Denon D-M3 Shelf System

Pros: Denon quality, superb sound and imaging
Cons: Worst remote I've ever used

Denon has taken a different approach with its mini-component line. Rather than including a lot of unnecessary features, such as flashing equalizers, distorted subwoofers, and artificial soundfields, it has instead concentrated on the quality of the music...

Pros: Great sound quality, good looking
Cons: Slightly expensive - but who cares!

I own a Denon D-M3 after falling in love with it's very sleek, gorgeous looks. And the sound ain't bad either!

But seriously, for such a small machine, this really packs out a lot of power. 2 X 20W doesn't sound a lot, but for the bedroom or...

Pros: great kit with good sound quality
Cons: gadget /gimick free - if thats a problem

I have just bought a second DENON DM3 for my office - need I say more. This no nonsense piece of kit really is the business. No fancy multiplay functions or flashy lights, just a solid dependable basic performance from a top manufacturer. The sound...

Pros: awesome sound, classic looks
Cons: no pause on the remote

I was looking for a mini system last summer for my bedroom in an apartment. I read various reviews and found the Denon D-M3 highly recommended. I looked around at the other choices from Sony and JVC, and decided to go with the Denon. I was not...

Pros: Expensive sound, cheap price
Cons: Poorly thought out remote

This system is somewhat of a revelation. I have been an audio enthusiast for many years, and have auditioned a lot of equipment. I wanted something small, simple and relatively inexpensive for my home office. I went around to various dealers in New York,...

Pros: Affordable Hi-Fi sound at last, overtakes units costing thousands!
Cons: Tweeters could use a lot more sensitivity.

I replaced a relatively old component system that was very loud, yet had no clarity or definition. All of the sound on my old component stereo was very transistor-derived sound; very unfiltered.
Then I discovered the DM-3. I am confident to say...