DENON PMA 1600 NE

Pre owned. In excellent condition. No visible signs of wear. Comes with remote control and original packaging.

The Denon PMA-1600NE represents the evolution of the brand’s Hi-Fi tradition, one of the few that continues to actively develop audio components while refining and passing on its technologies over time. Compared to the previous PMA-1500 series, this integrated amplifier stands out for its superior performance, impeccable build quality, exclusive Denon technologies, and advanced connectivity. Thanks to the rear USB-B input and the high-quality built-in D/A converter, the PMA-1600NE reproduces high-resolution files up to 384 kHz/32-bit and DSD up to 11.2 MHz from a computer with extraordinary precision and naturalness. For optimal analog input performance, the unit features an analog mode that disables unused sections, such as the digital circuit or display, minimizing noise and ensuring a pure, unaltered sound.

The PMA-1600NE is a versatile all-rounder with exceptional performance, capable of handling a wide range of sources, both analog, including the phono preamplifier, and digital via the USB port. It is designed for those seeking a complete high-quality package, combining power and versatility in a single unit. Its sonic resolution and driving capability are accompanied by grace and delicacy, delivering a rich and engaging musical experience in both digital and analog formats, with a construction built to last.

The audio reproduction is characterized by strong dynamics, precise control, and a wide, three-dimensional soundstage, with an accurate stereo image and finely balanced rendering of each individual instrument. High frequencies are defined and crystal-clear, mids are natural and expressive with realistic, engaging vocals, while lows are full, deep, and articulate. The PMA-1600NE combines incisive, atmospheric sound with rigorous dynamic control, making it suitable even for large speakers.

The design of the PMA-1600NE blends modernity and classic style, with a refined and functional aesthetic that conveys energy and charisma. The amplifier is acclaimed by critics for its exceptional craftsmanship, awarded the Best Buy badge by HiFi Choice, and recognized as one of the best in its category for its ability to highlight the beauty of music with power, precision, and musicality.

Technical specifications:

• Output power: 70 W per channel at 8 Ω (stereo)
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• Total harmonic distortion (THD): 0.01 %
• Input sensitivity: 0.2 mV (MC); 2.5 mV (MM); 125 mV (line)
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 74 dB (MC); 89 dB (MM); 108 dB (line)
• Speaker load impedance: 4 Ω – 16 Ω
• Digital inputs: coaxial; optical; USB
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 434 x 135 x 410 mm
• Weight: 17.6 kg