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Denon AVR-791
$499.00
Released May, 2010
The Pros:Audyssey Dynamic Volume - adjusts its own volume to boost quiet scenes and dampen loud commercials. Fast setup with quick configuration. High definition sound quality, doesn't lose anything.
The Cons:Unattractive on screen display - low-fi black and white text. Limited number of each type of input, often only having one available. Volume control on remote is over-sensitive for some users.
The Denon AVR-791 is one of five 3D-ready, advanced audio/visual receivers released during summer 2010 as an upgrade from previous generation AVR models. All units host HDMI v1.4a Repeater Inputs with 3D/CEC compliance.
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In particular, the 7-channel AVR-791 is the only unit in the series to offer iPod digital direct connectivity via USB. Like its immediate predecessor, the AVR-591, the AVR-791 also includes analog to HDMI conversion, HD audio decoding from Dolby and dts, and standard Dolby Pro Logic IIz decoding. Included also is 12-bit video processing/scaling from Anchor Bay Technologies (ABT). Additional features include 24-bit/192-kHz DACs, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, and an easy-to-use GUI.
Features
- 3D Ready A/V Receiver
- HDMI v1.4a Repeater Inputs (4)
- 3D Compliant (Firmware Upgrade)
- CEC Compliant (Integrated)
- Analog-to-HDMI Video Conversion
- HD Audio Decoding
- IPod Digital Direct
- Simple GUI
- Discrete Amps
- Preouts
- Dolby ProLogic IIz
- Audyssey MultiEQ
- 12-Bit Video Processing/Scaling
- 24-bit/192-kHz DACs
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Pros & Cons
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Audyssey Dynamic Volume - adjusts its own volume to boost quiet scenes and dampen loud commercials
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5
fast setup with quick configuration
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4
high definition sound quality, doesn't lose anything
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4
no interference between channels, individual amplification
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4
upconversion from analog sources
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4
wide variety of input types available
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HDMI 1.4a - 3D pass-through, audio return channel
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4
Audyssey Multi-Eq with included microphone for automatic configuration based on your room setup
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4
inputs can be renamed and/or removed if not in use - streamlines use, especially for less technical users
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3
ipod/iphone compatible front usb
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unattractive on screen display - low-fi black and white text
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limited number of each type of input, often only having one available
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volume control on remote is over-sensitive for some users
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overly complex remote control
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