The DCD-900NE features a sturdy anti-vibration chassis and cabinet. The design also serves to visually complement other Denon Hi-Fi components such as the PMA-900HNE integrated network streaming amplifier.
CD playback compatibility includes CD/CD-R/CD-RW discs. CDs with MP3 and WMA files are also playable. HDCD discs are playable, but access to the 4-bit extension is not provided. SACD playback capability is not included (according to the specs provided by Denon).
The DCD-900NE includes Denon’s AL32 Processing Plus. This feature includes interpolation algorithms, up-sampling, and bit extension for more precise sound reproduction.
If streaming isn’t important, you can also pair the DCD-900NE with the PMA-1700NE no-frills integrated amplifier.
With this duo, you can not only enjoy your CD collection but stream music from popular services, as well as audio for gaming and TV viewing.
In addition to CD playback, the DCD-900NE provides a front-panel USB port for the connection of a USB flash drive. USB playback supports both standard and Hi-res audio digital audio formats including MP3, WMA, AAC and WAV, FLAC HD, ALAC, AIFF (up to 192-kHz/24bit), and DSD (up to 5.6-MHz).
The DCD-900 includes a Pure Direct option. If you prefer listening to your CDs via the analog audio outputs, selecting pure direct turns off the player’s front panel display and makes the digital optical/coaxial audio outputs inactive. The idea is to eliminate any internal interference that may affect analog audio playback quality.
Analog RCA and Digital Optical/Coaxial audio outputs are also provided, as well as wired remote control connections for integration with other components or systems.
The Denon DCD-900NE comes with a wireless remote in addition to onboard controls.