Denon

DENON 100TH ANNIVERSARY DL-A100 DL A100 DLA100 PHONO CARTRIDGE - LOW OUTPUT MOVING COIL

The Denon DL-A100 cartridge was developed by precisely reproducing the original engineering reference model of the high-performance Japanese standard cartridge DL-103 and elevating its performance, accuracy and musicality by using the latest tuning technologies. All of the coils are hand-wound, with more time taken for the Anniversary model.

In his Stereophile review of the Denon DL-A100 cartridge, Art Dudley found the DL-A100 to be naturally detailed without brightness and imbued with excellent musical flow. In comparison with the DL-103, his experience is that the DL-103 was tubbier in the bass region while the DL-A100 is cleaner down there; the Denon DL-A100 also offered better micro-detail dynamics and resolution. ¹

● Signatures of Excellence
The DL-A100 features the 100th anniversary special case, and comes with a 5-year warranty and a signed certificate of authenticity from the chief production engineer who had crafted the product. Also included is a beautiful Denon "brand book" that explores the history of one of the leading names in the audio-visual field.

Denon DL-A100 Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Cabinet: Clear type mold
- Type: Moving coil (MC)
- Output: 0.3mV
- Channel balance @ 1kHz: 1dB
- Channel separation @ 1kHz: 25dB
- Output impedance: 40 ohms ± 20%
- Suggested loading: 100 ohms min.
- Stylus: 0.2 mm square solid diamond
- Frequency response: 20Hz-45kHz
- Tracking force: 2.5g ± 0.3g
- Compliance: 5 x 10-6 cm/dyne
- Accessories included: Mount screws (Length: Approx 17 mm) - 2 pcs; Mount screws (Length: Approx 11 mm) - 2 pcs; Mount nuts - 2 pcs; Washer - 2 pcs; Stylus cover - 1 pc; Stylus cleaning brush - 1 pc; Stylus position adjustment gauge - 1 pc; Owner's manual - 1 pc; Data sheet - 1 pc; Denon Service Network list

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¹Art Dudley, "Listening: Denon's Direct Drive at 40," Stereophile, Vol.34 No.11 (December 2011): 41.

DENON AU-300LC AU 300LC AU300LC STEP UP TRANSFORMER FOR MOVING COIL CARTRIDGE

The Denon AU-300LC Step Up Transformer is designed to boost the very low output signal of a MC (moving coil) cartridge to a level that it can be then be properly equalized and amplified by the phono stage. To preserve the fidelity and clarity of the source signal, Denon uses LC-OFC (Linear Crustal Oxygen Free Copper) coil windings of only 0.4 meters.

The Denon AU-300LC Step Up Transformer produces wonderful transparent music with Denon low output MC cartridges and other high fidelity cartridges with output impedance within 3 ~ 40 ohms. Discover how good MC cartridges really sound!

Proven in use for many years in Japan, the Denon AU-300LC Step Up Transformer is now available in the U.S.

Denon AU-300LC Step Up Transformer Specifications
- Coil windings: LC-OFC (Linear Crystal Oxygen Free Copper) for natural and clear sound
- Perm alloy: Two separate double shielded for LR high S / N gain
- Recommended use: 3 ~ 40Ω cartridges
- Boost ratio: 1:10
- Primary & secondary impedance: 40Ω and 4Ω
- Frequency response: 20Hz-50kHz
- Dimensions (mm): W50 H37 D110
- Weight: 0.26 kg

DENON AU-S1 AU S1 AUS1 STEP UP TRANSFORMER FOR MOVING COIL CARTRIDGE

We apologize, but this item has been discontinued and we're not sure if and when we will receive more.

Considered one of the best step-up MC transformers in the world at any price, the Denon AU-S1 also continues to be affordable. Made from high rigidity, non-magnetic aluminum for isolation and non-resonance, the Left and Right channels are independent from the unit's hollow structure. Large-sized 78 perm-alloy cores are used for near zero magnetostriction and highest fidelity. The Denon AU-S1 is optimal for 3 - 40 ohms correspondence.

Denon AU-S1 MC Step-up Transformer Specifications
- Boosting ratio: 1:13
- Load impedance: 47k ohms
- Frequency range: 10Hz-80kHz
- Size: W150 x H70 x D175mm
- Weight: 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs.)

DENON DL-102 DL 102 DL102 PHONO CARTRIDGE
- Discontinued, no longer available.

Developed initially for broadcasting, the Denon DL-102 phono cartridge was designed to reproduce superior sound from monaural recorded records. The high output mono signal is designed to work with a standard moving magnet input.

A true mono phono design, the Denon DL-102 cartridge is capable of outstanding musicality when replaying monaural records. There are also those who believe that the DL-102 plays stereo records magnificently well.

Denon DL-102 Mono Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Output voltage @ 1kHz, 5cm/sec: 3mV
- Frequency response: 50Hz-10kHz +/- 2dB
- Stylus tip radius: 17 micron, round
- Tracking force: 2-4 g
- Output impedance: 240 ohms
- Weight: 13 g

Reviews
http://www3.sympatico.ca/murraya/DenonMonoPage.htm

DENON DL-103 DL 103 DL103 PHONO CARTRIDGE

"For the first round-up, I was initially to have received the slightly upscale version of Denon's venerable DL-103 (the "R" version)—favored by none another than Dave Wilson, regardless of price, for its tonal accuracy and overall balance—but instead perhaps due to a communication mix-up, I ended up with the straight DL-103. Whichever model you consider, at $379 and $229 respectively, this true classic, which has been in production since I got into this hobby in the mid-70s, must be counted among audio's most remarkable values."
- Wayne Garcia, The Absolute Sound, October 2010, Issue 206, p36

The Denon DL-103 phono cartridge is the only moving coil cartridge that has withstood the test of time. Developed by Denon in collaboration with the Japan Broadcasting Corporation Technical Research Laboratories as a high-performance, high-reliability phono cartridge for broadcasting purposes, the Denon DL-103 has been in continuous production since 1963.

While other "wonder" cartridges have come and gone, the Denon DL-103 continues to thrive by offering musical rightness. There is no other cartridge that comes close to its legacy. The Denon DL-103 phono cartridge has been in use for a long time in public and commercial AM and FM broadcasting stations. It was used by EMI and Decca as their reference for evaluating LP sound quality. It's been evaluated, reviewed and praised by many publications and end-users. It's been around for over 40 years. Along the way, it has captured the hearts and minds of technical experts, audiophiles and music lovers. It's a testament that greatness endures. This is what comes with your ownership of a Denon DL-103. It is a phono cartridge that you will enjoy for a very long time.

Denon DL-103 Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Type: Moving coil
- Output voltage: 0.3mV
- Frequency response: 20Hz-45kHz
- Output impedance: 40 ohms
- Channel balance @ 1kHz: < 1db
- Channel separation @ 1kHz: 25dB
- Stylus tip: 0.2 mm special round solid diamond
- Compliance: 5 x 10-6 cm/dyne
- Recommended tracking force: 2.5 +/- 0.3g
- Color: Black
- Weight: 8.5 g
- Recommended load resistance: 100 ohms or more

Reviews
http://www.high-endaudio.com/RC-Denon.html

DENON DL-103R DL 103R DL103R PHONO CARTRIDGE

"For the first round-up, I was initially to have received the slightly upscale version of Denon's venerable DL-103 (the "R" version)—favored by none another than Dave Wilson, regardless of price, for its tonal accuracy and overall balance—but instead perhaps due to a communication mix-up, I ended up with the straight DL-103. Whichever model you consider, at $379 and $229 respectively, this true classic, which has been in production since I got into this hobby in the mid-70s, must be counted among audio's most remarkable values."- Wayne Garcia, The Absolute Sound, October 2010, Issue 206, p36

10 Audio gives the Denon DL-103R its Highest Award

The Denon DL-103R phono cartridge has always received many praises from reviewers and music listeners. Witness the the above award and many other user feedback available in many forums.

The Denon DL-103R phono cartridge is an updated version of the classic and venerable Denon DL-103. The Denon DL-103R extends the capabilities of its progenitor by using 99.9999% high purity (6N) copper coils wound with precision to the cantilever shaft. Music lovers will delight in the cohesive detail, air and crystal clarity offered by this outstanding phono cartridge.

Denon DL-103R Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Type: Moving coil
- Output voltage: 0.25mV
- Frequency response: 20Hz-45kHz
- Output impedance: 14 ohms
- Channel balance @ 1kHz: < 1db
- Channel separation @ 1kHz: 25dB
- Stylus tip: 0.02 mm special round solid diamond
- Compliance: 5 x 10-6 cm/dyne
- Recommended tracking force: 2.5 +/- 0.3g
- Color: Black
- Weight: 8.5 g
- Recommended load resistance: 100 ohms or more

Reviews
The Best Cartridge under $1,000 - 10 Audio
Denon Record Cartridge Rocks - Smarthouse
Denon Cartridge Museum

DENON DL-103SA DL 103SA DL103SA PHONO CARTRIDGE
- Discontinued. For replacements, refer to the Related Products below.

The Denon DL-103SA is a special edition of the highly regarded Denon DL-103R cartridge. Both share the same specification. The wiring is made of 6N OFC cable with metallic blue fiberglass composite housing. The limited edition Denon DL-103SA offers superior resolution and sound quality way above and beyond the DL-103R. The cartridge has a smoother and fuller sound with each instrument more clearly and precisely defined in dimensional space and time. The sound stage is closer for more listening intimacy. The bass goes lower and is dynamic, full and solid. Denon states it is a dream MC cartridge - probably their cryptic way of saying it is exceptionally different and extraordinarily way beyond very good.

The Denon DL-103SA is packaged in a luxury walnut wood case. Only 2,000 pieces of this model will be manufactured. A frequency response curve of the given unit is supplied.

Denon DL-103SA Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Type: Moving coil
- Output voltage @ 1kHz,50mm/s horizontal direction: 0.25mV
- Channel balance @ 1kHz: 1dB
- Channel separation @ 1kHz: 25db
- Electrical impedance: 14 ohms +/- 20%
- Compliance: 5 x 10-3 m/N
- Stylus: 0.2 mm square solid diamond
- Tracking force: 25 mN +/- 3 mN (2.5 g +/- 0.3 g)
- Frequency response: 20Hz-45kHz
- Weight: 9.7 g
- Load impedance: 100 ohms min.
- Accessories included: Mount screws (silver) - 2, mount nuts (silver/gold) - 2, stylus cleaning brush

Reviews
High Fidelity

DENON DL-110 DL 110 DL110 PHONO CARTRIDGE

The Denon DL-110 phono cartridge was designed to enable more people to enjoy the exquisite sound quality of moving coil (MC) phono cartridges. Developed using Denon's state of the art MC cartridge manufacturing know-how, the Denon DL-110 is a moving coil cartridge capable of producing a high output of 1.6mV which is equivalent to the output of moving magnet (MM) phono cartridges. The Denon DL-110 phono cartridge can thus be directly connected the MM phono input of your amplifier or receiver without the need for a step-up transformer, head amplifier or pre-preamp.

State-of-the-art technology has been employed in the minute sections of the Denon DL-110 phono cartridge such as the traditional cross-shape armature, dual-construction cantilever and the vibration-center one point support method using suspension wires. This enables balanced characteristics and excellent sound quality comparable to higher priced cartridges.

With the Denon DL-110 original vibrating section and its two-way damping method, sound quality fluctuations due to temperature differences are kept to a minimum. In addition, the overall weight has been reduced by simplifying the magnetic circuit thus improving the tracing ability of the stylus against record warps.

The Denon DL-110 phono cartridge uses a special elliptical stylus with a rectangular cross section of 0.1 x 0.2 mm. It reaches deep into the record groove to extract detail while bypassing groove wall beaten and shorn by age, misuse and misalignment. You'll probably be surprised by how quiet your LPs sound.

Proper setup is very important with the Denon DL-110 phono cartridge. Take the time to get it right and you'll be rewarded with its naturally sweet tonal balance, ambiance, quick transient response, and exquisite articulation. If you've been wondering why many have been captivated by moving coils, the Denon DL-110 will offer you many positive reasons why.

Denon DL-110 Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Type: Moving coil
- Output voltage: 1.6mV
- Frequency response: 20Hz-45kHz
- Recommended load impedance: over 47k ohms
- Channel balance @ 1kHz: Within 1db
- Channel separation @ 1kHz: > 25dB
- Stylus tip: Special elliptical solid diamond with 0.1 x 0.2 mm rectangular cross section
- Compliance: 8 x 10-6 cm/dyne
- Recommended tracking force: 1.8mN +/- 3mN (1.8g +/- 0.3g)
- Color: Red
- Weight: 4.8 g

Reviews
Positive Feedback Issue 15
Audiogon Forum
AudioReview Forums

"The DL-110 is the best budget cartridge I have yet heard after a couple years of trying a handful of budget carts."
- DK

DENON DL-160 DL 160 DL160 PHONO CARTRIDGE
- Discontinued, see Related Products for replacement.

Developed using Denon's state of the art moving coil manufacturing facility and know-how, the Denon DL-160 phono cartridge was designed to enable more people to enjoy the exquisite sound quality of Denon's low-output moving coil cartridges. To that end, the Denon DL-160 is a moving coil cartridge capable of producing a high output of 1.6mV which is equivalent to the output of moving magnet (MM) phono cartridges. The Denon DL-160 phono cartridge can thus be directly connected the MM phono input of your amplifier or receiver without the need for a step-up transformer, head amplifier or pre-preamp.

The moving coil cartridge provides a more sensitive transition from the physical record grooves to an electrical signal. By using a tapered cantilever design, the Denon DL-160 phono cartridge ensures a smooth accurate response while reducing the total tracking weight. Its elliptical stylus is designed for optimal performance, creating a vibrant sound stage and extremely realistic nuance. The Denon DL-160 phono cartridge will provide its fastidious owner with many precious listening hours of tracking and replaying your favorite music.

Denon DL-160 Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Type: Moving coil
- Output voltage: 1.6mV
- Frequency response: 20Hz-50kHz
- Recommended load impedance: over 47k ohms
- Channel balance @ 1kHz: Within 1db
- Channel separation @ 1kHz: > 25dB
- Stylus tip: 0.07 x 0.14mm special elliptical solid diamond
- Compliance: 10 x 10-6 cm/dyne
- Recommended tracking force: 1.6g +/- 0.3g
- Color: Blue swirl
- Weight: 4.8 g

Reviews
http://forum.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/frr.pl?ranlg&1031089600&read&d7&zzlFerrari&&
http://www.audioreview.com/cat/analog-sources/cartridges/denon/PRD_337122_5823crx.aspx

"BTW, the Denon 160 high output moving coil cartridge has surpassed my expectations. It out performs anything I've owned in the past, including Grado and Ortofon moving iron/magnets.Thanks again." - DH, Ocean View, DE, USA

DENON DL-301 II DL 301 II DL301 II PHONO CARTRIDGE

The Denon DL-301 II phono cartridge is the updated version of the popular Denon DL-301. The body style has been changed and output performance has been improved to provide a more detailed and articulate sound. In addition the output level of this standard output moving coil cartridge is slightly higher than most thus providing a strong response with plenty of punch.

Features
1. Vibrating system with rigidity and light weight. The structure of the vibrating system, which is the most important element in determining the performance of the cartridge, employs a double layer tapered cantilever, a cruciform armature, and a minute solid diamond stylus. The use of this rigid and lightweight vibrating system results in proper damping, outstanding trace capability, dynamic sound and light tracking force. You get to enjoy music enormously while preserving the life of your cherished LPs.

2. Rigid body construction. In order to eliminate unnecessary resonance, not only has the structure of the frame been unified with high-strength resin to include the magnet and terminal pins, but also, a light-alloy precision-engineered case has been incorporated. As a result, rigidity of the body's structure has been improved thus resulting in a crystal clean and accurate sound quality.

3. Denon's unique 2-way dumping system. The unique Denon two-way dumping system has been employed to suppress tonal variations due to changes in room temperature and at the same time to obtain level frequency characteristics.

Denon DL-301 II Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Type: Moving coil
- Output voltage: 0.4mV
- Frequency response: 20Hz-60kHz
- Recommended load impedance: Over 100 ohms
- Channel balance @ 1kHz: < 1db
- Channel separation @ 1kHz: > 28dB
- Stylus tip: Special elliptical solid diamond with 0.07 x 0.14 mm rectangular cross section
- Compliance: 13 x 10-6 cm/dyne
- Recommended tracking force: (1.4g +/- 0.2g)
- Color: Gold/Black
- Weight:6 g

DENON DL-304 DL 304 DL304 PHONO CARTRIDGE

One of the biggest bargains in phono cartridges, the Denon DL-304 offers the fastidious listener all the virtues of a truly superlative cartridge, such as sound staging, imaging, transparency, detail, micro dynamics and frequency extension. It lays bare the tonal colors of different instruments. Rarest of all, the Denon DL-304 makes music come alive!

"Not to mince words, the DL304 sounds superb....it is one of the very best handful of cartridges available today. At the price, it's clearly a colossal bargain." HI-FI CHOICE - Feb, 1992

Denon DL-304 Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Type: Moving coil
- Output voltage: 0.18mV
- Frequency response: 20Hz-75kHz
- Recommended load impedance: Over 100 ohms
- Channel balance @ 1kHz: < 1.5db
- Channel separation @ 1kHz: > 28dB
- Stylus tip: 0.07 x 0.1mm special elliptical solid diamond
- Compliance: 14 x 10-6 cm/dyne
- Recommended tracking force: (1.2g +/- 0.2g)
- Color: Gold
- Weight: 7 g

DENON DL-S1 DL S1 DLS1 PHONO CARTRIDGE

The Denon DL-S1 moving coil phono cartridge is Denon's top of the line phono cartridge. It is designed and crafted to provide the pinnacle of performance, a bold statement that should not be taken lightly given Denon's track record of producing moving coil phono cartridges that have withstood the test of time and penchant for understating the engineering genius of their designs. The Denon DL-S1 cartridge offers musical accuracy that is exemplary, breathtaking and addictive. It is a standard by which other pinnacle and topflight cartridges will be compared to. If you are thinking of spending up to 100 times the cost of the Denon DL-S1 phono cartridge, it may be wise to reconsider. Musical satisfaction could be less expensive than you imagine. The special features and technical specifications enumerated below offer a thoughtful glimpse of its capabilities.

Features
1. Newly developed ultra fine wire combining gold and 6N copper. A newly developed ultra fine wire combining pure gold and 6N copper is used in the voltage generating coil. By combining the excellent qualities of gold and copper, the Denon DL-S1 is thus able to deliver uncompromisable and unadorned pure and clean analog sound quality. Pure music - that's what you get with the Denon DL-S1 MC phono cartridge.

2. Stable, analog reproduction via superb tracing capability. The use of a tapered cantilever, a non-magnetic coil bobbin, and a 0.07 mm micro stylus chip reduced the effective mass of its vibration system, lowered its mechanical impedance, and superbly improved its ability to trace the grooves in the record.

3. Elimination of unwanted vibrations with carefully selected materials. A ceramic frame and a highly rigid aluminum body to eliminate unwanted vibrations within the cartridge.

4. Denon's unique 2-way dumping system. The unique Denon two-way dumping system has been employed to suppress the tonal variations due to changes in room temperature and at the same time to obtain level frequency characteristics.

Denon DL-S1 Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Type: Moving coil
- Output voltage: 0.15mV
- Frequency response: 20Hz-70kHz
- Recommended load impedance: over 100 ohms
- Channel balance @ 1kHz: < 1db
- Channel separation @ 1kHz: > 28dB
- Stylus tip: 0.07 x 0.07 mm square solid diamond
- Compliance: 14 x 10-6 cm/dyne
- Recommended tracking force: (1.3g +/- 0.2g)
- Color: Black/Gold
- Weight: 7 g

DENON DP-25F     DP 25F     DP25F TURNTABLE BELT REPLACEMENT

The DENON DP-25F  turntable belt replacement is designed for higher torque, smooth rotational speed, and reduced resonance transmissions into the platter.

If you are unsure if this is the correct belt, please use our free belt matching service here 

For upgrades and enhancements to sound quality and fidelity please refer to the Related Products below.

 

DENON DP-26F     DP 26F    DP26F TURNTABLE BELT REPLACEMENT

The DENON DP-26F  turntable belt replacement is designed for higher torque, smooth rotational speed, and reduced resonance transmissions into the platter.

If you are unsure if this is the correct belt, please use our free belt matching service here 

For upgrades and enhancements to sound quality and fidelity please refer to the Related Products below.

DENON DP-29F DP 29F DP29F TURNTABLE

A simple touch of a button starts your musical enjoyment
The Denon DP-29F turntable has been designed to give you musical enjoyment out of your valuable collection of LP records. The DP-29F features an automatic system that starts the music at the simple touch of a button, and when the music stops, the tone arm automatically returns to its original position and the turntable stops rotating. The DP-29F also includes a PHONO (MM) equalizer, enabling you to connect the turntable directly to an integrated amp that does not have a PHONO equalizer.

High-Precision Diecast Aluminium Turntable
The turntable has been precision manufactured with a rigid diecast aluminium to produce uniform inertial mass for perfectly stable turntable rotation, an essential component of high fidelity sound during playback.

Automated System for Easy Operation
The DP-29F employs an automated system that starts playing the record with the single touch of a button and finishes play at the end of the record by returning the tone arm to its original position and stopping turntable rotation. This system ensures that you do not inadvertently scratch your records when you play them.

PHONO Preamp built-in
The Denon DP-29F turntable includes a built-in switchable on/off PHONO equalizer so you can connect the unit to an integrated amp that does not have its own phono preamp.

Moving Magnet (MM) Cartridge with Stylus Included
The Denon DP-29F turntable comes complete with a MM cartridge factory installed so that you can begin to enjoy your LP record collection as soon as you connect the DP-29F to your home hi-fi system.

Extra Upgraded Stylus for Improved Sound Quality Included
To further improve fidelity and sound quality for your listening enjoyment or recording, we provide with your purchase our DSN-82 Improved stylus that you can install at your liesure.

Denon DP-29F Turntable Specifications
Drive System: Belt drive
Motor: DC servo motor
Speeds: 33 1/3, 45 rpm
Wow & Flutter: Less than 0.15%
Tonearm type: Dynamically balanced type, Straight tonearm
Tonearm effective length: 195 mm
Cartridge type: Moving magnet
Stylus: DSN-82
Output: 2.5 mV
Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power comsumption: 2 W
Dimensions: 360 (W ) x 97 (H) x 357 (D) mm, 14.2 (W) x 3.8 (H) x 14.1 (D) inch
Weight: 2.8 kg, 6.2 lbs.

*Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.