Denon DLA-110 Limited Edition Moving Coil Cartridge

About The Denon DLA-110 110th Anniversary Limited Edition Moving Coil Cartridge

Celebrating over a century of audio innovation, Denon introduces the DLA-110 110th Anniversary Edition Moving Coil Cartridge—a testament to the brand's enduring commitment to sonic excellence. This limited-edition cartridge embodies Denon's rich heritage, offering audiophiles an unparalleled vinyl listening experience.

A Legacy of Excellence

The DLA-110 is a homage to Denon's storied past, featuring the legendary DL-103 phono cartridge, which has been in continuous production since 1964. Originally developed to meet the stringent standards of Japan's national broadcasting studios for wideband FM stereo broadcasting, the DL-103 set the benchmark for professional audio playback. Its adoption by nearly all professional broadcasting studios in Japan underscores its exceptional performance and reliability. 

Precision Engineering

At the heart of the DLA-110 lies a meticulously crafted moving coil (MC) cartridge, designed to deliver a rich and detailed soundscape. The cartridge boasts a square solid diamond stylus, renowned for its durability and precise tracking capabilities. This design ensures accurate reproduction of audio signals, capturing the nuances and depth of your favourite records.

Exclusive Silver-Graphite Headshell

True to the original headshell developed in the 1960s for radio broadcast, the DLA-110 features an exact reproduction of this design in a premium silver-graphite finish. Weighing a mere 6 grams, this lightweight headshell ensures secure and precise alignment of the cartridge, minimising unwanted vibrations. The result is a detailed and clean audio reproduction with extended low-frequency performance.

Superior Connectivity

Equipped with a bayonet connector, also known as the SME tonearm interface, the DLA-110 offers easy installation and high reliability. The gold-plated connectors enhance signal transmission, ensuring a pure and uncoloured audio output.

Exceptional Sound Quality

The DLA-110 is engineered to reproduce both stereo and mono LP records with remarkable fidelity. It offers excellent channel separation of 20dB or more at 100-500Hz and 15dB or more at 10kHz, delivering a spacious and immersive soundstage. The cartridge's wide frequency response, ranging from 20 Hz to 45 kHz, captures the full spectrum of sound, from deep bass to shimmering highs.

A Collector's Item

To commemorate this significant milestone, the DLA-110 comes encased in a luxurious, velvet-lined leather box, exuding sophistication and elegance. Each unit is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stamped with the approval of Denon's Head Engineer, affirming its exclusivity and craftsmanship. Furthermore, the DLA-110 is backed by a premium 5-year out-of-box warranty (excluding the stylus), offering peace of mind to discerning audiophiles.

Our Review

The Denon DLA-110 110th Anniversary Edition Moving Coil Cartridge is more than just a phono cartridge; it's a celebration of Denon's unwavering dedication to audio perfection. Whether you're a seasoned vinyl enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of analogue sound, the DLA-110 promises to elevate your listening experience, bringing your cherished records to life with unparalleled clarity and depth.

Main Features & Specifications

• Superior stability
• Double layer cantilever construction
• One point suspension
• Coils hand-wound at Shirakawa Audio Works, Japan
• Technical
  • Recommended Tracking Force: 2.3g to 2.7g
  • Output Voltage: 0.3 mV
  • Output Impedance: 40 Ohms
  • Recommended Resistance: 100 Ohms
  • Compliance: 5×10-6 cm / duvet
  • Channel Balance: 1 dB
  • Channel Separation: 24 dB 1 kHz
  • Frequency Response: 20-45,000 Hz
  • Weight: 18.5 grams (with headshell adapter)
• Physical
  • Exclusive Silver-Graphite Headshell
  • Pickup Body: Plastic
  • Coil Material: Copper
  • Magnetic Material: Ferrite
  • Stylus Tip: Spherical Diamond
  • Grinding: Spherical / 16.5 Micron round tip
• Made In Japan
• Includes a Certificate of Authenticity stamped with the approval of Denon’s Head Engineer and a premium 5 Year out-of-box Warranty (excluding stylus)

Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.