The Parasound ZoneMaster 2 delivers 120 watts per channel, and it offers several configuration options for custom installation and multi-zone audio applications. It can drive multiple speakers or subwoofers with ease, thanks to a 2-ohm stable design. The amp can start automatically when your system is turned on via a 12-volt trigger, or when it senses an incoming signal.
Adjustable level controls
Each channel has a level control that's accessible using a screwdriver, via the back panel. That means you can establish maximum volumes for each zone, at safe levels. If you install local in-wall volume controls in each room, then anyone using the system can turn it up as much as they want without risk of damaging the audio equipment (or their ears).
Configuration flexibility
This amp features a handy stereo/mono switch. In stereo mode, it can drive A and B speaker pairs, such as in your main room or in a second zone. In mono mode, it can drive four speakers at the same time in a large room or outdoor space, all playing the same mono signal. And there's a stereo RCA loop output that lets you daisy chain additional amplifiers.
The amp has two mono RCA outputs, one full-range, and another with an 80 Hz low-pass filter for connecting to a powered subwoofer. If you're using the ZoneMaster 2 to power passive subwoofers, there's an 80 Hz crossover switch that affects only the speaker outputs.
Product highlights
120 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.05% THD with 2 channels driven
150 watts per channel into 4 ohms or 2 ohms
2-ohm stable design enables it to drive multiple speakers
frequency response: 20-20,000 Hz (+0/-0.25dB)
signal-to-noise ratio: 112 dB
right and left level knobs
unbalanced stereo RCA input
four-pin Phoenix-style Euroblock speaker-level input for integrating with audio systems that don't have a line-level output
stereo RCA loop output lets you daisy-chain additional amplifiers
dual mono RCA outputs
one full range mono output for subwoofer or mono listening area
one subwoofer only mono output (low pass filter <80 Hz)
2 four-pin Euroblock speaker connectors
mono/stereo mode switch
switchable 80 Hz low pass filter for use with passive subwoofers (does not affect RCA output)
three-position turn-on switch: manual, signal sensing, or 12-volt trigger
