AVC-X8500B 13x150W AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND AMPLIFIER
The Denon Flagship AVC-X8500H powers the next generation of home theater with the world’s first 13.2 channel AVAmplifier that supports the latest immersive audio formats, including Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro-3D.
Built-in HEOS technology supports Amazon Alexa* and takesmusic listening to the next level with wireless whole-home audio.
* The Amazon Alexa feature availability varies by country.
POWERFUL 13.2 CHANNEL HOME THEATRE EXPERIENCE
The AVC-X8500H ushers in a leading-edge home theatre experience with 13 channels of built-in amplification to enable premium 3D surround sound up to 7.2.6 without external amplification and supports latest 4K Ultra HD picture standards.
BLOCKBUSTING 3D-SOUND.
Surround yourself in cinema-grade sound from literally any direction.
SOUND IN THE RIGHT PLACE.
Immerse yourself in multi-dimensional audio with Dolby Atmos. Enjoy a 7.1.6 or 9.1.4 surround sound speaker system with as many as 6 overhead speakers or Dolby Atmos elevationspeakers for the ultimate home theatre experience.
BE CLOSER TO THE ACTION.
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 DTS Neural:X™ gives your movies, games and music a realism unmatched by traditional 5.1 surround sound.
FEEL THE POWER OF LIFE-LIKE SOUND
Auro-3D provides an immersive surround sound experience thanks to dedicated height and overhead channels, in addition to traditional channels supporting up to a 13.2 configuration.
Formatting identifies sound objects individually and projects them to different spaces in your listening environment, creating an immersive, three-dimensional sound stage.
Auro-3D will be enabled via a future firmware update at no additional charge.
GEARED UP FOR 4K ULTRA HD.
Enjoy ultra-high-definition pictures, even from analogue and digital SD sources.
FUTUREPROOF IN ANY WAY
All eight HDMI inputs (including one on the front) and three HDMI outputs feature HDCP 2.2 compatibility and the latest HDMI specifications, including 4K Ultra HD 60Hz video, 4:4:4 Pure Colour sub-sampling, High Dynamic Range (HDR) and 21:9 video, 3D, and BT.2020 pass-through support.
It is even ready for Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)for 3D audio playback through TV apps. The eARC feature willbe enabled via a future firmware update.
BREATHE NEW LIFE INTO LEGACY SOURCES
The AVC-X8500H boasts an advanced video processor to upscale existing lower resolution video from any analog or digital source to true 4K.
With three HDMI outputs, you can even connect a TV and a projector in the main room, while playing back different content on a second zone screen.
SET-UP AND CONNECT WITH EASE
Get your AVC-X8500H up and running in no time, perfectly tailored to suit your needs.
AUDYSSEY MULTEQ XT32
FUTUREPROOF IN ANY WAY
Equipped with the full Audyssey Platinum suite of advanced DSP algorithms, the AVC-X8500H features Audyssey MultEQ XT32 automatic room acoustic correction.
With the supplied measurement microphone, MultEQ XT32 analyses each speaker's output (including the subwoofers) atup to eight measurement locations and generates precision digital filters that optimise each channel for the correct frequency and time domain response.
Plus, the optional available Audyssey MultEQ Editor app lets you view and adjust settings for detailed tuning and customize the sound more precisely to your room and tastes.
CONNECTIVITY
UNWIRE YOUR SOUND
Featuring Bluetooth and Wi-Fi wireless streaming connectivity, the Denon AVC-X8500H is equipped with an advanced dual antenna transceiver system for robust streaming even in congested urban environments.
Plus, with Apple's AirPlay compatibility, you can enjoy listening to your favourite audio content wirelessly from your iOS devices such as an iPhone or iPad.
Built-in HEOS technology lets you enjoy your favourite music in any room of your home for a wireless, whole-home audio experience.
Play the same song in every room, or select a different song for each connected room -the choice is yours.
Also works with Amazon Alexa*, providing cutting-edge voice control.
Availability varies by country.
DENON HEOS APP
EVERYTHING IS UNDER CONTROL
With the "Denon 2016 AVR Remote" app you can control the receiver's operation and even control your connected Denon Blu-ray player.
Easily control your music and multi-room streaming withinthe HEOS app, or use your voice for Amazon Alexa Voice Control*.
Availability varies by country.
QUICK SELECT
CHOOSE YOUR FAVOURITE SOURCES BY QUICK SELECT
Store your preferred set-up and sound mode for every source - jump right to them by the push of a button on the front panel or via the remote control.
SMART TV
SMART TV CONNECTIVITY
Control your Denon AVC-X8500H with your Smart TV remote via the HDMI CEC functionality associated with your Smart TV.
Simply set “HDMI Control” to ON in your receiver, then set “Smart Menu” to ON and begin controlling the AVC-X8500H with your TV remote.
The Smart Menu home screen provides you quick access to source and surround mode selections, the AVR's setup menu and four Smart Selects.
ADVANCED SOUND PROCESSING
Experience extraordinary sound quality from both music and movies.
POWERFUL DSP AUDIO PROCESSING
The AVC-X8500H owns a sophisticated DSP audio processing system that incorporates two latest generation high performance dual core SHARC DSP Griffin Lite.
HIGH RESOLUTION AUDIO
ENJOY SUPERB AUDIO FIDELITY
Discover the incredible fidelity of high-resolution audiotracks with the ability to decode up to 24-bit/192-kHz ALAC,FLAC and WAV lossless files as well as DSD 2.8MHz and 5.6MHztracks (the audiophile format of SACD) via the front panel USB port and network sources. Or, listen to other popular file types such as MP3.
AL32 PROCESSING
UNIQUE DENON AUDIO TECHNOLOGIES
AL32 processing multi-channel provides ultra-high-resolution digital audio filtering and precision for all audio channels, delivering a natural soundstage withenhanced imaging.
For content recorded in multi-channel, such as Blu-ray discs, the recorded low frequency effects (LFE) may be out of sync and delayed.
Bass Sync technology corrects such a delay of low frequency effects for the perfect audio experience.
32-BIT D/A CONVERSION
BEST POSSIBLE SOUND STAGE
For optimum fidelity and the widest dynamic range with lowest distortion, the Denon AVC-X8500H features advanced reference-class 32-bit AKM AK4490EQ stereo D/A converters for all channels.
The total number is eight. Enjoy consistent high-fidelityand precise channel matching across all channels for the ultimate listening experience.
GET THE AMAZING HEOS EXPERIENCE
Enjoy your favourite music from anywhere and everywhere around your home.
Share music stored on your home network, streaming services with HEOS wireless speakers or even other HEOS-capable receivers and listen throughout the whole house.
Control it all with the free HEOS app. Enjoy music from TuneIn, Internet Radio and a wide range of streaming services including Spotify®, Amazon Prime Music, Soundcloud®, Juke, Tidal, Napster, Deezer or Mood Mix.
SELECT THE PERFECT HEOS FOR YOUR SETUP.
HEOS technology within the AVC-X8500H allows you to stream your favourite music wirelessly around your home to any other HEOS-enabled device, like HEOS speakers.
bathroom
- HEOS 1:Ideal for damp environments oroutdoors.
bedroom
- HEOS 3:The perfect choice for medium sized rooms.
kitchen
- HEOS 5:Bring beautiful sound into larger rooms.
livingroom
- HEOS 7:Get the party going in wider spaces and open areas.
EXTERNAL CONTROL AND IP CONTROL CAPABILITIES
The AVC-X8500H is equipped with feature-rich enhanced control capabilities and compatibility with third-party and custom integration solutions.
The AVC-X8500H features IP control capability for an integration with major third-party control devices and Control4 SDDP (Simple Device Detection Protocol) certification for quick and easy integration with Control4 home automation equipment.
For direct connection to external home automation and control equipment, it's also equipped with an RS-232C serialport.
For simpler integrated control set-ups, the AVC-X8500H features an IR (infrared) remote control input on the rear panel, allowing remote control compatibility with other components in your home theatre system.
