Denon DR-M 20

Data[edit]

General

  • Manufacturer: Denon
  • Model: DR-M 20
  • Type: Single
  • Year of manufacture: 1986
  • Made in: Japan
  • Color: silver / black
  • Remote control: No
  • Mains voltage: 220V 50-60Hz
  • Power consumption: 19 W
  • Dimensions: 434 x 115 x 286 cm
  • Weight: 5.6 kg
  • Original price: approx. 900 DM


Connections

  • Number of inputs: 1
    • Line in: Cinch (RCA)
  • Number of outputs: 2

Line out: Cinch (RCA) Headphones, adjustable via output controller


Technical data

  • sound heads: 3
  • Motors: 3, two for the drive, one as servo ("actuator" for the head carriage, among other things)
  • Synchronisation fluctuations: 0,045% WRMS
  • Belt types: Normal, Chrome, Metal
  • Frequency response: 20-19.000 Khz
    • Metal: 20 - 21,000 Hz
  • Distortion factor:
  • Signal-to-noise ratio: 73 dB
  • Auto-Reverse: No
  • Track search: No
  • Dolby: B, C


Special Features

  • Closed dual capstan drive for clean synchronization
  • Rear band control and monitor circuit
  • Split Power Supplied Audio Amplifier
  • Computer controlled, almost silent servo motor technology
  • Non-slip rewind drive,
  • Tape tightening after cassette insertion
  • Sensor jog keys
  • Automatic tape type selection
  • Pre-magnetization controller (BIAS tuning)
  • 4-digit digital tape counter, numerical
  • Illuminated cassette compartment
  • Output level control, also headphone output control

Memory button MPX filter switchable

Remarks[edit]

  • Somewhat purist features. Only sparse, small feet, as the design should be as flat as possible, plastic back.
  • "Little brother" of the DR-M 30 HX, from which it differs in the absence of Dolby HX Pro and a remote sensor.


Pictures[edit]

DR-M20.jpg

Reports[edit]

  • No tests in German-language magazines (!)
  • Test in Hifi Review, Nov/Dec 1986 (UK)

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