Denon AVR-A1H – 15.4 Ch. 150W 8K AV Receiver with HEOS®

AVR-A1H 15.4 Ch. 8K AV Receiver

With 15 channels of amplification, our most powerful transformer, carefully selected parts, and hefty, high-rigidity construction, the AVR-A1H supports up to 9.4.6 configuration and delivers a professional theater experience in your home cinema. Designed and manufactured at Denon facilities in Japan.

Highlights

Unleash 15 channels of power
The world’s first 15-channel AV receiver delivering up to 150W per channel (at 8 ohms, 20-20kHz,THD 0.05%, 2ch driven).

Unparalleled quality and performance
The largest power transformer we have ever used and new, larger capacitors make AVR-A1H respond quickly and dynamically to your music to reproduce audio as the artist intended.

The latest technologies
Equipped with the latest dual-core, 1GHz digital signal processor (DSP) and the latest HDMI standards, the receiver supports all 3D audio formats and 8K entertainment.

Hi-fi grade components
Audiophile grade two-channel DAC for all 19 channels, hefty gold-plated speaker terminals, cast iron feet, and rigid construction protects against vibration and interference, greatly reducing noise impacts.

Connection choices
Both professionals and enthusiasts will appreciate the selection of connectivity options, like 15.4 channel pre-outs with Pre- Amplifier mode, both RA and XLR subwoofer connections, and integration with home automation control systems.

Setup and room correction
Denon's award winning setup assistant provides step by step setup instructions. Supports the highest suite of Audyssey MultEQ technologies (installed) and Dirac Live upgradability (with fee).

Built to high standards
Designed and manufactured in Denon’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Japan, where traditional practices fuse seamlessly with technologies designed for the future.

HEOS® Built-in technology
Stream music wirelessly from a variety of free and premium streaming services. Share content to HEOS-enabled devices, like Denon Home speakers, in other rooms.

Over a century of innovation
Founded in 1910, Denon enhances the moments that matter through the relentless pursuit of quality, innovation, and audio performance.

Key Technologies

Dolby Atmos®
Unleash a fully immersive 3D audio experience from Dolby Atmos content starting from a 5.1.2 speaker setup. Dolby Surround upmixer engages all speakers to create 3D audio sensation from legacy content. Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization Technology creates the sensation of overhead sound even without a 5.1.2 system. You can also enjoy Dolby Atmos music tracks available from Apple Music, Amazon HD, and TIDAL through a compatible streaming device.

DTS:X
DTS:X immersive audio content places sound where it would naturally occur in space, creating life-like, multi-dimensional
audio. DTS Neural:X upmixer offers improved immersion and heightened realism for legacy content. DTS Virtual:X provides immersive audio without height channels.

DTS:X Pro
Featuring the latest audio format support to experience your entertainment decoded with the most current DTS 3D audio technology. Enjoy up to 13.2 channels of audio processing in exquisite detail.

IMAX Enhanced
Get the most premium at-home entertainment experience with IMAX Enhanced — the latest technology from DTS that sets a new standard for home theater imaging, sound, scale, and clarity. Watch clearer pictures and brighter images. Feel immersive, heart-pounding audio and experience premium content digitally remastered by IMAX. You can enjoy IMAX Enhanced experience starting from a 5.1.4 speaker setup. IMAX Enhanced compatible TV or projector is required.

Auro 3D®
Auro 3D elevates the home theater experience to amazing new levels by delivering the excitement of three-dimensional sound for music, games, broadcasts, and films, putting you in a cocoon of lifelike sound. Turn your existing audio-visual collection into an Auro 3D experience, thanks to the Auro-Matic upmixing engine. Supports up to 7.1.4 or 5.1.6 Auro 3D speaker configurations with external two-channel amplifier.

360 Reality Audio
360 Reality Audio is a new immersive music experience that uses Sony‘s 360 Spatial Sound technology. Individual sounds such as vocals, chorus, piano, guitar, bass, and even the sounds of a live audience can be placed in a 360 spherical sound field. With 360 Reality Audio, music has never been so immersive and so real. Select Denon AV receivers are capable of 360 Reality Audio playback by connecting a 360RA streaming device via HDMI. Stay tuned for further updates!

HDMI Connectivity with ARC/eARC
Supports the latest technology on all HDMI inputs and output. ARC (Audio Return Channel) or eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) makes playing TV audio through your AV receiver simple, with a single HDMI connection. eARC provides HD and 3D audio transmissions such as Dolby TrueHD, DTS HD Master Audio, and Dolby Atmos while ARC is limited to conventional 5.1ch audio formats or PCM.

8K/HDCP 2.3
Enjoy pristine 8K picture quality on your 8K TV or projector. Supports both 8K pass-through and 8K upscaling of 4K  content. Supports HDCP 2.3, the latest copy protection standard, for peace of mind when streaming copy-protected content.

Brilliant color from HDR 10+
Supports HDR (High Dynamic Range), HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma), as well as Dynamic HDR and HDR10+ pass-through. HLG offers HDR technology over broadcast content. Both Dynamic HDR and HDR10+ use dynamic metadata to optimize shadows and highlights as screens change.

Dolby Vision
Dolby Vision is a stunning HDR imaging technology that brings extraordinary color, contrast, and brightness to the screen.
Compatible with Dolby Vision so you can enjoy Dolby Vision content from a compatible source device and TV.

Roon Tested
Get more out of your digital music library with searchable, surfable information about your favorite artists and songs. Find lyrics, concert dates, photos, bios, reviews and more.

Next-generation gaming
Supports Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Quick Frame Transport (QFT), and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) for smooth, lag-free gaming experience when connected with compatible gaming devices.

HEOS® Built-in
With HEOS Built-in, your AV receiver can stream music wirelessly across compatible HEOS components from a variety of free and premium streaming services. Consumers can also enjoy their favorite music in any room of the home wirelessly. Play the same song in every room or select a different song for each connected room via a variety of streaming sources. Add Denon Home speakers to more rooms and control it all with the HEOS app.

High-resolution audio
Discover the incredible fidelity of high-resolution audio tracks and enjoy music as the artist intended. A front USB port supports up to 24bit/192kHz hi-res audio playback from a USB drive. Supported audio formats are MP3, WMA, WAV, MPEG- 4/AAC, FLAC, and ALAC.

Denon Setup Assistant
Award-winning guided Denon Setup Assistant provides simple, clear instructions to get started. Just connect your AV receiver to your TV and follow the instructions on the TV screen to connect your speakers, perform speaker measurements, and connect source devices. For additional convenience, the AV receiver renames HDMI inputs automatically when connected, or you can rename manually at your convenience.

Audyssey Premium Suites of Room Correction Technology
Denon AV receivers use the Audyssey suite of EQ software for simple, accurate setup and calibration. With the supplied Audyssey measuring microphone, Audyssey measures all the speakers in your home theater, and tunes the AV receiver to provide the smoothest, most optimal overall listening experience for your room. This AV receiver supports Audyssey MultEQ room correction technology. The other supported Audyssey features are Dynamic EQ, and Dynamic Volume.

AL32 Processing Technology
AL32 Processing, a Denon proprietary analog waveform reproduction technology, supports up to 192 kHz sampling
frequency and 32bit expansion on your receiver. The technology thoroughly suppresses noise associated with D/A conversion to reproduce low-level signals with optimum clarity and bring out all the delicate nuances of the music. AL32 Processing Multi-Channel means the technology is applied on all channels and all input sources.

Dirac Live Upgradability
The interaction between your sound system and the physical layout of your room has a huge impact on sound quality. Dirac Live® Room Correction applies state-of-the-art, patented algorithms to analyze and digitally reduce room impact and enhance speaker performance. Select Denon AV receivers support Dirac Live Upgradability. You can purchase a Dirac Live license key to unlock the functionality. Visit dirac.com/denon/ for more information. Upgradability will be supported via a future firmware update. Stay tuned!

Josh.ai
Josh.ai offers flexible voice control for nearly any aspect of your day-to-day experience and entertainment environment. Use voice commands to control the thermostat, lights, home appliances, speakers, AV receivers, and more. Josh.ai is installed by custom integrators and accessed through an app on your phone or tablet. Works with iOS and Android devices (US only).

Amazon Alexa
Use your voice to stream your favorite music services through Alexa with HEOS® Built-in. Turn volume up or down, pause, mute and play the next song — all with your voice.

Apple Airplay 2 with Siri
Stream audio or video from your favorite streaming services using your smart device. Hear audio perfectly synced to your speakers from AirPlay 2 sources. AirPlay 2 also supports multi-room audio. With Siri compatibility, users can play music, adjust volume, and switch inputs using voice control. AirPlay 2 features in compatible devices can also be controlled with your voice via Siri.

Google Home
Google Home or other devices with Google Assistant built-in can control content across your listening environment. Ask your Google Assistant to control volume, play, pause, skip tracks and more.

Denon Remote App
The Denon AVR Remote control app allows you to turn the receiver on and off, select an input source, adjust volume, and browse music from your phone or in a USB drive when connected to the receiver.

Details & Specifications

Multichannel Surround
DTS HD Master, DTS:X, DTS:X Pro: Yes, Yes, Yes
DTS Neo:X, DTS Neural:X: No, Yes (15ch)
DTS Virtual:X: Yes
IMAX Enhanced: Yes
Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, Dolby Atmos Music: Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes
Dolby ProLogic Ilz, Dolby Surround: No, Yes
Auro 3D: Yes
360 Reality Audio / MPEG H: Yes, Yes
Multichannel Stereo: Yes
Max. Number of Processing (Pre-Amp) Channels: 15.4

Sound Enhancements
Mono Block Power Amp Construction: Yes (L/R separated)
Discrete Power Amplifier: Yes
D.D.S.C. HD Digital: Yes (32 bit)
Pure Direct: Yes
Gold Plated RCA Terminals: Yes
Clock Jitter Reducer: Yes
Alpha Processing: AL32 Processing Multichannel
Audyssey: MultEQ XT32
Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume: Yes, Yes
Audyssey LFC: Yes
Dirac Live Upgradability: Yes
Compressed Audio Restorer: Yes

Network
Media Server: Yes
HEOS Wireless Multi-Room Technology: Yes
Alexa / Google Voice Assistant / Apple HomePod: Yes, Yes, Yes
Lossy Formats: MP3, WMA, AAC: Yes, Yes, Yes
Lossless Formats: FLAC, ALAC, WAV: Yes, Yes, Yes
Lossless Formats: FLAC HD, WAV, ALAC (all 192kHz/24 bit): Yes, Yes, Yes
DSD Audio Streaming: Yes (2.8/5.6MHz)
AirPlay 2: Yes
TuneIn: Yes
Spotify Connect: Yes
Pandora: Yes
SiriusXM: Yes
Roon Tested: Yes
HEOS App Control: Yes
Compatible with Remote APP for Smart Phones: Denon 2016 AVR Remote
Ethernet Ports: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes
Bluetooth: Yes

HDMI
HDMI Inputs: Back, Front: 7, No
HDCP2.3 support: Yes
HDMI Outputs: Main, Zone: 2, 1
HDMI In, Out: 7, 3
HDMI 2.1: 8K/60Hz AB, 4K/120Hz AB: Yes, Yes
HDR, HLG, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, Dynamic HDR: Yes , Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) Pass-through for gaming: Yes
Variable Refresh Rate, Quick Frame Transport, Quick Media Switching: Yes, Yes, No
3D Signal Pass-through: Yes
8K Signal Pass-Through, Scaling, GUI Overlay: Yes, Yes, Yes
DSD Audio Capability: Yes
Audio Return Channel (ARC), Enhanced ARC: Yes, Yes
Auto LipSync: Yes

Multi-room CI
Multi-Room Zones: 3
Zone Audio Source: HDMI; Optical, Coax, Network, USB; Analog: Yes (2ch), Yes (2ch), Yes, Yes
Zone Audio Output: Speaker, Pre-Out: Yes, Yes
Zone HDMI Output from HDMI Source: Yes
IP Control, RS232 Control, Web Control, App Control: Yes, Yes /Yes, Yes
Remote In / Out: Yes, Yes
DC Trigger Output: 2
HDMI Diagnostics: Yes

Others
Auto Speaker Setup by Microphone: Audyssey MultEQ XT32 or Dirac Live (upgrade)
Front Display: 2-Line FLD
GUI Languages: 3
Setup Assistent: Yes
Quick Select Plus, Quick Select: Yes, No
Variable Crossover: Yes
Optimized Bass Redirection: Yes
Bass Sync: Yes
ECO Mode: Yes
Auto Power Off: Yes
Sleep Timer: Yes

Inputs Outputs
Multi-Room Video Out: Video, HDMI: No, Yes
Analog In, Out: 5 (1x XLR), No
Phono (MM) In: Yes
Digital In: Optical, Coaxial: 2, 2
Multi-Room Out: Analog, Digital: 2, No
Multichannel Pre-out: Yes (17.4)
Subwoofer Out: 4 (independent)
Speaker Terminal: Gold-Plated Screw, Regular Screw: Yes, No
Number of Speaker Terminals: 17
Speaker A / B: Assignable
Bi-amp Drive: Assignable
Multi-Room Speaker Terminal: Assignable
Front Inputs: Audio, Composite, Digital (Opt), HDMI, USB: No, No, No, No, Yes
USB Audio, Made for iPod, Made for iPhone: Yes, No, No
AM/FM Tuner: Yes

Specifications
Number of Power Amps: 15
Power Output (8 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08% 2ch Drive): No
Power Output (8 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.05% 2ch Drive): 150W
Power Output (6 ohm, 1 kHz, 0.7% 2ch Drive): 190W
Power Output (6 ohm, 1 kHz, 10% 1ch Drive): 260W

General
Metal Front Panel: Yes
System Remote Control: RC-1250
Pre-Programmed, Learnable, LCD Display: Yes, Yes, Yes
Power Consumption in W: 900
Power Consumption No-Sound (ECO On / Off) in W: 70W/125W
Standby Consumption in W: 0.1
CEC Standby Consumption in W: 0.5
Network Standby Consumption in W: Less than 2.0
Dimensions: Antenna: Horizontal: (W x D x H) in Inches: 17.1 x 19.6 x 7.7
Dimensions: Antenna: Vertical: (W x D x H) in Inches: 17.1 x 19.6 x 10.2
Dimensions: W/O Antenna: (W x D x H) in Inches: 17.1 x 19.4 x 7.7
Weight in LBS: 70.5

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