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Multi zone is a really big plus, and true HDMI switching. Hooked it up with Boston Acoustic speakers, with this unit you need high quality speakers to really put it to use. First off you can't really go wrong with Denon. Would highly recommend to medium to semi serious sound freaks. I've been a Denon fan for over 15 years and this unit confirms my loyalty, System could be a little easier to set up. This system rocks.If I could give it 4.5 stars I would. Could use more than 2 HDMI inputs.Runs pretty cool even at high volume.Overall very happy with this product.
All receivers with Audyssey have an identical set up procedure. First, you run the auto setup using the supplied mic along with a tripod (very important). Second, you set the subwoofer crossover to 120hz. Denon AVR788 Dolby Digital Surround ReceiverThis receiver has excellent sound quality for both digital multichannel and digital 2 channel audio sources. For those that think this receiver is harder to set up than other receivers with Audyssey, it's not. Third, you raise the crossover for each individual speaker (usually to 80hz) if it was incorrectly detected as either large or small with a 40hz crossover.
I have a PS3 and a HD DVD hooked up to it, both are sending the new High Definition Surround Sound Formats ie. Dolby True HD and DTS Master Audio, via HDMI, and everything sounds fantastic.It only has 2 HDMI ins, but its all I need. What can I say, this receiver does everything I ask of it. It has an automated calibration microphone so set up was a breeze.Top notch build quality and the thing runs cool.My only knit picks would be the remote, could be better, and the fact that it only sends the on screen display through component, not over HDMI, so it requires a connection to your TV that you really shouldn't need.
Save yourself some time on research and just go with this. Got it Home set it up and WOW. I LIKE 788 BETTER(LOOKS TEN TIMES BETTER THAN THE PIC SHOWS) AND THE 1908 COME WITH AN EXTRA REMOTE, SAME FEATURES AND SPECS.Where can i start.After shopping around for a month or two, reading all kinds of forums and reviews I got it down to two brands.Pioneer Elite or Denon. This receiver blows all in it league out of the water, you will not be sorry. Sounds great, powers the speakers very well(I Have Polks), extremely clear and precise sound.The Only Cons are that it does take some playing around with to set it up to where you want.
Bottom Line, Best Value Receiver on the market by far. Denon was the definite choice as recommended by just about everyone. AVR-788 and AVR-1908 ARE THE SAME, THEY HAVE A DIFF FACEPLATE B/C DIFF STORES CARRY ONE OR THE OTHER. Then compared models and it just so happens that this receiver is almost the same as the avr-988($1200) beside the up-conversion which if you have and hd cablebox/satellite or hd dvd play you will not need. Trust Me, Denon really is the best.
Went to listen to both to decide. And No Yamaha is not is clear is this.
Shame on me, and Amazon for this. If they go out of business next week, then where am I left. HOWEVER the Amazon marketplace dealer E-Tronics that I purchased it from is not a Denon authorized dealer. I didn't look close enough, and neither did Amazon. Holding the bag for almost $500, and no warranty.
The old saying of Caveat Emptor is true, and I have found out the hard way. E-Tronics has repeatedly tried calling me, and sending me e-mails saying that they will honor the warranty, and not to worry. I bought the Denon AVR-788 2 months ago, and it's a great AV receiver for my home theater. I have done some research on E-Tronics, and a few years ago according to a website I found that they used to go under a different name, went out of business, and came back as E-Tronics. com for allowing this to happen.
Hence, no factory warranty. Buyer beware.
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