Elevate Your Home Entertainment Experience with the Denon AVR-S970H

Welcome to a new dimension of home entertainment! The Denon AVR-S970H, a 7.2 channel 8K AV receiver, is here to redefine your audiovisual journey. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of 3D audio, with a powerful 90W per channel that ensures a truly immersive experience.

Seamless Music Streaming

With technology, your favorite music is just a tap away. Whether it's Spotify, Tidal, Amazon Music HD, or AirPlay 2, enjoy your music wirelessly and with style.

Effortless Setup, Exceptional Sound

Setting up the AVR-S970H is a breeze, thanks to the acclaimed Denon Setup Assistant and Audyssey MultEQ room correction technology. These features optimize your audio system for your unique space, guaranteeing an audio experience that's truly exceptional.

Dolby Atmos: Redefining Audio

Step into the world of Dolby Atmos, where every dimension comes to life. Upgrade your home theater with a 5.1.2 speaker setup for the magic of 3D audio. Even traditional content gets a makeover with the Dolby Surround upmixer, creating 3D audio from standard sources.

DTS:X: Multidimensional Audio Bliss

DTS:X places sound where it naturally belongs, offering a lifelike, multidimensional listening experience. The DTS Neural:X upmixer enhances older content, while DTS Virtual:X brings immersive audio to various speaker setups.

Seamless HDMI Connections

Cutting-edge HDMI technology on all inputs and outputs simplifies your setup. ARC and eARC make TV audio playback a breeze, while HDCP 2.3 ensures secure streaming of content.

Unmatched 8K/HDCP 2.3 Support

Experience pristine 8K visuals with both pass-through and upscaling for 4K content. HDCP 2.3 ensures secure streaming of the latest content.

Vibrant HDR and Dolby Vision

Support for a range of HDR formats, including HDR, HLG, Dynamic HDR, and HDR10+, delivers stunning visuals. Dolby Vision compatibility ensures breathtaking HDR imaging.

Next-Gen Gaming Thrills

For gamers, the AVR-S970H supports VRR, QFT, and ALLM for a smooth and lag-free gaming experience. Elevate your gaming adventures to new heights.

Denon AVR-S970H Performance

Experience extraordinary audio performance with advanced Dolby Atmos and DTS:X technology. With a powerful 90W per channel, this receiver ensures an exceptional, lag-free audio experience for movies and gaming, leaving a lasting impression.

Transform your home entertainment with the Denon AVR-S970H – where passion meets unparalleled audiovisual excellence!

Denon AVR-S970H Specifications

Multichannel Surround

DTS HD Master, DTS:X, DTS:X Pro: Yes, Yes, No
DTS Neo:X, DTS Neural:X: No, Yes
DTS Virtual:X: Yes
Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, Dolby Atmos Music: Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes
Dolby ProLogic Ilz, Dolby Surround: No, Yes
Multichannel Stereo: Yes
Max. Number of Processing (Pre-Amp) Channels: 7.1
Sound Enhancements
Discrete Power Amplifier: Yes
Pure Direct: Yes
Audyssey MultEQ: Yes
Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume: Yes, Yes
Compressed Audio Restorer: Yes

Network

Media Server: Yes
HEOS Wireless Multi-Room Technology: Yes
Alexa / Google Voice Assistant / Apple HomePod: Yes, Yes, Yes
Lossy Formats: MP3, WMA, AAC: Yes, Yes, Yes
Lossless Formats: FLAC, ALAC, WAV: Yes, Yes, Yes
Lossless Formats: FLAC HD, WAV, ALAC (all 192kHz/24 bit): Yes, Yes, Yes
DSD Audio Streaming: Yes (2.8/5.6MHz)
AirPlay 2: Yes
TuneIn: Yes
Spotify Connect: Yes
Pandora: Yes
SiriusXM: Yes
Roon Tested: Yes
HEOS App Control: Yes
Compatible with Remote APP for Smart Phones: Denon 2016 AVR Remote
Ethernet Ports: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes
Bluetooth: Yes

HDMI

HDMI Inputs: Back, Front: 6, No
HDCP2.3 support: Yes
HDMI Outputs: Main, Zone: 2 / No
HDMI 2.1: 8K/60Hz AB, 4K/120Hz AB: Yes, Yes
HDR, HLG, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, Dynamic HDR: Yes , Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) Pass-through for gaming: Yes
Variable Refresh Rate, Quick Frame Transport, Quick Media Switching: Yes, Yes, No
3D Signal Pass-through: Yes
8K Signal Pass-Through, Scaling, GUI Overlay: Yes, Yes, Yes
Audio Return Channel (ARC), Enhanced ARC: Yes, Yes
Auto LipSync: Yes
Multi-room CI
Multi-Room Zones: 2
Zone Audio Source: HDMI; Optical, Coax, Network, USB; Analog: Yes (2ch), Yes (2ch), Yes, Yes
Zone Audio Output: Speaker, Pre-Out: Yes, No
IP Control, RS232 Control, Web Control, App Control: Yes, No, Yes, Yes
Remote In / Out: No, No
HDMI Diagnostics: Yes

Others

Auto Speaker Setup by Microphone: Audyssey MultEQ
Front Display: 1-Line FLD
GUI Languages: 3
Setup Assistant: Yes
Quick Select Plus, Quick Select: Yes, No
Variable Crossover: Yes
Optimized Bass Redirection: Yes
ECO Mode: Yes
Auto Power Off: Yes
Sleep Timer: Yes

Inputs Outputs

HDMI In, Out: 6, 2
Multi-Room Video Out: Video, HDMI: No, No
Analog In, Out: 4, No
Phono (MM) In: Yes
Digital In: Optical, Coaxial: 2, 1
Multi-Room Out: Analog, Digital: No, No
Multichannel Pre-out: Yes (0.2)
Subwoofer Out: 2
Speaker Terminal: Gold-Plated Screw, Regular Screw: No, Yes
Number of Speaker Terminals: 7
Multi-Room Speaker Terminal: Assignable
Front Inputs: Audio, Composite, Digital (Opt), HDMI, USB: No, No, No, No, Yes
USB Audio, Made for iPod, Made for iPhone: Yes, No, No
AM/FM Tuner: Yes

Specifications

Number of Power Amps: 7
Power Output (8 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08% 2ch Drive): 90W
Power Output (6 ohm, 1 kHz, 0.7% 2ch Drive): 125W
Power Output (6 ohm, 1 kHz, 10% 1ch Drive): 185W

General

System Remote Control: RC-1253
Pre-Programmed, Learnable, LCD Display: No, No, No
Power Consumption in W: 500
Power Consumption No-Sound (ECO On / Off) in W: 35W/75W
Standby Consumption in W: 0.1
CEC Standby Consumption in W: 0.5
Network Standby Consumption in W: Less than 2.0
Weight in LBS: 21.0
Weight in LBS (Packaging): 25.4