Denon - DRA-210 Receiver & DCD-210 CD Player Hi-fi set - Multiple models

Denon Precision Audio Component System 210 (DRA-210 + DCD-210) – Standard Full-Size Hi-Fi System (43 cm) – Matching Consecutive Serial Numbers – Made in Japan (1993)

LOT DESCRIPTION

Up for auction is a magnificent and exclusive compact modular hi-fi sound system from the prestigious Japanese brand Denon, part of the legendary 1993 Precision Audio Component S-210 series.
This lot stands out for a technical rarity highly prized by collectors: both modules retain their factory-matched, consecutive serial numbers (11124...), certifying that they have stayed together since being assembled at the Nippon Columbia Co. plant in Japan more than 30 years ago.
The system offers superb build quality, far exceeding current standards, with robust chassis and brushed aluminum front panels in the exclusive, sought-after Titanium finish. Its acoustic performance and current delivery are excellent, making it ideal as a main system or for use as a high-end preamplifier thanks to its dedicated outputs.

Components included:

1. Denon DRA-210 AM/FM Stereo Receiver: The heart of the system. It delivers an impressive 50 watts RMS per channel into 8 ohms, with just 0.05% total harmonic distortion. It features a multiband digital tuner, analog controls concealed beneath a sophisticated flip-down front panel, a high-quality dedicated PHONO (MM) input for turntables, and Pre-Out outputs.
2. Denon DCD-210 CD Player: Equipped with the sought-after PCM56P-L DAC, 8x oversampling, and Denon's Double Super Linear Converter system. It features a conventional analog output and a coaxial digital output.
3. Original Denon RC-130 Remote Control: Included in the lot, allowing full control of both modules from the comfort of your sofa.
4. Complete Connection Cabling: Includes the original rear flat system control cable (System Connector) for intelligent power-on and control synchronization between the modules, along with the RCA analog audio interconnect cables required for immediate setup.

Technical and cosmetic condition:

• Operation: Perfect (10/10). The equipment has been thoroughly tested and works flawlessly. The CD player opens the tray smoothly, recognizes discs instantly, and plays tracks continuously without skipping (the original laser lens is in full working order). The receiver delivers clean, clear, powerful sound through both channels, with no noise or static from the volume or equalization controls. The lime-green fluorescent digital displays retain 100% of their original brightness and have no missing segments.
• Use as a preamplifier (Exceptional Preservation): It is worth noting that this receiver was used almost entirely as a standalone preamplifier (connected via its rear outputs to a high-current NAD 2400 external power amplifier). This means the Denon's internal amplifier section and native power transistors were completely free from workload, thermal fatigue, or electrical stress during use. As a result, its internal power amplifier is in an exceptionally well-preserved condition, with virtually no operational wear and ready to perform at 100% of its factory specifications.
• Cosmetic condition: Very good (8.5/10). The titanium-color brushed aluminum front panel and buttons are clean, well cared for, and in excellent cosmetic condition, as shown in the detailed photos. The top surfaces of the chassis have slight marks and superficial scuff lines from the modules being stacked over the years. This is entirely normal and is hidden when the tower is assembled.

Notable technical specifications:

• Manufactured by: Nippon Columbia Co., Ltd. (Tokyo, Japan)
• Year of manufacture: 1993
• Power supply: 220V AC / 50Hz (European-market models)
• Power consumption: 140W (Receiver) / 10W (CD Player)
• Dimensions per module: 430 mm (Width) x 90 mm (Height) x 300 mm (Depth approx.)
• Total system width: 43 cm (Standard Full-Size measurement)

SHIPPING INFORMATION

The lot will be packed professionally with high-level protection, using plenty of bubble wrap and a reinforced double-wall cardboard box to ensure that the CD player's delicate laser mechanism and the electronics arrive at their destination in perfect condition. Insured shipping with tracking number.