Denon has introduced a new AV receiver. The AVC-A1H is described as the new flagship, which is to follow in the footsteps of the AVP-A1 (1996) and the AVC-A1HD (2007).
The Denon AVC-A1H weighs a whopping 32 kilograms. The transformer alone makes up almost a third of the total weight. Inside there is power for 15 amplifier channels, each with 210 watts of power. This can be used to control configurations up to 9.4.6, which is intended to delight home cinema enthusiasts in particular.
8K passthrough and also 8K upscaling of 4K or HD content is supported. Inside the AVR is a dual-core DSP with 1 GHz. All 3D audio formats your heart desires are supported. Among them: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced as well as Auro 3D and 360 Reality Audio.
The total of 10 HDMI ports are divided into seven inputs and three outputs. Those are packed with the full HDMI 2.1 program: ARC/eARC, HDCP 2.3, VRR, QFT, ALLM and Co are part of the party. Of course, dynamic HDR formats are also supported with HDR10+ and Dolby Vision.
Support for the Audyssey MultEQ XT32 room correction software is also included ex works, optionally with Dirac Live via an upgrade.
In addition to Bluetooth, there is also a playback option via Apple AirPlay. Also included is HEOS, which enables networking with other wireless Denon products. Cost of the piece of jewellery? A whopping 6,999 euros – no, there is no comma missing.
Features of the AVC-A1H:
- Maximum performance on 15 channels: The world’s first 15-channel AV amplifier delivers up to 210 watts per channel.
- Unrivaled quality and performance: The AVC-A1H features Denon’s largest transformer to date and new, larger capacitors. As a result, it reacts quickly and dynamically to the music and reproduces it the way the artist intended it.
- Latest technologies: In addition to the latest dual-core DSP with 1 GHz, the current HDMI standards are also on board. The AV amplifier also supports all 3D audio formats and 8K video.
- Selected components: The device has high-quality two-channel D/A converters for all 19 (15.4) channels, solid gold-plated speaker connections and cast-iron feet. Its particularly stable construction protects against vibrations and unwanted interference and significantly reduces background noise.
- Extensive connectivity: Professionals and music enthusiasts alike will appreciate the range of connections, including 15.4-channel pre-outs with selective preamp mode, XLR and RCA subwoofer connections, and building automation system integration options.
- Setup and room correction: Denon’s award-winning installation wizard provides clear step-by-step instructions. In addition, the device fully supports Audyssey MultEQ XT32 technology (ex works) and offers the option of upgrading to Dirac Live (subject to a fee, from March 2023).
- High quality standards: The AVC-A1H is developed and manufactured in the state-of-the-art Denon main factory in Japan, where traditional processes are combined with future-oriented technologies.
- HEOS Built-in Technology: With the AVC-A1H, songs can be streamed wirelessly from numerous free and paid music services and content can be shared with HEOS-enabled devices such as Denon Home speakers in other rooms.
- 110 Years of Innovation: Since its founding in 1910, Denon has relentlessly pursued quality, innovation and audio performance to create unforgettable moments.
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