I know the Parasound line is well regarded in many circles. The Halo A21 amp particularly so but how do they do with preamps? Anyone got thoughts on the Halo P3?

I don't like their early stuff (had their entry level DAC and CDP), but I've heard the more recent stuff is really good. But that's not from personal experience.

if i don't get that McIntosh (for 90 gajillion dollars), i'll probably get an A21. how about we make a pact, KenW: whoever gets the A21 first has to tell the other how it is

tkam has me curious about the ICE amps he owns, but the A21 does sound like a strong contender. Just need to decide about a preamp. I'm not too hung up on cosmetic matching, but if the P3 can hold its own, I wouldn't mind having a combo that looked sharp and match. You're much further along than I am. Actually, I'm very curous about the new Green Mtn speakers and plan on holding off on the speaker purchase until I get a look. The Eos sounds interesting and at $2800, it's in the general price range I'm considering. Since none of the vendors are willing to give me a deal I can't pass up on the discontinued Callisto line, I guess waiting is the best option so you'll probably be telling me how it sounds. I'm game for on the pact deal though. Just thinking about those Thiels makes me so envious. They really did sound wonderful. Hey, an addendum to the pact.......if you do decide to sell the Thiels, I get first shot at 'em when that day comes. Deal?

Btw, guess no one has any experience with the P3? Back to googling for info/reviews I guess. Ah well.....nothing else to do on a dreary rainy day.