Denon DR-M 44 HX

Data

General

• Manufacturer: Denon
• Model: DR-M 44 HX

Type: Cassette Tape Deck

• Years of manufacture: 1985 - 1990
• Made in: Japan
• Colors: Champagne, Black
• Remote control: RC-57 (optional)
• Power consumption: 25 W
• Dimensions: 434 x 115 x 286 mm (WxHxD)
• Weight: 6,3 kg
• Original price: 1'450 DM (RRP)

Connections

• Number of inputs: 1
  • Line: 77,5 mV / 50 kOhm
• Number of outputs: 2
  • Line: 775 mV / 47 kOhm
  • Headphones: 1.2 mW

Technical Data

• Audio heads: 3
• Motors:3
• Synchronous fluctuations: ± 0.035% (WRMS)
• Tape types: Normal / Chrome CrO2 / Pure Iron.
• Frequency response:
• Metal 25-20000 Hz
• Distortion factor:
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 75 dB (Dolby C).
• Auto Reverse: no
• Title search: no
• Dolby: B / C / HX-Pro
• MPX filter: yes
• Fader: no
• Pitch control: no
• CD synchro recording: no

Special Features

• Computer controlled servo technology
  • Double capstan belt transport in the control loop, direct drive
  • Noiseless jog keys
  • Motor-assisted computer control of belt travel functions
• Three-head design using SF combination head
• Calibration computer = precise pre-magnetization (BIAS) and equalization (Equalizer) to different types of tape
• Calculating linear counter with memory stop
• Two-colour peak indicator with extended measuring range (with automatic peak hold)
• Remote control jack
• Automatic band selector

Remarks

• Other models in the same series:
• Denon DR-M 11
• Denon DR-M 22
• Denon DR-M 33 HX
• Denon DR-M 44 HX

• Built for a very long time, still offered in the Denon 1989/1990 catalog as the top-of-the-line model (above the DRM-800).

Pictures

• Picture: Denon DR-M 44 HX in silver

• Picture: Denon DR-M 44 HX in black