About The Denon PMA-1700NE Integrated Amplifier
With ultra-high current single push-pull circuit power and Advanced AL32 Processing Plus, the Denon PMA-1700NE retains the detail of the original recording. Listen to your favourite music digital via the three digital inputs or a rear USB-B input - or go analogue with MM or MC phono equalizer and the dedicated Analog Mode.
Advanced Ultra High Current MOS Single Push-Pull Circuit: Wide bandwidth captures everything from deep bass to detailed highs. The UHC (Ultra High Current) design ensures drivability of a wide range of speaker types and impedances.
Hi-Res Audio Certified: Able to decode high-resolution audio ALAC, FLAC, and WAV lossless files up to 24-bit/192 kHz, as well as DSD 2.8MHz and 5.6MHz tracks (the audiophile format of SACD), PMA-1700NE lets you enjoy each note exactly as the artist intended.
Advanced AL32 Processing Plus: Advanced AL32 Processing Plus uses data interpolation algorithms, which supports digital audio sources up to high resolution 384-kHz/32-bit. The algorithms add in the points that should exist before and after large quantities of data, smoothing out the waveform and restoring information that was lost during the digital recording. The resulting playback is highly detailed, free of interferences, richly expressive in the lower range, and beautifully faithful to the original sound. Hear your favourites like never before.
Built-In Phono Equalizer: Denon is well known for high quality vinyl playback. The built-in phono equalizer allows direct connection to a turntable and supports input from both MM and MC cartridges. The simple, straightforward design significantly improves sound quality.
Digital Inputs: The amplifier features optical and coaxial digital inputs supporting PCM signals up to 192-kHz/24-bit to improve the sound quality of your TV audio, Blu-ray, media players, computer, and more.
USB-DAC: PMA-1700NE provides USB-DAC function that supports high resolution audio signals up to 11.2- MHz DSD and 384-kHz/32-bit PCM. These digital signals with suppressed jitter will get passed on to the high quality DAC for an optimal D/A conversion with highest precision.
110+ Years Of Firsts In Audio Technology: Founded in 1910, Denon has a deep heritage of "firsts" in audio technology—from Japan's first audio electronics manufacturer to producing the world's first commercial CDs. This focused investment in audio R&D ensures you get the latest technology and highest quality with every listening experience.
High-Power 140W Integrated Amplifier: Drive your loudspeakers with 140 watts of power-per-channel into 4 ohms. This integrated amplifier offers compatibility with the widest range of speaker types and impedances for operational stability.
High-Precision Electrical Controls: The PMA-1700NE embraces electrical volume, balance, and tone controls while preserving the analogue feeling of operation. The unique mechanism offers smooth, linear control. A Source Direct function passes by all tone control for purest audio.
External Pre-Amp Input Terminals: "EXT/PRE" input terminals are fixed gain inputs that can be used for connecting an external pre-amp using the PMA-1700NE as a power amp.
TV Auto Standby (Digital Input): The PMA-1700NE includes autosensing to automatically switch the unit on when it senses a digital audio signal from an external source like your TV.
Six-Block Chassis Configuration & Direct Mechanical Ground Construction: Constructed with 1mm-thick steel plates and damping feet made of ABS resin with rigid rib construction, the chassis protects the signal circuits from external vibration and eliminates adverse effects of mutual interference among the circuits.
Digital Isolator: Equipped with a high-speed digital isolator, the PMA-1700NE eliminates adverse effects on sound quality caused by high-frequency noise from a USB-connected computer or digital inputs.
Analog Mode: Analog Mode can be used to turn off power and completely stop operation of the digital input circuitry, avoiding any high frequency influence on the analogue section.
Denon PMA-1700NE Review
"The two-box DCD-1700NE and PMA-1700NE combo succeeds in its aim to please those remaining 'physical disc' enthusiasts, spreading hope to those of us who still appreciate the joy of CD and SACD media. Moreover, as a complete music system it offers an exciting, energetic but also suitably polished performance that will surely bring in as many listeners who are more tempted by 'virtual' music sources!" Hi-Fi News
Our Take On The Denon PMA-1700NE
The PMA-1700NE, an integrated amplifier with a power output of 140W into 4 Ohms, features 'true audiophile' performance and support for high-resolution audio playback up to 11.2MHz DSD and 32-bit/384-kHz (when using the jitter-reducing USB-DAC input). Prefer a 12-inch platter to a stream of 1s and 0s? Vinyl lovers will be pleased to note that the PMA-1700NE boasts a built-in phono preamplifier that caters for both moving magnet and moving coil phono cartridges. Elsewhere, there are coaxial & optical digital inputs (useful for older TVs) and Denon's substantial gold-plated analogue speaker terminals. And, the classic Denon "vibration-resistant" design is accented by an electric volume control for smoother adjustment of output levels. Match this up with the stunning DCD-1700NE for a killer sounding CD/SACD system.
Main Features & Specifications
- Design: Integrated Stereo Amplifier with DAC
- 70 Watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.07% THD
- 140 Watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms (20-20,000 Hz)
- 4-ohm capability allows use with a wide range of speakers
- Built-In DAC supports high-resolution audio via USB or optical and coaxial inputs (32-bit/384 kHz)
- DAC master clock eliminates digital jitter
- Advanced AL32 Processing Plus upsamples digital audio sources
- Source Direct mode bypasses tone control circuits for cleaner sound
- Analogue amp mode disables digital circuitry for warm all-analogue sound
- Advanced Ultra High Current single push-pull circuit power amplifier
- Front-Panel display shows source and sample rate
- Front-Panel tone controls (treble and bass)
- Frequency Response: 5-100,000 Hz
- Signal-To-Noise Ratio: 107 dB (line in), 89 dB (moving magnet), 74 dB (moving coil)
- Remote Control included
- Connections
- 2 Optical and 1 Coaxial digital audio inputs (all support PCM signals up to 24-bit/192kHz)
- 3 stereo RCA inputs for analogue sources
- Dedicated Phono Input compatible with moving coil and moving magnet cartridges
- Stereo RCA audio output for recording
- Fixed-Gain stereo RCA preamp input lets you connect a separate preamp and use the PMA-1700NE as a power amp
- Rear-Panel Type-B USB input supports high-resolution PCM files up to 32-bit/384kHz or 11.2 MHz DSD
- Built-In Headphone Amplifier with full-size 6.35mm (¼") jack
- Binding posts for two pairs of speakers
- IR Control In & Out
- Removable Power Cable: Upgrade the Power Cable for better performance
- Included Accessories: 1.7m Power Cable, RC-1249 Remote Control, 2 'AAA' Batteries, Quick Start Guide, Safety Instructions, Warranty Information
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 434 x 135 x 410mm
- Nett Weight: 17.6kg
- Manufacturer's Warranty: 2 Years
Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.