Denon, being one of the oldest brands in the Hi-Fi and Hi-End equipment market, continues to develop new solutions and implement modern technologies. The Denon PMA-1600NE integrated stereo amplifier is an improved successor to the legendary PMA-1500 model. And of course, it features broader functional capabilities.
Features of the Denon PMA-1600NE Audio Equipment
The amplifier has a push-pull circuit based on UHC-MOS (field-effect) transistors. This provides a wide dynamic range. As a result – deep bass with detailed high frequencies. It has two power transformers for powering the analog and digital sections. Additionally, modes like Source Direct and Analog Mode allow bypassing all additional circuits and disabling digital chains. This enables direct signal input to the amplification section, avoiding any interference in the analog section.
The digital path of the PMA-1600NE integrates the Advanced AL32 Plus processor. It is effective for signal processing with special interpolation algorithms that approximate the original analog signal by detailed data restoration.
The Denon PMA-1600NE amplifier features an integrated asynchronous USB-DAC with a dedicated master clock. It supports Hi-Res formats PCM 384 kHz/32-bit and DSD 11.2-MHz, via both ASIO and DoP (DSD over PCM). The asynchronous DAC mode helps avoid significant jitter influence by using a separate synchronization block.
The stereo amplifier PMA-1600NE contains a high-gain MM/MC phono preamp with a simplified circuit, which helps reduce external influences on the sound.
Technical Specifications of the Denon PMA-1600NE Stereo Amplifier
| Channels | 2 |
| Output Power (8 Ohms) | 70 W + 70 W
(20 kHz – 20 kHz, S/N 0.07%) |
| Output Power (4 Ohms) | 140 W + 140 W
(1 kHz, S/N 0.7%) |
| Power Transformers | 2 |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 108 dB (line); 74 dB (MC); 89 dB (MM) |
| Bi-Wiring | Yes |
| Bi-Amping | No |
| Direct Mode | Yes |
| Adjustments | Balance, bass, treble |
| Phono Preamp | MM/MC |
| Line Inputs | 3 |
| Line Outputs | 1 |
| Digital Inputs | USB-B, S/PDIF: optical (2), coaxial (1) |
| DAC | PCM1795 (asynchronous mode) |
| Bit-Perfect | Yes |
| Supported Digital Formats (S/PDIF) | PCM 192 kHz / 24-bit |
| Supported Digital Formats (USB) | PCM 384 kHz/32-bit; DSD256/11.2-MHz |
| Remote Control | Yes (RC-1213) |
| Auto Power Off | Yes |
| Power Cable | Detachable |
| Power Consumption | 295 W |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 434 x 414 x 135 mm |
| Weight | 17.6 kg |
Plus, it cannot be overlooked that externally, the Denon PMA-1600NE looks like equipment from the High-End class. Stylish, rich, and very attractive design creates that indescribable feeling of perfection. The stereo amplifier is available in two colors – black and silver. Both options look very dignified from the outside. It cannot be said that the audio equipment will freely fit into any interior. But it will be very hard to miss it in a room.
