Denon AVR-X1800H 8K AVR – First Look
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Back in September 2022 I posted on the upcoming Denon X series of 8K AVR’s, with the lowest cost option then being the AVR-X2800H 7.2 channel at $1,199.00. Well if finances are a little stretched their latest AVR-X1800H is also a 7.2 channel, 8K receiver with a similar range of features but a slightly lower power output of 80 watts per channel.
The AVR-X1800H will be available next month and has a surprising number of premium features, including; three 8K/HDCP 2.3 HDMI inputs; support for HLG, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HDR 10 and Dynamic HDR pass through. For gamers it supports several next-gen technologies, including Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALM), Quick Frame Transport (QFT), and 4K@120Hz. While the latest network streaming supports Hi-Res up to 24-bit/192kHz via Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2 and Denon’s comprehensive HEOS multi-room streaming platform.
This new model maxes out at 80 watts per channel, with a channel configuration of 7.2 or 5.2.2 if using a Dolby Atmos or DTS:X configuration. The integrated Dolby and DTS technologies are also available to add virtualized height and surround sound effects to stereo and surround content. 7.2 speaker equalization is available via Audyssey’s MultEQ XT room-correction technology and includes Audyssey Dynamic EQ and Dynamic Volume.
Supported file formats include; MP3, WMA ALAC, FLAC and WAV at up to 192kHz/24 bit. It is also compatible with 2.8/5.6- MHz DSD files and you can play HD audio tracks from a USB drive, connected drives, over its network or from Amazon Music HD (with subscription).
Control of the AVR-1800H is avilable via its front panel, supplied RC1257 remote, Denon iOS or Android control app. or via; Apple Siri Voice Control, Josh ai and Amazon Alexa.
Rear panel connectivity still provides six HDMI inputs, three of which support 8K but only one HDMI output that also supports both ARC and eARC. Analog input connectivity is provided via two pairs of line level RCA and one pair of phono RCA connectors. Analog RCA outputs include; Zone 1 and Zone 2 and a pair parallel subwoofers. Digital connectivity is supported on one coaxial and a pair of optical connectors, with network support on an Ethernet RJ45 connector. Other connections include; a USB power only, signal grounding lugs, IR in, AM and FM antenna plus the seven pairs of speaker binding posts.
Features At A Glance:
- High performance discrete seven-channel amplifier:
- Discrete high-current amplifiers on all channels deliver up to 80W per channel (at 8 ohms, 20–20 kHz, THD 0.08%)
- Immersive audio experience:
- Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® plus Dolby Surround and DTS Neural:X upmixer to optimize legacy content.
- Advanced 8K home theater:
- 8K video is supported on three of six HDMI inputs and one output. Supports HLG, HDR, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dynamic HDR pass-through.
- HEOS® Built-in technology:
- Stream music wirelessly to compatible HEOS-enabled components from a variety of streaming services and control them with the HEOS app.
- Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth:
- Provides both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity for your wireless network or direct music streaming from your smart devices. Use AirPlay to stream Apple Music.
- Simple setup and Audyssey room-correction technology:
- Award-winning Denon guided setup assistant provides clear, step-by-step instructions to get you started.
- Included Audyssey EQ software accurately calibrates sound to optimize the listening experience in your room.
Brief Specifications:
- Number of channels: 7.2
- Power output:
- 80 watts per channel (8 ohm, 20 Hz–20 Khz, 0.08% 2ch drive)
- 120 watts per channel (6 ohm, 1 KHz, 0.7% 2ch drive)
- 175 watts per channel (6 ohm, 1 KHz, 10% 1ch drive)
- Auto Speaker Setup with supplied Microphone: Audyssey MultEQ XT
- System Remote Control: RC 1257
- Video HDMI/HDCP2.3:
- 6 input – 3 support 8K
- 1 output with ARC/eARC
- Audio:
- Analog In: x2
- Phono (MM) In: x1
- Digital in: Optical x1/Coaxial x2
- Multi-Room Out: Analog x2
- Multichannel Pre-Out: 2.2
- Subwoofer Out: x2
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 17.1×13.3×8.8 inch
- Weight: 19lbs
Availability:
September/October 2023
MSRP:
- US: $749.00
- UK: £699.00 without DAB option/£749.00 with DAB option
- EU: €799.00 without DAB option/€849.00 with DAB option
For more information visit the Denon US or Denon UK web site
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