Denon TU1800 DAB

This tuner isn't new, but its 'street price' has fallen to £200

The first affordable DAB/FM tuner that sounds good, too., Good sound quality with both DAB and FM, plus a handy set of features, all combined in a smart and practical unit.

Not quite the last word in either format, with a little more noise on FM than upmarket - but dearer - tuners can achieve.

Not quite the last word in either format, with a little more noise on FM than upmarket - but dearer - tuners can achieve

Denon launches its first DAB separate – but will the TU-1800DAB uphold Denon's sterling reputation in the tuner market?

The TU-1800DAB proves that Denon is not only master of analogue, but now of digital tuners too.

The range of stations on offer to DAB listeners and the minimal interference with a good aerial makes the format superior to FM, however those expecting anything near CD quality will be disappointed. Luckily the TU-1800DAB is future-proof and will be...

Gorgeous styling ; Ease-of-use ; Clear display ; Best DAB reception currently available

The bit rate of DAB broadcasts themselves don't do justice to even a mid-range separates system

A higher audio fidelity is not one of DAB's strengths, but choice of stations and stability of reception is. The TU-1800DAB is an exceptionally good tuner, let down only by the shortcomings of current DAB broadcasts. Side-by-side comparisons of music...

The winner of our 2007 Best Hi-fi Tuner Award, this is another cracking radio from Denon

Slick, attractive styling; easy to use; detailed, refined and full-bodied sound

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This tuner isn't new, but its 'street price' has fallen to £200 and new competitors have come along to challenge it. It also seems to have had one or two minor changes to its design. The basic set-up remains the same, though

Well detailed sound, Impressive features

Imaging can be a little constricted, Bass occasionally a touch light

Very good in the detail department, the TU-1800 gives a highly believable impression of real musicians playing

Denon TU-1800DAB

Very good quality sound on both music and voice. Feels sturdy and well made. Easy to use - only possible slight negative is that having so many presets (200) actually makes it more hassle then its worth to use. That said it's very easy to just scroll...

Denon TU-1800DAB

Very good quality sound on both music and voice. Feels sturdy and well made. Easy to use - only possible slight negative is that having so many presets (200) actually makes it more hassle then its worth to use. That said it's very easy to just...