Denon DR-M 30 HX

General

General

• Manufacturer: Denon
• Model: DR-M 30 HX
• Type: Single
• Years of manufacture: 1986-1987
• Made in: Japan
• Color: silver / black
• Remote control: yes, sensor built-in
• Mains voltage: 220V 50-60Hz
• Power consumption: 18W
• Dimensions: 434 x 115 x 286 cm
• Weight: 5,6 kg
• Original price approx. 1000 DM,

Connections

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

• Number of outputs: 2

Line out: Cinch (RCA) Headphones 6,3mm, adjustable via output level control

Technical data

• sound heads: 3
• Motors: 3, two of them for the drive, one as servo (= actuator, head carriage etc.)
• Synchronisation fluctuations: 0.045% WRMS, 0.09% DIN (Test Stereo 1/87),
• Tape types: Normal, Chrome, Metal
• Frequency response: 25 - 19.000 Hz
• Distortion factor:
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 76 dB (Metal).
• Auto Reverse: No
• Track search: No
• Dolby: B, C, HX Pro
• MPX Filter (switchable)

Special Features

• Dual Capstan- drive for clean synchronization
• Computer-controlled, almost noiseless servo motor technology
• rear band control (monitor circuit)
• non-slip winding drive
• Sensor buttons
• Remote control Denon RC-101
• Automatic tape type selection
• Pre-magnetisation controller (BIAS tuning)
• 4-digit digital tape counter
• Illuminated cassette compartment
• Output level control (also for headphones)
• Memory button

Remarks

• Closely related - externally well visible - to the DR-M20. Only difference: Remote control.
• Plastic back panel and parts of the base plate.
• Only sparse, small feet, as the design should be as flat as possible
• The dimensions of the cabinet are the same as those of the DR-M 22, DR-M 24 HX and DR-M 20.
• Other models in the same series:
  • DR-M 10
  • DR-M 20
  • DR-M 30 HX

Pictures

Reviews

• Stereoplay 2/1987: Top class III (list of best speakers started only from top class II)
• Audio 11/1986: Top class, good, 65 points, 4 ears (!)
• Stereo 1/1987: Excellent, 3 stars, top class (9), test winner: "A thick stereo recommendation for this puristic deck!" (S.26)
• Hifi Vision 11/1986: top class, 2nd place