Denon RCD-N11 – Network CD Stereo Receiver with HEOS® Built-in
The Denon RCD-N11 is a compact network CD stereo receiver designed for small to medium-sized Hi-Fi systems. It combines a 2-channel amplifier, slot-loading CD player, HEOS® Built-in network streaming, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, USB playback, optical digital inputs, analogue input, subwoofer output and FM/DAB+ radio support. Its 65W + 65W output into 4Ω allows it to drive a wide range of compatible passive speakers while providing convenient access to both physical and streamed music sources.
Key Features
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2-Channel Stereo Amplifier: Delivers 65W + 65W into 4Ω for compact yet capable stereo systems.
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Integrated CD Player: Plays conventional audio CDs and compatible data CDs containing supported digital audio files.
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HEOS® Built-in: Provides network music streaming and multi-room integration with compatible HEOS products.
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Dual-Band Wi-Fi: Supports both 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless networks.
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Ethernet: Allows a stable wired network connection through the rear RJ-45 port.
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Bluetooth: Enables direct wireless playback from compatible phones, tablets and computers.
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AirPlay 2: Supports wireless playback from compatible Apple devices.
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Spotify Connect: Allows direct streaming control from the Spotify app.
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Internet Radio: Supports internet radio playback through the HEOS platform.
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USB Playback: Compatible music files can be played directly from USB storage devices.
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Optical Digital Inputs: Allows compatible televisions and other digital sources to connect directly.
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Analogue Input: Provides connection for line-level analogue source components.
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Subwoofer Output: Allows a powered subwoofer to be added for a 2.1-channel system.
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DAB+ / FM Tuner: Supports digital and analogue radio reception on compatible regional models.
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Headphone Output: Provides private listening through compatible stereo headphones.
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Compact CEOL Design: Slim styling and touch-sensitive top controls suit modern living spaces.
Amplifier Specifications
| Product Type |
Network CD Stereo Receiver |
| Channels |
2 |
| Rated Output |
65W + 65W (4Ω, 1kHz, THD+N 0.7%) |
| Dynamic Power |
80W + 80W (4Ω, 1kHz, THD+N 10%) |
| Speaker Impedance |
4Ω – 16Ω |
| Analogue Input Sensitivity / Impedance |
200mV / 30kΩ |
| Total Harmonic Distortion |
0.1% (1kHz, 5W, 4Ω) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio |
90dB (10W, 4Ω, IHF-A) |
| Frequency Response |
10Hz – 40kHz (±3dB, Analogue Input) |
| Bass Control |
±10dB at 100Hz |
| Treble Control |
±10dB at 10kHz |
| SDB |
+8dB at 100Hz |
CD Player
| CD Playback |
Yes |
| Audio CD |
Supported |
| Data CD Playback |
Supported |
| Playable Frequency Response |
10Hz – 20kHz |
| Sampling Frequency |
44.1kHz |
| Wow & Flutter |
Below Measurable Limits (±0.001%) |
| Repeat Playback |
Yes |
| Random Playback |
Yes |
| Track Search |
Yes |
Network & Wireless Connectivity
| HEOS® Built-in |
Yes |
| Wi-Fi |
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Bands |
2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| Ethernet |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Version 4.1 |
| Bluetooth Profiles |
A2DP 1.2 / AVRCP 1.5 |
| Bluetooth Codec |
SBC |
| Bluetooth Range |
Approximately 30m Line of Sight |
| Bluetooth Audio Range |
20Hz – 20kHz |
| AirPlay 2 |
Yes |
| Spotify Connect |
Yes |
| Internet Radio |
Yes |
| NAS / PC Playback |
Yes |
| HEOS Multi-Room |
Yes |
Streaming & Music Services
| Spotify |
Supported |
| Amazon Music |
Supported via HEOS |
| TIDAL |
Supported via HEOS |
| Internet Radio |
Supported |
| Network Music Libraries |
Supported |
| Multi-Room Playback |
Supported through HEOS |
Audio Inputs & Outputs
| Analogue Audio Input |
Yes |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
Yes |
| USB Input |
Yes |
| Ethernet Port |
Yes |
| Speaker Outputs |
1 × Stereo Pair |
| Subwoofer Output |
Yes |
| Headphone Output |
Yes |
| HDMI |
No |
| Phono Input |
No |
Radio Tuner
| FM Tuner |
Yes |
| FM Receiving Range |
87.50 – 108.00MHz |
| FM Sensitivity |
1.2μV / 75Ω |
| FM Channel Separation |
42dB at 1kHz |
| FM Signal-to-Noise Ratio |
70dB |
| DAB+ |
Yes – RCD-N11DAB Model |
| DAB Frequency Range |
174.928 – 239.200MHz |
| DAB Sensitivity |
-85dBm |
| DAB Signal-to-Noise Ratio |
85dB |
Control & Convenience
| HEOS App Control |
Yes |
| Remote Control |
Included |
| Top-Panel Touch Controls |
Yes |
| Display |
Front OLED Display |
| Tone Controls |
Bass / Treble / SDB |
| Sleep Timer |
Yes |
| Auto Standby |
Yes |
| Last Function Memory |
Yes |
General Specifications
| Brand |
Denon |
| Model |
RCD-N11 / RCD-N11DAB |
| Series |
CEOL N11 |
| Product Type |
Network CD Stereo Receiver |
| Amplifier Output |
65W + 65W into 4Ω |
| Speaker Compatibility |
4Ω – 16Ω |
| Network Platform |
HEOS® Built-in |
| Wireless Connectivity |
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / AirPlay 2 |
| Available Finishes |
Black / White / Grey – Region Dependent |
| Quantity |
Single Unit |
System Integration
The Denon RCD-N11 can act as the central component of a compact stereo Hi-Fi system by directly powering a pair of passive speakers. A powered subwoofer can be added through the dedicated subwoofer output, while CD, USB, analogue, optical digital, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, internet radio, NAS and HEOS streaming sources can all be accessed from the same unit. The RCD-N11DAB version also adds DAB+ and FM radio reception.