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Sutherland Engineering PhD MM/MC Phono Preamplifier

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Original price $3,000.00 (62% Off Est. Retail)
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Original price $3,000.00 (62% Off Est. Retail)
Current price $1,149.00
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Sutherland Engineering PhD: MM/MC dual-mono, battery-powered operation with user-adjustable settings, 40dB to 60dB gain, and internal headers for 100, 200, 1k, or 47k ohm impedance. This acclaimed phono stage utilizes 16 D-cell batteries to isolate the signal from AC-mains noise and grounding issues. Housed in a massive, 38-pound chassis, the PhD creates an entirely isolated environment for your cartridge signal. By eliminating electrical interference, it provides a clean, focused foundation that allows the natural character of your vinyl to emerge with total clarity.

Critics highlight the PhD for its jet-black backgrounds and grain-free, liquid presentation. Long a fixture in Stereophile Class A recommendations, it is celebrated for delivering high-end resolution. While some find its signature slightly more relaxed than aggressive active-stage designs, the consensus is that it captures the recording with an effortless, organic flow. It remains a benchmark for those who prefer purity and musical cohesion over forced, over-articulated dynamics.

This unit is a definitive choice for the analog enthusiast prioritizing a silent noise floor and a deeply musical soundstage. Because it sidesteps power conditioning variables, it provides a consistent, high-fidelity experience that anchors even the most complex systems. Owning a PhD is a chance to acquire a piece of high-end history that holds its own against modern designs, offering a sophisticated and timeless approach to extracting every detail from your record collection.
Brand Sutherland Engineering
Type Phono Preamplifiers
MSRP $3,000.00
SKU # 96250
Cosmetic Rating

8 - Very good condition with minimal visible cosmetic wear including some very faint marks on the top of the chassis. Fortunately these blemishes are not readily visible, and do not detract from the overall wonderful appearance.

Functional Notes

Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found.

Age 15 years or older
Owners 1
Service History None

Amplifier, Manual, Sixteen D Batteries, Factory Packaging

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