{"id":170304,"date":"2023-09-29T17:25:21","date_gmt":"2023-09-29T16:25:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.techweekmag.com\/?p=170304"},"modified":"2023-10-18T07:04:46","modified_gmt":"2023-10-18T06:04:46","slug":"denon-ceol-n12dab-might-just-be-the-music-center-to-buy-this-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hifiratings.com\/tech\/hi-fi\/denon-ceol-n12dab-might-just-be-the-music-center-to-buy-this-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Denon Ceol N12DAB might just be the music center to buy this year"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>With the new Denon Ceol N12DAB microsystem, your music listening options are virtually limitless.\u00a0The main innovation in the Denon Ceol N12DAB CD receiver model is an HDMI ARC input for connecting a TV and a Phono input for connecting a vinyl player, while in comparison with the N10 model, one optical input has been removed.\u00a0The front panel of the central unit is designed in a minimalist style, and most of its space is occupied by a large, easy-to-read display.\u00a0The main system controls &#8211; touch buttons &#8211; are located on the top panel.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"Buystack_CEOL N12_Image_Studio_InsituF2_EU_White.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hifiratings.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/252_techweek.jpg\" alt=\"Buystack_CEOL N12_Image_Studio_InsituF2_EU_White.jpg\" width=\"1024\" height=\"775\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The center of the Denon Ceol N12DAB facade is occupied by a disc transport tray, under which there is a high-contrast 3-line OELD display.\u00a0On the front panel there is a power\/standby button with an operating mode indicator and a tray open key.\u00a0The remaining controls (source selector, volume control, joystick for menu navigation and playback control) are placed on the top acrylic panel.\u00a0There is also a tag for pairing with Bluetooth devices with NFC.\u00a0The front panel has a built-in USB port that supports charging your iPod\/iPhone even in standby mode, and a mini-jack for headphones.\u00a0Denon Ceol N12DAB also comes with a remote control.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"Buystack_CEOL N12_Image_Studio_InsituF_EU_White.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hifiratings.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/253_techweek.jpg\" alt=\"Buystack_CEOL N12_Image_Studio_InsituF_EU_White.jpg\" width=\"1024\" height=\"775\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Denon Ceol N12 is equipped with a large number of built-in signal sources.\u00a0There is a CD player with fast disc loading and an almost silent operating mechanism, as well as a very high-quality FM\/AM tuner.\u00a0However, this is only part of the list of features of this model, most of which are related to the network functionality of the Denon Ceol N12DAB.\u00a0It provides playback of music files from various devices (network connection via Ethernet or Wi-Fi), as well as the use of various online services.\u00a0Denon Ceol N12DAB can be included in the proprietary HEOS wireless multiroom system, and can also be connected directly to devices that support AirPlay\/AirPlay 2 technology. The HDMI input supports ARC audio return channel, which is convenient when connecting to a TV.\u00a0There is an MM phono stage on board.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"c3ad67f114323894614f16fdf32aee8d.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hifiratings.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/254_techweek.jpg\" alt=\"c3ad67f114323894614f16fdf32aee8d.jpg\" width=\"1024\" height=\"632\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Denon Ceol N12DAB can work with HEOS technology, on the basis of which you can create a wireless multiroom installation consisting of HEOS-supported components, including specialized wireless speaker systems.\u00a0At the same time, a special application allows you to control the receiver, assign playback of certain content to various groups of HEOS devices, play different music tracks in different rooms, or synchronously broadcast music in all rooms at the same time.\u00a0At the same time, access to such online services as Spotify Connect, Tidal, Deezer, Sound Cloud, Napster, TuneIn is supported.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"D_CEOL_N-10_slider_2_15thNov2018.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hifiratings.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/255_techweek.jpg\" alt=\"D_CEOL_N-10_slider_2_15thNov2018.jpg\" width=\"1024\" height=\"639\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The system provides tone control in the bass and treble areas, one analog and two optical inputs.\u00a0To increase bass response, you can connect an external active subwoofer to the Denon Ceol N12DAB.\u00a0For those who like to listen to music with headphones, there is a corresponding output on the front panel of the central unit of the system.\u00a0The built-in Denon Ceol N12DAB amplifiers develop an output power of 60 W per channel and this is more than enough to fully drive small speaker systems.<\/p>\n<p>The system is equipped with a specially designed 2-way Denon SC-N10 acoustic system, which has accurate and balanced sound.\u00a0Compact bookshelf speakers Denon SC-N10 are often included in the package of this company&#8217;s microsystems, but they can also be purchased separately.\u00a0These speakers will be an excellent choice for sounding small residential areas, and also, when using a suitable subwoofer, will be an excellent alternative to a soundbar.\u00a0The Denon SC-N10 speakers feature damped MDF cabinets and are available in black or white finishes.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"Buystack_CEOL N12_Image_Studio_InsituL_EU_White.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hifiratings.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/256_techweek.jpg\" alt=\"Buystack_CEOL N12_Image_Studio_InsituL_EU_White.jpg\" width=\"1024\" height=\"775\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This model has a two-way configuration and is equipped with high-quality speakers that can provide high sound pressure without noticeable distortion.\u00a0ON the front panel of the Denon SC-N10, which is covered by a removable protective grille, there is a 12-centimeter woofer, as well as a 30 mm dome tweeter.\u00a0The tweeter is equipped with an oval chassis, which further protects it from vibrations and also serves to more effectively dissipate heat from the magnetic system.\u00a0The speakers are connected to a crossover filter made according to a simple circuit and tuned to a fairly high frequency of 3.5 kHz.\u00a0This provides a smoother sound in the midrange and overall the Denon SC-N10s are very well suited for listening to acoustic music.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"Gallery_CEOLN11DAB_01_eu.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hifiratings.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/257_techweek.jpg\" alt=\"Gallery_CEOLN11DAB_01_eu.jpg\" width=\"1024\" height=\"650\" \/><\/p>\n<p>On the rear panel of the speaker systems there is a bass reflex output hole, the small diameter of which allows you to place the speakers quite close to the wall.\u00a0Denon SC-N10 is equipped with a block of input sockets in the form of a pair of reliable screw terminals.\u00a0The latter circumstance allows you to use almost any cables of your choice with the Denon SC-N10.\u00a0The speakers are equipped with self-adhesive rubber supports, which ensure their good stability on various surfaces and the necessary vibration isolation.\u00a0Denon SC-N10 speakers are capable of providing vibrant and balanced sound.\u00a0The level of bass that the Denon SC-N10 has allows you to listen to music without using an additional subwoofer, but when watching movies it is still better to supplement it with a subwoofer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the new Denon Ceol N12DAB microsystem, your music listening options are virtually limitless.\u00a0The main innovation in the Denon Ceol N12DAB CD receiver model is an HDMI ARC input for connecting a TV and a Phono input for connecting a vinyl player, while in comparison with the N10 model, one optical input has been removed.\u00a0The [&hellip;] <a class=\"g1-link g1-link-more\" 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