 7.5 dB. I need closer to 15 dB (5x).

I think you answered your own question you should buy JC-2

Dhl93449,

The gain of the XP10 is 10db.

Why not try them both out in your system? With Pass gear, you have the advantage of being able to try it out if you purchase from Mark at Reno Hi-Fi. So why not give it a try in your system? Mark's return policy is superb as is his service. A favorite retailer of mine for sure. I think Audio Advisor sells the JC-2, and they also have a nice return policy as well.