We continue our review of Denon's range of AV receivers . Today we want to talk about the Denon AVR-X2300W , a receiver that has received countless awards as the best quality / price ratio AV receiver. A receiver that supports object-based sound formats ( Dolby Atmos and DTS: X ), that has wireless connectivity, that is compatible with 4K and HDR signals , that can reproduce music in high resolution and that, in addition, incorporates an advanced processor video . Let's go over the features of the Denon AVR-X2300W .
We start with the technical data. The Denon AVR-X2300W is a 7.2 channel AV receiver rated at 150 watts per channel . The receiver is capable of decoding and processing any soundtrack, including Dolby Atmos and DTS: X (via firmware update). Additionally, the Denon AVR-X2300W offers low impedance (up to 4 ohms) and high current handling capability.
The Denon receiver is capable of handling high-resolution audio tracks thanks to its ability to decode lossless files up to 24-bit / 192 kHz , as well as 2.8 MHz and 5.6 MHz DSD tracks .
The Denon AVR-X2300W includes the Audyssey MultEQ XT Automatic Room Acoustics Correction and Measurement System . This system is capable of, using the included microphone, adapting the speakers to the acoustics of the room and achieving a more uniform and natural tonal balance. The MultEQ XT system provides more accurate filters for the main and satellite speakers, offering 8 times the resolution of the basic MultEQ system , with up to 8 measurement positions . On the other hand, the Audyssey Dynamic EQ systememploys advanced psychoacoustic algorithms to continuously adjust the tonal balance so that full-range sound is heard even at low volume levels. Finally, the Audyssey Dynamic Volume system softens annoying sound peaks, thus avoiding the typical scares when there is an explosion or a shot.
In terms of connectivity, the Denon AVR-X2300W is equipped with eight HDMI inputs and two HDMI outputs . All of them include support for 4K Ultra HD 60 Hz video, 4: 4: 4 Pure Color subsampling, HDR, 21: 9 video pass-through, 3D and BT.2020 on all inputs . Likewise, they are all compatible with HDCP 2.2 . In addition to allowing all types of video signals to pass through, the AVR-X2300W includes a video processor capable of upscaling SD and HD digital video to 4K UHD . The receiver incorporates a complete set of video calibration controls and video modes ISF Day and ISF Night .
In addition to great wired connectivity, the Denon AVR-X2300W also offers several possibilities to connect without cables. The system integrates Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity , with a dual antenna system to guarantee signal quality. The receiver supports AirPlay of Apple and Spotify Connect , can control it from the AVR 2016 Denon Remote application .
The Denon AVR-X2300W receiver can be found in specialized stores with a price of around 630 euros .