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Denon AVR-3806 - AV receiver - 7.1 channel | 
| Brand: Denon
Category: CE
Buy Used: $400.00
Avg. Customer Rating:  12 reviews
Sales Rank: 31715
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 45
MPN: AVR-3806
Model: 3806
UPC: 081757506786
EAN: 0081757506786
ASIN: B000BO0LQI
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Product Description
The AVR-3806, an upgrade from the best-selling AVR-3805, continues to offer the finest in multi-channel audio performance and ensures ultra-rigorous standards of signal purity. Key new high-end features include HDMI switching, 7 channel amplifiers, HDCD decoding, built-in XM-satellite radio capability, and multi-zone functionality. The AVR-3806 also incorporates Audyssey MultEQxt Room EQ to calibrate your audio system and is packaged with a microphone to make your set-up even easier.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 7 more reviews...
 EXTREMELY GREAT SOUND!! June 24, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The sound from this AVR is by far the best i've ever had, i go to many dept stores with surround sound setup and none sound as good as this. I've had several AVR and this one is the best of all. I didn't purchase this AVR for its video capabality , i was looking for something with plenty fiber optic inputs, digital coax inputs, HDMI inputs, i wanted and AVR with 120wats per channel or >, w/a very low THD% and what i really like about this AVR is that every channel is independently driven this badboy weighs 38lbs. Nine different settings for subwoofer crossovers. Some people complained about the manual, the difficult setup, bla, bla, bla... I dont work for a PC company or anything like that, when you start the setup.. its a menu, there is a directory and that directory has its sub-directory, so you scroll and press enter on what ever it is that you want to setup. Simple right, and then just read the book, oh yeah another thing, a couple weaks before i bought this AVR i downloaded the manual (pdf) file and it gave me a heads up and so I wasn't overwhelmed when the day came. The manual applies very well to the reciever one step at a time or one section at a time. My only regret is not waiting a little longer when the Denon AVR 3808CI came out, NOW THATS THE JAM DUDES!! This reciever is shear RAW POWER, with my combination of Infinity Beta50 , 360cc, beta20's in the rears 3 of them im runing a 6.1, infinity SW12, and i was using a Y splitter cable from radio shack (well not any more) for those of you who think it's in our imagination, well it's NOT, i changed out the that RS splitter cable for a Monster splitter cable, instant difference both my subs are deeper and fuller, for my 2nd sub, its a left over from the BOSE YEARS actually it sounds really good as a 2nd sub, u know one of those big ones with 3 5 1/4' woofers in it, you know there's that concept that if it's not 8-12'' or > its not really a sub, WELL w/o those little cubes hooked into it,it sounds really good!! this AVR is really expensive, well if u get it from amazon you wont pay for all of that overhead, this AVR rocks, and the setup has a lock so no one changes your setup, of all my prev AVR none had this feature. DENON builds a very strong product, it has alot of bells and whistles to play with, and i like to play with my HT, till my bonus room blows up!!
 Unmatched Sound Quality! May 13, 2008
Despite reading many negative reviews, I purchased this receiver for the sound quality. I had no problem setting up the unit to work with my TV, HD DVD player, PlayStation 3, or any other device. The sound quality is unbeatable, and I am thoroughly satisfied! Make no mistake, this unit is not meant for the beginner, but if you have a good working knowledge of electronics, you should have no problem setting it up and once you configure the unit, you will enjoy many years of pleasure from this high end receiver.
 Clear audio, but impossible to setup December 27, 2007
The Denon brand name does not have a good reputation for nothing. This unit has excellent sound. HOWEVER, I have spent the entire last week reading through the manual trying to figure out how to "setup" this receiver. The manual is EXTREMELY poorly written. The person writing the manual took it for granted that the reader is high-tech, and consequently does not give good explanation in many areas of setup. Secondly, the remote control is the absolute worst that I have ever experienced, and I have owned lots of remote controls. In short, although this unit can possibly give you good sound if you are willing to spend the next six months trying to figure out how it works, you are much better off buying another brand that is easier and simple to setup. In fact, I am seriously thinking of selling my 3806 on Ebay and replacing it with an Onkyo receiver, probably the 805.
Every rose has it's thorns... July 12, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Some of the reviews of this product are from customers who purchased it refurbished from an "e-tailer". Let's give common sense a chance folks, if you buy anything refurbished, you take your chances. There's a reason why those units were sent back. Secondly, it should be understood merchandise can be obtained for lower prices from e-tailers at the sacrafice of service. I paid a little more for mine from Tweeter, but I was able to have my questions answered because I am a steady customer. The service IS worth something. There's a reason why manufacturers distribute through retailers--for customer service! Many of these problems would either not occur or be addressed by the retailer. Perhaps they should have purchased it from Amazon, as they are one of the few web-based dealers out there that will support their products. They cannot provide the level of support that a store front can. It's just not possible based on logistics.
Granted, this receiver is complex, and the remote is a pain, but it is a trade-off for the vast number of features. There will come a day when these devices will come with a PDA-type device for configuring, but it's not here yet. When it does, you'll be able to see everything on a monitor. For now, we have to live with the 2-line display. The only issue that bothers me about the remote is the battery life, but that ultimately can be corrected. This receiver puts out a full, warm sound uncommon with many other brands. It provides a great deal of flexibility for setting crossover preferences, re-directing sound frequency and multiple surround options which actually are applicable! It also has a very strong center channel, with a great deal of range, even into the lower frequencies. If you can endure the difficulty of the interface, you will find it is worth the time invested.
Just a word of warning. February 18, 2007
3 out of 6 found this review helpful
I bought a Denon AVR-3803. Sound to the back speaker failed. Bought from an authorized dealer, but it took Denon three months to "fix it". The fix lasted about two weeks. Great receivef\r (except difficult to figure out) but warranty repair service is terrible.
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