Denon DRM-500 (1989–1991)
A 2-head cassette deck made in Japan, with HX Pro and a mechanical tape counter, produced from 1989 to 1991.
Overview
The Denon DRM-500 is a stereo cassette deck made in Japan. It was produced from 1989 to 1991, so it was discontinued two years after its release. It takes Type I, CrO2, and Metal tapes and selects the tape type automatically. Noise reduction is Dolby B, C, and HX Pro. It has a mechanical 3-digit tape counter and a fine bias control for minor recording adjustments. Rack ears are included.
Specifications
| Heads | 2 heads |
| Tape counter | mechanical 3 digit tape counter |
| Features | memory stop |
| Features | automatic tape type selection |
| Tape types supported | Type I, CrO2, Metal |
| Noise Reduction | B, C, HX Pro |
| Frequency Response | 25Hz to 18kHz (Metal tape) |
| Original Price | approx.: 598 DM |
Design
The DRM-500 is a 2-head, single compact cassette design. The rack ears let it mount in standard audio racks.
Context
Denon sold the DRM-500 alongside other models in its DRM series, including the DRM-400, DRM-600, DRM-700, and DRM-800. No explicit product hierarchy is documented.
Market
Units have sold in very good condition for A$180, with other listings at $85.00 and $59.99. Original service manuals and operating instructions are available through third-party sellers.
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