Denon DCD-520 black

To reproduce sound with exceptional quality as faithfully as possible, the DCD-520AE is equipped with the best technologies that Denon develops year after year. The DCD-520AE is a masterpiece of hi-fi technology.

Denon engineers have carefully selected the components for the audio section and power unit. The digital circuits have been specially designed to offer maximum protection against unwanted radiation and to achieve low impedance.

Denon engineers have used rigorous listening tests to select the highest precision of the DCD-520AE: 32-bit/192 kHz D/A converter. The AL32 Advanced, and its 32-bit/192 kHz D/A converters ensure unprecedented sound purity and clarity, for your greatest pleasure.

Formats Read

• Hybrid-SACD (CD-Layer)
• CD-R/CD-RW Digital Audio

Measurements

• Number of channels: 2 stereo channels
• Frequency response: 2 Hz - 20 kHz
• Dynamic range: 98 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 105 dB
• Total harmonic distortion: 0.003% (at 1 kHz)
• Line output level: 0.2 - 2 V RMS (variable) (into 10 kOhms load)
• 24-Bit 192 kHz A/D Converter: (Burr Brown PCM1791)

Design

• DAC Master Clock design
• Original Denon playback mechanism, centrally located tray
• Carefully engineered construction to preserve audio signal purity
• Minimized signal path design
• Carefully selected components for high sound quality

Convenience Features

• High-precision A/D converter, operating at 32-bit/192 kHz
• Playback compatibility for MP3 and WMA files recorded on CD-R/RW media
• 2-line text fluorescent display

Connectivity

• 1x stereo analog output
• 1x S/PDIF optical digital audio output
• 1x trigger input/output

General

• Aluminum front panel
• Power supply: 230 Volts AC, 50 Hz
• Power consumption: 13 W
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 434 x 107 x 279 mm
• Weight: 4 kg