Denon has just unrolled the curtains of the Denon DRA-900H. So, if you were waiting on the release of the device, you can finally get it and integrate the versatile network receiver into your home setup.
But if this is the first time you’re hearing about the DRA-900H, at the core, it’s a highly versatile and feature-packed network receiver for home setups.
According to Denon, the Denon DRA-900H is an all-in-one system that’s coming to bridge the gap between modern AV tech and legacy HiFi systems. It aims to expand on the much-loved DRA-800H.
And if you can recall, the Denon DRA-800H came out in 2019. Even though it’s still great when you consider the current standards, the Denon DRA-900H brings some upgrades that will fulfill the demands of modern home cinema setups.
Among all, the first upgrade that the Denon DRA-900H brings is support for 8K video. In comparison, the Denon DRA-800H supported 4K video.
The brand-new network receiver has even more power than the predecessor. And it can support high-resolution video. So, you can easily pair it up with high-end modern TVs.
If you’re looking for specifics, the DRA-900H is a 2.2-channel receiver. It can provide up to 145 watts per channel. On the other hand, the previous model could only provide 100 watts.
In addition to that, there’s a total of six HDMI inputs. Among them, one has support for 8K video output and eARC. But the Denon DRA-900H is not just for TVs.
Other than the HDMI inputs, the DRA-900H comes with Phono, USB, and CD inputs. With these, you can hook the network receiver with a wide range of external sources. Also, you can make the receiver connect to two pairs of speakers.
For the speakers, the DRA-900H has A/B switching, bi-wiring, and parallel playback options. You can even take advantage of the twin subwoofer outputs to make your audio setup more robust.
When it comes to wireless connectivity, the Denon DRA-900H has WiFi, Apple AirPlay 2, and Bluetooth. With these, the network receiver can play ALAC, WAV, and FLAC files at up to 24bit / 192kHz.
Moreover, the DRA-900H features HEOS, allowing you to stream music wirelessly from all of your favorite streaming services.
That includes Spotify, Tidal, and Amazon Music HD. In short, you won’t face any limitations in terms of streaming on the network receiver.
So, overall, Denon has been quite busy in AV tech. And with the release of the Denon DRA-900H, the audio brand might finally have the perfect solution for those who are looking for a middle point between modern AV tech and legacy HiFi systems.
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