DENON DCD-3000NE

In a world dominated by streaming, Denon returns to its roots with the DCD-3000NE, a CD/SACD player that combines classic craftsmanship with modern technology. This model embodies the Japanese brand's vision to offer a listening experience dedicated to high-fidelity enthusiasts.

A sober design at the service of performance

The DCD-3000NE features a clean aesthetic that hides cutting-edge technology. Available in black or silver, this player will blend harmoniously into any high-end hi-fi environment. Its generous dimensions (434 x 138 x 405 mm) and considerable weight of 16.8 kg testify to its robust construction, ensuring stability and reducing unwanted vibrations.

The minimalist facade is dominated by a clear and readable OLED display, which provides all the essential information without visually overloading. The centrally positioned loading drawer is flanked by essential controls, reflecting Denon's pragmatic approach to functional design.

At the heart of technology: the search for perfect sound

The DCD-3000NE is more than just a CD player. It packs an impressive arsenal of technology designed to bring out the best in every disc. At the heart of this technical feat is the Suppress Vibration Hybrid (SVH) mechanism, a Denon innovation that effectively counteracts vibrations that can impair sound quality.

Digital-to-analog conversion is handled by four ESS ES9018K2M chips, two per channel, ensuring exceptional precision and dynamics. This configuration allows the DCD-3000NE to handle PCM signals up to 32-bit/384 kHz and DSD, offering extraordinary versatility for a physical player.

One of the DCD-3000NE's key strengths is its integration of the seventh-generation Ultra AL32 Processing technology. This sophisticated interpolation and oversampling algorithm enables optimal reconstruction of the analogue signal, promising sound reproduction of unparalleled fidelity.

Versatility and Connectivity: Beyond the Simple CD

While designed to excel at playing CDs and SACDs, the DCD-3000NE doesn’t stop there. It can read a variety of audio formats recorded on CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, and DVD-RW, including FLAC, WAV, and even MP3. This versatility makes it a true audio hub for audiophiles who are tied to their physical collections.

On the connectivity front, the DCD-3000NE offers a stereo RCA analog output, complemented by two digital outputs: one coaxial and one optical Toslink. While the lack of balanced XLR outputs may disappoint some purists, the quality of the signal processing more than makes up for this shortcoming for most setups.

The Listening Experience: When Technology Makes You Forget

The DCD-3000NE's ultimate goal is to disappear and let music shine through in its purest form. Pure Direct mode takes this philosophy to its pinnacle, by turning off the display and digital outputs, eliminating any possible source of interference.

The extended frequency response (2 Hz to 20 kHz for CD and up to 100 kHz for SACD) and extremely low distortion rates (0.0015% for CD and 0.0005% for SACD at 1 kHz) promise exceptionally faithful sound reproduction. The signal-to-noise ratio of 122 dB ensures an impressive dynamic range, allowing you to capture the subtle nuances of every recording.

The Denon Legacy: Between Tradition and Innovation

The DCD-3000NE joins Denon's high-end product lineup, reflecting the brand's commitment to audio excellence. It pairs perfectly with the PMA-3000NE integrated amplifier, making a potentially formidable duo for high-fidelity enthusiasts.

This new reference from Denon proves that physical media still has a promising future, offering a quality alternative to streaming solutions for audiophiles tied to their CD and SACD collections.

Technical specifications

Disc and Format Compatibility

Meccanismo SVH (Smooth Vertical Handle) originale Denon

Compatible discs: SACD (Super Audio CD), CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW

SACD: Yes (stereo layer / multi-downmix)

Super Audio CD Text: Yes

Formati audio: MP3, WMA (Windows Media Audio), AAC (Advanced Audio Coding)

Playing files on CD-R/RW:

WAV, FLAC, ALAC (Apple Lossless Audio Codec), AIFF (fino a 48 kHz / 24 bit)

MP3, WMA, AAC

Playing files on DVD R/RW:

WAV, FLAC, AIFF (fino a 192 kHz / 24 bit)

ALAC (fino a 96 kHz / 24 bit)

DSD (DIFF/DSF) fino a 5,6 MHz

Connectivity

Fixed Analog Output: 1 × RCA (Machined Brass)

Optical output: 1

Coaxial output: 1

Audio performance

Analog outputs

Frequency response:

SACD: 2 Hz - 50 kHz (-3 dB)

CD: 2 Hz - 20 kHz (-0,5 dB)

Harmonic distortion:

SACD: 0,0005%

CD: 0,0015%

Signal to noise ratio:

SACD: 122 dB

CD: 122 dB

Dynamic range:

SACD: 115 dB

CD: 101 dB

Output level: 2.2V RMS (10kΩ)

Digital section

Circuito DAC: ES9018K2M × 4 (PCM 384 kHz / 32 bit, DSD 11,2 MHz)

Digital filter: Fixed

Digital processor: ULTRA AL32 processor

Design clock master DAC: Sì

Analog section

Output circuit: Fully discrete differential amplifier

Transformer: EI

Functionality

Pure Direct Mode

Last function memory

Auto standby mode

Firmware Update

Power consumption: 35W / < 0.3W (standby)

Physical characteristics

Dimensions (W × H × D): 434 × 138 × 405 mm

Net weight: 16.8 kg

Accessories included

Quick Guide

Remote Control (Aluminum Surface / Compatible with PMA-3000NE)

Battery (AAA × 2)

RCA Stereo Cable

Power cord