Denon DRM-550 Cassette Tape Deck
This Denon DRM-550 is a stereo cassette deck with Dolby B/C and HX-Pro noise reduction, it was first sold by Denon in 1995 with a list price of USD $250.
The main features of the Denon DRM-550 are: 2 heads, digital tape counter with 4 digits, tape type selection and capable of handling normal, chrome and metal tapes, belt driven single-capstan transport.
Typical front loading cassette deck with the cassette compartiment located on the left side of the deck. Tape eject is operated mechanically and the cassette needs to be placed with the side to be played facing forward in the cassette well.
Level meters used on the DRM-550 are generic digital peak reading meters. Full-logic transport controls used on the DRM-550 let it respond to the slightest finger contact for fast and effortless transport function selection.
Dolby C-type used in the DRM-550 provides 20 dB of noise reduction above about 1,000 Hz, fully doubling the amount given by B-type. The Dolby HX PRO system provides precise bias control during recording to reduce distortion and improve linearity in the high-frequency range, the result is recorded sound that is highly faithful to the original.
For undisturbed listening a jack connector for a pair of stereo headphones is supplied.
Historic events
Features of Denon DRM-550
Headphones
4-Digıt Digital Counter
Digital Peak-Reading Meters
Record Protection
Silver Finish
Orientation Left
Front Loading
Stereo
2 Head Desiǥn
4 Track / 2 Channel
Dolby-B Noise Reduction
Dolby-C Noise Reduction
Dolby HX Pro®
Full Logic Transport Control
Alternating Current
1⅞ ips - 4.76 cm/s
Normal Tape Capabılity
Chrome Tape Capabılity
Metal Tape Capabılity
Auto Shutoff
Sìngle Capsŧan Transport
Belt Drive (Capsŧan)
Mechanical Tape Loading
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