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The Denon AVR-2809CI is one of 10 new 2008/09 av receivers models announced by Denon on May 21st, 2008. The 2809CI replaces the previous-generation AVR-2808CI. The AVR-2809CI is a 7.1 a/v home theatre receiver that features 4 HDMI v1.3a inputs, , a number of audio decoding technologies(Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital Surround EX, etc), and a 32 bit floating point DSP processor. A notable upgrade to the previous-generation is the addition of Audyssey's Dynamic Volume processing along with the already present Dynamic EQ option. Dynamic Volume is found on all ten models; it's a feature that levels the volume to a more-or-less constant level to avoid sudden changes in volume. This feature works together with the Dynamic EQ that dynamically adjusts the EQ settings to optimize the dynamic range. The Denon AVR-2809CI has a suggested retail price of $1199 and is expected to retail in July 2008 along with all other 2008/09 models.
MSRP $1,199.00
Release date July, 2008
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- 7.1 a/v receiver
- 4 x HDMI 1.3a inputs
- Power: 115 watts x 7 Channels
- Dolby Pro Logic IIx
- Dolby Digital Surround EX Decoding
- dts ES Discrete 6.1 Decoding
- dts ES Matrix 6.1 Decoding
- dts Neo:6 Stereo-to-Surround Cinema and Music Modes
- dts 96/24 5.1 for DVD-Video Processing
- Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Dynamic EQ, MultEQ
- price: $1199
- release date: July 2008
Denon 2008/09 lineup summary
- Denon AVR-589
- $299, 2 x HDMI, no 1080p upscaling, dual-zone, no HD audio, 75 Watts / channel, 5.1
- Denon AVR-689
- $399, 3 x HDMI, no 1080p upscaling, dual-zone, no HD audio, 80 Watts / channel, 7.1
- Denon AVR-789
- $599, 3 x HDMI, 1080p upscaling, dual-zone, HD audio, 7.1
- Denon AVR-889
- $749, 4 x HDMI, 1080p upscaling, dual-zone, HD audio, 7.1
- Denon AVR-989
- $1199, 4 x HDMI, 1080p upscaling, dual-zone, HD audio, 7.1
- Denon AVR-1609
- $349, 2 x HDMI, no 1080p upscaling, dual-zone, no HD audio, 75 Watts / channel, 7.1
- Denon AVR-1709
- $449, 3 x HDMI, no 1080p upscaling, dual-zone, no HD audio, 80 Watts / channel, 7.1
- Denon AVR-1909
- $649, 4 x HDMI, 1080p upscaling, dual-zone, HD audio, 90 Watts / channel, 7.1
- Denon AVR-2309CI
- $849, 4 x HDMI, 1080p upscaling, dual-zone, HD audio, custom integration, 7.1
- Denon AVR-2809CI
- $1199, 4 x HDMI, 1080p upscaling, triple-zone, HD audio, custom integration, 7.1
Common among all models:
- HDMI 1.3a inputs
- Dynamic Volume, Dynamic EQ, MultEQ
- New OSD UI
- July 2008 release date
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MSRP $1,399.95
Released September, 2008
Pros
- 8-point automatic calibration
- HD Radio
- 4 x HDMI 1.3a inputs
Cons
- No HDMI scaling
- focus on what's important to your needs and don't compare apples to oranges.
- Not much improved over pre-decessor; nor much better features for the price compared to RX-V663
Denon AVR-2809CI
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Yamaha RX-V1900
MSRP $949.00
Released August, 2008
Pros
- THX Ultra 2 Plus Certified
- powerful yet refined speaker amplification
Cons
- higher distortion than previous models
- lower quality DAC than previously anticipated
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Onkyo TX-SR806
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MSRP $899.00
Released July, 2008
Pros
- THX Select2 Plus Certification
- Video upscaling to 1080p over HDMI
- 4 x HDMI 1.3a inputs
- Decodes Dolby TrueHD and dts HD MA
Cons
- No switched AC outlet
- On-screen menus only output over an HDMI output.
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Onkyo TX-SR706
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MSRP $999.95
Released July, 2009
Pros
- HDMI upconversion to 1080p
- quality Burr-Brown DAC for each channel
- 7.1 analog inputs, 7.2 analog outputs
Cons
- quite expensive
- iPod support is not standard
- nearly 2 pounds lighter than the previous generation
Denon AVR-2809CI
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Yamaha RX-V1065
MSRP $1,299.00
Released January, 2008
Pros
- available in silver and black
- 7.1 channels x 120W
- built in AM/FM tuner
Cons
- HDMI switching only - no transcoding between digital and analog
- expensive to the majority of consumers
- remote is difficult to use - buttons are small and difficult to distinguish
Denon AVR-2809CI
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Cambridge Audio Azur 640R
MSRP $1,000.00
Released July, 2008
Pros
- 4 x HDMI inputs
- 1080p upscaling
- HD audio decoding
- Has pre-outs for all channels for external amps
- Xross media bar interface
- 2nd zone of stereo audio
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Sony STR-DA3400ES
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