Denon DCD-1600 Super Audio CD Player

The Denon DCD-1600 is a two-channel Super Audio CD player built for audiophile listening rooms and high-resolution home audio systems. Its strength lies in exceptional signal fidelity, measured at a 117 dB signal-to-noise ratio and just 0.0016% total harmonic distortion at 1 kHz, making it a reference-grade source component for dedicated stereo setups.

Beyond standard CD and SACD playback, the DCD-1600 reads FLAC, DSD files at 2.8 MHz and 5.6 MHz, and PCM content up to 192 kHz/24-bit from DVD R/RW media. Denon's AL32 Processing is applied to all sources, and the player outputs via digital optical, digital coaxial, and two-channel analog RCA connections. A front-panel USB audio input accommodates direct playback from portable devices, and IR in/out terminals support integration into whole-room control systems.

Key Features

• 117 dB signal-to-noise ratio and 0.0016% THD at 1 kHz
• Plays CD and Super Audio CD (SACD) natively
• FLAC and DSD playback at 2.8 MHz and 5.6 MHz
• PCM files up to 192 kHz/24-bit from DVD R/RW media
• AL32 Processing applied to all audio sources
• Digital optical, digital coaxial, and 2-channel analog outputs
• Front-panel USB audio input; IR input and output for system integration

Specifications

• Channels: 2
• Frequency Response: 2Hz - 20kHz
• Signal to Noise Ratio: 117 dB
• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.0016% (1 kHz)
• Supported Resolutions: CD and Super Audio CD; FLAC, DSD (2.8 MHz / 5.6 MHz) files and PCM files up to 192 kHz / 24 bits recorded on DVD R/RW (MP3 and WMA)
• Power Input: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
• Power Consumption: 13W
• IR Inputs: Yes
• IR Outputs: Yes
• Audio Input Connectors: USB Audio (front)
• Audio Output Connectors: Digital Optical X1, Digital Coaxial X1, Analog (2 Ch)
• Audio Features: AL32 Processing
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 17.1" x 5.3" x 13"
• Weight: 8.82 lb