{"product_id":"parasound-zc-zpre3-compact-stereo-preamplifier-ht-bypass-control4-sub-out","title":"Parasound ZC ZPre3 Compact Stereo Preamplifier, HT Bypass, Control4, Sub Out","description":"\u003c!-- ============================================================\n     PARASOUND ZC ZPRE3 — ProHiFi Shopify Product Listing\n     ============================================================\n\n     FIELD 1 — PRODUCT TITLE\n     Parasound ZC ZPre3 Compact Stereo Preamplifier, HT Bypass, Control4, Sub Out\n     (76 characters)\n\n     FIELD 2 — SEO PAGE TITLE\n     Parasound ZC ZPre3 Compact Stereo Preamplifier | Control4, Sub Out\n     (67 characters — trim if needed)\n\n     TRIMMED (64 chars):\n     Parasound ZC ZPre3 Compact Preamplifier | Control4, HT Bypass\n\n     FIELD 3 — SEO META DESCRIPTION\n     Shop Parasound ZC ZPre3 — half-width compact stereo preamp, 5 inputs, sub output, HT bypass, Control4 RS-232, 12V trigger. Authorised Parasound Dealer. Best Price in India.\n     (171 characters — trimmed below)\n\n     TRIMMED META (155 characters):\n     Shop Parasound ZC ZPre3 — compact half-width stereo preamp, 5 inputs, sub output, HT auto-bypass, Control4 RS-232. Authorised Parasound Dealer. Best Price in India.\n\n     FIELD 4 — URL HANDLE\n     parasound-zc-zpre3-compact-stereo-preamplifier-control4-ht-bypass\n     (65 characters)\n\n     PASTE DESCRIPTION HTML BELOW INTO SHOPIFY HTML EDITOR\n     ============================================================ --\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eParasound ZC ZPre3\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact half-width stereo preamplifier from Parasound's ZC Series, designed for smaller systems, multi-room zones, and control system installations. Five analogue inputs, variable and fixed stereo outputs, variable and fixed mono subwoofer outputs, a dedicated home theatre bypass that auto-selects when the unit is powered off, and 2-way RS-232 with Control4 driver support all fit into a 1U half-width chassis weighing just 1.8 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe home theatre bypass mode is particularly practical: it activates automatically when the ZPre3 is switched off, meaning a surround processor or AV receiver connected to the bypass input will always pass audio through to the amplifier without the listener needing to switch inputs manually. This makes integration into mixed two-channel and home cinema systems genuinely seamless. ProHiFi is an authorised Parasound dealer in India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA front-panel Aux input with automatic 12dB gain offset matches the output level of portable devices and streaming components to the levels of other line inputs. Per-input naming, a favourite volume memory button on the remote, bass and treble controls with balance, and a dimming LCD display round out the control options. The power supply accepts 100-250V AC automatically, confirming India 230V mains compatibility. Unique Radio Netherlands reviewed the ZPre3 and ZAmp V3 combination in December 2024, calling it a fine compact pre and power combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- KEY FEATURES --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0F527F;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 x analogue line inputs including front-panel Aux with 12dB auto-gain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable and fixed stereo RCA outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable and fixed mono subwoofer outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome theatre bypass; auto-activates when unit is powered off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-way RS-232 with exact volume feedback; Control4 driver available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12V trigger output; rear-panel IR input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePer-input naming; favourite and default volume memory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBass, treble, and balance via backlit remote\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLCD display with dimming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100-250V AC automatic; India 230V compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHalf-width 1U chassis; 220 x 51 x 254mm; 1.8kg; Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- WARRANTY --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0F527F;\"\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3-year manufacturer's warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ph-warranty-box\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- WHY CONSIDER --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0F527F;\"\u003eWhy Consider the Parasound ZC ZPre3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ZPre3 is the right choice for listeners who need a compact, fully specified preamplifier for a secondary zone, a small system, or a control system installation where half-width form factor is important. The automatic home theatre bypass eliminates a common integration headache, the 2-way RS-232 and Control4 driver make it genuinely automatable, and the variable subwoofer output simplifies 2.1 system wiring without requiring a separate bass management processor. Paired with the ZAmp V3 or any NC Series power amplifier, it forms a slim, capable system that owners consistently describe as punching well above its size and price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0F527F;\"\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecondary listening zones or multi-room installations where half-width form factor is needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl system installations requiring Control4 RS-232 and 12V trigger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.1 systems needing a subwoofer output alongside the main stereo output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSetups integrating with a surround processor using the auto-bypass input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact desk or shelf systems pairing with the Parasound ZAmp V3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose who want per-input naming, favourite volume, and full remote control in a small preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0F527F;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .ph-spec-wrap { width: 100%; 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