Denon AVR-988 7.1-Channel/5.1+2-Channel Multi-source/Multi-zone Home Theater Receiver (Black) From:Denon
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Batteries Included: 1
Binding: Electronics
Brand: Denon
Color: Black
EAN: 0081757507684
Height: 1205 hundredths-inches
Length: 2004 hundredths-inches
Weight: 3500 hundredths-pounds
Width: 2071 hundredths-inches
Label: Denon
Manufacturer: Denon
Model: AVR988
Packaged Height: 1210 hundredths-inches
Packaged Length: 2060 hundredths-inches
Packaged Weight: 3440 hundredths-pounds
Packaged Width: 2000 hundredths-inches
Publisher: Denon
Studio: Denon
Feature:
- 7.1-channel 2-zone/2-source A/V home theater receiver with 110 watts per channel power output
- Supports Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS Neo:6 Surround, DTS-ES Extended Surround, DTS-HD, and Dolby True HD multichannel formats
- Audyssey MultEQ calibration process makes setup easy; Faroudja DCDi video processing
- 2 HDMI v1.3a digital video inputs and 1 HDMI monitor output; compatible with iPods and XM satellite radio receivers
- Measures 17.1 x 6.75 x 16.55 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 29 pounds; 2-year warranty
Product Description:
The AVR-988 has been rebuilt from the ground up and has been outfitted and updated with the latest A/V theater technology allowing for enhanced multi-room operation and performance. The AVR-988 now has HDMI v1.3a which brings with it the new surround formats of Dolby Digital TrueHD and dts Master Audio decoding providing for the ultimate surround experience. Audyssey processing has been updated which will provide improved auto calibration results for even smoother sound reproduction. The Faroudja FLi2310 processor, one of the best in the industry, has been employed to allow for video scaling to 1080p resolution. An RS-232C system control port and serial IR ports are provided for ease of integration for complex home audio installations with 3rd party controllers. Additionally, the AVR-988 now comes with dual remotes for improved multi-zone applications and control.
Expanded HDMI v1.3a ports with Deep Color, xvYCC and SACD Support Analog Video to HDMI Scaling - 1080p Digital to Analog conversion for multi-zone connection flexibility Assignable +12V D.C. triggers Network ready with optional ASD-3N/3W Denon D-docks for iPod Rear Panel RS-232C Discrete IR remote codes Comes with dual remotes - learning remote and standard 2-way remote capability with optional RC-7000CI and RC-7001RCI remote system
Customer Reviews:
2 of 2 customers found the following review helpful:
 Great Receiver. Amazing Deal, 2008-11-30
Denon is a premium brand with a known reputation for outstanding video processing (A+), excellent sound (A), and overall great performance (A+). This receiver lives up to that high standard. It sounds and looks great.
My audio system sounds noticably better with this Denon receiver than with my old Pioneer receiver. I am usually suspicious of such claims, but the sound quality is noticably better (and terrific). It has more power than I will ever need, and it has just about every feature you would ever want for future innovations. It's also made in Japan (high quality) and not China, Taiwan, or elsewhere in Asia.
Denon receivers are especially renowned for outstanding video and digital audio quality. This receiver handles Dolby TrueHD and many other formats, including formats of the future. The upconverting video ability is outstanding. Denons can't be beat.
Some say the Yamahas sound just as good, but are a little cheaper, than Denons. However, Denons have better video processing and are overall better, but cost a little more. The Onkyos are nearly as good overall as the Denons, some say, but are significantly cheaper. However, Denons are simply better, and Onkyos have a reputation for running very hot -- unacceptable to me. My Denon runs only warm. Denons are known for having especially-good heat sinks and amps. I bought this Denon on deep sale, making it an amazing bargain when compared to other receivers.
I bought this receiver on sale at Amazon.com for less than $600 -- easily the best offer anywhere on the internet. At that price, the Denon AVR-988 is a premium receiver at a price that beats lessor competitors in both performance and price. The Denon arrived at my home in perfect condition, brand new. (I think a few refurbished or previously-opened Denons were sold that way at Amazon, but mine was brand new and in perfect condition.) I highly recommend this receiver at this amazing deal.
There are a few minor weaknesses with this Denon receiver. There are two HDMI inputs, which are all I will ever need, so this was the best choice -- and an incredible deal -- for me. If you need more HDMI inputs, move up to the Denon AVR-2809CI or the Denon AVR-3808CI. The manual is also somewhat confusing, so be ready to take time to read it carefully from the beginning. Hint: If you become lost, back-up to a previous page, because I found two solutions when I realized I had missed a piece of information at a previous page. The subwoofer also took me a little extra time to set-up. If your mind cannot handle mild complexity or you do not want to invest four extra hours for set-up, then buy a simple, cheap receiver. The performance of the Denon is first-rate and is worth a day of your life to get it going. It will serve you well for a long time.
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