The AVR-X3800H is a nine-channel home theater receiver built to fill larger rooms with theater-quality immersive audio. Supporting Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced, and Auro 3D across 11.4 channels of processing, it handles everything from the latest object-based formats to legacy content upmixing. Eight K video pass-through, four independent subwoofer outputs, and HEOS Built-in wireless streaming complete a package aimed squarely at the serious home theater enthusiast.

Total Format Coverage

Every major immersive audio format is supported out of the box, including Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced, and Auro 3D, alongside Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X, and Auro-Matic upmixing for older content.

Nine Channels of High-Current Power

Discrete high-current amplifiers deliver 105W per channel into 8 ohms across the full 20Hz to 20kHz range, providing ample headroom for any speaker load.

Ready for 8K

All six HDMI inputs and two of the three outputs support 8K video, with full compatibility for HLG, HDR, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dynamic HDR pass-through.

Precision Room Calibration

Audyssey MultEQ XT32 comes installed as standard, with optional Dirac Live calibration available as a paid upgrade via future firmware update.

Flexible Configuration

With 11.4-channel processing capability, pre-amplifier mode, and extensive zone and control options, the AVR-X3800H adapts to a wide range of installation requirements.

Wireless Music Throughout Your Home

HEOS Built-in lets you stream from Spotify, TuneIn, Amazon Music, and more, sharing audio wirelessly between rooms directly from the Denon or HEOS app.

Advanced Video Performance

HDMI 2.1 with ALLM, Variable Refresh Rate, and Quick Frame Transport ensures low-latency, high-fidelity video for gaming and streaming alike.

Technical Specifications:

Amplification:

• Number of Power Amps: 9
• Power Output (8 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08% 2ch Drive): 105W
• Power Output (6 ohm, 1 kHz, 0.7% 2ch Drive): 135W
• Power Output (6 ohm, 1 kHz, 10% 1ch Drive): 215W
• Discrete Power Amplifier: Yes
• Pure Direct: Yes
• Compressed Audio Restorer: Yes

Surround Formats:

• Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, Dolby Atmos Music: Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes
• Dolby ProLogic Ilz, Dolby Surround: No, Yes
• DTS HD Master, DTS:X, DTS:X Pro: Yes, Yes, No
• DTS Neo:X, DTS Neural:X: No, Yes
• DTS Virtual:X: Yes
• IMAX Enhanced: Yes
• Auro 3D: Yes
• 360 Reality Audio / MPEG-H: Yes, Yes
• Multichannel Stereo: Yes
• Max. Number of Processing (Pre-Amp) Channels: 11.4

Room Correction:

• Audyssey: MultEQ XT32
• Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume: Yes, Yes
• Audyssey LFC: Yes
• Auto Speaker Setup by Microphone: Yes (Audyssey MultEQ XT32)
• Dirac Live Upgradability: Yes (future firmware update, fee applies)

Inputs / Outputs:

• HDMI In, Out: 6, 3
• Analog In, Out: 5, No
• Phono (MM) In: Yes
• Digital In: Optical, Coaxial: 2, 2
• Multi-Room Out: Analog, Digital: 1, No
• Multi-Room Video Out: Video, HDMI: No, Yes
• Multichannel Preout: Yes (11.4)
• Subwoofer Out: 4 (independent)
• Number of Speaker Terminals: 11
• Speaker Terminal: Gold-Plated Screw, Regular Screw: No, Yes
• Speaker A / B: Assignable
• Bi-amp Drive: Assignable
• 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

HDMI:

• HDMI Inputs: Back, Front: 6, No
• HDMI Outputs: Main, Zone: 2, 1
• HDCP 2.3 Support: Yes
• HDMI 2.1: 8K/60Hz, 4K/120Hz: Yes, Yes
• HDR, HLG, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, Dynamic HDR: Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes
• 8K Signal Pass-Through, Scaling, GUI Overlay: Yes, Yes, Yes
• 3D Signal Pass-through: Yes
• ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) Pass-through: Yes
• Variable Refresh Rate, Quick Frame Transport, Quick Media Switching: Yes, Yes, No
• Audio Return Channel (ARC), Enhanced ARC: Yes, Yes
• DSD Audio Capability: Yes
• Auto LipSync: Yes

Network and Streaming:

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

Multi-Room and Control:

• 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, Yes
• Zone HDMI Output from HDMI Source: Yes
• IP Control, RS232 Control, Web Control, App Control: Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes
• Remote In / Out: Yes, Yes
• DC Trigger Output: 1
• HDMI Diagnostics: Yes

General:

• 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
• Bass Sync: Yes
• ECO Mode: Yes
• Auto Power Off: Yes
• Sleep Timer: Yes
• System Remote Control: RC-1253
• Remote: Pre-Programmed, Learnable, LCD Display: No, No, No
• Power Consumption: 660W
• Power Consumption No-Sound (ECO On / Off): 60W / 100W
• Standby Consumption: 0.1W
• CEC Standby Consumption: 0.5W
• Network Standby Consumption: Less than 2.0W
• Dimensions with Antenna Horizontal (W x D x H): 17.1 x 15.3 x 6.6 in / 434 x 389 x 168 mm
• Dimensions with Antenna Vertical (W x D x H): 17.1 x 15.3 x 9.3 in / 434 x 389 x 236 mm
• Dimensions without Antenna (W x D x H): 17.1 x 14.9 x 6.6 in / 434 x 378 x 168 mm
• Weight: 27.6 lbs / 12.5 kg

In the Box:

• AVR-X3800H Receiver: 1
• Remote Control (RC-1253): 1
• Calibration Microphone (Audyssey): 1
• Microphone Stand: 1
• AM Loop Antenna: 1
• FM Antenna: 1
• Power Cable: 1
• Quick Start Guide: 1
• Safety and Warranty Documentation: 1