Denon DP-450USB – Belt-Drive Turntable with USB Recording & Built-in Phono Equalizer
The Denon DP-450USB is a premium belt-drive Hi-Fi turntable designed for both traditional vinyl playback and convenient vinyl digitisation. It combines a DC servo motor, 33⅓/45/78 rpm speed selection, static-balanced S-shaped tonearm, pre-mounted MM cartridge and switchable built-in phono equalizer. Its integrated USB-A recording function allows records to be converted directly to MP3 or WAV files on a compatible USB flash drive, while the automatic arm-lift and stop function provides added convenience at the end of a record.
Key Features
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Belt-Drive System: Belt-drive architecture helps isolate the platter from motor vibration for clean and stable vinyl playback.
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DC Servo Motor: Provides controlled platter rotation with electronic speed regulation.
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33⅓ / 45 / 78 rpm: Three selectable speeds provide compatibility with LPs, singles and suitable 78 rpm records.
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Speed Sensor: Integrated rotational sensing helps maintain precise platter speed.
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Static-Balanced S-Shaped Tonearm: 220mm effective-length tonearm provides adjustable tracking force and broad cartridge compatibility.
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Automatic Arm Lift: The tonearm automatically lifts when the record reaches the end.
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Automatic Stop: When enabled, the platter stops automatically at the end of playback.
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MM Cartridge Included: A moving-magnet cartridge is pre-mounted to the headshell for convenient setup.
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Replaceable Cartridge: Universal headshell design allows the supplied cartridge to be replaced with another compatible cartridge.
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Built-in Phono Equalizer: Switchable phono EQ allows connection to amplifiers and systems both with and without a dedicated phono input.
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USB Direct Recording: Converts vinyl playback directly to digital files on a compatible USB flash drive.
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MP3 Recording: Records directly in 44.1kHz / 192kbps MP3 format.
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WAV Recording: Records uncompressed audio at 44.1kHz / 16-bit WAV quality.
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MusiCut for DENON: Compatible software can be used to split MP3 recordings into individual tracks and edit track information.
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Removable Dust Cover: The included dust cover protects the turntable and can also be used as a record-sleeve display stand.
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Compact Design: Designed to integrate cleanly into modern stereo Hi-Fi systems.
Turntable Specifications
| Product Type |
Belt-Drive Hi-Fi Turntable with USB Recording |
| Drive System |
Belt Drive |
| Motor |
DC Servo Motor |
| Supported Speeds |
33⅓ / 45 / 78 rpm |
| Wow & Flutter |
0.1% WRMS |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio |
62dB |
| Speed Stabilisation |
Sensor-Controlled Rotation |
| Automatic Arm Lift at Record End |
Yes |
| Automatic Platter Stop |
Yes – When Auto Stop is Enabled |
| Automatic Arm Return |
No |
| Auto Stop Function |
Switchable On / Off |
Tonearm Specifications
| Tonearm Type |
Static-Balanced S-Shaped Tonearm |
| Effective Tonearm Length |
220mm |
| Overhang |
16mm |
| Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range |
0 – 4.0g |
| Stylus Pressure Graduation |
0.1g |
| Compatible Cartridge Weight |
5.0 – 13.0g |
| Headshell Type |
Universal / Removable |
| Headshell Weight |
11g Including Screws, Nuts, Washers and Lead Wires |
| Adjustable Tracking Force |
Yes |
| Adjustable Anti-Skating |
Yes |
Included Cartridge
| Cartridge Included |
Yes |
| Cartridge Type |
Moving Magnet (MM) |
| Rated Output – Equalizer Off |
2.5mV at 1kHz |
| Rated Output – Equalizer On |
150mV at 1kHz |
| Optimum Stylus Pressure |
2.0g |
| Replacement Stylus |
Denon DSN-85 |
| Cartridge Replaceable |
Yes |
| Compatible Cartridge Weight |
5.0 – 13.0g |
Phono Equalizer
| Built-in Phono Preamp |
Yes |
| Phono Equalizer |
Switchable On / Off |
| Supported Cartridge for Built-in EQ |
MM |
| Output – Equalizer Off |
Phono-Level |
| Output – Equalizer On |
Line-Level |
| Rated Output – EQ Off |
2.5mV / 1kHz |
| Rated Output – EQ On |
150mV / 1kHz |
| Frequency Range |
20Hz – 20kHz |
| Connection to PHONO Input |
Yes – Equalizer Off |
| Connection to AUX / LINE Input |
Yes – Equalizer On |
USB Recording
| USB Port |
USB Type-A |
| USB Standard |
USB 2.0 |
| Primary USB Function |
Direct Vinyl Recording to USB Memory Device |
| MP3 Recording |
44.1kHz / 192kbps |
| WAV Recording |
44.1kHz / 16-bit |
| Compatible Storage |
Mass Storage Class USB Flash Drive |
| Supported File Systems |
FAT16 / FAT32 |
| Direct Recording Without Computer |
Yes |
| USB Music Playback |
No |
| USB DAC Function |
No |
| Direct USB Connection to Computer |
No |
| External HDD Recording |
No |
| USB Hub Support |
No |
Vinyl Digitisation
| Analogue-to-Digital Recording |
Yes |
| Recording Destination |
Compatible USB Flash Drive |
| MP3 Format |
44.1kHz / 192kbps |
| WAV Format |
44.1kHz / 16-bit |
| Recording Controls |
Dedicated REC MP3 / REC WAV Controls |
| Automatic Recording Stop |
No – Recording Must Be Stopped Manually |
| MusiCut for DENON |
Supported for MP3 File Editing |
| Track Splitting |
Supported Through MusiCut Software |
| Metadata Editing |
Supported Through MusiCut Software for MP3 Files |
Audio Connectivity
| Analogue Audio Output |
Stereo RCA |
| Phono-Level Output |
Yes – Equalizer Off |
| Line-Level Output |
Yes – Equalizer On |
| Signal Ground Terminal |
Yes |
| Built-in Phono Equalizer |
Yes |
| USB Recording Output |
Yes |
| Optical Digital Output |
No |
| Coaxial Digital Output |
No |
| Bluetooth |
No |
| Wi-Fi |
No |
Automatic Playback Functions
| Manual Tonearm Cueing |
Yes |
| Automatic Start |
No |
| Automatic Tonearm Lift at End |
Yes |
| Automatic Platter Stop at End |
Yes |
| Automatic Tonearm Return |
No |
| Auto Stop On / Off Control |
Yes |
| Automatic Standby |
Yes – With Auto Stop Function Enabled |
Construction & Design
| Design |
Denon Design Series |
| Drive |
Belt Drive |
| Belt Material |
Rubber |
| Tonearm |
S-Shaped Static-Balance Design |
| Headshell |
Universal / Removable |
| Dust Cover |
Included / Removable |
| Dust Cover Secondary Function |
Record Sleeve Display Stand |
| Vibration-Resistant Construction |
Yes |
| External Power Adapter |
Yes |
General Specifications
| Brand |
Denon |
| Model |
DP-450USB |
| Product Type |
Belt-Drive Turntable with USB Recording |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) |
414 × 342 × 132mm |
| Weight |
Approximately 5.6kg Including Dust Cover |
| Power Supply |
100–240V AC, 50/60Hz via External Adapter |
| AC Adapter Output |
12V DC / 2A |
| Power Consumption |
10W |
| Standby Power Consumption |
0.5W or Less |
| Colour |
Black |
| Quantity |
Single Unit |
System Integration
The Denon DP-450USB can connect to both traditional phono-equipped Hi-Fi systems and equipment without a dedicated phono input. When connected to an amplifier's MM phono input, the DP-450USB's built-in equalizer should be switched off. When connected to an AUX, CD or other line-level input, the built-in phono equalizer can be switched on. Its USB-A port provides a separate digitisation function, allowing vinyl playback to be recorded directly to a compatible USB flash drive in MP3 or WAV format without requiring a computer during recording.