About the Denon DP-500BT
The DP-500BT is a semi-automatic, belt-drive turntable built to be an easy, all-in-one entry into vinyl. It ships with a Denon DSN-85 moving-magnet cartridge already mounted and aligned on its S-shaped aluminum tonearm, and a built-in phono preamp with a phono/line switch lets you connect it directly to a regular line-level input on a receiver, powered speakers, or self-powered monitors — no separate phono stage needed.
A belt-drive system isolates motor vibration from the platter for stable rotation and clean sound, paired with a die-cast aluminum platter and a vibration-resistant chassis that help keep external interference away from the stylus. Electronic speed control covers all three speeds — 33-1/3, 45 (adapter included), and 78 RPM, though 78 RPM playback needs a separately sold 78-compatible cartridge. Semi-automatic operation means the tonearm lifts and the platter stops automatically at the end of a record, without needing a fully manual cue every time.
Built-in Bluetooth works as a transmitter, letting you send audio wirelessly to Bluetooth headphones or powered speakers in addition to (not instead of) the standard RCA output. Detachable audio and power cables (the power cable runs off a 12-volt DC adapter) keep setup and cable management simple, and a dust cover is included to keep the platter and tonearm clean between listening sessions.
Product Highlights
- Semi-automatic, belt-drive turntable with pre-mounted Denon DSN-85 moving-magnet cartridge
- Built-in phono preamp with phono/line switch
- Bluetooth transmitter for wireless listening on headphones or powered speakers
- Three speeds: 33-1/3, 45 (adapter included), and 78 RPM (78 RPM cartridge sold separately)
- Automatic tonearm lift and stop at end of record
- Die-cast aluminum platter and S-shaped aluminum tonearm
- Detachable audio cable and detachable 12V DC power adapter
- Dust cover included
What's in the Box
- Denon DP-500BT turntable
- DSN-85 moving-magnet cartridge (pre-mounted)
- 45 RPM adapter
- Dust cover
- Detachable RCA audio cable
- 12V DC power adapter
- Owner's Manual
- Warranty Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the DP-500BT come with a cartridge already installed?
A: Yes, it ships with a Denon DSN-85 moving-magnet cartridge pre-mounted and aligned on the tonearm, ready to play out of the box.
Q: Does the DP-500BT have a built-in phono preamp?
A: Yes, a built-in phono preamp with a phono/line switch lets you connect it to a standard line-level input, no separate phono stage required.
Q: Can I stream from the DP-500BT to Bluetooth headphones?
A: Yes, its built-in Bluetooth transmitter can send audio wirelessly to Bluetooth headphones or powered speakers alongside the standard RCA output.
Q: Is the DP-500BT fully automatic?
A: It's semi-automatic — you start playback manually, but the tonearm lifts and the platter stops automatically at the end of a record.
Q: Can I play 78 RPM records on the DP-500BT?
A: The turntable supports 78 RPM speed, but the included cartridge is not designed for 78s — you'll need a separately sold 78-compatible cartridge.
