The Denon DCD-1500AE is a premium Super Audio CD player engineered to deliver superior audio performance, exceptional detail, and musicality. Combining Denon’s legacy of high-fidelity craftsmanship with advanced digital and analog technologies, the DCD-1500AE is designed for audiophiles who demand precision and clarity in their music playback.

Advanced AL24 Processing Technology
At the core of the DCD-1500AE is Denon’s proprietary AL24 Processing, which interpolates digital signals to more accurately recreate the original analog waveform. This greatly enhances the smoothness, dynamics, and resolution of the sound, particularly in subtle, low-level passages.

High-Precision 24-bit/192kHz DAC
Equipped with a high-grade Burr-Brown PCM1791 DAC, the player ensures pristine conversion from digital to analog. This results in expansive soundstaging, natural tonal balance, and remarkable detail across the frequency range.

Wide Format Support
The DCD-1500AE supports a wide array of disc formats including standard CDs, Super Audio CDs (SACD), CD-R, and CD-RW. Additionally, it can play compressed audio files such as MP3 and WMA, offering excellent versatility for modern music libraries.

Mechanically Isolated Design
To reduce vibrations and enhance playback stability, Denon utilizes its original drive mechanism with a short shaft design and a three-phase brushless spindle motor. This suppresses resonance and allows accurate reading of disc data, whether CD or SACD.

Suppress Vibration Hybrid (SVH) Chassis
Built with a vibration-resistant construction, the SVH chassis uses layered materials to shield internal components from mechanical and acoustic interference. This allows the circuitry to operate under optimal conditions, preserving sonic purity.

Comprehensive Connectivity
The DCD-1500AE includes both analog and digital outputs, with RCA stereo connections and optical/coaxial digital options. This enables flexible integration into a wide range of hi-fi systems, whether you’re connecting directly to an integrated amplifier or a high-end DAC.

Elegant Design and User Interface
Its sleek aluminum front panel and intuitive layout make the player as visually refined as it is functional. The fluorescent display is crisp and clear, while the front controls and included remote provide easy navigation and playback control.

Conclusion
The Denon DCD-1500AE blends technical excellence with musical soul, making it a standout source component for serious music lovers. With robust construction, advanced processing, and a focus on sonic fidelity, it’s an ideal match for any high-resolution audio system.

Specifications

Playback Compatibility:

• Super Audio CD (SACD)

• Hybrid SACD

• CD, CD-R, CD-RW (audio format)

• MP3 and WMA playback from CD-R/RW

Digital-to-Analog Converter:

• Burr-Brown PCM1791

• 24-bit / 192kHz resolution

Frequency Response:

• CD: 2 Hz – 20 kHz

• SACD: 2 Hz – 100 kHz

Dynamic Range:

• CD: 100 dB

• SACD: 104 dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:

• CD: 110 dB

• SACD: 104 dB

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD):

• CD: 0.0018% (1 kHz)

• SACD: 0.0013% (1 kHz)

Output Level (Analog RCA):

• 2.0 V (at 10k ohms)

Digital Outputs:

• 1 × Optical (TOSLINK)

• 1 × Coaxial (RCA)

Headphone Output:

• Standard 6.3 mm jack with adjustable volume

Chassis and Build:

• Suppress Vibration Hybrid (SVH) chassis for resonance reduction

• High-precision disc mechanism with brushless motor

• Aluminum front panel and solid construction

Additional Features:

• Advanced AL24 Processing for audio enhancement

• Pure Direct Mode to minimize interference

• Text display support for SACD metadata

• Program playback for up to 30 tracks

• Repeat (Track, All, A-B) and Random play modes

Power Requirements:

• 230V AC, 50 Hz

• Power consumption: 16 W

• Power in standby: < 0.3 W

Dimensions (W × H × D):

• 434 × 135 × 331 mm

Weight:

• 7.6 kg

Included Accessories:

• Remote control (RC-1020)

• Power cable

• Instruction manual