Denon Link?

VXR8
VXR8 Posts: 291
edited May 2008 in Basic Hookup/Wiring Questions
Hi all,

Can anyone please explain if this connection is a worthwhile prospect? I have the AVR3808 and am looking at getting a DVD2930, both have the 3rd generation of the link (will pass SACD / DVD-A). I did a search on this topic here, but nothing returned on the Denon Link - plenty on Denon, some on Link, but nothing with the 2 together.

Thanks in advance.
Regards - Gaz from the land of Oz

Main System
Denon - AVC-4700H
Emotiva - XPA-9
Cambridge Audio - Azur 851C - CXUHD
Polk Audio - Legend L800 - Legend L400 - Legend L900 - LSiM fx - OWM3
SVS - PB1000 x 2
Foxtel - iQ4
Belkin - Pure AV PF40
Sony K77A9G

Front Room System
PS Audio - Sprout 100
Cambridge Audio - CXC S2 - CA752BD
Sony - UBX800 4K BluRay
Polk Audio - Legend L200
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  • xandra
    xandra Posts: 291
    edited May 2008
    I THINK one of the iPod docks theoretically has advantages if you use this connection instead of other options. possibly also intended for other optional accessories..
    LR Setup:
    Polk RTi10's, RTi6's, CSiA6 (5 ch setup)
    Onkyo 705 & Denon 3808ci Receiver, Onk 875
    Parasound 2250 Amp
    Sony 26" KDL series Bravia LCD
    Panny DMR-EH75 Recorder
    Panny DVD-F87 (5 disk DVD player)
    NAD T585 (DVD/SACD)
    Yamaha DVD-C961 (5 disk SACD/DVD)
    SciAnt Explorer 8500HD Cable Box
    Orig & 5Gen iPods, , Wii
    Plans/Fantasies:
    • 400 disk player that handles ALL formats, sounds as good as NAD with Panasonic interface & compatability.
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  • VXR8
    VXR8 Posts: 291
    edited May 2008
    Thanks Xandra for the reply,

    Do you know if it benefits though for the DVD player (sound wise) I am referring to?
    Regards - Gaz from the land of Oz

    Main System
    Denon - AVC-4700H
    Emotiva - XPA-9
    Cambridge Audio - Azur 851C - CXUHD
    Polk Audio - Legend L800 - Legend L400 - Legend L900 - LSiM fx - OWM3
    SVS - PB1000 x 2
    Foxtel - iQ4
    Belkin - Pure AV PF40
    Sony K77A9G

    Front Room System
    PS Audio - Sprout 100
    Cambridge Audio - CXC S2 - CA752BD
    Sony - UBX800 4K BluRay
    Polk Audio - Legend L200
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited May 2008
    It's just Denon's version of a proprietary connection that basically died after HDMI was "adopted". I like the single cable solution but I wouldn't call it a sonic benefit over analog.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • obieone
    obieone Posts: 5,077
    edited May 2008
    Are you talking about the Toslink connection vs. analog rca?
    I refuse to argue with idiots, because people can't tell the DIFFERENCE!
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  • VXR8
    VXR8 Posts: 291
    edited May 2008
    obieone wrote: »
    Are you talking about the Toslink connection vs. analog rca?

    I suppose I am just trying to get a feel if it is a gimmick or not. I have no issues running analogue cables and enjoy the sound of good old analogue, but am curious if the Denon Link is better than say iLink connections for passing SACD and DVD-A. The Denon Link cable alone retails here in Oz for $999 AUD, but comes standard with the DVD2930 for $1699 AUD.
    Regards - Gaz from the land of Oz

    Main System
    Denon - AVC-4700H
    Emotiva - XPA-9
    Cambridge Audio - Azur 851C - CXUHD
    Polk Audio - Legend L800 - Legend L400 - Legend L900 - LSiM fx - OWM3
    SVS - PB1000 x 2
    Foxtel - iQ4
    Belkin - Pure AV PF40
    Sony K77A9G

    Front Room System
    PS Audio - Sprout 100
    Cambridge Audio - CXC S2 - CA752BD
    Sony - UBX800 4K BluRay
    Polk Audio - Legend L200
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  • xandra
    xandra Posts: 291
    edited May 2008
    VXR8: Dorokusai hit the nail on the head when he said:
    like the single cable solution but I wouldn't call it a sonic benefit over analog.

    These proprietary formats are only useful if you really want a particular manufacturer's accessory at or very near the same time as you purchase your main unit - you can't even count on that manufacturer to continue using it in a couple years down the line... Normally the only feature is better control/coordination of the the accessory (like built in remote control, or auto on) - can't think of an instance where there was an quality uplift.

    In the case of the Dennon Link, I've heard pretty good things about there iPod dock -- good OSD in particular (but you'll loose some of the video features if you iPod is newer than 5th gen). and as Dorokusai noted running only 1 cable is a plus...

    I highy recc'd downloading denon's manual (then do a search for Denon Link)
    LR Setup:
    Polk RTi10's, RTi6's, CSiA6 (5 ch setup)
    Onkyo 705 & Denon 3808ci Receiver, Onk 875
    Parasound 2250 Amp
    Sony 26" KDL series Bravia LCD
    Panny DMR-EH75 Recorder
    Panny DVD-F87 (5 disk DVD player)
    NAD T585 (DVD/SACD)
    Yamaha DVD-C961 (5 disk SACD/DVD)
    SciAnt Explorer 8500HD Cable Box
    Orig & 5Gen iPods, , Wii
    Plans/Fantasies:
    • 400 disk player that handles ALL formats, sounds as good as NAD with Panasonic interface & compatability.
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited May 2008
    Adcom and Rotel did the same thing ages ago with a proprietary connection that was basically a 25pin computer serial cable. It eliminated clutter for sure but it wasn't a very good selling point nor did it catch on with the Audiophile community.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • zingo
    zingo Posts: 11,258
    edited May 2008
    I have also heard good reviews of the Denon Link. If you want to keep your gear around a while and the Link won't put you out too much, I'd go for it. The bottom line is it will be a higher quality connection than the 1/8" jack on top!
    Jake
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited May 2008
    I don't think it's a bad idea if the gear comes with it, but I wouldn't buy something based on that fact alone.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • NotaSuv
    NotaSuv Posts: 3,858
    edited May 2008
    dorokusai wrote: »
    I don't think it's a bad idea if the gear comes with it, but I wouldn't buy something based on that fact alone.

    BINGO.. no its not worth buying on its own as any there is no difference from another type of connect except theres the Denon name on it...had one used it for awhile and replaced it with a optical connect...
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