ACCUPHASE DP-410

Pre owned. In excellent conditions. Without visible signs of wear. Supplied with remote control, original packaging, and user manual.

Item sold on consignment.

The Accuphase DP-410 is a CD player that combines refined aesthetics with meticulous technical design, in true Japanese fashion. Its build immediately conveys a sense of solidity and precision: the elegant champagne-colored finish gives it an imposing, authoritative look, with attention to detail extending from the front panel all the way to the rear. The large central display, featuring amber-colored numerals in sharp contrast with the vivid blue cursive Accuphase logo, adds both clarity and a touch of class. The remote control, heavy and crafted in the same retro style, reinforces the impression of tangible quality and substantial build.

The disc transport mechanism is developed in-house by Accuphase and stands out as one of the DP-410’s strengths. The aluminum tray glides smoothly and silently, while the entire system is engineered to ensure high stability and precision. This is further enhanced by a rigid chassis and very low center of gravity, allowing for flawless disc rotation. Carbon fiber isolation feet help minimize unwanted vibrations, and an RF filter shields the player from external interference, further preserving signal purity.

At the heart of the DP-410 is its digital-to-analog conversion section, which employs the MDS++ (Multiple Delta Sigma Plus Plus) architecture – an evolution of Accuphase’s proprietary technology. Four Texas Instruments PCM1746 converters work in parallel, each processing the same signal. The outputs are summed while errors are effectively canceled, resulting in greater conversion accuracy, improved signal-to-noise ratio, and an impressively musical sound. This approach delivers a smooth, natural, and fatigue-free listening experience, presenting every detail clearly without becoming analytical or overly technical. The DP-410 achieves the rare feat of being musical without sacrificing tonal neutrality, infusing character into the music without distorting its essence.

The digital section is also designed for seamless integration with external sources. Three digital inputs – USB, coaxial, and optical – allow the internal DAC to be used with other devices such as streamers or digital players. When a digital input is active, the display shows the real-time sampling frequency, supporting rates up to 192 kHz. Additionally, the player’s transport section can be used independently, sending a digital signal to an external DAC for those who prefer alternative conversion solutions.

The rear panel is thoughtfully laid out, featuring both unbalanced RCA and balanced XLR analog outputs. Each output has its own dedicated low-pass Butterworth filtering stage, ensuring flat and coherent frequency response. The XLR outputs allow for phase configuration to suit user preferences. Every aspect of the signal path – both digital and analog – has been designed to remain as direct and clean as possible, fully preserving musical integrity.

In listening sessions, the DP-410 impresses with its sonic elegance. It softens the harshness of flawed recordings or unbalanced systems without sacrificing detail or dynamics. This is a player that grows on you over time, creating a kind of positive addiction: once experienced, it becomes hard to go back to less refined machines. Every note emerges with clarity and poise, never harsh or exaggerated, as if each frequency naturally finds its perfect place in the soundstage.

Technical specifications:

• Type: Standard CD, 16-bit; 44.1 kHz
• Laser: GaAlAs (double hetero-junction visible-spectrum semiconductor laser diode)
• Digital Inputs: Coaxial; Optical; USB
• Sampling Frequencies: up to 192 kHz (16-24 bit PCM); 32 kHz and 96 kHz via optical input
• Converter: 4 x MDS++ at 24 bit
• Frequency Response: 0.7 - 50,000 Hz; +0, -3 dB
• THD: 0.001% (20 - 20,000 Hz, 24-bit input)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >114 dB
• Dynamic Range: >110 dB
• Channel Separation: >110 dB
• Output Level: 2.5 V; 50 ohm; both balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA
• Dimensions: 465 x 151 x 393 mm
• Weight: 14 kg