Some key highlights of the Sutherland C-2000:
* Design and Build Quality
* Dual-mono design with separate power supplies for each channel
* Meticulous circuit board layout and premium components like Vishay resistors and Wima polypropylene capacitors
* Discrete transistor gain stages instead of op-amps for superior sound quality
* Comprehensive power supply design with active constant-current regulation and passive filtering for ultra-low noise
Sound Quality:
* Praised for its peerless clarity, portrayal of fine details, precision, and eerie smoothness
* Exhibited a sense of "lightness" and delicacy compared to other high-end amplifiers
* Extremely transparent and dynamic, revealing the limitations of source components and speakers
* Took an extended burn-in period to fully appreciate its capabilities
