Product DescriptionThe AVR-2808 is Denon's latest addition to their group of versatile A/V surround receivers. The AVR-2808 incorporates all the current surround formats and enhanced installation flexibility, all with great simplicity of setup and operation. In particular, it adds Dolby Digital TrueHD compatibility which is geared to deliver the excellent sound from BluRay and HD-DVD discs. The AVR-2808 provides Auto Set-Up and Room EQ by Audyssey, which helps you achieve optimized system performance for your specific room. With the accompanying microphone placed at up to six listening positions, the powerful new 32 bit floating point DSP automatically and accurately analyzes, adjusts, and sets the speaker configurations of your system. In addition, Pure Direct mode was designed for those who want the ultimate in sonic quality by shutting down all unused circuitry for the cleanest and most precise stereo sound from any audio component in your system. We do not want to forget to mention a host of other key features - including multi-zone audio capabilities, two assignable 12 volt ?trigger? outputs, an RS-232 port for computer-controlled touch screen operation, 200ms audio delay for precise synchronization between image and soundtrack, a dedicated iPod / MP3 player connectivity port (dock for iPod is optionally available), 1080p HDMI switching, and an XM Satellite Radio Ready port which accepts an optional ''Connect and Play' antenna (XM service required). If you are searching for a receiver to be the centerpiece and control of an elaborate Home-Theater system with a 1080p HDTV screen, the AVR-2808 undoubtedly assures you the never-before-experienced high quality for which you have been searching. Recommended accessories: optional ASD-1R iPod dock and Headphones.
What Others Say
Denon by Microsoft?
The sound and video are great and it seems to be a pretty good value. This is of course the most important factor. Various audio sources can be enriched, and video upcoding even of standard DVDs very effectively provides a crisp, rich signal to my 1080i monitor.
However it seems the "operating system" was designed by Microsoft engineers. Unfortunately it is incredibly and unnecessarily complex. The documentation, although extensive, is disorganized and incomplete. It is necessary to jump back and forth through the manual to gather information. Countless technical terms are never defined or explained.
Incredible processor, for an incredible price
Pros: has all the current codecs and processing power that anyone could need. Also has great, clean power output. Finally, it has preamp outs for upgrading to a better amp.
Cons: only has two HDMI inputs (that's all I needed though, and the replacement model has 4), is pretty bulky, and draws a ton of power. All of these are expected though.
Great Value on AV Receiver
I purchased this receiver to replace an older AVR without the advanced connectivity and processing this unit features.
This a very full featured receiver. I selected it over a few competitors (Yamaha, Onkyo) in part based on the strength of its video processing which i have never found uselful on an AVR before. With this unit I can detect subtle improvements on analog video upconversion, less on non-HD digital (such as DVD).
The audio performance of this unit is also a step up from my old one, the EQ program works well. I am using a 5.1 setup and hope to use the extra channels for another zone or two of audio.
Set up of this unit is easier after learning to navigate the menus; there are a lot of customizable functions which ... Read More
Amazing reciever
The Denon AVR-2808CI has all the bells and whistles one could want or needed. It sounds great weather your using it for the tv surround or watching a movie. The manual is great at telling you what cables to use where and what kind you can use. But it is of no help when setting the unit up. The on screen menu is very cumbersome and not very well laid out. This reciever is deff. not a plug'n'play deal. It will take you a good 4-6hr's to set up depening on how much stuff your connecting to it, trust me I found out the hard way when I started at 8pm and didn't finish till well after midnight.
All in all this unit is far and away the best I have ever had as far as sound quality goes. Once set up its a breeze to use. If your looking in ... Read More
Great receiver, a little harsh for music
First, a little background (be patient!):
I spent a lot of time auditioning bookshelf speakers. My intention was to slowly build out a full surround system by starting with two solid front speakers for stereo listening. I wanted to make sure they sounded good for music, because I believe music is much more demanding on speakers than movies are. I ended up being very impressed by the Totem Rainmakers, although I really love the way B&W speakers look. I think Totem's outperform B&W at my price point. I decided I would get Totem Dreamcatchers for my rears and center since they sounded very good for their small size. I ended up getting the Dreamcatchers first because I got a good deal on them. I decided I would break them in first, ... Read More
