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Denon’s storied hi-fi history has seen the company play an integral role in the evolution of sound, and the DP-400 premium belt-drive hi-fi turntable hones this lauded expertise for a premium vinyl experience. Its minimalist-inspired aesthetics complement the DP-400’s robust chassis and elegant yet detailed tonearm, harkening to an earlier era of vinyl records while containing a suite of cutting-edge playback technologies to ensure the most-nuanced dynamics and details are faithfully reproduced in astounding clarity. Sweetwater’s hi-fi enthusiasts are enamored by Denon’s innovative take on the DP-400’s dust cover: not only is its intriguing profile a refreshing alternative to conventional glass cases, but it can be removed entirely, doubling as a display for whichever album is playing. With three playback speeds, a built-in phono equalizer, and a pre-mounted MM (moving magnet) cartridge, reference-level listening for all is right around the corner. The only question is: which record will you play first?





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Engineered for sonic excellence





Denon’s engineers and designers spare no effort in marrying time-tested aesthetics with contemporary technology, resulting in an uncompromising audiovisual element to elevate any hi-fi listening with painless setup and connection. The DP-400’s tonearm is the result of meticulous ideation and refinement, featuring an angled, S-shaped profile that’s been optimized for uniform tracking, regardless of the cartridge’s position on the record, as well as reducing any harmonic distortion that might arise. You’ll also find the tonearm’s auto-lift feature to be the perfect solution to preserving the quality of your favorite records, automatically lifting off the record by the end to safeguard its surface, as well as the cartridge.





Robust construction and distinctive character





While the DP-400’s tonearm secures your sound at the point of contact, its foundation is equally formidable, pairing robust cabinet walls with a weighted platter to immensely reduce external vibration and additional disruptions. With 33-1/3-, 45-, and 78- rpm playback modes, you can rest assured knowing that sounds from all across history are masterfully preserved and reproduced. Plus, the built-in speed sensor ensures the belt-driven platter is reliably performing at the needed speed. Finally, an onboard Phono Equalizer and the tonearm’s capacity for both MM and MC cartridges make it painless to deploy the DP-400 in virtually any sonic sanctuary.





Denon DP-400 Premium Belt-drive Hi-fi Turntable Features:


S-shaped tonearm is engineered for uniform tracking, regardless of the position on the record


Belt-driven system features an auto-sensor for rock-solid reliability in playback speed


3 onboard playback speeds mean your favorite tunes from all over time are readily supported with premier sonic reproduction


Removable dust cover doubles as a display for your favorite albums to enhance any visual component of your listening arrangement


Switchable Phono equalizer guarantees seamless expansion/integration of your sound with nearly any setup


Auto-lift and playback-stop preserve your favorite vinyl records and cartridges for long-haul listening by automatically removing them when playback finishes


Pre-fitted with an MM cartridge for superlative sound right out of the box