Denon AVR 1609 7 1 Channel Multi Zone Home Theater Receiver

Denon AVR 1609 7 1 Channel Multi Zone Home Theater Receiver

Affordability and versatility are the hallmarks of the AVR-1609, which features a powerful 7 channel amplifier section to drive a 7.1 multi-channel speaker system, along with the latest extended surround decoders, including Dolby Digital Surround EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIx and DTS ES. Equipped with the latest HDMI v1.3a digital video signal pass-through technology, the AVR-1609 provides 2 HDMI inputs and 1 HDMI output, allowing a single HDMI cable run to your HDTV display.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Unbeatible Value!
I would like to challenge anyone in finding a better AVR in this price category. I purchased the Denon AVR-1609 two days ago for under two hundred and am absolutely amazed that they can sell such a nice product for so little and make a profit. I hooked this up with a 6.1 speaker setup… small speakers, nothing special, and the sound is fantastic. It took me a bit of time to setup because it defaults to 5.1 and 7.1 speaker arrangement and I had to scour the manual to figure out how to add one speaker in the back and nobody likes to read manuals… The manual is actually very well written despite what other reviewers have said and has everthing you would ever need to know about using the auto setup feature as well as fine tuning and making adjustments afterward to suit your listening style and other interesting programming features in a very simple and easy to understand layout. Regarding other reviewers comments… If you call yourself an audiophile then Denon makes plenty other AVRs to suit your needs at 10x the price… This reciever is for people who enjoy fine sound WITHOUT breaking the bank and the resutltant screaming wife. The comments about the HDMI inputs/outputs not passing audio is plain silly and nothing more than a convienience issue, there four are digital audio inputs for your components to be routed separately… I would rather Denon cuts out bonus features and convieniences such as these rather than sacrifice sound quality and choose cheaper amplifiers, etc… If you want features of a high end AVR then spend a few hundred extra and get it. Also, I actually like the doube sided remote… they hide some infrequenty used type buttons in a closable compartment on the back of the remote. Its nice for setup and configuration adjustments. The remote alone is worth a couple hundred bucks… Go ahead and buy this thing, you’ll be getting a lot more for your money than you ever expected and wonderful sound from a respected manufacturer!

5 Stars Skeptic in Inglewood
After purchasing this item, I read the reviews. I can tell you that after reading them I tried to cancel this item through Amazon on-line before it shipped. I was truly dissappointed that I could not cancel through Amazon but only through the shipper “Crutchfield”. After speaking with “Crutchfield”, I must admit they have great technical assistance. I spoke with a technical advisor about my concerns that I read through the reviews such as the HDMI not having audio but only video. I was told that all I would need is a digital optical cable to run the audio. I was in luck since I have 5 HDMI inputs on my television. All of my components (PS3, 5 disc upconverting 1080 DVD player) can be connected through the televisions HDMI’s. The HDMI and digital optical cable can be connected to the Denon receiver and I will be able to get full surround experience through the television. At first I was a little skeptical but have decided to try my luck…after all, the responses on sound quality have been great.

5 Stars AVR-1609
The denon AVR-1609 is a great A/V reciever. Some people do not like the fact that the audio HDMI portion is just a pass-thru but I like it because I only use fiber optic for my audio(the 1609 has 2). You can up-grage to a different model but it is not cost effective when you can buy a toslink cable for $4.

All in all this is a great product. Very happy

5 Stars Best $200 piece of audio equipment I’ve seen
Was just looking for a basic receiver to replace an old one that died. It was just for some speakers I have outside & in a formal dining area. I’ve already got 2 pretty nice Denon’s for the 2 home theater areas in my house, and love them. Couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw this one on sale for just over $200 with free delivery.

Delivery was quicker than promised and it came in perfect condition. Crutchfield was excellent. They even provided their own guides on hookup & tips.

Haven’t really cranked it yet – it really just runs ‘background music’ – but I think it would be OK. Has a ton of options / inputs / outputs on it, including the Denon Multi zone, an ipod connection (controller sold separately), and satellite radio connection, so I would think it would have enough variety & capabilities for the average user.

And again, for the price, I don’t think you can beat it.

Would definitely order from Crutchfield again, too.

5 Stars Awesome receiver!!
Very eye pleasing,but most important,ear pleasing!! Pushing a pair of Polk’s TSI 200′s,sounds awesome and clear!! Easy to set up and operate!

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