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Denon AVR-X2900H 7.2-Ch 4K/8K Dolby Atmos AV Receiver

  • Denon AVR-X 2900h Av Receiver
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$1,799.00
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Product Overview

The Denon AVR-X2900H delivers high-performance Dolby Atmos and DTS:X 3D sound designed for immersive home entertainment. Advanced room correction fine-tunes playback to your space, while multi-room streaming Powered by HEOS lets you enjoy music throughout your home. Modern connectivity supports today's TVs, sound sources, and formats. With intuitive setup tools and scalable surround options, the AVR-X2900H provides a refined, flexible foundation for movies, music, and gaming — built to support your system as it grows.

Deciding between the AVR-X2900H and the AVR-X3900H? We've put together a detailed comparison covering key differences, generation upgrades, and which model suits your setup — read our full breakdown here →

Specifications

Technical Information

  • Number of Processing Channels: 7.1
  • Subwoofer Out: 2
  • Number of Power Amps: 7
  • Power Output:
    95 W (8 ohm, 20 Hz -20 kHz, 0.08% 2ch Drive)
    125 W (6 ohm, 1 kHz, 0.7% 2ch Drive)
  • 70% Guarantee at 5ch Driven: Yes
  • Multi-Source / Multi-Zone: 2
  • Front Display: 1 line FLD
  • GUI Languages: 3 (English/Français/ Español)
  • System Remote Control: RC-1262
  • Power Consumption in W: 500W
  • Power Consumption No-Sound (ECO on/off) in W: 35W / 75W
  • Standby Consumption in W: 0.1
  • CEC Standby Consumption in W: 0.5
  • Network Standby Consumption in W: Less than 2.0

Inputs/Outputs

  • HDMI In/Out: 6/2
  • Analog In/Out: 4/-
  • Phono (MM) In: Yes
  • Digital In: Optical, Coaxial: 2, 1
  • Multi-zone Analog Preouts: 1
  • Multichannel Pre-Out: Yes (2.2)
  • Number of Speaker Terminals: 7
  • Speaker A/B: Assignable
  • Bi-amp Drive: Assignable
  • Multi-Zone Speaker Terminal: Assignable

Dimensions

  • Antenna:Horizontal: (W × D × H) in inches: 17.1 × 13.4 × 6.6
  • Antenna:Vertical: (W × D × H) in inches: 17.1 × 13.4 × 9.3
  • w/o Antenna: (W × D × H) in inches: 17.1 × 13.0 × 6.6
  • Weight in lbs: 21.4
  • Weight in lbs (Packaging): 26.9
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Features

  • 7.2 channels
  • 95 watts per channel
  • Dolby Atmos and DTS:X
  • 4K/8K HDMI
  • HEOS whole-home streaming
  • Audyssey room calibration
  • Dirac Live RC upgrade ready
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    Premium Power

    With 95 watts per channel of clean amplification, the AVR-X2900Hdelivers controlled, dynamic sound that preserves dialog clarity, reveals detail, and keeps movies, music, and games engaging at any volume.

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    3D Audio Immersion

    Lose yourself in breathtaking 360-degree sound with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. Experience immersive audio that surrounds you from every direction, pulling you deeper into movies, music, and games.

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    Flexible Surround Sound Configurations

    The AVR-X2900H supports up to 7.2 surround and 5.2.2 Dolby Atmos configurations, giving you the freedom to build a system that matches how you listen.
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High-Definition Picture

Watch movies and shows in crisp 4K or 8K detail, with Dolby Vision support and HD content upscaled for modern displays to maximize resolution, color, and contrast.

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High-Performance Gaming

Serious gamers will enjoy ultra-smooth 4K play, lightning-fast response, and 3D audio that moves with the action. Variable Refresh Rate, Auto Low Latency Mode, and AMD FreeSync keep gameplay fluid and responsive.

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Denon AVR-X3900H 9.4 Channel 8K Dolby Atmos AV Receiver
Channels (amplified) 7.2 (7 amplified) 9.4 (9 amplified)
Max processing channels 7.1 11.4
Power per channel (8Ω, 2ch) 95W 105W
Subwoofer outputs 2 (shared) 4 (independent)
Audyssey MultEQ XT MultEQ XT32 + Sub EQ HT
Dirac Live Optional — Room Correction tier only Optional — full suite from launch
Preamp outputs Front L/R + sub (2.2) Full 11.4
Dedicated Pre-Amp Mode No Yes
Auro-3D / IMAX Enhanced / 360 Reality Audio No Yes
HDMI inputs / outputs 6 / 2 6 / 3
AMD FreeSync Yes Yes
Zone 2 Audio pre-outs only Dedicated HDMI output
Phono (MM) input Yes Yes
DAC New 32-bit multi-channel DAC Cirrus Logic CS4308S 32-bit 8ch

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the AVR-X2900H and the AVR-X2800H?

The AVR-X2900H introduces Dirac Live Room Correction support (an optional upgrade), a new 32-bit multichannel DAC architecture for improved audio performance, AMD FreeSync and 1440p video pass-through for gaming, a redesigned Web UI 2.0, and wireless rear channel support via Denon Home speakers. It's a meaningful step up from the X2800H.

Does the AVR-X2900H support Dirac Live?

Yes. The AVR-X2900H is Dirac Live ready. Dirac Live Room Correction is available as an optional paid upgrade via Dirac's website. The basic Room Correction version is compatible; the X3900H supports additional Dirac modules like Bass Control and Active Room Treatment.

How many HDMI inputs does the AVR-X2900H have?

It has 6 HDMI inputs (3 supporting 8K) and 2 HDMI outputs, one with eARC and one dedicated to Zone 2.

Does the AVR-X2900H support 4K/120Hz and gaming features?

Yes. It supports 4K/120Hz, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), and AMD FreeSync for smooth, responsive gaming.

What room correction does the AVR-X2900H include?

It includes Audyssey MultEQ XT, Dynamic EQ, and Dynamic Volume out of the box, with an optional upgrade to Dirac Live Room Correction.

How many channels does the AVR-X2900H support?

It's a 7.2-channel AV receiver, supporting configurations up to 7.1 surround or 5.2.2 Dolby Atmos with height speakers and dual subwoofer outputs.

What is the difference between the Denon AVR-X3900H and AVR-X2900H?

The AVR-X3900H is designed for larger and more advanced home theatre systems. It offers 9 channels of amplification and 11.4 channel processing, compared to 7 channels and 7.1 processing on the AVR-X2900H. The X3900H also adds four independent subwoofer outputs, Auro-3D, IMAX Enhanced, expanded pre-outs, an extra HDMI output, and support for more advanced speaker layouts such as 5.4.4 or 7.4.2. The AVR-X2900H is better suited for traditional 5.1.2 or 7.1 systems and smaller rooms.

What streaming services does the AVR-X2900H support?

It supports Spotify, TIDAL, Qobuz, Amazon Music, and Apple Music (via AirPlay 2), along with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and whole-home audio Powered by HEOS.

Is the AVR-X2900H Roon Ready?

Yes, the AVR-X2900H is Roon Ready, enabling bit-perfect audio playback and control from any Roon device.

Why is the Denon AVR-X2900H sometimes listed as the AVR-X2900H DAB?

The AVR-X2900H DAB is the European and UK variant of the same receiver, featuring a built-in DAB/DAB+ digital radio tuner. In North America, including Canada, the receiver is sold simply as the AVR-X2900H — without the DAB tuner, since DAB radio is not available in this region. Both versions are otherwise identical in features and performance.