Denon is one of the rare music brands that continue to actively develop Hi-Fi components, as well as develop and implement technologies. The capabilities of the Denon PMA-1600NE go far beyond the limits set by the previous generation of PMA-1500 series amplifiers. Thanks to Denon's unique technologies, the PMA-1600NE is truly a masterpiece in its class. Thanks to a built-in USB port and a high-quality Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC), the amplifier plays music files in high-resolution format, up to 384 kHz/32 bit and in DSD format (up to 11.2 MHz), allowing you to get perfect sound quality from your computer. For better audio reproduction from analog inputs, the PMA-1600NE is equipped with a special Analog Mode mode, which allows you to disable all unused amplifier circuits, such as digital inputs, to improve sound quality.
The device uses the proprietary UHC (Ultra High Current)-MOS topology, that is, it is made according to a push-pull circuit on high-power field-effect transistors capable of delivering high current to the load with minimal distortion. This circuit combines high output power and the ability to masterfully reproduce the full sound range of any style, from the subtle musical nuances of jazz performers to the powerful climaxes of a symphony orchestra.
The design of the PMA-1600NE amplifier chassis allows you to prevent unwanted vibrations that affect the sound quality. The chassis consists of 6 independent units consisting of a phono correction unit, an input interface unit, an equalizer and volume control unit, a unit with a USB DAC, an amplifier unit, and a control unit. The blocks are made of steel plates with a thickness of 1.0 mm, which protect the signal circuits from external vibration and eliminate unfavorable mutual interference between the circuits. The power supply unit is located in the center of the PMA-1600NE and is equipped with powerful radiators on both sides. The power transformer, radiator and chassis mounts are made of vibration-absorbing ABS plastic.
For digital inputs, the PMA-1600NE uses Advanced AL32 Plus, the latest version of the analog signal processor, which uses unique data interpolation algorithms and supports high-resolution signals up to 384 kHz / 32-bit. These interpolation algorithms allow you to approximate the received signal to the original analog sound by carefully restoring data that was lost during digital recording. As a result, the sound is reproduced in great detail, without interference, the sources are clearly localized in space, the sound is rich and expressive over the entire range and corresponds to the original as much as possible.
The PMA-1600NE is equipped with a high-speed digital isolator to eliminate the negative impact on the sound quality of high-frequency noise from a computer connected via a USB port. The isolator uses microchips to transform the signal and allows for galvanic isolation of input and output signals, reducing the adverse effects of high-frequency interference on analog amplifier circuits. The PMA-1600NE also uses a special secondary winding of the digital circuit power transformer to remove noise from the power supply.
When using analog signal sources, the Analog Mode mode is activated, which turns off the power to the digital circuits and avoids any interference in the analog section. Analog Mode also disables the display, allowing the PMA-1600NE to operate as a pure analog amplifier (with the digital optical and coaxial inputs disabled and the USB-B input disabled).
The PMA-1600NE provides USB DAC functions and supports high-resolution DSD formats of 11.2 MHz and 384 kHz / 32-bit PCM. Transmitting a DSD stream from a computer supports both ASIO output and DoP (DSD over PCM) technology. The asynchronous mode of operation of the DAC in the PMA-1600NE avoids the influence of jitter by using a separate synchronization master clock. This is the only way to be sure that your digital devices are perfectly synchronized. The PMA-1600NE DAC provides the highest-level 384 kHz/32-bit sampling rate for clear, natural sound. The PMA-1600NE includes a phono corrector that supports input from MM and MS cartridges. This phono corrector has a high gain, and its "simple and direct" design allows you to transmit sound without distortion. The PMA-1600NE is equipped with a MM / MS relay switch, which simplifies the circuit board design and reduces the impact on sound, allowing you to play the most subtle nuances of music.
The PMA-1600NE comes with a remote control that can also work with the DCD-1600NE player and other Denon components. A low-noise display on the front panel shows the type of source selected and how often the source is discredited.
Universal, modern.
There is no switching outputs to acoustics.
People with a hearing that do not suffer from technology with an audiosophy will appeal the apparatus.
In the amplifier there is a phonorrector for connecting a turntable, a DAC for connecting to a PC or tablet, smartphone. In principle, a tablet with an adapter in a DAC for USB/Lightning removes the need for a separate media player. There are analog and digital entrances.
The amplifier is relatively easy to use.
Directly transformed by sound, which is noticeable.
The amplifier must be heated when placed in close conditions. He warms up as analog equipment in half an hour after turning on, and not as an audiophilia six months after the purchase.
The "modest" 70 watts (on the channel, at 8 Ohms) require a spaciousness to strengthen and scope from 1/4 of the volume adjustment. Therefore, in a typical room for 15 square meters, he is crowded.
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Original reviews
Convenient control from the remote control, excellent exit to the AC, music is the class
The headphone exit disappointed, the phonor -corrector is weak, better (subjectively) sounds from the phono -corrector from the turntable
I compared the sound from the headphones of the D7200 directly from the media player and the stereo system. The stereo -amplifier loses in beauty, you have to display the timbre (both) to the maximum, but the brightness in the picture of the sound relatively direct inclusion in the media player appeared. Unfortunately, I bought a diabetes without a direct exit and the sound on the speakers is better than on the headphones. This is the first case in my many years of practice.
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Original reviews
Excellent manufacturing quality, "beautiful" scheme, stylish design.
An overstated price, a wretched remote control, a timbre -block for an amateur.
Was acquired to replace the old, but legendary Harman-Kardon HK-675. Numerous recommendations of "audiophiles" and purely Japanese origin played their role in the choice. However, the first comparative listening to the “on the go” revealed that this amplifier for wealth and power in the low -frequency range and nearby does not stand with its cheaper colleague in China. Even the lower range Denon does not overlap complete pallor to the rest of its spectrum. Maybe from the point of view of audiophilia, this is a sign of the “correct bass”, but I personally prefer to rely on the reliability of the sound, and not an imposed flavor.
Another unpleasant surprise was that for some reason the Japanese engineers seemed interesting to the idea that the timbral block in the oscillator was corrected only in the strip above 100-120 Hz. Dense and elastic bass, of course, is good, but this is not about this particular case. With the HF, things are much better, although not without comments that can already be attributed to the nit -picking. Otherwise, this unit at its considerable price did not demonstrate any advantages. By the way, the DAC in sound also does not exceed the cheaper analogues that will reveal any comparative “blind” test.
And one more “itching” question for Japanese engineers - on what kind of Lyad they stuck two consistently connected transformers?
The rest of the amplifier can be considered relatively balanced, but devoid of universality, because There are many audiomaterials, where in its case and in the absence of subtleal systems, as in younger models, you can’t do without a sub, especially with such features of a timbre block, when to use it once again, there is no desire.
The only reason I put 4 stars of this unit is that he personally costs me for only 90 thousand, since he does not sound at all for the announced money, and the remote control is just an egregious example of the buzz of its manufacturers: if this is given The model belongs to the premium line, they could ensure the equipment as all-metal as in the PMA-2500, and not with a penny plastic disgrace.
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Original reviews
A purebred Japanese, a good DAC on board, a corporate Denonov sound.
Denon plays well with acoustics with metal squeaks, silk has a slight drawback of high.
What is the plus of the denon - buying it, you already know how it will play with one or another acoustics.
Denon’s bass is slightly bloated and dirty. He needs bright acoustics. He listened to him with tusks, Dali, PSB - there were not enough high frequencies. With metal squeaks, tape, it plays perfectly.
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Original reviews
The sound is excellent.
Definitely high price
I don’t know, 2 thousand bucks for such an amplifier, in my opinion, is a little expensive. Yes, the sound is gorgeous. Denon, as usual, gives out a bright, dynamic, powerful sound. I had 710, listened to 1,500. They also have a Japanese assembly. And now Kiaty. Unless except for the tops. Therefore, for the added entrance to Yusby, raise prices to heaven, it seems to me not ok
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Original reviews
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