The Denon Flagship AVR-X8500H powers the next generation of home theater with the world’s first 13.2 channel receiver that supports the latest immersive audio formats, including IMAX Enhanced, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and unparalleled music playback options, thanks to our built-in HEOS technology, Apple AirPlay2, and Amazon Alexa voice compatibility for seamless sound.
Denon has pledged to release a future hardware upgrade to support HDMI 2.1 which will allow for passthrough of 8K video.
9
Total Score
As the world's first 13-channel receiver, the AVR-X8500H from Denon offers arguable the best Atmos experience from a single receiver.
PROS
13-channels allows for many Atmos configurations
150 watts per channel
CONS
Not much, given the quality at this price
Where to Buy
$ 4,599.00
in stock
Last update was on: July 6, 2024 3:36 am
Specification
Amplification
Number Of Channels 13 Stereo RMS Power (watts) 150 THD in Stereo 0.05 % Frequency Bandwidth (stereo) 20-20k Hz Minimum Impedance L/R 4 ohms Minimum Impedance Center 4 ohms Minimum Impedance Surround 4 ohms
General Features
Bluetooth Built-in Apple AirPlay AirPlay 2 Alexa-compatible Yes Google Assistant-compatible Yes Chromecast built-in No DTS Play-Fi No App Remote Control Yes On-Screen Display Thru HDMI Auto Speaker Calibration Audyssey MultEQ XT32
Multi-room Audio/Video
Powered Multi-room Audio Output Yes Preamp Multi-room Audio Output Yes Multi-room HDMI Output Yes Total Number of Zones 3 Playback from Digital Audio Inputs Yes Playback from Streaming Sources Yes
Surround Processing
Dolby Digital DD, TrueHD, DD+, EX Dolby Atmos Yes Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization No DTS DTS, HD, HDMA, ES, 96/24 DTS:X Yes DTS Virtual:X No
Inputs & Outputs Phono Input 1 Audio-Video Inputs 8 Audio-only Inputs 2 Component Video Inputs 3 Component Video Monitor Outputs 1 (480i only) Optical Digital Inputs 2 Coaxial Digital Inputs 2 Optical Digital Outputs None Coaxial Digital Outputs None Number of HDMI Inputs 8 HDMI Monitor Outputs 3 Subwoofer Outputs 2 Discrete Subwoofer Outputs Yes Multi-Channel Analog Input No Multi-channel Preamp Output Yes Main Speaker Output Pairs Posts Main Speaker Terminals Posts Ethernet Port 1 USB Connections 1 Front Removable Power Cord IEC 2-prong Supports Wireless Rear Speakers No
HDMI Features HDMI Version 2.0b VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) No ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) No 4K/120Hz-Capable Inputs None Audio Return Channel eARC supported Video Upscaling To 4K
HDR (High Dynamic Range) Support HDR10 Yes HDR10+ Yes HLG Yes Dolby Vision Yes
Other Specs FM Sensitivity 12.8 dBf Multibrand Remote Control Yes Learning Remote Yes Width (inches) 17.125 Height (inches) 7.625 Depth (inches) 19.6875 Weight (pounds) 51.4 Parts Warranty 3 Years Labor Warranty 3 Years
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