Denon AVC-X3800H 8K 9.4 Channel AV Receiver

Description

Denon AVC-X3800H 8K 9.4 Channel AV Receiver

The Denon AVC-X3800H 8K 9.4 Channel AV Receiver sits in the sweet spot of Denon’s AV receiver range, offering exceptional flexibility for both movies and music.

With the ability to power a full Dolby Atmos speaker layout and support up to four independent subwoofers, it’s an ideal centrepiece for premium home theatre systems looking to combine immersive sound with cutting-edge connectivity.

FAQ’s

1. What makes the Denon AVC-X3800H different from entry-level AV receivers?
   The Denon AVC-X3800H 8K 9.4 Channel AV Receiver offers more amplification channels, advanced immersive audio support, and expanded connectivity compared with entry-level receivers.
2. Does the Denon AVC-X3800H support Dolby Atmos?
   The receiver supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Auro-3D, enabling immersive 3D surround sound with height speakers.
3. How many speakers can the Denon AVC-X3800H power?
   The receiver can power nine speakers directly and process up to 11 channels when paired with an external amplifier.
4. Is the Denon AVC-X3800H suitable for gaming systems?
   With support for 4K/120Hz and HDMI 2.1 features, it works well with modern gaming consoles such as PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
5. Can the Denon AVC-X3800H stream music wirelessly?
   Built-in HEOS streaming, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi allow wireless playback from many popular music services.

Features

• Enveloping 3D audio – Feel like you’re in the center of the action with enveloping 3D sound.
• Expert ready – You’ll be amazed at the available configuration options to best fit your space.
• Geared for 8K– Enjoy amazing video quality from the latest 8K technology available.
• Optimize for your room – Enhance performance with room correction options from Audyssey (installed) or Dirac Live (optional upgrade available with future SW update).

Ideal For

• Dolby Atmos home theatre systems
• Dedicated cinema rooms
• Large living room entertainment systems

9.4 Channel Amplification with 11.4 Processing

The Denon AVC-X3800H 8K 9.4 Channel AV Receiver provides nine channels of built-in amplification and can process up to 11.4 channels, enabling immersive speaker layouts such as 5.4.4 or 7.4.2 for a truly cinematic sound experience.

Immersive Audio Formats

Support for Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Auro-3D, and IMAX Enhanced allows sound to move around and above the listener, delivering dramatic realism for films, gaming, and music playback.

8K Ultra HD and Advanced Video Processing

The receiver supports 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video passthrough, ensuring compatibility with next-generation displays and gaming consoles while delivering exceptional picture clarity.

Four Independent Subwoofer Outputs

With four discrete subwoofer outputs, the AVC-X3800H enables more precise bass management and smoother low-frequency performance across larger rooms.

HEOS Built-In Multi-Room Streaming

Integrated HEOS wireless streaming allows music playback from services such as Spotify, TIDAL, and internet radio while enabling multi-room audio with other HEOS-enabled devices.

Advanced Room Calibration

Audyssey room correction automatically measures and optimises speaker performance for your listening environment, improving tonal balance and surround imaging

Specifications

• Brand: Denon
• Model: AVC-X3800H
• UPC: 747192138509
• EAN / GTIN: 0747192138509
• Category: 9.4 Channel AV Receiver
• Series: Denon X-Series

Multichannel Surround

• DTS HD Master, DTS:X, DTS:X Pro: Yes, Yes, No
• DTS Neo:X, DTS Neural:X: No, Yes
• DTS Virtual:X: Yes
• IMAX Enhanced: Yes
• Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, Dolby Atmos Music: Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes
• Dolby ProLogic Ilz, Dolby Surround: No, Yes
• Auro 3D: Yes
• 360 Reality Audio / MPEG H: Yes, Yes
• Multichannel Stereo: Yes
• Number of Processing (Pre-Amp) Channels: 11.4

Sound Enhancements

• Discrete Power Amplifier: Yes
• Pure Direct: Yes
• Audyssey: MultEQ XT32
• Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume: Yes, Yes
• Audyssey LFC: Yes
• Dirac Live Upgradability: Yes
• Compressed Audio Restorer: Yes

Network

• Media Server: Yes
• HEOS Wireless Multi-Room Technology: Yes
• Alexa / Google Voice Assistant / Apple HomePod: Yes, Yes, Yes
• Lossy Formats: MP3, WMA, AAC: Yes, Yes, Yes
• Lossless Formats: FLAC, ALAC, WAV: Yes, Yes, Yes
• Lossless Formats: FLAC HD, WAV, ALAC (all 192kHz/24 bit): Yes, Yes, Yes
• DSD Audio Streaming: Yes (2.8/5.6MHz)
• AirPlay 2: Yes
• TuneIn: Yes
• Spotify Connect: Yes
• Roon Tested: Yes
• HEOS App Control: Yes
• Compatible with Remote APP for Smart Phones: Denon 2016 AVR Remote
• Ethernet Ports: Yes
• Wi-Fi: Yes
• Bluetooth: Yes

HDMI

• HDMI Inputs: Back, Front: 6, No
• 3 support: Yes
• HDMI Outputs: Main, Zone: 2, 1
• HDMI 2.1: 8K/60Hz AB, 4K/120Hz AB: Yes, Yes
• HDR, HLG, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, Dynamic HDR: Yes , Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes
• ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) Pass-through for gaming: Yes
• Variable Refresh Rate, Quick Flame Transport, Quick Media Switching: Yes, Yes, No
• 3D Signal Pass-through: Yes
• 8K Signal Pass-Through, Scaling, GUI Overlay: Yes, Yes, Yes
• DSD Audio Capability: Yes
• Audio Return Channel (ARC), Enhanced ARC: Yes, Yes
• Auto LipSync: Yes

Multi-room CI

• Multi-Room Zones: 2
• Zone Audio Source: HDMI; Optical, Coax, Network, USB; Analog: Yes (2ch), Yes (2ch), Yes, Yes
• Zone Audio Output: Speaker, Pre-Out: Yes, Yes
• Zone HDMI Output from HDMI Source: Yes
• IP Control, RS232 Control, Web Control, App Control: Yes, Yes /Yes, Yes
• Remote In / Out: Yes, Yes
• DC Trigger Output: 1
• HDMI Diagnostics: Yes

Others

• Auto Speaker Setup by Microphone: Audyssey MultEQ XT32
• Dirac Live (upgrade)
• Front Display: 1-Line FLD
• GUI Languages: 3
• Setup Assistent: Yes
• Quick Select Plus, Quick Select: Yes, No
• Variable Crossover: Yes
• Optimized Bass Redirection: Yes
• Bass Sync: Yes
• ECO Mode: Yes
• Auto Power Off: Yes
• Sleep Timer: Yes

Inputs Outputs

• HDMI In, Out: 6, 3
• Multi-Room Video Out: Video, HDMI: No, Yes
• Analog In, Out: 6 / No
• Phono (MM) In: Yes
• Digital In: Optical, Coaxial: 2 / 2
• Multi-Room Out: Analog, Digital: 1 / No
• Multichannel Preout: Yes (11.4)
• Subwoofer Out: 4 (independent)
• Speaker Terminal: Gold-Plated Screw, Regular Screw: No, Yes
• Number of Speaker Terminals: 11
• Speaker A / B: Assignable
• Bi-amp Drive: Assignable
• Multi-Room Speaker Terminal: Assignable
• Front Inputs: Audio, Composite, Digital (Opt), HDMI, USB: No, No, No, No, Yes
• USB Audio, Made for iPod, Made for iPhone: Yes, No, No
• AM/FM Tuner: No

Specifications

• Number of Power Amps: 9
• Power Output (8 ohm, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, 0.08% 2ch Drive): 105W
• Power Output (6 ohm, 1 kHz, 0.7% 2ch Drive): 135W
• Power Output (6 ohm, 1 kHz, 10% 1ch Drive): 180W

General

• System Remote Control: RC-1253
• Pre-Programmed, Learnable, LCD Display: No, No, No
• Power Consumption in W: 660W
• Power Consumption No-Sound (ECO On / Off) in W: 60W/100W
• Standby Consumption in W: 0.1
• CEC Standby Consumption in W: 0.5
• Network Standby Consumption in W: Less than 2.0
• Maximum Dimensions
• Antenna: Horizontal:(W x D x H) in mm: 434 x 389 x 167
• Antenna: Vertical :(W x D x H) in mm: 434 x 389 x 236 )
• Antenna: w/o Antenna :(W x D x H) in mm: 434 x 389 x 167
• Weight in kg: 12.5
• Carton Weight (inc. product) in kg: 15.1

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