Denon AVR-5308CI(A) Reference A/V Surround Receiver

There's an A/V receiver, and then there's the AVR-5308CI(A) Reference A/V Surround Receiver from Denon. Crafted with the dedicated home theater enthusiast in mind, the 9.3 channel AVR-5308CI(A) offers reference standard sound and video quality blended with advanced features and ease of use. Create thrilling home theater experiences in your own living room with the latest technologies. In fact, we couldn't really think of a feature the AVR-5308CI(A) doesn't have.

Boasting a THX Ultra2 certification, this network ready A/V receiver offers Denon's D.D.S.C.-HD surround sound decoding, employing 3 high-speed DSP processors, and precision Burr-Brown DACs in differential mode on all output channels (12). It can decode a myriad of audio formats including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio and offers HDMI version 1.3 connections. Video sources can be upconverted to HD, all the way up to 1080p -- with the integrated Realta HQV video processor. Versatile multi-zone functions of the AVR-5308CI(A) include independent high definition and standard definition outputs.

Of course, this receiver has plenty of digital media connectivity features like network audio and photo streaming (via Ethernet and built-in Wi-Fi), along with internet radio stations, built-in HD radio, and XM satellite-ready capability. Adding to the features is Audyssey Dynamic Volume to smooth the variations between TV programs, commercials and between the soft and loud passages of movies; and it's Sirius Radio Ready right out of the box. All in all the 60-pound AVR-5308CI(A) offers a commanding presence with abundant features, powerful A/V processing and solid under-the-hood construction.