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Denon DL-55 II
The Denon DL-55 II opens the maker's MC lineup at the entry level. Its 0.3 mV output requires a dedicated MC phono input or a step up transformer. The elliptical stylus tracks from 1.5 to 2.1 g with 1.8 g nominal. The stylus is integrated, so a worn diamond goes out for retipping.
- Class:
Entry-Level
- Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D)
- 4.5 g
- Output Voltage
- 0.3 mV
- Frequency Response
- 20–55 000 Hz
- Channel Separation
- 25 dB
- Channel Balance
- ≤ 1 dB
- Recommended Load
- > 100 Ω
- Tracking Force
- 1.5–2.1 g (nominal 1.8 g)
- Compliance Value
- 10 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne (100 Hz)
- Cantilever
- double-structure tapered cantilever (aluminum pipe)
Additional Info
The Denon DL-55 II is balanced and forgiving with a naturally smooth character. Its tapered dual-construction aluminum cantilever delivers a relaxed, non-fatiguing top end paired with a warm midrange, so vocals sound organic rather than clinical. Solid imaging without pinpoint sharpness keeps jazz and vocal material enjoyable across systems. The stylus is integrated, so once worn only a retip helps.
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add 02/01/2026 · upd. 08/02/2026