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Denon AVR-3808CI A/V Multi-Source/Zone w/ Network Streaming Receiver | 
| Brand: Denon
Category: CE
Buy New: $1,599.00
New (8) Used (2) Refurbished (2)
Avg. Customer Rating:  7 reviews
Sales Rank: 1932
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 45
Dimensions (in): 23 x 23 x 13
MPN: AVR-3808CI
Model: AVR-3808CI
UPC: 070052544913
EAN: 0081757507646
ASIN: B000TW78AO
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 130 Watts Per Channel x 7 Channels, All Channels Rated at 0.05 THD | | • | 4 DVI/HDMI Video Inputs/1 Output, 3 Component Video Inputs/1 Output | | • | 5 Optical Digital Inputs/2 Outputs, 2 Coaxial Inputs, 11 Analog audio Inputs, Incl. Tuner | | • | XM-Satellite Radio Capability, 8-Channel External Analog Input | | • | 7 S-Video Inputs/3 Outputs, 3 Composite Outputs, Digital to Analog REC Output |
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Product Description
130 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 * Audessey Laboratories' MultEQ XT eight-point auto setup and room calibration system (microphone included) * XM Satellite Radio Ready with decoding for XM's HD Surround channels (requires XM subscription and optional XM Mini-Tuner package) * iPod integration (requires optional Denon ASD-1R) *
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| Customer Reviews: Read 2 more reviews...
 This remote sucks February 12, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Love the Receiver but that remote is truely awful. This is my third Denon receiver in 20 years. I haven't had a problem with any of them and this one truely rocks. The Gui system is hard to use at first and so is the remote. Once you get everything set up it a great receiver. I use my old Denon remote because one sucks.
 I have tried several AVR's January 13, 2008
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
This unit is the real deal. It provides the granularity a semi-technical person will inevitably want. Other AVRs sound just as good, but the cutomization and outstanding GUI is the difference, and the video scaling is solid. The negative posts I see regarding the genesis chip are not from those who own this product. This thing runs rather cool compared to what I have observed with competitors such as the Onkyo 875. And for those who are hung up on THX certification; look at any of the high end speakers, THX is rarely even mentioned as a variable. Not to mention, who really has a THX certified room...good luck with that!
Great receiver! January 4, 2008
18 out of 18 found this review helpful
I have been waiting a while for "the perfect receiver". However, I have come to the conclusion that this is as close to perfect as I am going to find for my needs right now. I am using all 4 HDMI inputs (PS3, Oppo 980H, Directv HR20, and a Sony Vaio computer). The Denon has worked flawlessly with SACD, DVD-A, and lossless audio sources from my BluRay movies.
For sound quality, it is important to get the speakers setup properly. Denon's auto setup with the included mic makes this a very simple setup. I have heard that it helps to take measurements from all over the room, so I setup 5 listening locations. The sound quality is fantastic. I do have an spl meter, but I have not had it out to fine tune the setup just yet. It already sounds fantastic. The Oppo has the ability to send out a DSD multi-channel signal for its SACD and these sound fantastic on the Denon.
I am not really using the video upscaler very much since most of the signals I am inputting are already HD. In other words, the Denon mainly sends out the signals untouched, so it is hard to complain.
The ability to update the firmware over the internet connection is what I believe sets this receiver apart from the competition. For me, this was the deciding factor. With all of the new tech in these receivers, I do not want to have to carry the thing into a service location every time it needs an update.
I should mention that I played some music coming from my computer using the network interface and it worked okay. It did take a few seconds to retrieve license information for Yahoo Music DRM files, but I bet they improve on that in the future.
The downsides are small, but should be mentioned. The remote is okay for setting up the system, but it is going into a drawer with my other remotes now that I have my Harmony 880 universal programmed for all of the general functions that I need. Also, the GUI takes some getting used to. I like the ability to rename the inputs and choose what video inputs go with the audio inputs. However, it was not something that I picked up and setup in a few minutes. It is better than my old Denon AVR-3300, so at least they are going in the right direction!
Fantastic December 7, 2007
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
I love this receiver. Is it easy to set up? Well it's not simple that's for sure. I did not buy a receiver with this much functionality and think it be simple. The graphical user interface is OK to navigate but it will take a little time to get used to it. The Audessy setup went great. Most importantly my music and movies sound awesome. The up-conversion looks better than that of my TV and looks good on DVDs. I highly recommend this receiver and a nice set of speakers to everyone.
update: I have been using this for a couple months now. I have a 5.1 and zone 2 setup and I still love it. Everybody here loves the uncompressed audio on HD movies.
Great, but not for the technically challenged November 3, 2007
16 out of 16 found this review helpful
I bought this receiver because it has 4 HDMI inputs and one HDMI output. The back side seems spartan with only 4 HDMI cables and one subwoofer cable attached, and now I don't have any use for a half dozen sets of high quality RCA cables!
The sound quality and video upconversion of this receiver are superb. The new GUI interface is aesthetically pleasing, but some actions are several menus deep, and it is difficult to navigate and find exactly what you're looking for. This receiver is not for the technically challenged. It is a little difficult to set up, and you really do need to have a TV hooked up for the programming.
After living for a few years with a $200 receiver, I'm amazed at the sound details I've been missing.....it's great to have a high quality AVR again!
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