Denon DCP-50 (1990–1992)
A portable CD player made in Japan, sold with a suede-type finish and aimed at personal high-fidelity listening.
Overview
The Denon DCP-50 is a portable compact disc player built from 1990 to 1992. Made in Japan, it was sold as a personal high-fidelity player with a suede-type finish. It plays standard CD media and has a high-level output on a mini jack. It belonged to a series that included the DCP-7D and DCP-30. The source material gives no details on the internal parts or the audio performance.
Specifications
| Product Type | Portable Compact Disc Player |
| Playable Media Format | CD |
| Connections | High level (mini jack) |
| Made in | Japan |
| Years of manufacture | 1990–1992 |
| Original price approx. | 500 DM |
Design
The DCP-50 has a suede-type finish with a luxury look. The source material doesn't say what colors it came in. The design favors portability and a premium feel in the hand.
Context
The Denon DCP-50 sat in a product line with the DCP-7D and DCP-30. It came before the DCP-150 or overlapped with it. At least one known service offered internal upgrades from DCP-50 to DCP-150 specifications.
Market
The DCP-50 turns up on the used market, sometimes listed for parts or repair. Compatible replacement AC/DC adapters are available. Some units are noted to be in excellent condition after decades, with the case, manual, and disc still with them.
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