Choosing among turntables & record players gets tricky when one choice is a named replacement part and the other is a broken DJ unit. The Numark TT-1520 targets a specific speed pitch adjustment slider cap, while the Denon DN-S3500 is a 1-channel unit sold for parts or repair. The right choice depends on whether you need one identified component or a model-specific repair source.
Quick verdict
The Numark TT-1520 is the focused pick for a speed pitch adjustment slider cap and has the lower listed price. The Denon DN-S3500 is the more relevant choice when the repair target is that specific model or its 1-channel DJ hardware. The listed-price gap is $54.99, so match the purchase to the repair job rather than treating either as a general record-player upgrade.
Compact comparison
| Product | Listed price | Model and type |
|---|---|---|
| Numark TT-1520 Turntable Parts - Speed Pitch Adjustment Slider Cap | $10.00 | TT-1520; DJ Turntable |
| Broken Denon DN-S3500 1-Channel DJ Turntable For Parts Only | $64.99 | DN-S3500; 1-Channel DJ Turntable |
Where each product wins
- Numark TT-1520: Best fit for a narrowly defined part replacement, because the title names the speed pitch adjustment slider cap and the TT-1520 model.
- Denon DN-S3500: Better aligned with a model-specific parts or repair project, because the title identifies a broken DN-S3500 1-channel DJ turntable and says it is for parts only.
Product notes
Numark TT-1520 Turntable Parts - Speed Pitch Adjustment Slider Cap
Choose the Numark when the repair brief specifically calls for the speed pitch adjustment slider cap named in its title. The TT-1520 model reference gives the purchase a clear target, and the used condition is stated plainly. The main limitation is scope: this is a named part rather than a complete turntable, so it does not address a broader repair need by itself. The description also says parts may need cleaning and discusses possible vintage-gear work involving old capacitors and potentiometers. That makes this a focused, hands-on repair purchase. It suits someone who already has a compatible TT-1520-related need, not someone looking for a ready-to-play record player.
Broken Denon DN-S3500 1-Channel DJ Turntable For Parts Only
The Denon makes sense when the repair centers on a DN-S3500. Its title identifies the model, specifies a 1-channel DJ turntable, and clearly frames the unit as being for parts only. That model-specific identity is the main reason to choose it over the Numark part. The limitation is substantial: the unit is described as broken and for parts or not working, and the manufacturer warranty is listed as unavailable. The description also states that no box or other extras are included, including power cables or accessories unless specifically listed. It is therefore a parts-or-repair purchase, not a straightforward working turntable choice.
Final choice by use case
- Choose the Numark TT-1520 for the specific speed pitch adjustment slider cap or a narrowly targeted TT-1520 parts repair.
- Choose the Denon DN-S3500 when the job calls for parts from a DN-S3500 1-channel DJ turntable and the broken, parts-only condition fits the project.
- Choose neither as a general listening upgrade: the Numark is sold as a specific part, while the Denon is explicitly a broken unit for parts or repair.
