DENON DCD-1700NE

CD and SACD player with Advanced AL32 Processing Plus and ultra-precise D/A converter (DAC Master Clock design); the reading mechanism with S.V.H. (Suppress Vibration Hybrid) allows playback of CDs and DVD-R/RW compilations with exceptional signal purity; supports high-resolution files up to 192 kHz/24-bit. Short signal paths minimize interference and Pure Direct mode further enhances audio quality. The Direct Mechanical Ground Construction minimizes unwanted vibrations. Separate digital and analog power supplies.

Enjoy accurate, faithful audio reproduction. Thanks to technologies such as Advanced AL32 Processing Plus and a highly precise D/A converter, you can listen to your favorite music like never before. The original Denon reading mechanism with S.V.H. enables playback of CDs, SACDs, and your DVD-R/RW compilations with pure signal integrity.

Advanced AL32 Processing Plus
Experience audio that is beautifully faithful to the original recording. The advanced AL32 Processing Plus algorithms restore information lost during digital recording.

Extensive disc format support
Enjoy wide compatibility for your high-resolution collection, including CD, Super Audio CD, DSD, and high-resolution files up to 192 kHz/24-bit recorded on DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW.

Proprietary disc drive
The original Denon disc drive is built with a high-grade S.V.H. (Suppress Vibration Hybrid) mechanism. Every element of the design focuses on achieving optimal precision.

Optimized by a Sound Master
Carefully optimized with selected audio components and evaluated by the Denon Sound Master to meet Denon's high standards, delivering a distinctive sound for an extraordinary listening experience.

DAC Master Clock design
To accurately synchronize the digital circuits, the DAC Master Clock design treats the DAC as the "master" when receiving clock signals. Built to exceptional quality, the master clock is located right next to the DAC, suppressing jitter and ensuring maximum precision in D/A conversion. It serves as a reference for semiconductor operation and optimizes the digital audio circuits. Two integrated clock oscillators reduce phase noise, each dedicated to a specific sampling frequency (44.1 kHz and 48 kHz).

Advanced circuits with minimal signal paths
The circuit paths are carefully designed to keep signal paths as short as possible. Shorter circuits reduce interference between circuits and left/right channels, minimizing negative effects on audio signals. As a result, the DCD-1700NE delivers clean, highly transparent, and faithful sound reproduction.

Disc controls
All controls are clearly visible and easily accessible.

Technical specifications:

• Type: CD and SACD player
• Supported disc types: SACD, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW
• Playback from CD-R/RW: MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF (~48 kHz/24-bit)
• Playback from DVD-R/RW: MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF (~192 kHz/24-bit), DSD (DIFF/DSF) (~5.6 MHz)
• Frequency response: SACD 2 Hz – 50 kHz (-3 dB); CD 2 Hz – 20 kHz (-0.5 dB)
• Total harmonic distortion: SACD 0.0010%; CD 0.0016%
• Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N): SACD 119 dB; CD 117 dB
• Dynamic range: SACD 112 dB; CD 101 dB
• Line output level: 2.0 Vrms (10 kΩ)
• Mechanism: TD-505 PER DM
• DAC: PCM1795 (192 kHz/32-bit)
• Digital filter: Fixed
• Digital processing: Advanced AL32 Processing Plus
• Analog output: Gold-plated RCA
• Digital outputs: Optical and Coaxial
• Power consumption: 24 W
• Standby consumption: 0.1 W
• Dimensions: 434 x 135 x 384 mm (W x H x D)
• Weight: 9.0 kg