Denon DCD-620 (1988–1990)
A compact disc player made in Japan, produced from 1988 to 1990 with a 1989–1990 market presence and an original price of approximately 595 Deutsche Mark.
Overview
The Denon DCD-620 is a CD player manufactured by Denon in Japan. It was produced from 1988 to 1990 and positioned within Denon’s mid-range CD player lineup of the late 1980s. The unit features a KSS-210A CD mechanism and uses either the PCM56P-L or PCM61P-L DAC chips in dual configuration, paired with the SM5818AP filter IC. It supports standard audio CD playback and delivers line-level analog output for integration into stereo systems.
Specifications
| Disc format | CD |
| Digital converter | 2 x PCM56P-L / PCM61P-L - SM5818AP |
| CD Mechanism | KSS-210A |
| Frequency response | 2Hz to 20kHz |
| Dynamic range | 96dB |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | 100dB |
| Total harmonic distortion | 0.004% |
| Line output | 2V |
| Power consumption | 12 W |
| Dimensions | 434 x 103 x 315 mm (WxHxD) |
| Weight | 3.8 kg |
| Production years | 1988 - 1990 |
| Made in | Japan |
| Original price | 595 DM |
Market
The Denon DCD-620 has appeared in recent market listings with sale prices around $250 USD, though some units sell for as low as $40 or $90 depending on condition. Common operational issues include the disc drawer getting stuck or moving choppily, often related to transport rail friction or laser lens contamination. Maintenance such as cleaning the laser lens and lubricating the transport rails has been reported to resolve skipping and tray movement problems. Units are occasionally listed as partly working or for repair.
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