Denon DJ AVR-5308CI 7.1 Channel THX Ultra2 Home Theater Receiver, Reference, 1050 W

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Pros

  • Great sound quality (5)
  • Good power output (4)
  • Accurate controls (3)
  • Durable (3)
  • Easy setup (1)
  • Great picture quality (1)
  • Sexy aesthetics (1)
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Cons

  • Firmware updates method (1)

Best Uses

  • Audiophiles (4)
  • Home theater (3)
  • Large rooms (3)
  • Smaller rooms / apartments (2)
 
 
 

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The AVR-5308CI is taking surround receivers to the next level. In addition to many of the standard features you have come to enjoy from Denon receivers, custom integration capabilities to home networks and A/V systems has been expanded making this surround receiver the true heart of any high end home theater networked or non-networked. The AVR-5308CI also brings with it the new surround formats that HD has to offer, making the home A/V theater experience like none you have seen or heard before. Add to this the improved connectivity for portable devices for ease of use, and you will see why this receiver is one of our best ever.

Additional Features:


  • Audyssey MultEQ XT Auto-Setup/Room EQ
  • Ethernet Internet Radio
  • DENON LINK III
  • PlaysForSure connectivity
  • EL backlit learning remote & second zone remote

Specification Description
Model AVR-5308CI, AVR5308CI
UPC 081757507714
12V Trigger (4) Rear Input
2:2 Pulldown Receiver Call-In Special
AC Outlets 3
Analog Audio (3) Rear Output
Analog Audio (8) Rear Input
Channels 7.1
Coaxial (6) Rear Input (2 x BNC)
Color Black
Command / Control (1) IR Input
Command / Control (1) IR Output
Command / Control DENON LINK
Component Video (2) Rear Output (1 x BNC)
Component Video (6) Rear Input (1 x BNC)
Composite Video (3) Rear Output
Composite Video (7) Rear Input
D/A Converter 24-bit/192kHz (Burr-Brown)
Depth (Inches) 19.7
Frequency Response 20Hz-20KHz
HD Radio Yes
HDMI (6) Rear Input
HDMI Yes
HDMI Version 1.3
Headphone Jack (1) Front Output
Height (Inches) 8.6
iPod Integration Yes
Monitor Output (1) Component video
Monitor Output (1) Composite Video
Monitor Output (1) S-Video
Monitor Output (2) HDMI
Multi-Channel (1) 7.1 Channel Input
Multi-Channel (1) 7.1 Channel Output
Multi-Room (2) Rear Output
Multi-Room/Multi-Source Yes
Network Ready (1) RJ45 Ethernet
Network Ready Wi-Fi
On Screen Display Yes
Optical (4) Rear Input
Optical (4) Rear Output
Phono (1) Rear Input
Preamplifier Outputs (2) Rear Output
Remote Control 2nd Room Remote
Remote Control Illuminated, preprogrammed/learning LCD
RS-232C (2) Rear In/Out
S-Video (3) Rear Output
S-Video (7) Rear Input
Satellite Radio XM Radio Ready
Speaker Terminals 5-Way Binding Post
Stereo Power Rating 150 Watts x 2
Surround Modes DTS
Surround Modes DTS 96/24
Surround Modes DTS ES Discrete 6.1
Surround Modes DTS ES Matrix 6.1
Surround Modes DTS NEO:6
Surround Modes DTS-HD Master Audio
Surround Modes Dolby Digital
Surround Modes Dolby Digital EX
Surround Modes Dolby Digital Plus
Surround Modes Dolby Pro Logic IIx
Surround Modes Dolby TrueHD
Surround Modes Headphone Surround
Surround Modes THX Surround EX
Surround Modes THX Ultra2
Surround Power Rating 150 Watts x 7
Tuner AM
Tuner FM
Tuner HD
Tuner XM Radio Ready
Type of Receiver Stereo
USB Port (1) Rear Input
Video Conversion Composite to S-Video
Video Conversion S-video/Composite to Component
Video Conversion to HDMI (1080p)
Watts per channel 150
Weight (Pounds) 62.7
Width (Inches) 17.1

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[7 of 7 customers found this review helpful]

Denon DJ AVR-5308CI 7.1 Channel THX Ultra2 Home Theater Receiver, Reference, 1050 W Review

Big and bad

★★★★★
5.0
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    Pros

  • Accurate Controls
  • Clean Sound
  • Durable
  • Good Power

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Audiophiles
  • Home Theater
  • Larger Rooms
  • Smaller Rooms
 

"When I took the 5308 out of the box, the first thing that came to my mind was "Wow, this thing weighs a ton." Indeed it does. This is Denons flagship receiver and it does everything but make you eggs and toast for breakfast. This is one hardline, take no prisoners receiver. The amount of tweaks y …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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May 15 2008
Dima
NYC
I am:
  • Audiophile
  • Musically Inclined
  • Practical
  • Professional
  • Tech Savvy
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[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Denon DJ AVR-5308CI 7.1 Channel THX Ultra2 Home Theater Receiver, Reference, 1050 W Review

A Great AVR with Many Features.

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Clean Sound
  • Good Power

    Cons

  • Firmware Updates method

    Best Uses

  • Audiophiles
  • Home Theater
  • Larger Rooms
  • Smaller Rooms
 

"A great AVR for outstanding Video and Audio performance. When Audyssey is run correctly, the sound is unbelievable. The Realta HQV video processor in the 5308CI is outstanding as well. Picture quality through HDMI @1080p is looks stunning.



Cons: The Remote is awful and Firmeware Updates can cau …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 19 2008
Steady Teddy
Michigan
I am:
  • Audiophile
  • Musically Inclined
  • Practical
  • Tech Savvy
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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Denon DJ AVR-5308CI 7.1 Channel THX Ultra2 Home Theater Receiver, Reference, 1050 W Review

The Ultimate One Component to Rule All

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Accurate Controls
  • Clean Sound
  • Durable
  • Easy To Set Up
  • Good Power
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Audiophiles
 

"Sound Quality: Burr-Brown PCM-1796 DACs = 5 Stars



Picture Quality: Silicon Optix Realta = 5 Stars



Power: 339wpc @ 4 ohms x 2Ch; 185wpc @ 8 ohms x 5Ch; 169wpc @ 8 ohms x 7Ch



THD: 0.004%

SNR: -110 dB

Crosstalk: -99 dB

Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz +/- 0.0 dB

HQV Score: 130 (max is 13 …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 26 2008
MusicLover
Dallas, TX
I am:
  • Audiophile
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Denon DJ AVR-5308CI 7.1 Channel THX Ultra2 Home Theater Receiver, Reference, 1050 W Review

Great receiver I ever have

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Accurate Controls
  • Clean Sound
  • Durable
  • Good Power

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Audiophiles
  • Home Theater
  • Larger Rooms
 

"This receiver was powerful enough for medium size or large size of room. Always produce clear and deep detail sound. For movie was excellent but for music also doing a good job. Deep base produced even without connect sub woofer. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 30 2008
music lover
clarksville, tn
I am:
  • Practical
Reviewed at:
Price: $5,499.00
 
 

Denon DJ AVR-5308CI 7.1 Channel THX Ultra2 Home Theater Receiver, Reference, 1050 W Review

Simply The Best

★★★★★
5.0

"This is the best receiver you can buy i have this conected to the MartinLogan - Source 8" Electrostatic Transducer Floor Speakers

Model: SOUBLD | SKU: 8354791 i have 4 speakers of this kind and a great sub that is the Definitive Technology - Supercube I 10" 1500-Watt Powered Subwoofer

Model: ISUPERC …"  Read Full Review »

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Dec 9 2008
Anonymous
Miami Fl
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