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DENON DP-47F:A superb high-fidelity Japanese "Golden Era" turntable!Item DescriptionThe Denon DP-47F is a direct-drive turntable that was released in Japan in 1985, during the "Golden Era" of Japanese audiophile equipment. Denon turntables from this era have a phenomenal reputation worldwide for high-quality playback performance and excellent build quality. With proper care, these decks have lasted decades. The DP-47F itself has had almost universal praise over the years, for its exceptional build and sound quality. This turntable is fully automatic, with a non-contact electric servo arm.This particular unit is in very good condition, with some wear throughout (please see pictures), including some scratches and yellowing. The dust cover has some scratches and a small crack on back side. Our professional technician has thoroughly checked and tested this turntable, confirming its flawless operation. Both 33 and 45 settings work perfectly, and the platter rotation is like clockwork.Additional InformationTechnical SpecificationsSerial : 1535323Country/Region of Manufacture : JAPANPower Supply : 100V 7W 50/60 HzAccessories -Denon Headshell & DL-80MC Cartridge-Dust Cover-Rubber mat-HingesCartridge PolicyCartridge and styluses are free gifts, so we don't accept returns or refunds for damage of cartridges and styluses.Dust Cover PolicyThough it is unlikely to happen due to our meticulous packaging procedures, turntable dust covers do occasionally break in transit. The dust cover should therefore be treated as a free gift.Transit ScrewsSince items are in used condition, they don't have the transit screws sometimes. We kindly ask for your understanding.VoltagePlease check the power requirements for this device and the specifications of your power supply. If you need to use this item in a 220-240 V environment, you'll need a transformer. We sell high quality Japanese compact transformers (Nissyo), which will allow you to use this item safely and with good performance in your country.IMPORT TAX・Import duties, taxes, and other charges which are not included in the item price or shipping charges are the buyer’s responsibility.・Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying.・Except in the case of faulty or damaged items, refunds do not include any return shipping or shipping charges. Your return shipping charge will be deducted from your refund if you receive any.
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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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