Sidebar 1: Specifications
Description: Solid-state stereo preamplifier with remote control. Inputs: 4 single-ended (RCA), 1 balanced (XLR), 1 single-ended tape (RCA). Outputs: 2 single-ended line-level (RCA), 1 balanced line-level (XLR), 1 tape (RCA). Input impedance: 50k ohms (single-ended), 25k ohms (balanced). Output impedance: 600 ohms (single-ended, balanced). Input sensitivity: 100mV for 1V output. Maximum output (to clip): 10V. Bandwidth: 6Hz–300kHz. Frequency response at 1V output: 15Hz–30kHz, ±0.1dB. Stereo separation (weighted): >90dB. Distortion (1V output): 0.006% at 1kHz.
Dimensions: 16.9" (430mm) W by 3" (75mm) H by 13.8" (350mm) D. Shipping weight: 15.4 lb (7kg).
Finishes: Black, Silver; one of 16 custom colors, add $250.
Serial number of unit reviewed: MASTERCLASS-LA-4-0418.
Price: $3750. Approximate number of dealers: 12. Warranty (nontransferable): 5 years, workmanship; 2 years, non-Sugden parts; 1 year, labor, non-Sugden parts replacement.
Manufacturer: J E Sugden & Co. Ltd., Valley Works, Station Lane, Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire WF16 0NF, England, UK. Tel: +44 (0)1924-404088. Web: www.sugdenaudio.com. US distributor: Tone Imports. Web: www.toneimports.com.
Dimensions: 16.9" (430mm) W by 3" (75mm) H by 13.8" (350mm) D. Shipping weight: 15.4 lb (7kg).
Finishes: Black, Silver; one of 16 custom colors, add $250.
Serial number of unit reviewed: MASTERCLASS-LA-4-0418.
Price: $3750. Approximate number of dealers: 12. Warranty (nontransferable): 5 years, workmanship; 2 years, non-Sugden parts; 1 year, labor, non-Sugden parts replacement.
Manufacturer: J E Sugden & Co. Ltd., Valley Works, Station Lane, Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire WF16 0NF, England, UK. Tel: +44 (0)1924-404088. Web: www.sugdenaudio.com. US distributor: Tone Imports. Web: www.toneimports.com.
