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Denon AVR-988 7.1-Channel/5.1+2-Channel Multi-source/Multi-zone Home Theater Receiver (Black) | 
| Brand: Denon
Category: CE
List Price: $1,199.00
Buy New: $584.97
You Save: $614.03 (51%)
New (2) Refurbished (2) from $578.98
Rating:  17 reviews
Sales Rank: 853
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 35
Dimensions (in): 20 x 20.7 x 12.1
MPN: AVR988
Model: AVR988
UPC: 081757507684
EAN: 0081757507684
ASIN: B000UPA4O2
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 7.1-channel 2-zone/2-source A/V home theater receiver with 110 watts per channel power output | | • | Supports Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS Neo:6 Surround, DTS-ES Extended Surround, DTS-HD, and Dolby True HD multichannel formats | | • | Audyssey MultEQ calibration process makes setup easy; Faroudja DCDi video processing | | • | 2 HDMI v1.3a digital video inputs and 1 HDMI monitor output; compatible with iPods and XM satellite radio receivers | | • | Measures 17.1 x 6.75 x 16.55 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 29 pounds; 2-year warranty |
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Product Description
The AVR-988 has been rebuilt from the ground up and has been outfitted and updated with the latest A/V theater technology allowing for enhanced multi-room operation and performance. The AVR-988 now has HDMI v1.3a which brings with it the new surround formats of Dolby Digital TrueHD and dts Master Audio decoding providing for the ultimate surround experience. Audyssey processing has been updated which will provide improved auto calibration results for even smoother sound reproduction. The Faroudja FLi2310 processor, one of the best in the industry, has been employed to allow for video scaling to 1080p resolution. An RS-232C system control port and serial IR ports are provided for ease of integration for complex home audio installations with 3rd party controllers. Additionally, the AVR-988 now comes with dual remotes for improved multi-zone applications and control.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 12 more reviews...
 Great AVR/Amazon&UPS NOT! October 4, 2008
Recorder (H. Bch., CA.)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Absolutely a 5 star AVR. I was set to pull the trigger on the 1909 when I saw the 988 at Amazon's price of $599. I compared on Denon's web site, and AVS Forum (check the "official AVR-2808 thread for some great tips), and easily made my decision.
I have a Denon DRA-685 Stereo Receiver for my music listening room with a pair of Boston VR950 speakers. I knew I'd go Denon again.
Lots of others have posted the pro's & cons of this unit, and yes, it is a very sophisticated piece of equipment. Patience, and reading the manual (as poorly organized as it is) will get you through, and the rewards are worth it.
I purchased the Def.Tech ProCinema800 5.1 Surround Sound Speaker System, and the Panasonic BD-30 Blu-Ray Player, coupled with the Samsung LN52A650 HDTV, and I'll never go to the theater again!!
For a great price on the Def Tech line of speakers, check Abt. They post MSRP prices, but call the sales department for the discount.
So now I love my HT, and I'm not spending as much time with my Stereo system, because the AVR-988 & Def Tech Speakers are REALLY Impressive.
The bad news:
The 1st receiver was damaged in shipping. Amazon's Customer Service in India is awful,and it took 3 calls before I got a US CSR. It was Thurs. before Labor Day, and they refused to ship until after the Holiday, so had to wait home again for UPS.
The driver came to the door with a box that was hanging on by a thread!
Totally trashed, the Styrofoam was hanging out, it was mutilated.
The driver said it must have been shipped to Amazon that way.
I refused delivery, and got on the phone w/ amazon.
I was promised next day delivery, but didn't get a tracking # till 6PM with 3rd day shipping! Spoke to another rep, who was most sympathetic, but only offered to issue a credit to my account for a small amount.
At least the 3rd unit was unscathed, and by the time it arrived, I had enough time with the original unit to understand the menu system, and set it up.
The Audessey Auto setup was great, but it set my Sub crossover to 250 HZ. After dialing it down to 80HZ I was home free.
Bottom line 5 star AVR & zero for Amazon customer service & UPS.
My second Denon September 27, 2008
Charles Mcanlis (The Great Northwest)
Sent my first Denon (3802) and component HDTV home with my daughter. Got the Denon AVR-988 and new Samsung, what a beauty. Ease of use was greatly enhanced with the addition of the OPPO hdmi switch. So much easier to use.
Awesome Receiver September 20, 2008
Z. Moore (ATL)
Denon is one of the receivers out there, and the AVR-988 will make your 5.1 system sound awesome. Im using a Bose Acoustimass 10 system, Playstation 3, XM radio, and 40" Samsung 720p (Hope to upgrade to 1080p soon). Amazon's advertised price of $599.00 was a steal. Everyone else had it for at least $799.00. You wont be disappointed.
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