Denon AVC-A1H 15.4 Channel AV Amplifier

"Best Product Premium AV Amplifier" – EISA Awards 2023-2024

Denon's AVC-A1H represents top-tier contemporary AV receiver design. It combines 15.4-channel processing with a 15-channel power amplifier, making it an ideal choice for the most demanding home theater systems. Denon's "A1"-class quality standards are emphasized in this amplifier: a massive toroidal transformer, a separate power supply for the DAC section, a 32-bit DSP, and an optimized circuit board design. When combined with Audyssey MultEQ XT and Dirac Live calibration capabilities, the result is reference-level audio quality for both movies and music playback. Denon's flagship amplifier combines power and scale with immense precision and detail. It is unparalleled among multi-channel integrated AV amplifiers.

The AVC-A1H is a reference-class AV amplifier that, thanks to 15 channels of amplification, the most powerful transformer Denon has ever used, carefully selected components, and abundant features, ensures a unique listening and viewing experience. It provides up to 210 W of power per monoblock amplifier channel.

The amplifier can directly drive up to a 9.4.6 speaker system, ensuring complete flexibility for all requirements. Enjoy stunning 8K video quality with the latest features. Music streaming is possible with advanced HEOS® Built-In technology. Designed and manufactured at Denon's Shirakawa factory in Japan, this flagship model has undergone uncompromising Denon Sound Master tuning, ensuring Denon's signature naturally balanced and dynamic sound quality.

Equipped with the latest dual-core 1 GHz digital signal processor (DSP) and the latest HDMI standards, the AV amplifier supports all current 3D audio formats and 4K/8K video capabilities that an enthusiastic home theater hobbyist could imagine needing. Audiophile-grade two-channel DAC (separately for each of the 19 channels), hefty gold-plated speaker terminals, cast iron feet, and an overall robust construction protect against vibrations and interference, significantly reducing external adverse factors.

Brutal power and refined intelligence in one package

The AVC-A1H weighs approximately 32 kilograms. Both professionals and enthusiasts appreciate the extensive connectivity options, such as 15.4-channel pre-amplifier outputs and integration into home automation control systems. The amplifier channels are constructed with a monoblock design, where the high-quality amplifier circuits for each channel are separated onto their own boards. This significantly improves channel separation.

A 3D audio experience is possible in all necessary audio formats: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and IMAX Enhanced. Auro-3D with a powerful upsampler that elevates the sound of other formats to a new dimension. Sony 360 Reality Audio... The AVC-XA1H supports even 7.1.6 Auro-3D speaker configurations. For Dolby Atmos content, you can achieve the most authentic 3D audio experience with a 9.4.6 speaker system. Speaker and pre-out settings can be adjusted so that some speakers are driven by internal amplifiers, while the remaining internal amplifiers are completely switched off, and for example, the main and center speakers are driven via an even more powerful external power amplifier, utilizing a cleaner and high-capacity pre-amplified signal.

For room acoustic problems, help can be found in the AVC-A1H's powerful room correction features.

The familiar and proven Audyssey MultEQ XT32 performs excellently, especially when seasoned to one's taste with the affordable Audyssey Editor application. For hardcore tuners, there is the option for in-depth PC-controlled Audyssey configuration (MultEQ-X, paid license). Varying levels of Dirac Live calibration options are also coming (Dirac Live features are based on paid software licenses). Two speaker settings can be stored with separate calibrations, which activate as desired with the selected audio source.

Among all the technical excellence, Denon's traditional reliability and comfortable usability are also pleasing. Extensive features are easily managed through the new high-definition on-screen menu, setup assistant, and ergonomic remote control. With HEOS features, listening to music from various streaming services is a pure joy.

With the AVC-A1H, you can enjoy all your entertainment with the latest available technology and watch your movies with unparalleled clarity. Enjoy movies in 8K resolution with 8K/60Hz pass-through and upscaling, as well as other latest technologies such as dynamic HDR and Quick Media Switching (QMS), which allows playback to appear uninterrupted when the frame rate changes, for example, between a trailer and a movie.

High-performance discrete 15-channel amplifier: Provides maximum performance and 210W of power per channel for a classic and dynamic Denon sound experience.

Pure pre-amplifier mode available: Thanks to the pre-amplifier mode, your Denon AV amplifier acts as a perfect AV pre-amplifier/processor with the latest HDMI features. The pre-amplifier mode offers a cleaner signal path and high unclipped output voltage by disabling the desired internal amplifiers.

AL32 processing: Denon's proprietary analog waveform reproduction technology, supporting up to 192 kHz sampling rate and 32-bit sample depth. The technology thoroughly suppresses noise related to D/A conversion so that even the smallest signals can be reproduced with optimal clarity, revealing all the subtle nuances of the music. AL32 Processing Multi-Channel means that the technology is applied to all channels and with all audio sources.

Stunning appearance: The aluminum front panel and front panel protective cover make the amplifier feel particularly refined and high quality. Typical of Denon, the user experience is excellent.

Latest HDMI support: With 7 advanced HDMI inputs and 3 HDMI outputs with full HDCP 2.3 support, you can connect your HDMI sources to up to three displays in different rooms.

Utilize the best 3D audio formats: Enjoy immersive 3D sound with Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos height virtualization, DTS:X, and DTS Virtual:X processing, among others.

Enhanced HDMI Audio Return Channel (eARC) support: Connect a compatible TV to the amplifier's eARC HDMI-supported HDMI output to intelligently play uncompressed and object-based 3D audio formats such as Dolby Atmos and DTS:X directly from TV applications to the AV amplifier.

Next generation in movie immersion: With 8K/60Hz pass-through and upscaling, dynamic HDR, and quick source switching (QMS), enjoy crystal clear and smoother picture at the highest possible quality.

Best gaming experience: With 4K/120Hz pass-through, variable refresh rate (VRR), automatic low latency mode (ALLM), and quick frame transport (QFT), you'll enjoy your gaming experience with incredible picture quality and the lowest possible latency.

Ecological: Reliable and durable Denon AV amplifiers are equipped with an intelligent Eco function that reduces electricity consumption and the heat generated by the device.

Wireless streaming from popular music services: Enjoy all your favorite music services, such as Spotify, TuneIn Internet Radio, Amazon Music, TIDAL, Deezer, and many others. With the AVC-A1H, you can also enjoy your music via AirPlay 2, allowing you to stream your favorite songs from the Apple Music app.

High-resolution streaming: Enjoy your favorite Hi-Res studio files in FLAC, ALAC, WAV, and DSD 2.8/5.6MHz formats.

Bluetooth transmitter: Enjoy your favorite entertainment with Bluetooth headphones late at night or together with a family member with impaired hearing. You can use Bluetooth transmission separately or simultaneously while listening through speakers.

Award-winning Denon setup assistant and graphical user interface: Easy and intuitive setup experience.

Four subwoofer outputs: Using multiple subwoofers eliminates room modes for a more even bass response. No annoying boosts or dips, but controlled and room-filling, nuanced bass. Adjust subwoofer settings to your liking when more than two subwoofers are connected. Choose "Standard" for the most evenly distributed bass response in the room. Or choose "Directional" if you want more precisely focused bass, where each subwoofer integrates seamlessly with the closest speaker channel.

Audyssey room correction

Optimize your audio experience with Audyssey MultEQ XT32, which adapts the sound reproduction to your individual listening environment. With the included microphone, MultEQ XT32 measures and analyzes the output of each speaker (including subwoofers) at up to eight measurement locations and produces precise digital filters that optimize the frequency balance and time-domain response of each channel. Audyssey Dynamic Volume smooths out distracting volume jumps (like TV commercials), allowing you to listen at lower levels and still enjoy clear dialogue, music, and effects. Audyssey Dynamic EQ provides full clarity at all listening levels, and Audyssey Low Frequency Containment uses advanced psychoacoustic algorithms to deliver a rich frequency balance, including a sense of deep bass, without disturbing neighbors or other family members. Audyssey Sub EQ HT provides individual DSP customization for each subwoofer in systems with up to four subwoofers to ensure accurate and deep bass response. In addition, the separately purchased Audyssey MultEQ Editor app (available for purchase in app stores) allows experienced users to go "under the hood" for more precise sound adjustment and customization. The app is available for both iOS and Android.

Denon remote control app facilitates use

Easy control with a smart device in your back pocket. The free Denon AVR Remote app for iOS and Android makes using the AVC-A1H even easier. Adjust volume, turn the amplifier on or off, mute music, change sources, or switch to HEOS.

Connections:

• HDMI inputs: 7 (all 8K compatible)
• HDMI outputs: 2x display (2x 8K, 1x eARC) and 1x Zone 2 (4K)
• RCA audio input: 5
• XLR audio input: 1
• Phono input (MM): 1
• Optical inputs: 2
• Coaxial inputs: 2
• USB connection on the front panel
• USB power connection on the rear panel
• RCA line outputs: 17.4
• XLR line outputs: 4 (default Subwoofer outputs, configurable e.g. for main and center channels)
• Zone line outputs: Zone2/Zone3
• Headphone jack
• Ethernet connection
• RS232
• 2 x 12 V Trigger out
• IR remote control connection, in and out

Audio Features:

• Number of internal amplifier channels: 15
• Power (6 ohm, 1 kHz, THD 1%, 1 channel driven): 210 W
• Power (8 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD 0.05%, 2 channels driven): 150 W / channel
• Speaker impedance 4-16 ohms
• Audyssey MultEQ XT32
• Audyssey Dynamic EQ / Dynamic Volume
• Audyssey LFC
• DTS:X Pro / DTS Neural:X / DTS HD Master
• Dolby Atmos / Dolby TrueHD / Dolby Surround
• Auro 3D
• IMAX Enhanced
• Multichannel Stereo
• Pure Direct

HDMI 2.1:

• HDCP2.3
• Ultra HD 4K 120Hz / 8K 60Hz
• Scaling for image sources up to 8K resolution
• ALLM / QMS / QFT / VRR
• Dolby Vision / HLG
• 4:4:4 Pure Color
• High Dynamic Range (HDR)
• 3D and BT.2020 pass-through
• HDMI pass-through in standby mode
• CEC/ARC
• Auto lipsync
• eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
• DSD Audio

Network Functions:

• Network streaming support: MP3 / WMA / AAC / FLAC / ALAC / WAV
• FLAC HD 192/24
• WAV 192/24
• ALAC 192/24
• DSD 2.8MHz / 5.6MHz
• AirPlay 2
• Spotify Connect / TIDAL / Deezer
• Internet radio (TuneIn)
• Denon AVR Remote App (iOS, Android)
• Ethernet, Wi-Fi 2.4GHz/5GHz and Bluetooth
• IP and RS232 control capabilities (e.g., control with home automation system)

Dimensions:

• Dimensions (WxHxD): 434 x 195 x 498 mm
• Weight: 32 kg
• Warranty: 24 months