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Excellent condition. Spins perfectly at 33 & 45rpm with auto quartzlock feature. Rare black trim version. Comes with Stanton L720E Cartrishe. Plinth in great shape, as is dust cover : no cracks, somes light scratches. 120V USA MODEL
At US$599, this Denon DP-47F is slightly ambitious compared to the tight used market, sitting US$49 above the US$550 median and just under the US$552 75th percentile from our database of five recent listings. While new Denon entry-level turntables often cost US$300–US$400, this direct-drive model’s vintage appeal and fully automatic operation keep its used value in the US$545–US$552 range, making US$599 a fair but not bargain price.
The DP-47F remains well-regarded for its robust direct-drive motor, reliable auto-return mechanism, and smooth operation—ideal for listeners who want vinyl without manual fuss. Its 100V rating (seen in some listings) suggests it may be a Japanese import, which can add rarity for collectors. If this listing includes the original dust cover, platter, and belt, and shows no motor or tonearm wear, it’s a solid buy for enthusiasts seeking a dependable auto-turntable at a reasonable premium over the median.
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Denon traces its origins to 1910, when American entrepreneur Frederick Whitney Horn founded Japan's first audio equipment company, Nipponophone, initially focused on gramophones and records. The Denon brand emerged in 1939 from the merger of Japan Denki Onkyo—combining "den" for electricity and "on" for sound—with other entities, marking a shift toward professional audio development. This heritage includes pioneering Japan's first professional disc recorder in 1945, used to capture Emperor Hirohito's voice, and launching the nation's first long-playing records in 1951.
The brand excels across a broad spectrum of hi-fi categories, from amplifiers, turntables, and tuners to loudspeakers, cassette decks, and phono cartridges. Denon's innovations extend to digital frontiers, such as the world's first practical PCM recorder in the early 1970s, the inaugural CD player in 1981, and early home theater systems with Dolby Digital in 1995. Today, its lineup encompasses AV receivers, headphones, wireless streaming solutions like HEOS, and high-channel processors, blending professional-grade components with consumer accessibility.
Denon holds a commanding position as a mid-to-high-end mainstay in the hi-fi market, revered for its blend of technological firsts, robust build quality, and balanced sound signatures that appeal to discerning enthusiasts. No longer a vintage collector's niche, it competes confidently against premium rivals, backed by over a century of audio leadership and strategic partnerships like its merger with Marantz.
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