Turntables — Denon DP-450USB

The DP-450USB is an accessible belt-drive turntable with built-in USB output from Denon, built with an exceptional wow-and-flutter figure. The DP-450USB brings Denon's considered engineering to a serious, digitisation-ready analogue playback platform.

Key specs that matter

Three speeds are supported - 33, 45, and 78rpm - via belt drive with a DC motor. Wow and flutter is an exceptional 0.08% - an excellent figure for this price tier. Signal-to-noise ratio is 65dB. At 414 x 342 x 132mm and 5.8kg, the DP-450USB maintains a manageable, accessible turntable chassis with the added convenience of direct USB digitisation.

Sound and use context

Expect exceptionally stable, precise rotational speed reflecting the exceptional 0.08% wow-and-flutter figure, with the comprehensive three-speed capability accommodating vintage 78rpm discs alongside standard vinyl.

Pairing

The built-in USB output allows direct digitisation of vinyl playback to a computer without needing a separate audio interface.

Alternatives

Other manufacturers' comparable USB-equipped belt-drive turntables offer alternatives for buyers wanting to compare digitisation features at a similar price point.