Dateline: 07/18/15
As a follow-up to their previously announced S-Series and AVR-X1200W and AVR-X2200W Home Theater Receivers, Denon has announced two new high-end X-Series IN-Command receivers for the 2015/16 model year.
AVR-X3200W and AVR-X4200W Compared
The core function of a home theater receiver is to decode and process audio and with that mind, these latest receivers both incorporate 7-channel amplifier configuration, with two subwoofer preamp outputs.
The AVR-X3200W and AVR-X4200W provide all of the Dolby and DTS audio decoding/processing you would expect in the latest high-end receivers, including, Dolby Atmos (5.1.2 channel configuration for the AV-X3200, up to 5.1.4 or 7.1.2 channel configuration with additional amplifiers) and DTS:X Decoding and DTS Neural:X upmixer capability on both receivers (DTS:X and Neural Upmixer will be added via free firmware update).
Additional audio features on both the X3200 and 4200 include a user friendly horizontal color-coded speaker connection layout, Audio Return Channel, and Multi-zone operation.
To fine tune your speakers and audio performance to your room, both receivers also provide Audyssey MultEQ XT (the AVR-X4200 features MultEQ XT32), as well as Dynamic EQ and Dynamic Volume.
Both receivers are equipped to handle the latest streaming and network audio sources via Ethernet/LAN or built-in WiFi connectivity, including Internet Radio, (vTuner) and music services (Spotify), as well as DLNA supported audio and photo streaming from network connected devices (such as PCs and NAS drives.
Also, both receivers incorporate Direct USB connection for iPod/iPhone/iPad, Apple Airplay, Bluetooth, and Hi-Res audio compatibility (Including DSD, AIFF (DSD/AIFF content access available via USB and Network only), ALAC and Flac).
Of course, today's home theater receivers need to offer more that just audio, video is also an important factor. With that in mind, video capabilities on both receivers include 3D, 4K (up to 60Hz), expanded Color Gamut (BT.2020/Rec.2020) and HDR (High Dynamic Range) pass through, as well as 1080p and 4K upscaling. Both receivers also include ISF certification, which provides optimal video settings for day and night viewing environments.
Extensive physical connectivity is included, anchored by a total of 8 HDMI 2.0a inputs, and two parallel HDMI outputs on the AVR-X3200W, and three HDMI outputs on the AVR-X4200W. The third HDMI output on the AVR-X4200W can feed both audio and hi-definition video from a different source to a second Zone. In other words, you can watch one HD source in your main room, and a different HD source in aother room, both of which can be controlled by the AVR-X4200W.
For added control flexibility, both receivers come with a remote, but are also compatible with Denon's free downloadable app for iOS or Android phone. Both receivers also provide a wired IR sensor input and output, as well as an RS-232C terminal. These additional options provide practical options for integration into a custom-controlled home theater setup.
Both receivers can also be integrated with Denon's HEOS multi-room audio system via HEOS Link.
AVR-X4200W Additional Features
In addition to the shared features, and some of the differences mentioned above, the AVR-X4200 also adds the following:
-Auro 3D Audio upgradeability (fee payment required)
- 9.2 channel processing (accommodates the Dolby Atmos 5.1.4 or 7.1.2 channel speaker setup mentioned earlier in this article), as well as a set of 13.2 channel preamp outputs, and up to 3 independent Multi-room zones (one HDMI, two analog audio-only).
-D.D.S.C.-HD Digital(Dynamic Discrete Surround Circuit), AL24 Processing Plus, and Denon Link HD (provides additional audio connection option between Denon Link HD-equipped Blu-ray Disc players and Denon Home Theater Receivers).
- Dedicated Phono input for connection of audio turntable (attention vinyl record fans).
More Details and Pricing
The AVR-X3200W (105 wpc - 8ohms, 20Hz-20kHz,THD 0.08%), is priced at $999 - Official Product Page
The AVR-X4200W (125 wpc - 8 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.05%THD) is priced at $1,499 (Price Comparisons Coming Soon) - Official Product Page
Both receivers are expected to start arriving on store shelves by August, 2015.
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