Denon - DP-47F Fully Automatic Direct-Drive with Dynamic Servo Tracer Turntable

DENON DP-47F Fully Automatic Direct-Drive Turntable with DL-80MC MC Cartridge

Overview

The DENON DP-47F is a sophisticated Japanese vintage fully automatic direct-drive turntable, known for its elegant design, stable rotation, and electronically controlled tonearm system.

This model features a servo-controlled direct-drive motor and a dynamically balanced straight tonearm with DENON’s Dynamic Servo Tracer system. It also includes convenient automatic functions such as record-size detection, automatic speed selection, automatic tonearm operation, and repeat playback.

This example is fitted with the DENON DL-80MC high-output MC cartridge, a cartridge originally supplied with certain European/UK-market versions of the DP-47F.

The turntable has been tested and its basic operation has been confirmed.

Operation Check

* Power: Confirmed
* Turntable rotation: Confirmed at 33 1/3 and 45 rpm
* Direct-drive motor: Confirmed
* Automatic start/stop operation: Confirmed
* Tonearm movement: Confirmed
* Record-size detection: Confirmed
* Cartridge: DENON DL-80MC MC cartridge included

Specifications

* Brand: DENON
* Model: DP-47F
* Type: Fully Automatic Direct-Drive Turntable
* Drive System: Servo-controlled direct drive
* Speeds: 33 1/3 rpm / 45 rpm
* Wow & Flutter: Less than 0.010% WRMS (servo system)
* Signal-to-Noise Ratio: More than 78 dB (DIN-B)
* Platter: 310 mm aluminum die-cast
* Tonearm: Dynamically balanced straight tonearm
* Effective Arm Length: 220 mm
* Overhang: 16 mm
* Tracking Force Range: 0–3.0 g
* Automatic Mechanism: Electronically controlled fully automatic
* Cartridge: DENON DL-80MC
* Cartridge Type: High-output MC
* Cartridge Output: 1.6 mV
* Cartridge Frequency Response: 20 Hz–45 kHz

The specifications above are based on available DENON documentation and reference material. (マニュアルスリブ)

Dimensions & Weight

* Height: approx. 179 mm / 7.05 in
* Width: approx. 434 mm / 17.09 in
* Depth: approx. 410 mm / 16.14 in
* Weight: approx. 8.5 kg / 18.74 lb

Condition

The turntable is in used vintage condition with some signs of use, including scratches and dirt consistent with its age.

Please carefully review all photographs, as they form an important part of the description and show the actual condition of the item.

The DENON DL-80MC MC cartridge is included.

Packaging & Shipping

The turntable will be carefully packed with appropriate protective materials to minimize the risk of damage during international transportation.

Special attention will be paid to protecting the tonearm, cartridge, platter, and dust cover during shipping.

International shipping will be arranged from Japan using a reliable shipping service with tracking.

Import Duties & Taxes

Import duties, VAT, customs fees, and other taxes are not included in the item price or shipping cost unless otherwise stated.

Any such charges imposed by the destination country are the responsibility of the buyer.

Please check the customs and import regulations of your country before purchasing.

Authenticity & Seller Information

This is an authentic original DENON product.

The item is sourced in Japan and carefully checked before listing. We specialize in Japanese vintage audio equipment and other authentic pre-owned items.

We hold a Japanese antique dealer’s license and take care to handle and describe our items accurately.

Thank you for viewing this vintage DENON turntable from Japan.