Denon avr x1400h av receiver review

A true category-defining product needs to combine many advantageous attributes into an affordable, compact form factor that is accessible to a significant portion of potential buyers in the market. In 2017, a category-defining AV receiver needs to be performant in four key areas: base format compatibility (DTS:X, Dolby Atmos, HDCP 2.2, HDMI 2), sound quality, independent network operation and synchronized cross-zone wireless music sharing and grouping. in the current landscape of $1k AVRs, the Denon AVR-X1400H stands alone in the maturity and stability of its execution in all of these key areas.

In terms of base format compatibility, the Denon AVR-X1400H has everything you would expect or need from a Tier 1 AVR, including DTS:X, Dolby Atmos, HDMI 2.0a, HDCP2.2, CEC, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG, ALAC, DSD, FLAC and ARC. There really isn't any HDMI device on the market today that you cannot take full advantage of by simply connecting it directly into the AVR-X1400H.

Sound quality has always been a strong point of Denon receivers - with over a century of studio recording and amplifier design experience, Denon is known globally for its neutral and authentic sound reproduction. The AVR-1400H retains the traditional Denon discrete circuitry for great power and accuracy, that, when combined with its seasoned implementation of Audyssey's award-winning and class-leading MultiEQ XT room correction technology, ensures optimum performance in a vast variety of living room and home theatre environments.

For over a decade, you had to get a separate component like a Sonos Connect and hook it up to your AVR if you wanted the home theatre to be controllable and groupable with the rest of the house for music via a single seamless app, but in 2017, Denon is integrating their second-generation HEOS HS2 multiroom technology right into the AVR-X1400H for the first time in a sub $2000 unit. The result is a truly astounding level of flexibility and convenience. By building HEOS directly into the AVR-X1400H, you can now stream sources connected to the AVR directly to other rooms without a huge tangled mess of extra devices and wiring.

Powerful 7 Channel Discrete Amplifier

Featuring high current discrete power output devices on all channels, the AVR-X1400H delivers high power and is rated at a maximum of 145 watts per channel. There’s also an Auto Eco mode that adjusts the maximum power available according to the volume level as well as an on-screen Eco meter that lets you see the power consumption reduction in real-time. For compatibility with the widest range of loudspeakers, the AVR-X1400H is equipped with low impedance drive capability that provides operational stability with 4-ohm speakers.

HEOS wireless multi-room music streaming, controlled by free HEOS app

Our HEOS technology enables the AVR-X1400H to become part of the HEOS wireless multi-room system, allowing you to enjoy your favourite music anywhere – and everywhere – around your home. Share music stored on your home network, Internet radio or streaming services with HEOS wireless speakers, or even other HEOS-capable receivers, throughout the house. It’s all controlled by the free HEOS app, installed on as many smartphones and tablets as you like! The app gives you instant multi-room audio control, meaning you can command music in every room from any device: play different music from different sources in every room, group several rooms together and play the same song, perfectly synchronised, in party mode!

A wide array of music streaming services

The HEOS app puts multiple streaming services in the palm of your hand, ready to play on your AVR or any devices on your HEOS network! Enjoy music from Spotify, Deezer, TuneIn Internet radio, Sound Cloud, Tidal or Napster (*), or use the HEOS app to stream tunes or whole albums from your phone, USB stick, or computers and NAS drive on your home network. Whatever you want to hear, access it directly from the HEOS app, complete with support for favourites and playlist functions.

(*) Availability differs by area, subscription may be required.

Dolby Atmos & DTS:X

Feel every dimension in Dolby Atmos. Dolby Atmos transports you into the story with moving audio that flows all around you with breathtaking realism. Enjoy a 5.1 surround sound speaker system and 2 additional overhead speakers or 2 Dolby Atmos elevation speakers for the ultimate home theatre experience – including Dolby Surround up-mixer for legacy content. DTS:X™ immersive audio places sound where it would occur naturally in space, creating a lifelike, multi-dimensional audio experience in the home. The improved immersion and heightened realism draw you into the world of your favourite movies. The included spatial remapping engine, DTS Neural:X™, gives your movie, game and music collections a new lease on life! DTS:X brings the theatre home.

Advanced HDMI Video Section

Featuring 6 HDMI inputs, including 1 conveniently located on the front panel, the AVR-X1400H incorporates an advanced video section that features all you need for the ultimate home cinema experience: Full 4K Ultra HD, HDCP 2.2, HDR (High Dynamic Range), BT.2020, Wide Colour Gamut and 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling. It is even ready for Dolby Vision and HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma; via future firmware update). Dolby Vision transforms the viewing experiences with astonishing brightness, contrast, and colour.

High Resolution Audio / Front USB Port

Enjoy superb audio fidelity with your favourite high-resolution audio tracks. The AVR-X1400H features high-resolution audio decoding with multiple lossless file types including ALAC, FLAC and WAV at up to 24-bit/196-kHz along with compatibility for 2.8/5.6-MHz DSD files (DSD is the audio coding format of SACD). Play them from memory devices via the front panel USB, or from network sources – the AVR-X1400H will also play lossy file types such as MP3 and WMA.

Built-in Bluetooth, Wi-Fi & AirPlay

Featuring Bluetooth and dual-band Wi-Fi wireless connectivity, the AVR-X1400H is equipped with an advanced dual diversity antenna RF transceiver system for robust and error-free streaming, even in congested environments. Connect to the internet through your home Wi-Fi network (or with a hard-wired connection via the RJ-45 Ethernet LAN port) and enjoy all the music options the HEOS technology offers, including thousands of internet radio stations around the world. With AirPlay you can enjoy listening to your favourite tracks wirelessly from your favourite iOS devices including the iPod touch, iPhone and iPad.

Audyssey Room Correction

Every listening room has its own characteristics and acoustical problems. That’s why we equipped the AVR-X1400H with the advanced Audyssey MultEQ automatic room acoustic correction system. Via the supplied measuring microphone and mic stand, Audyssey MultEQ measures all the speakers in your home cinema during setup, including the subwoofer, and then generates multiple high precision DSP room acoustic correction filters which together provide smoothest and most natural tonal balance, regardless of the brand or model of the various speakers. Audyssey Dynamic Volume smoothes out annoying jumps in volume (such as TV commercials), letting you listen to lower levels and still enjoy clear dialogue, music and sound effects. Audyssey Dynamic EQ provides precision tonal tailoring for full range clarity at any listening level.

Audyssey MultEQ Editor App

With this comprehensive app, you can harness the power of Audyssey MultEQ to take total control of the way your home cinema sounds. Go ‘under the hood’, view and adjust settings for detailed tuning, customise the sound more precisely to the specific problems in your room, and tailor the sound to your personal preferences. The app is available for purchase from the Apple AppStore and Google Play Store.

Easy To Setup, Easy To Use

For maximum ease of setup, the AVR features a horizontal row of colour-coded premium loudspeaker connectors, and it comes with a set of colour-coded speaker cable labels that help ensure correct speaker cable hookup the very first time. With our exclusive Setup Assistant along with the Quick Start Guide, you can connect and configure your home cinema system quickly and easily. The Setup Assistant features clear on-screen graphics and text that quickly and easily guide you through the setup process, optimising critical system settings for the best possible sound quality.

Are Denon receivers good quality?

Denon is a Japanese brand that has been producing high-quality audio equipment since 1910. Today, the company is known for its extensive range of AV receivers, Amplifiers, Wireless speakers and more which offer a wide range of features and capabilities.

What is the top line of Denon receiver?

Denon's newest flagship is the AVR-A1H, a designed- and made-in-Japan 15-channel powerhouse. It's a 70-pound behemoth that packs 150 watts per channel, for an up-to-9.4. 6 configuration. The A1H support will also support Dirac Live upgradability with a future software update.

Is Denon X1700H worth it?

The Denon AVR-X1700H is our top choice because it's a great-sounding receiver that holds your hand through the setup process and delivers excellent value. It features seven amplifier channels that can power a surround-sound speaker system or a Dolby Atmos or DTS:X home theater setup with two overhead speakers.

How do I reset my Denon AVR x1400h?

Resetting factory settings.

Turn off the power using ..

Press. while simultaneously pressing TUNER PRESET CH + and TUNER PRESET CH -..

Remove your fingers from the two buttons when “Initialized” appears on the display..