DP-57L

About the DP-57L

The Denon DP-57L is a high-end direct-drive turntable from the early 1980s, designed for audiophiles seeking precision and convenience. It features an interchangeable S-shaped tonearm with a dynamic servo tracer system for improved low-frequency performance. The turntable is equipped with an AC servo motor and bi-directional servo control for accurate speed stability. Notable features include a non-contact anti-skating system with electronic servo control, and an auto-lift mechanism that detects the end of a record and automatically lifts the stylus to prevent unnecessary wear. The DP-57L is praised for its robust build quality, electromagnetic damping for tonearm resonance, and its ability to work well with a wide variety of cartridges.