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

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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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"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 »

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A Great AVR with Many Features.

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"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 »

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The Ultimate One Component to Rule All

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5.0

"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

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"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. "

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"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

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