| Great Deal Denon AVR-988 7.1-Channel Multizone Home Theater Receiver | |||||
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Denon AVR-988 7.1-Channel Multizone Home Theater Receiver Features
Denon AVR-988 7.1-Channel Multizone Home Theater Receiver Overviews A/V Multi Source/Zone Receiver Related Products
Customer Review Best Customer Review : I installed the Denon AVR-988 in my home theater system approximately one month ago. The sound quality is excellent and crystal clear with power to spare. Prior to buying this unit, I read most of the reviewers' comments on this site which convinced me to buy it. Another selling point was of course the price; I got this unit from Amazon in February 2009 for less than 0. In summary, this is an excellent AVR for listening to Audio CDs and Movies! Also, the set up right out the box was very easy for me and I am by no means an expert when it comes to audio-visual equipment. The user's manual was not difficult at all to understand; I found it to be very logically written and helpful. I would recommend the Denon AVR-988 to anyone looking to buy a quality AVR for their home theater system; make sure that you couple it with a high quality speaker system (including a subwoofer). Great AVR!! Customer Review 1 : Denon Dual zone receiver - world traveler - CA usa I love this receiver. Unfortunately, my last Denon died. I loved the sound quality so I got this. You can watch TV or a DVD in the Living room and Listen to music or TV or what ever out side with the second zone. Of course the Denon are the only receivers I have to hiring someone to set up because this surround sound stuff gets complicated, when you have Ipod, DVD, VCR Satelite DVR on Cable etc. I have had this for maybe a year or 2 and it is great. REMOTE IS A POOR DESIGN. Changing from Cable to SAT or zone 2 is on the back side of the remote behind a door. Not difficult, just could have been easier on the front. Customer Review 2 : Consider Onkyo - Timothy J. Brun - I have had this reciever for 6 months and watched 14 movies with it and the HDMI output has stopped working. Consider Denon's warranty when purchasing this product. When the reciever goes bad, the consumer is responsible for shipping cost to one of 6 service centers in the country. They run on a 3 week backlog. I will really enjoy disconnecting, waiting 3 weeks, paying for shipping, and reconnecting the reciever in my dedicated home theater room. I will hook up my spare Onkyo that works in the meantime. |
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| Great Deal Denon AVR-4308CI Multizone Home Theater Receiver with Network Streaming and Wi-Fi | |||||
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Denon AVR-4308CI Multizone Home Theater Receiver with Network Streaming and Wi-Fi Features
Denon AVR-4308CI Multizone Home Theater Receiver with Network Streaming and Wi-Fi Overviews Denon AVR-4308CI Next Generation A/V Multi-Source/Zone with Network Streaming Receiver Related Products
Customer Review Best Customer Review : I searched for quite a while before I decided to purchase this Denon Receiver. I'm not an expert by any means and was very nervous about purchasing the right product. I easily found a lot of reviews for Denon and this specific receiver and it seemed like the right choice, so I jump in. While I waited for it to arrive, I discovered that you can download the manuals for all of Denon's Receivers online at their website - [...]. That was a nice discovery as it allowed me the opportunity to review how to set it up before it arrived and let me look at the connections and side notes. In looking at the reviews, most complaints about Denon had to do with the manual and remote controls. When the unit arrived it was well packaged and delivered as promised by the supplier via Amazon.com. It is very heavy! I was quite surprised, but there is a lot under the hood of this machine as I'm being told. The set-up was almost too easy in regards to wiring. In the end, I removed a bunch of wires from underneath my entertainment unit that I no longer needed. That was a pleasant surprise. I did have a slight problem with hooking up the speakers, but that was from being a novice and I did get it corrected fairly quickly. Once I turned it on, it took some time to figure out the remote. Again, I did see a lot of complaints regarding Denon's remotes in the posts that I read. I actually found it to be easy overall once there was a little time spent with it. I agree that it could be more enhanced to match the receiver sophistication. The 4308CI is a Network Streaming and WiFi unit. This is the area where I've had the most difficulty. I went to this level and expense because of these features and the multi zone capabilities. The manual leaves you guessing quite a bit in getting this all set up and working properly. I wanted to be able to stream music from my computer onto my stereo system. They recommend an online service called [...] in which to make this happen along with Windows Media Player. Talk about a joke in regards to explaining how to make this happen. I was extremely frustrated and spent a lot of time trying to figure out what to do. In the end, I got the internet radio services working, but I was unable to get my music off my computer to work through the system. I have a Mac Book Pro with a Windows environment which is where I tried to get the Media Player and Twonky working properly. In the end, my goals were not being reached. I wanted my iTunes to be able to play on my system along with my LaLa.com playlists. I have good news, it can be done and no one will tell you how unless you do a lot of researching. Make your life simple and get the Apple Airport Express. This little items costs around 0. You connect it to the back of the unit (I used the VCR/iPod connection ports). You then download the software, select the device on your computer, open iTunes and viola!! If you are familiar with [...], purchase the MP3's in your playlists and they will download into iTunes and you can then stream your music from there too. I'm happy as a bug now and listening to incredible tunes on an incredible system!!! I want to mention that I purchased the Definitive Technology Pro Cinema 800 Speaker System (5.1). These speakers sound awesome with the Denon Receiver and I'd highly recommend them. Customer Review 2 : Excellent Product But....a little patience required - Huey K. Huynh - Rancho Santa Fe, CA USA If you want an excellent AV with all the bells and whistle, buy this Denon. However, be prepared to have a lot of patience w/ its user manual. Read it once....or twice. And if you're still foggy as to what it's really saying, then try this: [...]. This is a "Please....Speak English" kind of manual specifically written for Denon AV. I used it to get the best out of my unit. By the way, try to team this up w/ the Denon DVD-3800BDCI blu ray (currently for sale @539 vs. 99 MSRP). It's the best combo system for under 2K. |
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| Great Deal Denon AVR-3808CI 7.1-Channel Multizone Home Theater Receiver with Networking | |||||
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Denon AVR-3808CI 7.1-Channel Multizone Home Theater Receiver with Networking Features
Denon AVR-3808CI 7.1-Channel Multizone Home Theater Receiver with Networking Overviews Denon AVR-3808CI A/V Multi-Source/Zone with Network Streaming Receiver Related Products
Customer Review Best Customer Review : This Denon 3808ci is a monster when you take it out of the box, it has many ways to hook up your audio equipment, old or new. This unit is not for the casual user but one who will take time to learn the system and its many features,I have had mine since 08 and still I an messing with the controls and fine tuning it to my liking. To sum it up it well built and a solid performer, get ready to feast your eyes and ears on quality. Customer Review 1 : Too complicated - Kazo - Pacific Northwest I have used this receiver for two years. It sounds great, performs well, and has more features than anyone will ever use. But it is so painfully difficult to use that I do not recommend it to anyone who is not willing to spend at least two semesters of hard study at Denon U. Just changing bass, treble, balance, or anything else that should be very basic will have you reach for the manual, and then good luck. Many times I have given up and just call tech support. At least it's an 800 number, and you usually don't wait longer than 15 minutes. Could save you hours trying to figure it out yourself. Customer Review 2 : Consider Others First - Booked - CO I bought this receiver after owning several higher end units. I've spent a lot more and they just didn't last long enough to justify the high price. As soon as the warranty ran out, they crashed hard. I loved the sound, but I was willing to make sacrifices to not have to pay very much. I'm a little shocked to see all the very high reviews, so I decided to post to give the full story on this unit. Please try to listen and use this unit prior to buying. Also, do a quick search for reviews and forums to complete the picture. The features of this unit are second to none. I chose it because I got tons of great connections and I thought the network access would be nice. The reality is that the video conversion is not very good. The HDMI will actually cut out quite a bit so you'll have to get use to it. Its really slow to "re-sync" the signals. Do a quick search on this to see how other users are dealing with the common issue. Other reviews complain about the interface. I use tons of software and electronics and even taught UI development so I've seen really bad interfaces. I really thought that no matter how bad it is I could use it and/or figure it out....wow, was I wrong. The UI is amazingly bad. Microsoft would even fix it before shipping. The menus are odd to say the least. Typically, I use the web UI. Its not nearly as feature rich, but at least you can quickly do a task. As far as the sound goes, I find it to be adequate and right inline for the price. I've made tons of tweaks and still cant quite get the lush sound I had before, but its adequate. The bottom line is the unit is feature rich and output is right in line with other units in this price range. The UI will frustrate the heck out of you and the video conversion is not exactly what you think you are getting. If I could do it over again, I would choose a different unit. |
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| Great Deal Denon AVR-2809CI 7.1-Channel Multizone Home Theater Receiver | ||||
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Denon AVR-2809CI 7.1-Channel Multizone Home Theater Receiver Features
Denon AVR-2809CI 7.1-Channel Multizone Home Theater Receiver Overviews A/V Surround Receiver featuring Dolby Tru HD, dts HD Master Audio and 1080p HD Video enhances your level of video and audio performances. Related Products
Customer Review Best Customer Review : I've been an audio engineer most of my life. Spent 43 years at ABC-TV. Got 2 Emmys for my work. I worked everything from uontold numbeer of Wide World of Sports to 12 Academy Awards. I say this because I hope you will understand when I say...."This DENON Surround Sound VR-2809CI IS FABULOUS!" I know whereof I speak. One tip....The setup is quite tricky. If you are new to this sort of Receiver/Amplifier, you would be wise to have it professionally installed. It handles 7 plus components for me and once it's setup you can sit back and relax. I thot I knew what I was doing and ended with a pro installation. However you go, you will not be unhappy. Customer Review 1 : Denon Receiver - Dustin Aimes - Huron, SD United States Wow!! This receiver is amazing. We are so glad we spent the extra money to buy this one. Fantastic sound, takes care of the variable sound issue when commercials come on. Would definitely use this vendor again, product was shipped quickly and was exactly as described. Customer Review 2 : Audissey is always a good option? - Gilberto Dotti Cesa - Flores da Cunha, RS Brasil I bought this receiver and after some days I got to setup it correctily ... I think. The Audissey options sounds great for some blu-rays like Ted Nugent and Incubus at Red Rocks, because these blu-rays have a weak sound ... Audissey puts them on fire, especially the drums of Ted Nugent's blu-ray. Return to Forever's blu-ray doesn't need the Audissey on, because the sound is really great!!! NIN didn't sound good either with Audissey on. Anyone thinks/hear like me??? |
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| Great Deal Denon AVR-1909 7.1-Channel Multizone Home Theater Receiver | |||||
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Denon AVR-1909 7.1-Channel Multizone Home Theater Receiver Features
Denon AVR-1909 7.1-Channel Multizone Home Theater Receiver Overviews Ready for the future, the AVR-1909 is equipped with the latest high resolution surround sound format decoding capabilities, including Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, and DTS-HD Master Audio – the latest high resolution audio formats found on many Blu-ray high definition discs. The powerful seven channel amplifier section can be configured for 7.1 channel surround sound, as well as being able to drive a 5.1 channel system in the main room along with powered stereo speaker outputs for second zone audio. The video section features extensive video source switching and up-conversion capability, and is equipped with three latest specification v1.3a HDMI inputs and one HDMI output, with up to 1080p resolution. In addition, the AVR-1909 features Faroudja DCDi video processing and up-conversion, breathing new life into standard definition sources, along with three HD component video inputs and one HD component video output. Setup is a snap, thanks to the icon-based on screen display, and the Audyssey MultEQ acoustic correction and optimization system custom-tailors the sound for optimum tonal balance throughout the listening space. To eliminate irritating swings in volume between TV shows and commercials, the AVR-1909 is one of the first to offer Audyssey Dynamic Volume automatic volume-leveling system, as well as Audyssey Dynamic EQ to ensure rich bass and smooth tonal balance, even at low volume levels. Related Products
Customer Review Best Customer Review : The nuts-n-bolts of this product have already been adequately covered. Denon is guilty as charged for having Tech. Writers imported from the planet Valtar, but there is a work around that will solve all your issues with installation. BATPIG'S DENON-TO-ENGLISH DICTIONARY Denon manuals are terrible. Thankfully, batpig is here! Get help setting up your new Denon AVR, running Audyssey auto setup, and ... [...] - Cached - Similar Setup guide Model numbers Denon faq Audyssey info Who is batpig More results from [...] » Batpig saved my bacon (so to speak) and turned a expletive filled afternoon of frustration into an easy hour of peaceful resolution. Go to Batpig, download the appropriate information and your off to the races. This AVR 1909 is worth the extra measures required to "dial-in" so take a shot chase it with two beers and follow Batpig's instruction and in no time you will be dodging canon balls wizzing thru your living room from the masterpiece sound-check standard......Master and Commander. Trust me.......I am a Doctor. Customer Review 1 : Customer Review 2 : All you will ever need - Jenny McLeod - Sint Maarten, Caribbean This is the list of equipment I used to make my system. Acoustic Audio HD515 In Wall Ceiling 5.1 Home Theater Stereo Speakers. Dayton SA70 70W Subwoofer Amplifier. DLO Home Deluxe Ipod Dock. (Not that happy with it, it has some software hangups). Logiteck 1100 remote control. (See my report on this remote) Any HD TV with HDMI input. Any DVD/CD player with a HDMI output. Use any 12awg or 14awg wire to connect the speakers. The setup despite the reviews I have read is a breeze. Fantastic sound. |
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