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Denon DL-301 Mk II
The Denon DL-301 Mk II sits in the audiophile tier of the MC lineup. Its low 0.4 mV output needs a dedicated MC phono input or a step up transformer. The elliptical stylus rides the groove at 1.2 to 1.6 g with 1.4 g nominal. The catalogue lists the stylus as DL301II Stylus, and a worn diamond means a retip.
- Class:
Audiophile
- Mounting
- standard 1/2"
- Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D)
- 6 g
- Output Voltage
- 0.4 mV
- Frequency Response
- 20–60 000 Hz
- Channel Separation
- 28 dB
- Channel Balance
- ≤ 1 dB
- Recommended Load
- ≥ 100 Ω
- Tracking Force
- 1.2–1.6 g (nominal 1.4 g)
- Compliance Value
- dynamic 13 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne
Additional Info
The Denon DL-301 Mk II leans into a natural, forgiving balance rather than clinical dissection. Vocals sound warm and unforced, bass stays taut without bloom, and the sonic picture holds a stable, easy-to-read stage. Dynamics feel lively without ever turning harsh, which makes this MC a relaxed match for jazz, vocal-led records and long sessions on moderately revealing systems.
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add 01/06/2026 · upd. 08/02/2026