Enjoy Your Audio Collection with Denon CD Players
With the gigantic leaps in digital audio technology, CD players may seem to have been left in the dust. However, audiophiles may still choose to enjoy their old collections or play their newly bought remastered CDs on a proper audio setup to immerse themselves in surround sound.
What Is a CD Player?
- Optical Disc Reader: A CD player consists mainly of an optical drive dedicated to reading the data on the disc. It does this with a physical mechanism that spins the CD on a rapidly rotating spindle. A laser beam projects light against the data side of the CD and the outputs the results to the processor that turns it into a stereo analog or digital signal. This signal is then sent to an amplifier that connects to your speaker system.
- Connects to Sound Setup: A CD player may connect directly to a stereo speaker system or an advanced receiver like that of surround sound systems. The signal from the CD player is amplified for louder, richer sound quality.
- Digital: While analog setups do fine for basic playback, owners can benefit from players that support optical outputs. These are typically located at the back of the player in a port labeled optical-out. This connection uses a digital optical cable that connects to the optical-out port. Plug the other end to the optical-in port of the surround sound receiver or amplifier. Connect the speaker system to the receiver or amplifier to enjoy deeper, richer sound.
What Are Some Notable Denon CD Players?
- DCD-50: Compact and stylish, this player is a Hi-Fi device that synergizes both physically and internally with the PMA-50 stereo amplifier. It can play audio along with those in data CDs with MP3 or WMA files and tracks. It is equipped with coax audio output for increased sound quality with supported receivers or amplifiers.
- DCD-1600NE: This Denon device has a minimized circuitry architecture to shorten the path of the signals for precise audio. It has four sturdy rubber feet, which minimize vibration to increase clarity. The player also features playback of audio recordings up to PCM192.24 or DSD5.6 on DVD R/RW.
- DCD-2500NE: This player has advanced AL32 processing with an ultra-precision 192kHz/32 D/A converter for higher audio quality. It suppresses jitters and noise with the DAC Master Clock Circuit Design and has an original drive mechanism with an advanced S.V.H loader.
- DCD-720AE: This model features an aluminum body with a glossy LCD screen that displays track numbers, names, and playlists among others. It features a USB port for playback from a thumb drive and has a Folder Mode function for the option to play only files in specific folders.
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