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Denon AVR-4308CI Next Generation A/V Multi-Source/Zone with Network Streaming Receiver

Amazon Sales Rank: #58891 in Consumer Electronics Color: Black Brand: Denon Model: AVR-4308CI Dimensions: 45.28 pounds 140 watts x 7 into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.05% THD Dolby True HD, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES, Pro Logic IIx, and DTS Neo - 6 decoding. WI FI XM Satellite Radio Ready with decoding for XM's HD Surround channels (requires XM subscription and optional XM Mini-Tuner package) HDCD decoding iPod integration (requires optional Denon ASD-1R)

From the Manufacturer The Denon AVR-4308CI - Taking Surround Sound Receivers to the Next Level Denon has long been one of the elite names in home theater receivers, offering a combination of advanced technologies and user-friendly features that transform even the most mundane listening rooms into rich, powerful audio environments. Now Denon takes surround receivers to the next level with the AVR-4308CI. In addition to many of the standard features people have come to expect from Denon receivers, the company adds such forward-looking details as custom integration with home networks via Ethernet and Wi-Fi; refined Audyssey audio processing, which produces better sound and room balance even in difficult acoustical conditions; and HDMI v1.3a digital video inputs, which bring with them new surround formats for HD decoding. Under the Hood: Component Technology The AVR-4308CI offers a power output of 140 watts per channel, but adds a number of engineering advancements to get the most out of the technology. One of the most significant--7-Channel Equal With a power output of 140 watts per channel,the AVR-4308CI multizone 7.1 receiver can handle most audio applications(Click the image to view larger)

Client more useful in 31 of 31 people found this review helpful. Excellent AV receiver with plenty of features for NYCESQ Denon 4308CI receiver Strengths: Great picture quality and sound, excellent build quality, nice display, GUI, easy to assign / rename impute, HD radio, 4 HDMI, 140 Watt multizone output, good value for price. Weaknesses: Manual complicated, useless remote processor Silicon Optix versus Faroudja paid price: 1,780 $ (2 / 08) from a reputable retail store. (Please do not ask which way I got an insider price) Summary: After much research I purchased the Denon 4308CI to upgrade a Sony receiver prexisting STRDA555ES. My greatest wish was to update the HDMI connection capability and take advantage updated sound processing and 1080p upscaling. I ruled out several receivers comparable for various reasons, including heat generation as my components are enclosed in a audio rack partially recessed into a closed press room like an old Sony fan and owner of three ES AV receivers, all reduce to a choice between the 5300ES and 4308CI Denon STRDA. I chose the Denon Sony for several reasons. Denon display is much higher. It may sound silly, but I like to see the information displayed on the receiver from where I'm ready for music. Sony display was rather small. I also liked the fact that the Denon has the capability to Internet streaming and HD radio reception. Sony has more HDMI connections and a longer warranty (5 years compared to 2 for the Denon), but Denon has increased and full 1080p. Silent Denon was a few hundred dollars more than the Sony, but I felt I had a more "modern" features. So far after 4 months of use I have been very happy with the Denon. The sound is fantastic and the graphical interface is intuitive, I disagree with some of the other reviews I read about the easy installation. It took a little longer than I had expected to set up but like I said before GUI was fairly intuitive. I really like the fact that you rename the inputs so that when you select them from the selection function dial, which displays the name you decide. I prefer optical connections so I had a number of optical connections to reschedule. Rear connections seem pretty sturdy. The unit gets warm but not hot after a few hours use. Still no use of 1080p resolution so far. HD radio signal is pretty strong and so far no problems, despite living in a New York apartment building. Harmony 880 universal remote control works better than the included remote. Video processing is excellent. However, I occasionally noticed that the video artifacts. This reciver uses a Faroudja DCDi processor FLI2310 that just is not as highly regarded by professional critics as the Realta HQV Silicon Optix processor used by Denon's flagship Blu-ray or 3800BDCI Silicon Optix Reon chipset used by the receivers and Onkyo Integra DTR-TX NR905 and 88. However, the overall image quality of standard cable materials 720p and 1080i sources is excellent. Vs.4308CI 3808CI? The 4308CI seemed to have a little more "attractive" quality of construction and appearance. By comparing the two models side by side before you buy, the 4308CI simply looked better. However, HD radio, handling more power and Wi-Fi are the main reasons he chose to spend more to buy the 4308CI. 4308CI and blu-ray combo 3800BDCI. They had the 4308CI and 3800BDCI pairs in the last three weeks. The image of Blu-ray is just fantastic. Never buy a standard DVD is available in Blu-ray. Conclusion: I was very happy with the 4308CI offers an excellent sound and imaging features at an attractive price. However, if you're interested in video processing better than you might want the Onkyo TX-NR905 8.8 DTR control and integrates well. Components of the evaluation system (used in the review) Panasonic.