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Denon AVR-X3600H 9.2-Channel Home theater Receiver

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OneCall via Amazon has Denon AVR-X3600H 9.2-Channel Home Theater Receiver (2019 model) w/ Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Apple AirPlay 2 & Amazon Alexa Compatibility on sale for $799. Shipping is free. Thanks Lawdog

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OneCall via Amazon has Denon AVR-X3600H 9.2-Channel Home Theater Receiver (2019 model) w/ Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Apple AirPlay 2 & Amazon Alexa Compatibility on sale for $799. Shipping is free. Thanks Lawdog

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Crutchfield has Denon AVR-X3600H 9.2-Channel Home Theater Receiver (2019 model) w/ Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Apple AirPlay 2 & Amazon Alexa Compatibility on sale for $799. Shipping is free.

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ucftechguru
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This receiver is one of the most highly rated receivers up to $2000 in price. I have the newer model x3700, and there is very little difference. I would jump on this even if you have a $2500 budget for a receiver. Check out this website for the full review: https://audiosciencereview.com/fo...iew.12676/
wysiwyg1652
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The Yamaha TSR-700 supports HDMI 2.1 on multiple inputs, so it has a huge advantage from a video capability standpoint (with up to 8K 60Hz and 4K 120Hz with full support for 4K 60p at 4:4:4). From an audio standpoint, the Denon AVR-x3600H is the champ, with 11.2 pre-amp output and 9 internal amps and it can support Dolby Atmos 7.1.4, unlike the Yamaha which is 7.2, only stereo pre-outs and can support Dolby Atmos 5.1.2 at best with internal amps). The TSR-700 is closer in comparison to the Denon AVR-x2600H.

Multi-channel receivers all have a lot of configuration options and these two are no exception. People who are familiar with Denon settings will likely find the 3600H easier to set up. No info on the Yamaha since it is all new.
MadPup
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Yes, but people have been getting the X3700H in the mid $800's so if you are prepared to be patient and make the effort you can get the latest version for not a lot more money. If you are in a hurry and you don't want to make the effort, or you don't know how to, then this could be a good deal for you.

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Oct 25, 2020 09:23 PM
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pixelpusher15Oct 25, 2020 09:23 PM
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Quote from BiNiaRiS :
4500h also has a 2nd 12v trigger out. you can also use a backlit remote from the 6500h
You can use a splitter for the single 12v trigger on the x3000 series. Obviously this won't be independently switched but for me needing a projector and amp turned on whenever the avr is on, this works.
Oct 25, 2020 09:26 PM
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krivera1Oct 25, 2020 09:26 PM
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My 7.1 theater room (movies only - no gaming) was in need of a new pre-amp... my Marantz AV7701 doesn't pass 4k HDMI... this is a good "inexpensive" upgrade to replace the pre-amp and add 4k@60Hz...
plus, I have the option to add height channels later with the on-board amplification...

Thanks OP!
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Oct 25, 2020 09:30 PM
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Grainy99Oct 25, 2020 09:30 PM
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Might be a good idea to jump on this as the new AVR 8K replacement receivers are having some problems and an easy solution is not in the works!

https://www.forbes.com/sites/john...-hdmi-bug/
Oct 25, 2020 09:31 PM
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Grainy99Oct 25, 2020 09:31 PM
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Quote from ChristopherJ26 :
also this is not future proofed, it only has 4k 60p passthrough, xbox and ps5 are 4k 120
Foolproof doesn't exist right now as all the new 8K AVRs have major problems

https://www.forbes.com/sites/john...-hdmi-bug/
Oct 25, 2020 09:34 PM
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fourml8rOct 25, 2020 09:34 PM
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Quote from ucftechguru :
Audioholics is an OK review website but lots of talk on audiophile forums about favorable reviews/fluff with them and other websites that get free gear/paid for ads from the big companies like Denon/Marantz. I read their reviews too but they aren't always objective..
agreed about audioholics i do like that they at least put some science behind their reviews but lately they seem to be fan boys of everything. they used to be more proactive in calling out products that were below average, but not anymore
Quote from Caedin8 :
it actually reads the frequency responses of each speaker in your room setup, and then applies EQ to bring those guys back to reference or flat responses.
every single software product i have used from any AVR brand adjusts frequency response, that is nothing specific to XT32.
Quote from Nootnac :
Not at all. Audyssey XT32 makes it worth it because, sadly, there's no one providing it more affordably.
Quote from cobig13 :
Can you explain how Audyssey XT32 is worth $400? I'm currently trying to decide between two receivers. Would a non-audiophile notice the difference in sound quality?
it is not. there is not a huge difference between these calibration systems, albeit XT32 does do it at lower frequencies, but that does not necessarily make it a better product. i suggest you read up on the real AV forums about all of the issues people have with XT32. i have used it many occasions (Units I have owned or installed) and found it mostly a miss. it usually took more calibration runs to get close to "good" results but many times it still missed easy readings like distance and polarity.
Quote from Swiss82 :
I bought the 3700 and need to also return the yamaha (still waiting on the 3700 and never even opened the Yamaha from costco.) I'm new to this so most of what you said went over my head. For me it came down to the number of channels. I could have stuck with 7 channels and kept the Yamaha, but decided to add to atmos so I guess I needed the additional 2 channels
one thing you need to realize is that adding more channels significantly reduces the actual power output to ALL channels. more is not always better.

i used to be a big fan of denon / marantz amps. but the last few i have installed have been less than stellar (even just sold an X6500 that was in my personal collection). side by side a comparable yamaha aventage outperformed it musically.
Last edited by fourml8r October 25, 2020 at 02:38 PM.
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Oct 25, 2020 09:37 PM
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Swiss82Oct 25, 2020 09:37 PM
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Quote from fourml8r :
agreed about audioholics i do like that they at least put some science behind their reviews but lately they seem to be fan boys of everything. they used to be more proactive in calling out products that were below average, but not anymore

every single software product i have used from any AVR brand adjusts frequency response, that is nothing specific to XT32.


it is not. there is not a huge difference between these calibration systems, albeit XT32 does do it at lower frequencies, but that does not necessarily make it a better product. i suggest you read up on the real AV forums about all of the issues people have with XT32. i have used it many occasions (Units I have owned or installed) and found it mostly a miss. it usually took more calibration runs to get close to "good" results but many times it still missed easy readings like distance and polarity.

one thing you need to realize is that adding more channels significantly reduces the actual power output to ALL channels. more is not always better.
It's all klipsch speakers, which I hear are pretty power efficient. Hopefully it will be okay. What are my other options, stepping up to the 4700 series?
Oct 25, 2020 09:44 PM
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fourml8rOct 25, 2020 09:44 PM
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Quote from Swiss82 :
It's all klipsch speakers, which I hear are pretty power efficient. Hopefully it will be okay. What are my other options, stepping up to the 4700 series?
pretty much any mass market speaker you buy today are decently efficient. the so called advantage of them being more efficient dates back 20 or 30 years where efficiency in general was lower and receivers were much lower on power (25W was pretty common). today that advantage is non-existent as those conditions no longer exist.

in order to figure out what is the right AVR for you requires going through some questions. feel free to message me and we can work it out for you. no point clogging up a thread with your specifics. .
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Oct 25, 2020 09:47 PM
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Swiss82Oct 25, 2020 09:47 PM
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Quote from fourml8r :
pretty much any mass market speaker you buy today are decently efficient. the so called advantage of them being more efficient dates back 20 or 30 years where efficiency in general was lower and receivers were much lower on power (25W was pretty common). today that advantage is non-existent as those conditions no longer exist.

in order to figure out what is the right AVR for you requires going through some questions. feel free to message me and we can work it out for you. no point clogging up a thread with your specifics. .
Sent you a message
Oct 25, 2020 09:51 PM
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straticcOct 25, 2020 09:51 PM
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Quote from WandaVision :
no one i know ever used the front port anyway.
I do. Have last year's model. Love it. I use the front port to hook my pc up when needed to play steam games with an xbox USB controller. Smilie
Oct 25, 2020 09:53 PM
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stm69Oct 25, 2020 09:53 PM
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I am reading that you can readdress the amplification i.e. use external amp to 2 sub in for two front channels. Is it the same for the rest? I have a beefy 5 channel amp that I'd like to use for 5.1.4 with the receiver driving the height/ceiling speakers?
Oct 25, 2020 09:55 PM
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ldeverauxOct 25, 2020 09:55 PM
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Quote from straticc :
I do. Have last year's model. Love it. I use the front port to hook my pc up when needed to play steam games with an xbox USB controller.
That's what PC monitors and speaker systems are for Wink
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Oct 25, 2020 09:57 PM
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Ev02625Oct 25, 2020 09:57 PM
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Big fan of XT32
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Oct 25, 2020 10:03 PM
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kidplayerOct 25, 2020 10:03 PM
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Would this run my 4ohm
Polk Lsi speakers ?
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BigAnvilOct 25, 2020 10:04 PM
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Yeah, this is a bad year for a receiver upgrade.

Go with whatever price you feel is "cheaping out" for the basic features you feel are minimum for your setup and plan for an upgrade in 2 years or so rather than the typical 5 year cycle.

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ucftechguruOct 25, 2020 10:08 PM
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Quote from Swiss82 :
It's all klipsch speakers, which I hear are pretty power efficient. Hopefully it will be okay. What are my other options, stepping up to the 4700 series?
With Klipsch you should be fine with the x3600 or x3700. If you need more power, I would get a highly rated power amp and turn off the amps in the x3600 or x3700. According to the Audio Science Review I posted earlier, that will make these Denon receivers even more crystal clear.
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