Denon - DCD-600 CD player

**Denon DCD-600 – Vintage Compact Disc Player with Dual Burr-Brown PCM56P DACs and Original Remote Control (1988)**

Offered here is the **Denon DCD-600**, a classic Compact Disc player introduced in **1988**, during the golden age of early digital audio. Designed by Denon to deliver serious hi-fi performance at an accessible price point, the DCD-600 combines proven digital technology, reliable operation, and the musical sound quality that helped establish Denon as one of the leading names in high-fidelity audio.

This particular example is presented in **excellent condition** and includes its **original Denon remote control**, an increasingly desirable accessory that is often missing after decades of ownership.

**Features & Specifications**

Model: Denon DCD-600
Year of Introduction: **1988**
Origin: Denon / Nippon Columbia, Japan
Type: Compact Disc Player

**Digital Audio Section**

• Dual Burr-Brown **PCM56P** 16-bit DACs
• Sharp **SM5803AP** digital filter
• Frequency Response: 2 Hz – 20 kHz
• Dynamic Range: 96 dB
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 100 dB
• Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.003 %
• Channel Separation: 100 dB

**Playback Functions**

• Standard Audio CD playback
• Direct track selection
• Track search functions
• Repeat playback
• Time display functions
• Remote-control operation

**Connectivity**

• Stereo analogue RCA outputs
• Headphone output with level control

**Design & Construction**

• Classic late-1980s Denon styling
• Full-width hi-fi component format
• Computed Multi-Function Display System
• Front-loading disc mechanism
• User-friendly control layout
• Designed for dependable everyday operation

Power Consumption: **12 Watts**


**Historical Background**

Introduced in 1988, the DCD-600 arrived during a period when Compact Disc technology was rapidly becoming the preferred music format worldwide. Denon was already recognised for its expertise in both professional and consumer digital audio equipment and sought to bring high-quality digital playback to a wider audience.

Contemporary hi-fi reviewers praised the DCD-600 for delivering performance beyond what was typically expected in its price category. A major contributor to this reputation was the use of **dual Burr-Brown PCM56P DAC chips** combined with Denon's carefully engineered digital circuitry. The result was a player appreciated for its detailed, musical, and engaging sound character while maintaining the accuracy expected from digital audio technology.

Originally selling for approximately **£200 in the UK market in 1988, which has an almost 700 pounds value in today**, the DCD-600 represented excellent value and introduced many listeners to high-quality Compact Disc playback.

**Condition**

This Denon DCD-600 is presented in **excellent condition** with only minor signs of careful use consistent with age. The player retains its attractive original appearance and is supplied with its **original Denon remote control**, enhancing both usability and collectability.

As with all vintage electronic equipment, inspection or preventative maintenance by a qualified technician may be beneficial for optimal long-term reliability.

**Collectable & Practical Value**

Today, the DCD-600 remains attractive to collectors and vintage audio enthusiasts not only because of its elegant late-1980s styling, but also because it represents an era when manufacturers invested heavily in improving Compact Disc playback technology. The inclusion of **dual Burr-Brown PCM56P DACs**, the original remote control, and its excellent cosmetic condition make this example particularly desirable.

An excellent opportunity to acquire a well-preserved Denon Compact Disc player from the formative years of high-quality digital audio.

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