About the Sugden A21 Class A Integrated Amplifier
This amp is sensational. I bought one with my Wife’s money and pretended it came with the new apartment. However, the doghouse was avoided as Sugden has produced a giant killer, too reasonably priced for such a consequence. This leads me to believe they may actually want their clientele to be happy. Damn them and their English manners.
T
his class A amplifier sets a high precedent for tonal quality. My system includes Audio Physic Classic 5 speakers, a Technics SL1200G turntable with a Van Den Hul “Frog” cartridge and Analysis Plus silver cabling. I was encouraged to bring my turntable to the showroom, where Ben set up numerous comparisons with other amps over a glass of wine and some Stevie Ray Vaughan and Art Blakey.
There was an instant punch reminiscent of Valve amps from the 60’s. The raw presence was really exciting, really engaging. The synergy of turntable-amp-speakers was spot on. The upper end had a beautiful shimmer, the mids had superb definition and the lows were strong and controlled. Along with an exceptional soundstage, I was taken with the Sugden immediately. For my large, open plan room it hits the sweet spot for tone, power and price.
T
he absence of eq controls is indicative of high end design, the internal eq beautifully set up. It does a great job across the many different genres I listen to.
I highly recommend the A21A, choosing it with confidence after an hour of A/B testing amps. Hifi Guru will take the time to make sure you are as happy as I am with your purchase. Get in for a listen!
Facilities:
Inputs – Five line level or four line level with optional MM/MC phono board.
Outputs – Pre-Amplifier Out (Variable), tape out (fixed) and one pair stereo multi-way binding posts.
Remote Control – Volume up/down.
Earth terminal.
Specifications:
Line Level Sensitivity – 170mV for maximum output.
Phono Input Sensitivity – 3mV/Moving Magnet, 0.2V/Moving Coil for maximum output.
Phono Loading – Moving Magnet 47K, Moving Coil 100 ohm.
Power Output – 23 watts per channel into 8 ohms both channels working.
Frequency Response – 10Hz to 20kHz +/- 0.5dB.
Bandwidth – 6Hz to 200kHz +/- 3db.
Signal to Noise – >83db.
Nett Weight – 11kg.
Dimensions – 92mm x 430mm x 350mm (HWD).
