🎧 Denon AVR-X8500H: Flagship Receiver with 8 HDMI In/3 Out, 13.2 Channel Amplifier (150W/Ch), Dolby Surround Sound, Alexa & HEOS Compatibility Review

Wow, I had my doubts for a long time because I already had an AVR 4500h and used 11.2 with an external amp. I pulled the trigger after some research as I had unused Atmos speakers. I have to say that this receiver is definitely a major upgrade on all fronts. I mean even if I didn't use the full 13.2 it would make the 11.2 setup clearer and I expected that from an AVR 4500 which I couldn't give. This villain has strength and is so well built that he weighs around 50 pounds or more. That's what I

Qualitatively assembled unit. Lots of settings via on-screen menus after connecting the TV. Big learning curve for the average person. There's a setup wizard that does a good job of showing you where to connect everything and guiding you through the process. It sets the speaker levels, etc. This can also be done manually. I used the helper and then adjusted it a bit. The volume and tone of each speaker can be adjusted individually. Be patient. If something is wrong, then most likely the…

This is my fourth purchase of a Denon receiver as it was preceded by a broken avr5200. After receiving this 8500 I contacted Denon's repair service provider Panurgy and after discussing the issue I was having (power supply) they asked me to ship it to them. Shortly after they received it I received an email saying they couldn't fix it, parts were no longer available. I'm talking about a $2,000 high-end component, not a $200 stocking. They knew the model number and through my communication with…