Denon DCD-1600NE SACD/CD Player, Complete Set

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We don't see many working SACD players come through as most suffer from fickle lasers and unreliable operation.

It was refreshing to see this Denon arrive in perfect working condition, likely thanks to its recent production compared to most players we see.

We ran every test disc we had through it without a hiccup. SACD 2-Ch, SACD Multi-Ch, SACD/Hybrid with the integrated CD layer, and regular redbook CD's.

This unit benefits from Denon's "AL32 processing" which is said to provide the smoothest and most detailed playback.

Cosmetics are also very good with little to no signs of use.

This will come to you come complete with the original box, remote, and manual.

Product highlights:

• Stereo playback for SACDs, CDs, CD-Rs & CD-RWs, and AAC, MP3 & WMA CDs
• High-performance 32-bit/192kHz digital-to-analog converter
• Denon original drive mechanism with high-precision Suppress Vibration Hybrid loader
• Advanced AL32 Processing Plus digital upsampling and filtering technology for smooth, detailed playback
• DAC master clock for jitter-free audio
• separate digital and analog power supplies
• Pure Direct mode for the cleanest audio playback
• remote included
• optical and coaxial digital outputs for CD playback
• stereo analog outputs (RCA cable included)
• SACD specs:
• frequency response: 2Hz-50kHz
• signal-to-noise ratio: 117 dB
• dynamic range: 112 dB
• THD: 0.0018%
• CD specs:
• frequency response: 2Hz-20kHz
• signal-to-noise ratio: 116 dB
• dynamic range: 101 dB
• 17-1/8"W x 5-5/16"H x 12-15/16"D
• weight: 18.07 lbs.

Recommended Cables:

Kimber Kable - RCA Interconnects

Kimber Kable - Coaxial Digital Interconnect

Kimber Kable - Optical Digital Interconnect

Kimber Kable - Power Cords

The SkyFi Testing Process for CD Players:

We start with a visual inspection of all internal components to make sure that there are no signs of heat stress or damage. Capacitors are checked for telltale signs of predictive failure including bulging, shrunken wrappers, or physical leakage. We also inspect resistors and other passive components for signs of overheating. When the unit is first powered on we check the drawer mechanism function.

After the visual inspection we connect the CD Player’s RCA outputs to our Sencore PA81 Power Analyzer which simulates a real world input impedance and allows us to monitor the output on an oscilloscope. We start with a test CD with precision test signals to verify proper output on both channels. If the CD player has balanced outputs these are also tested at this time. If this check passes, we move onto evaluation with actual music CDs. We listen for clicks, skips, and drops during playback. At this time we also check the transport functions including skip, ff, rw, play, pause, repeat, and programming if applicable. If the unit has a remote control, all remote control functions are verified.

If the CD player is capable of SACD playback we test its ability to read SACD layers on multiple discs including standard and hybrid SACDs. At this time we also check the unit’s digital outputs where applicable. If SACD layers are being properly read we should see the digital outputs mute during playback. On redbook CD playback we verify that each digital output maintains proper lock on our bench DAC.

After bench testing is completed, CD players are set up for testing on our long term test rig. During extended testing we make sure that unit can play through several different discs from beginning to end with no skips or lock ups.