DP-35F vs Technics SL-Q2
The SL-Q2's wow & flutter is 0.025% against the DP-35F's 0.012%, its tracking force 2.5 g against 1.8 g, and its effective length 230 mm against 220 mm. Both share drive type (Direct).
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The Denon DP-35F is a fully-automatic direct-drive turntable manufactured between 1983 and 1987 in Japan. It incorporates Denon's dynamic servo tracer system (Q-damping method) to electronically damp low frequency resonance caused by cartridge compliance and tonearm mass, enhancing sound clarity and reducing distortion. The turntable features a lightweight, dynamically balanced straight tube tonearm with an effective length of 220mm and 16mm overhang, optimized for high compliance cartridges. It uses a linear drive motor with servo control by frequency detection and phase servo control, providing stable rotational accuracy at 33 1/3 and 45 rpm speeds. The platter is a 30mm aluminum diecast design, and the unit achieves a wow and flutter below 0.012% WRMS and a signal-to-noise ratio over 78 dB. The DP-35F includes Denon's unique magnetic record detection system and is housed in a cabinet made of high density compound (HDC) to minimize vibrations and anti-howling effects. The cartridge supplied is a Denon DL-60 MM type with a stylus force of 1.8g, although U.S. and Canadian models may not include the cartridge. Dimensions are approximately 434 x 135 x 412 mm, weighing about 7 kg. The turntable supports fully automatic operation with auto start, stop, and return functions, making it user-friendly and reliable for vinyl enthusiasts.
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The SL-Q2's wow & flutter is 0.025% against the DP-35F's 0.012%, its tracking force 2.5 g against 1.8 g, and its effective length 230 mm against 220 mm. Both share drive type (Direct).
The QL-A2's wow & flutter is 0.025% against the DP-35F's 0.012% and its tracking force 1.5 g against 1.8 g. Both share effective length (220 mm) and drive type (Direct).
The QL-F6's wow & flutter is 0.025% against the DP-35F's 0.012% and its effective length 233 mm against 220 mm. Both share tracking force (1.8 g) and drive type (Direct).
The PS-150's wow & flutter is 0.030% against the DP-35F's 0.012%, its tracking force 2.5 g against 1.8 g, and its effective length 216.5 mm against 220 mm. Both share drive type (Direct).
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