AVR-X3800H

I replaced an old Onkyo 535 with this Denon. It was a significant upgrade. There is zero noise, the Bluetooth is easy to use and provides excellent sound, and the HDMI circuitry is outstanding. The eARC capability is compatible with 2.1 HDMI, and it works seamlessly. Of note, I really like the way it provides the best sound configuration automatically for each source, and I don't have to switch around to find the best sound option. For example, if the source is compatible with Atmos, it provides Atmos. If it's only compatible with Dolby surround, it switches to that. Finally, the distribution of sound is superb. I have a 7.1 speaker configuration of mostly mid-level speakers, and the Denon uses them to their fullest. Rear sounds come clearly from the rear...same with each side, etc. And most of all, I don't have to tweak the system to get that. I just used the provided microphone and ran the set up (which was really easy), and I have really great sound. This unit is a good value.

The Denon AVR-X3800H 9.4-Ch Receiver isn’t just a gadget—it’s a ticket to audio nirvana. This beast has nine channels and four subwoofer outputs, so once you turn it on, you’ll swear you’re in a theater (or inside a spaceship). You might want to warn the neighbors, though; they’ll think you’ve set up a live concert or are hosting a sound effects rehearsal for the next Marvel movie. Let’s start with setup. Denon’s on-screen assistant guides you through, but don’t let that fool you; getting this masterpiece ready is like assembling a mini space station. Once you’re all hooked up, though, the real magic happens. Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Auro-3D turn every sound into an experience—rain doesn’t just “fall”; it pours around you, explosions actually vibrate the couch, and whispers feel like they’re coming from right behind you (slightly spooky but so worth it). Then there’s the 8K compatibility. Do you have an 8K TV yet? Probably not, but when you do, Denon’s got you covered. This receiver is so ahead of the game it might as well come with a crystal ball. And when paired with a compatible screen, it’s like watching reality, but somehow better. You might even find yourself watching documentaries on lawn care just to admire the crispy visuals. The HEOS multi-room streaming is a game-changer too. You can flood the entire house with sound, making every room a different “audio zone.” Cooking in the kitchen? Cue up some jazz. Lounging in the living room? Time for movie soundtracks. Suddenly, you’re the DJ of your own personal audio festival. And let’s talk power—105 watts per channel. Translation? Your house just became the neighborhood’s unofficial rock concert venue. Crank this thing up, and it’s so powerful your plants might actually start vibrating to the beat. Pets? They’ll look at you like, “Really? Another round of ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’?” For gamers, it’s a dream. With VRR and ALLM, even lag is a thing of the past. You’ll hear enemies sneaking up behind you before they even think about it. In short, the Denon AVR-X3800H is an audio powerhouse with more features than your average rocket ship. So, brace yourself for immersive sound, prepare your playlists, and get ready to turn your living room into an epic audio adventure.

Works well, but warning: this is under powered for a larger system. I had to buy an amplifier for my front speakers to have enough power to drive my 7.1.2 system. If you don't know what an amp does, it basically off loads the power required from the receiver to the amplifier. I was surprised that, at this price, more power was needed. Having said that, it works great. I used a Fosi amp, not too expensive, so a simple solution. Just be aware you may need to add an amp or two. It's not like I'm rocking the neighborhood, either. I'd still buy this again

I bought this receiver a couple months ago and finally got around to hooking it up to my new Polk speakers (Denon and Polk are both owned by Samsung) and it sounded fairly decent; not very much power but I guess the Polk R700 speakers I bought demand a lot of power. The receiver is in my bedroom and last night I put on a CD when I went to bed ~ 9 PM and fell asleep listening to music. At 1:30 in the morning all of a sudden it sounded like gunfire and cannons going off (my subwoofer just about shook the house down) so I ran over and turned off the receiver and went back to bed. A couple minutes later the receiver turned itself back on! and started the gunfire and cannon fire noises again - about every 3 seconds. The receiver wouldn't turn off so I finally ended up unplugging it. This morning I thought I'd try it again and today it won't even turn on - I've probably had this receiver on no more than ten hours - I head somewhere that Denon was a quality brand but their QA is obviously very poor.

There are lots of reviews out there discussing all the capability built into this receiver, so I won't repeat all that. I'll just say that I really like this thing. We just finished building our new, dedicated home theater, and I needed a decent 7.2.2 receiver to power 11 Klipsch speakers and route video to our Epson LS12000 projector. I've had a Denon receiver for years up in our family room, and it has been flawless. This Denon fit the bill and is less glitchy and more affordable than many other receivers out there, so we purchased one here on Amazon and haven't looked back. The theater has only been running for about two months, but the Denon is performing great, as expected. Set up was easy for our 7.2.2 speaker arrangement, the sound is crisp with more decibels than we'll ever need, and video switching has been flawless. The Android app for playing music on demand via phone command when tinkering elsewhere in the house is a handy feature. I'll update this review if anything changes, but at this point we could not be happier with this receiver. Highly recommended.

The sound is good, but the sound calibrating system is totally useless. I have a 5:2:2 Klipsch Reference speaker system. Using the sound calibration microphone system leaves the system so quiet you can hardly hear anything. After the third attempt it ended up in the trash. I then set it up manually and now it sounds good. I have five sound sources connected and trying to balance the sound levels when switching between devices is a pain. The universal aspect of the remote control does not work, resulting have to keep four remote controls on hand all the time. My wife is unable to use the system as nothing works well together. This unit replaces my old 3200 Denon and that had similar problems with remote control and the calibration system did not work well on that either. I guess I would by again as I like the sound but I am not impressed with the technology for set up or making it work with other devices.

The Denon AVR-X3800H 9.4-Channel Receiver is a fantastic addition to any home theater setup. It supports all the latest audio and video formats, including Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced, Auro 3D, and 8K UHD, ensuring a future-proofed, immersive experience. The setup is incredibly straightforward, thanks to the intuitive HD GUI Setup Assistant and Audyssey Room Correction Suite, which optimizes sound for my space. With built-in Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and HEOS multi-room streaming, I can effortlessly stream music from Spotify, Tidal, and more. The 105W per channel power drives my speakers with clarity and depth, making movies and music come alive. Highly recommend for its ease of use and cutting-edge features.

For a number of reasons, I decided I needed a new AV Receiver. My primary motivation was to move from 5.1 to 7.1 and up. I wanted something that already had the established standards and would be 8k ready. To get all of that , I read the reviews and it came down to Denon or Onkyo (yes I know there are even pricier and more esoteric products). This one had ample 8k HDMI (2.1 connections), several optical / coax digital inputs, phono input, sub outs, on screen display, and speaker calibration (Audyssey mic included). It has discrete line level inputs but no composite video. Yes, it includes all the variations for Dolby (Vision, Atmos, etc), DTS (X, etc), DIRAC compatible, compatible audio streaming services, etc. Check out the specs at one of the online services. The setup was a breeze with TV/onscreen prompts for general setup as well a room / speaker tuning. The remote is ok, sleak and well laid out. I ran the tuning setup for my 5.1 and will add 2 more speakers and rerun in the next week I think the calibration process is easy enough, but be sure to follow the prompts on screen about where and how far away to place the testing/calibration mic. It does have a manual calibration/tuning process, so if you know what you want already, just jump to that menu section. I'll note that I had this in my cart for a week trying to decide to buy, and then 2 days before Amazon's big sale event it went on sale ($200 off), but on the event day (July 10-11) it went back up! Kinda disappointed in that. Luckily, I got it when it first went on sale. Bottom Line: Do you research - be sure if you really need all the bells and whistles and the associated price, and if you want to jump ahead a bit and get the current cutting edge standards. These things seem to change every few years. One thing to note, the unit does have an "eco" mode (not sure how that works exactly) but it runs Warm and produces a fair amount of heat overall.

Lovely product... Heat sink is getting hot after half an hour...thankfully not towards damage.... Extra fan is needed.......to maintain temperature...

Excelente equipamento. Qualidade nos detalhes. Entrega som e imagem em bom nível.

Este receptor de Denon es para exigentes, tiene una gran variedad de opciones y debes experimentar con el para obtener el mejor sonido, en mi caso lo utilizo con bocinas Klipsch en los frontales principales y 2 subwoofers combinado con bocinas Bosé para el surround y canal central, el sonido y la potencia son excelentes, Audissey funciona muy bien y ya que está el sistema calibrado todavia tienes la opcion de modificar cualquier canal para adaptarlo especificamente a lo que estas viendo y escuchando, y todavía está la opción de Dirac! que aún no he probado, es un poco complicado de usar al principio pero despues es muy gratificante el resultado, ampliamente recomendable, pero cuidado no es un receptor para conectar y usar así como viene de fabrica.

Demon customer care is an amazing help. My 3800 had a BIOS problem after 2 years. Warranty is 3 years. They sent me a refurb, and that pooched out in about 5 minutes, so I'm now waiting for my second replacement. But the system itself is amazing, and the customer care is over the top helpful. I don't feel like I'm lesser than when I call them. They make me feel like a valued customer. Of course the system was a $2,000 purchase, so this little bit of Royal Treatment makes me highly recommend their warranty service. I love the 3800H. It's a beast. And I find myself wanting to add more speakers and more subwoofers to make the system rock the house. Takes a bit of help to set up, but always remember to plug in all your components before you turn this thing on. Never ever plug a speaker in while it's on. Any AI Will help you find speedy answers to some of the setup problems you will encounter. I bought this 2 years ago, and the price has not changed. That's how valuable this thing actually is. It's a high-end system, as opposed to a $500 basic amp. I just wanted to make sure that I had something that would last me my lifetime through speaker upgrades and additions. I highly recommend Denon, their warranty service, and the X3800H.

Superó bastante mi anterior modelo x5200w, no en potencia (estaba sobrado) pero si en funciones y nitidez del sonido. Para una sala de cine hasta mediana es suficiente su potencia y sus 11.2 canales disponibles te darán es inmersión en tus peliculas y conciertos que tanto has deseado.