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The Denon AVR-1909 is a 7.1 channel a/v receiver released in July 2008 for $649. It is part of the new 2008/09 lineup of Denon receivers. It is in the upper-middle of the lineup, and is the least expensive receiver in the lineup to feature 1080p upscaling and high-definition audio decoding. This price point is highly competitive and very popular among consumers because of the balance of features and pricing with other models such as the Onkyo TX-SR606, Sony STR-DG920, Yamaha RX-V663, and Pioneer VSX-1018AH-K all featuring similar specification at a similar price. Like all models in the AVR-xx9 lineup, it features Audyssey Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ audio processing, HDMI 1.3a inputs, and a new OSD.
MSRP $649.00
Release date July, 2008
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Features
- 7.1 channel a/v receiver
- 90 Watts / channel
- 3 x HDMI 1.3a inputs
- Faroudja DCDi 1080p upscaling of analog sources to HDMI (no HDMI upscaling)
- high-definition audio decoding (Dolby TrueHD, dts HD MA)
- Audyssey Dynamic Volume
- Audysse Dynamic EQ
- 2nd zone of audio and video
- pure direct audio mode
- price: $649
- release date: July 2008
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Denon AVR-1909
• Denon AVR-1909 7.1-Channel Multizone Home Theater Receiver
UPC: 883795000444
EAN: 083795000448
MPN: AVR1909
Competitors
Denon AVR-1909 is ranked 5th among it's competitors.
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MSRP $550.00
Released February, 2008
Pros
- Excellent price - look for it for less than $500
- High-definition audio decoding/processing: TrueHD, HD-MA, raw LPCM
- Video transcoding/upconversion to HDMI and component
Cons
- Only 2 HDMI inputs - competition has 4
- Does not pass BTB or WTW. However this is the case w/ all Yammie receivers currently out & hoped to be fixed w/ a firmware update.
- no USB input, so NO firmware update.
Denon AVR-1909
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Yamaha RX-V663
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MSRP $599.00
Released June, 2008
Pros
- 1080p video pass-through support
- 4 HDMI 1.3a inputs
- Transcodes analog video sources to HDMI
Cons
- Any pre amp outputs
- Manual says you can't use an HDMI-to-DVI cable to your TV.
- Does not appear to have a switched AC outlet (for active subwoofer)
Denon AVR-1909
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Sony STR-DG920
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MSRP $599.00
Released June, 2008
Pros
- 7.1 channel pre-outs
- Video upconversion to 1080p
- Front panel USB port for connecting mp3 player
Cons
- No switched AC outlet
- Only 96KHz/24bit audio over HDMI. (see manual, bottom of pg 33)
- No S-Video inputs
Denon AVR-1909
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Pioneer VSX-1018AH-K
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MSRP $500.00
Released March, 2008
Pros
- 4 x HDMI 1.3a inputs
- High definition audio format decoding
- Video transcoding and upconversion to HDMI
Cons
- Doesn't upconvert to 1080p, only 1080i
- Hudson II video processor is a 2D comb filter as compared to 3D comb filter with adaptive motion
- Does not upscale HDMI inputs, only passes them through.
Denon AVR-1909
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Onkyo TX-SR606
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MSRP $800.00
Released September, 2008
Pros
- quality internal components and circuit design
- decodes high-definition audio formats: Dolby TrueHD, dts HD MA
- Upscales to 1080p
- 90W is powerful enough for the majority of speakers and room sizes
Cons
- With an abundance of customization and tons of feature, it is not be the best receiver for a non technical person
- Only two coax inputs
Denon AVR-1909
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Marantz SR5003
Reviews
December 19, 2008
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Pros
- Decodes high-definition audio formats
- Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ
- You can rename inputs up to 8 characters
- 1080p video upscaling of analog sources to HDMI
- 5-way binding posts for all speaker terminals
- 2 switched AC outlets
- S-video inputs - some receivers skip this feature
- Cheapest Denon receiver to support both 1080p video upscaling and High-def audio decoding over HDMI
Cons
- No upscaling of HDMI sources
- Only 2 digital optical and 2 digital coaxial inputs
- Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ processing not appealing to audiophiles
- No phono input
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December 19, 2008
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Pros
- Decodes high-definition audio formats
- Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ
- You can rename inputs up to 8 characters
- 1080p video upscaling of analog sources to HDMI
- 5-way binding posts for all speaker terminals
- 2 switched AC outlets
- S-video inputs - some receivers skip this feature
Cons
- Setting up receiver is very tedious and manual is not user friendly
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August 29, 2008
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Pros
- Decodes high-definition audio formats
- Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ
- You can rename inputs up to 8 characters
- 1080p video upscaling of analog sources to HDMI
- 5-way binding posts for all speaker terminals
- 2 switched AC outlets
- S-video inputs - some receivers skip this feature
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July 31, 2008
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Pros
- Decodes high-definition audio formats
- Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ
- You can rename inputs up to 8 characters
- 1080p video upscaling of analog sources to HDMI
- 2 switched AC outlets
Cons
- No upscaling of HDMI sources
- Only 2 digital optical and 2 digital coaxial inputs
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October 24, 2008
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Pros
- Decodes high-definition audio formats
- Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ
- You can rename inputs up to 8 characters
- 1080p video upscaling of analog sources to HDMI
- 5-way binding posts for all speaker terminals
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August 13, 2008
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Pros
- 5-way binding posts for all speaker terminals
- S-video inputs - some receivers skip this feature
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December 9, 2008
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0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Cons
- No upscaling of HDMI sources
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November 4, 2008
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0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
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- Only 2 digital optical and 2 digital coaxial inputs
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