Denon has announced the launch of the DP-500BT, a new premium turntable designed to bridge the gap between traditional analog records and modern wireless audio.
The device has launched today, March 17, with a retail price of $1,199 CAD (it’s $899 in the US). This is a cool way to get vinyl back in your life without needing a complex web of wires and amplifiers.
The turntable features a precision belt drive system and an aluminum die-cast platter to ensure stable playback. It also includes a static balanced S-shaped tonearm designed to reduce sound distortion.
For those who want a simple setup, the unit comes with a pre-installed cartridge and a built-in phono preamp, allowing it to connect directly to standard speakers or home theatre systems.
What makes this model unique is its advanced wireless capability. It supports high-quality Bluetooth codecs like aptX HD and aptX Adaptive, which help maintain the depth and detail of the music when streaming to wireless headphones or speakers.
It also integrates with Denon Home speakers and HEOS amplifiers, letting you broadcast your records to different rooms in your house just like a digital streaming service.
“The DP 500BT brings timeless analog and modern wireless freedom together in a way only Denon can,” Lyle Smith, President of Sound United at HARMAN, said to iPhone in Canada in a statement. “Whether someone is building their first vinyl setup or expanding an existing system, this turntable delivers a premium experience with simple, flexible Bluetooth streaming that carries the depth and detail of vinyl into any room”.
The DP-500BT is a semi-automatic player, meaning it features an auto-lift and stop function that protects your records by lifting the needle at the end of a side. Its design includes a two-tone matte finish and vibration-resistant feet to keep the music clear of external interference.
If you still have records laying around, this is one way to show the kiddos what life was like back in the olden days, but it will cost you if you want one.
At a retail price of $1,199 CAD in Canada, the Denon DP-500BT enters the luxury market as more than just a standard record player. While rivals from brands like Rega or Pro-Ject offer stiff competition for purists at this price point, Denon is betting on the value of a high-end all-in-one ecosystem.
By combining premium materials with the ability to broadcast high-resolution audio to any room in the house, it offers a cool way to get vinyl back in your life without the technical headaches of traditional wired systems. For Canadian audiophiles who already own Denon Home or HEOS equipment, this turntable provides a seamless bridge between the nostalgic warmth of a record collection and the convenience of a modern smart home.
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