I don’t know about the specifics of the Denon, but many of these old decks do use no longer available IC chips. The idea of an electrolytic cap leaking and damaging other components is a real possibility. The electrolyte in many such caps is corrosive. The issue is whether the cost can be justified.
Vintage turntable question
Have a chance to pick up a Denon dp-57l. Looks great, straight arm installed, plinth and dust cover in really nice shape. Not sure what make cartridge is on it. Plays great. Two things- Pretty certain it's never been recapped and auto lift doesn't work. I believe I can get it for $250. Worth buying and going through the expense of recapping and fixing auto lift, or save that loot for a newer table? Not huge into vinyl anymore, just want something that sounds good when I do want to listen to my albums. Also like the looks of the old Denons. Phono preamp will be my trusty BAT vk-p5.
Thanks, guys.