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Description :
The Sugden CD-21 is a development of the earlier Audition series, the main areas of improvement being the implementation of a more sophisticated zero feedback class A output stage and a much modified digital output. The appearance of the player is a no frills, bordering on "no buttons at all" design. The Sugden CD-21 uses Philips' CDM12.1 short-loader mechanism, modified in house by Sugden, and an 18-bit, hybrid, bit stream/multi unit DAC which is claimed to serve up a wide dynamic range and high degree of linearity in the audio spectrum of the low and mid frequencies. The output feeds the Sugden DAC and analogue output board. These circuits are powered by no less than six regulated DC power supplies to minimize high frequency performance and protect the sanctity of the musical performance.

Because the analog conversion is done through a discrete component DC-coupled Class A output stage, the Sugden CD-21 has the ability to develop complete music spectrum, with natural dynamics and a clean sweet extended top end. The sound system is characterized by an extraordinary lightness of touch and a lovely delicate treble, which is almost entirely free from grain and fatiguing effects. It does not have the deepest or tautest bass, instead it has a warmth, natural flowing organic presentation. Complicated tunes are delivered without fluster or muddle, simple ones with pace and conviction. In its lucid, undemonstrative, and wonderfully easy-breathing delivery, the Sugden CD-21 sounds almost valve-like. It shares a good valve design's beguiling presentation of detail too; an outstanding amount of information is present in the signal but it is integrated and weighted very well. The music is allowed to communicate without tripping over the mechanics of reproduction. The result is a seductive warmth and weight that is impossible to resist.

Specifications :
Outputs...........................................1 x stereo analogue
            ...........................................1 x digital coaxial
CD Compartment.............................Accepts both 12cm and 8cm CD and CDR
Output.............................................1.95V
Frequency Response........................20Hz to 25kHz, +/- 1.5dB
Signal-to-Noise................................>95dB
Emphasis........................................15/50us switched automatically
Dimensions(w x d x h)......................43 x 32 x 8 cm
Weight............................................4kg

Miscellaneous :
Matching.........................................Sugden A21aL Integrated Amplifier
Remote...........................................Yes
Made In...........................................UK, England
Condition.........................................8/10

Product Information :
http://www.sugdenaudio.com/ (Manufacturer's Website)

Reviews :
http://lampizator.eu/lampizator/references/Sugden/Sugden.html
http://www.jefferson-hifi-video.com/doc-annexes/sugden/HIFI_CHOICE_DEC00_SUGDEN_A21aI+CD21.pdf