Denon DCD-1700NE
Best high-fidelity player for audiophiles seeking pure SACD and CD playback.
This player treats your physical disc collection with the reverence it deserves, using high-end processing to pull every ounce of detail from your CDs and SACDs. It sacrifices modern streaming convenience for a dedicated, vibration-free architecture that prioritizes pure, uncompromising sonic fidelity above all else.
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Who it's for
- Listeners prioritizing stable, vibration-free audio performance
- Collectors with diverse physical and high-resolution digital libraries
- Audiophiles seeking natural, highly detailed sound reproduction
Who should skip it
- Impatient listeners who prefer rapid disc loading speeds
- Casual listeners on a strict budget
- Users wanting to upgrade external streamers or televisions
Performance breakdown
Audio Fidelity
Advanced AL32 processing delivers exceptional clarity and depth for high-resolution audio.
Build Integrity
Direct mechanical ground construction effectively eliminates unwanted vibration for stable playback.
Format Versatility
Seamlessly handles both standard CDs and high-fidelity SACD discs with ease.
Signal Purity
Separate power supplies and minimal signal paths ensure a clean, noise-free output.
Drive Reliability
Denon’s proprietary drive mechanism provides consistent, reliable disc reading performance.
Feature Accessibility
Lacks modern conveniences like USB playback and programmable track functionality.
Key Specs
Supported Media
SACD, CD
Playback Formats
SACD, CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Disc Compatibility
CD-R/RW, MP3 CD, SACD
Number of Discs
1
Digital-to-Analog Converter
Ultra Precision 192kHz/32bit
Sampling Rate
192kHz
Bit Depth
32-bit
Power Source
AC Power
Connectivity Type
RCA
Output Type
RCA
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