Denon has introduced a brand new flagship AVR, the AVR-X6800H, slated for a 2024 launch.
Primarily based on the mannequin quantity and included options, we assume that this new mannequin is ready to exchange Denon’s X6700H, which is presently the model’s second-from-top receiver obtainable.
The earlier mannequin was prefixed with AVR globally, whereas within the UK and Europe, it was generally known as AVC, so we think about that this naming development will proceed with the brand new X6800H.
Designed and manufactured in Japan, the X6800H will even embrace a variety of improved options, together with an improve from 11.2 channels to 11.4, with 11 x 140 watts of amplification. It would additionally retain options from the earlier mannequin reminiscent of Audyssey room correction and help for Dolby Atmos alongside different immersive audio codecs, reminiscent of DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced, and Auro-3D.
On the video entrance, the X6800H helps the standard HDR codecs reminiscent of Dolby Imaginative and prescient, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG, and Dynamic HDR, whereas all seven HDMI inputs and two of the outputs will help 8K video. There’s additionally ARC and eARC connectivity obtainable on one of many HDMI outputs.
As you’d anticipate from a flagship-level AV product, this new AVR helps next-gen gaming options reminiscent of VRR and ALLM, which assist to make your PS5 or Xbox Sequence X consoles show visuals as easily as attainable.
HEOS can also be constructed into the unit, permitting for communication and wi-fi streaming of music between suitable {hardware} all through your home.
Whereas we all know that the AVR-X6800H will retail for $3500 (approx £2790), a precise launch date is just not but identified with Denon’s website stating that it is going to be ‘coming quickly’. We’ll maintain our ears to the bottom for any new data and replace you because it arrives.
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