Its new flagship record player is a direct drive design that supports MM and MC cartridges, with an adjustable S-shaped tonearm for improved tracking and smooth playback.
Denon announces new S-Series 8K AVRs and amplifier
by Ian Collen
Offering more affordable solutions for smaller rooms, the 7.2-channel AVR-S770H and the 5.2-channel AVR-S670H receivers, along with the AVC-S670H amplifier, will be launching in September.
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Denon launches PerL and PerL Pro TWS earbuds in the US
by Ian Collen
The true wireless earphones incorporate Masimo Adaptive Acoustic Technology and are due for a wider rollout later in the year.
Reinforcing the company’s commitment to the CD format, the new addition will incorporate its advanced AL32 Processing Plus algorithms and an ultra-precision D/A converter.
Best Home AV Products of 2022 - Editor's Choice Awards
by Phil Hinton
AV receivers, processors, soundbars, speaker packages and subwoofers - there are often a lot of moving parts to a home AV setup. So, to help you make your gear decisions a little easier, here are the highlights of the year's Home AV products presented in our 2022 Editor's Choice Awards.
With nine channels of amplification, eight HDMI 2.1 connections, 11.4 channels of processing, Audyssey and Dirac, could the AVC-X3800H be one of the biggest bargains in home cinema?
Denon Home 4.1 Soundbar, Speaker and Subwoofer System Review
by Simon Lucas
When you bring together products from an audio range called 'Home', to be used in the home as home cinema speakers... your review is going to feature the word 'Home'. A lot. Thus it is with this 4.1 channel sound system drawn from Denon's Home series.
The Denon DHT-S517 is an affordable Dolby Atmos soundbar that comes with up-firing drivers and its own wireless subwoofer. It can now be found for under £300, so is it worth hunting down for a 3D audio experience with your telly?
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Denon launches DHT-S217 Dolby Atmos 3D soundbar
by Ian Collen
Coming in at just under £250, the low-profile bar also comes with a pair of built-in down-firing subwoofers for the complete audio experience.
Home AV
What's the minimum airflow gap required for an AV receiver?
by Andy Bassett
Member Dr.Rock will only have a 3cm gap around his Denon AVR in his new rack - is this enough to provide sufficient ventilation for heat dissipation or is a larger gap required to prolong the life of the device? What do AV enthusiasts recommend?
Denon’s first ever line up of true wireless in ear headphones has been unveiled and includes the AH-C630W Denon Wireless Earbuds and the AH-C830NCW Denon Noise Cancelling Earbuds.
Best Home AV Products of 2021 - Editor's Choice Awards
by Steve Withers
AV receivers, processors, soundbars, speaker packages, and subwoofers are amongst our chosen home AV products of 2021. We round-up the best of the best in our latest annual Editor's Choice Awards.
The Denon AVC-X4700H is an AV receiver with nine built-in channels of amplification, and the ability to process 11.2 channels. It also offers Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Auro-3D and IMAX Enhanced, along with HDMI 2.1 and HEOS multi-room. So, is this the manufacturer's AVR sweet spot?
The Denon Home 550 Soundbar is the latest addition to the company's growing range of HEOS multi-room products. It promises Dolby Atmos and DTS:X without upfirers, but does it do enough to justify its price tag?
Denon Home Sound Bar 550 update brings wireless 5.1 support
by Andy Bassett
A major firmware update will bring Amazon Alexa voice assistant integration to the full Denon Home speaker lineup, along with wireless 5.1 surround sound capabilities and improved bass for the Denon Home Sound Bar 550.
Denon and Marantz AVRs made after May 2021 are HDMI 2.1 bug free
by Andy Bassett
UPDATED 19-Aug-2021: Purchasers of Denon and Marantz AV receivers manufactured after May 2021 are promised an HDMI 2.1 bug free experience straight out of the box.
Denon launches new flagship AVC-X8500HA AV amplifier
by Andy Bassett
Denon has revealed a new flagship version of its X8500H AV amplifier, with the new AVC-X8500HA promising 8K compatibility, HDMI 2.1 features supporting 40Gbps transmission, new HDR format support plus the addition of DTS:X Pro.
Denon and Marantz issue hardware fix for AVR 4K/120 and 8K issue
by Andy Bassett
Owners of Denon and Marantz AVRs affected by an HDMI 2.1 incompatibility issue that prevents correct pass-through of 4K/120 and 8K signals will be offered the SPK618 HDMI adapter - a free of charge hardware solution.
Can a 'hard power off' damage an integrated amplifier?
by Andy Bassett
Will an automated power down of an integrated amplifier using a smart plug/adapter cause any problems to the amp or speakers, or does the amp have to have been designed for a custom install to ensure protection?
The biggest influence on sound quality is the room itself, and while you can physically mitigate some of the negative aspects with acoustic treatments, a software solution is easier. Audyssey Room Correction was one of the first, and remains hugely popular in affordable receivers and processors.
Denon, Marantz and Yamaha AV receivers hit by HDMI 2.1 bug
by Andy Bassett
UPDATED 30-Oct-2020: It seems that the implementation of HDMI 2.1 in some of the most recently launched AV Receivers is problematic and not delivering the fully promised 4K 120Hz experience.
The Denon Home 350 is the company's latest flagship wireless speaker, with support for Hi-Res audio, AirPlay 2, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and the HEOS multi-room system.
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Denon DHT-S416 soundbar its first with Chromecast built-in
by Andy Bassett
The DHT-S416 joins its fellow soundbars in the comprehensive DHT range but is the first to come with Google Chromecast built-in.
Denon A110 Anniversary range celebrates 110 years of Hi-Fi
by Andy Bassett
Denon is releasing a very special lineup of Hi-Fi products to celebrate its 110th year - the A110 Anniversary range, which includes; PMA-A110 integrated amplifier, DCD-A110 SACD player, and DL-A110 MC phono cartridge.
To celebrate its 110th anniversary, Denon is releasing a very special lineup of products - the A110 Anniversary range which includes the AVC-A110 A/V amplifier.
Denon introduces its newest lifestyle-oriented network music player, the CEOL N11 DAB which, as its Irish tinged name suggests, increases its musical versatility by adding DAB+/DAB radio.
Denon introduces 8K ready AV Receivers as industry's first
by Andy Bassett
Denon has announced the upcoming prices and availability of the industry's first 8K-Ready AV Receivers - the AVC-X6700H, AVC-X4700H, AVC-X3700H, and AVR-X2700H.
The Denon DHT-S516H 2.1-channel soundbar expands the company's line-up, not only incorporating the HEOS multi-room system, but adding the ability to work with smart assistants.
UPDATED: Recognised as the UK’s largest gathering of its kind, the Bristol Hi-Fi Show is just around the corner and promises new products, showcases and demos in the world of two channel stereo and Hi-Fi audio.
Denon Home wireless speakers now available in UK and Europe
by Andy Bassett
Ahead of a showcase demonstration at the Bristol Hi-Fi show, Denon has announced that its Home 150, Home 250 and Home 350 wireless speakers are available for purchase in the UK.