Denon DR-M 24 HX specifications

Brand : Denon

Then DRM-700 (1989), DRM-700A (1990-1991), DRM-710 (1992-1993) and DRM-740 (1994).

Closed Loop Dual Capstan drive
3 heads (recording/playback head is a Sendust ferrite head)
3 motors, two of them for the drive, a small servo motor for auxiliary services (sensor keys, head carriage)
Automatic band type detection
Dolby HX PRO
Dolby B and C Noise reduction
MPX filter (switchable)
Output level - setting the output power at line out at the same time
Frequency response: on metal cassette (IEC IV): 25- 20,000 Hz +/- 3dB, at -20 dB
Synchronisation fluctuations: only 0.04 % DIN, rated (cf. Audio 4/1988, p.22). 0,045 % WRMS
Rewinding of a C60 cassette: approx. 90 sec., a C90 cassette: approx. 130 sec. (Audio 4/1988, p.22)
Signal-to-noise ratio (Dolby C): more than 75 dB (CCIR/ ARM)
Channel separation: more than 40 dB (at 1 kHz)
Crosstalk attenuation: more than 65 dB (at 1 kHz)
Power consumption: 18 W

Three-head deck with Backband control and monitor switching
Dual -capstan drive (dual- capstan)
Bias controller
Recording calibration controller (level)
Output level controller "Output Level", at the same time headphone output controller
Input Record balance controller, right/left separable
Illuminated cassette compartment
4-digit digital counter - numeric
Large digital display
Memory stop (rewinding to "0" mark)
Peak-level meter, left/right
Electronic relay-controlled operating buttons (tap buttons)

Flat device, it has almost no feet ("stub feet ")
Back panel made of plastic (Denon - typical at this time)
The dimensions of the housing are the same as those of the DR-M 22, DR-M 30 HX and DR-M 20.
Other models of the same series:
- DR-M 10 HX
- DR-M 12 HX
- DR-M 14 HX
- DR-M 24 HX
- DR-M 34 HR

The 2-series started with the DR-M 2 ( 1982). After that came: DR-M 22 (1985-1987), DR-M 20 (1986-1987) and DR-M 24 HX (late 1987/1988 in the Denon catalog).

Hifi Vision 3/1988: Top class (reference to plastic housing)
Stereoplay 8/1988: Top class III (at that time mainly price-related, second best rating)
Audio 4/1988: Top class, sound: 70 points (chrome), 4 ears (!), Test winner

Denon DR-M 24 HX