Denon® DRA-800H Stereo Network Receiver

Product Overview

Overview

The Denon DRA-800H seamlessly integrates Hi-Fi amplification, a network player and advanced AV receiver technologies. Featuring advanced custom amplifier design, the DRA-800H ensures your loudspeakers drive detailed, precise imaging through the dedicated circuitry. With five 4K Ultra HD HDMI inputs and the latest wireless music streaming technologies (Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth and HEOS Built-in), the DRA-800H integrates seamlessly with your TV, game consoles, turntable, CD Player, wireless music and Hi-Fi systems.

Enjoy network streaming and USB front-panel audio playback of MP3, WAV, FLAC, ALAC and DSD (2.8/5.6MHz) files. Equipped with A/B speaker terminals (supports bi-wiring), dual subwoofer pre-outs, three digital and two analog inputs, one phono (MM) input and ARC for TV audio, the DRA-800H delivers a premium stereo listening experience for your music

Features

Stereo network receiver with 100W per channel: Enjoy Denon Hi-Fi sound seamlessly integrated with the latest receiver technology

Expert sound engineering: Carefully selected Hi-Fi parts, dedicated circuitry with short, straight paths between power supply, signal and amplification to deliver a premium audio experience

Denon Hi-Fi amplifier: Discrete amplification for left and right channels — feel the power and hear every detail as intended with 100W power per channel (8 ohms, 20Hz-20kHz, THD: 0.08%, 2ch driven)

Integrated Phono Input: For nearly 50 years, Denon has been developing and manufacturing turntables and cartridges. The Denon designed phono input allows you to easily connect your turntable to the receiver and enjoy your vinyl collection.

Hi-Res audio certified: Network and front panel USB allows for gapless playback of high-resolution audio including 192kHz/24bit FLAC, WAV, ALAC and DSD 2.8/5.6MHz

Internet Radio and music streaming: Enjoy Spotify, Pandora, TuneIn, Deezer and many others — via Bluetooth, AirPlay 2 or Wi-Fi with the HEOS app (service availability varies by region)

HEOS Built-in music streaming technology: Wireless multi-room music streaming technology with supported components: listen from any room for a connected, whole-home audio experience

Effortless voice control: Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Siri and Josh.ai for hands-free control and wireless music services

Direct access tone control and Pure Direct mode: Fine-tune your treble, bass and balance audio settings or go for pristine listening

Premium DAC: Hear the fine details of your music with the 32-bit 8ch AKM DAC — operates in double differential mode to deliver high-resolution audio decoding with multiple lossless files

4K Ultra HD 60Hz video: Five HDMI inputs with full support for HDCP 2.3, HDR10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), 4:4:4 color resolution and BT.2020 and one HDMI output with ARC support provides the greatest video quality with exceptional brightness, contrast and color

Award-winning Denon Setup Assistant and graphical user interface: Easy and intuitive out-of-box setup experience

Smart TV compatibility: Easily control the DRA-800H with most TV remotes via HDMI-CEC

Analog and digital audio inputs: No limitations connecting all your music sources

Speaker A/B and Zone 2 pre-out: Connect two pairs of speakers for easy A/B switching, or extend your system to a second room and listen to a different source in Zone 2 via pre-outs

Four Quick Select Buttons: Featured on the front panel — store your preferred audio settings for each source

High-Performance Discrete 2-Channel Amplifier

The DRA-800H stereo network receiver amplifier is specifically designed to meet the needs of your two-channel system. Featuring a custom discrete high-current power amplifier, symmetrical design and an OFC (oxygen-free copper) winding power transformer, the DRA-800H delivers maximum performance and 100W of power per channel (8ohms, 20Hz-20kHz, THD: .08%, 2ch driven). With low impedance drive capability, it offers greater stability with a wide range of floor-standing and bookshelf loudspeakers for balanced, quality sound, every time. Optional auto ECO mode helps reduce power consumption, without sacrificing audio quality.

Expert Sound Engineering

Denon sound engineers use carefully selected Hi-Fi parts, including custom resistors and audio grade capacitors, to tune the stereo receiver. Using the design principles found in Denon award-winning amplifiers, the DRA-800H features a symmetrical layout, double differential DAC circuit and analog preamp circuits that don’t interfere with the power supply. The dedicated circuitry with its short, straight paths between the power supply, signal and amplification ensure your loudspeakers drive detailed and precise imaging.

High-Resolution Audio

Enjoy superb audio fidelity with your favorite high-resolution audio tracks. The DRA-800H with AKM 32-bit D/A converters features high-resolution audio decoding with multiple lossless file types, including ALAC, FLAC and WAV at up to 24-bit/196-kHz. It’s also compatible with 2.8/5.6-MHz DSD files (DSD is the audio coding format of SACD). Play them from memory devices via the front panel USB or over network sources. The DRA-800H also supports other file types such as MP3 and WMA.

Speaker A/B And Zone 2 Pre-Out

Connect two pairs of speakers for easy A/B switching. Or, extend your system to a second room and listen to a different source in Zone 2 via pre-outs.

Integrated Phono Input

For nearly 50 years, Denon has been developing and manufacturing turntables and cartridges. The Denon designed phono input allows you to easily connect your turntable to the receiver and enjoy your vinyl collection.

Dual DAC Differential Circuit

The DRA-800H utilizes an eight-channel premium DAC to deliver amazing stereo imaging and detail. By assigning two DAC’s per channel including the subwoofer output, hear increased dynamic range and improved signal to noise (s/n).

Advanced HDMI Video Section

Enjoy your favorite movies, shows and games with the best picture quality available.

Advanced HDMI Video Section With ARC

The DRA-800H features 5 HDMI inputs and 1 output — that support full 4K Ultra HD 60Hz video, 4:4:4 Pure Color sub sampling, High Dynamic Range (HDR10), Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), and BT.2020 pass-through support for exceptional color, clarity and contrast. HDCP 2.3 processing is available on all HDMI ports. Audio Return Channel (ARC) support enables the transmission of audio directly from the smart TV to the receiver through the connected HDMI cable.

Advanced Video Controls

HDCP 2.3 processing is available on all HDMI ports, letting you enjoy copy-protected content totally uninhibited. Enjoy seamless compatibility with the latest HD and Ultra HD TVs, Blu-ray players and game consoles.

Easy Setup Experience

The included DRA-800H Quick Start Guide provides simple, clear instructions for how to get started. Once you connect your TV to the DRA-800H via HDMI, the exclusive Denon Setup Assistant appears on your TV screen to walk you through setup, step-by-step.

Built-In Bluetooth And Wi-Fi Connectivity

The heart of your wireless network. For Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and AirPlay 2 wireless streaming connectivity, the Denon DRA-800H is equipped with an advanced dual antenna transceiver system for robust streaming even in congested urban environments. Enjoy listening to your favorite audio content wirelessly from your smart devices.

With HEOS Built-in technology, play the same song in every room or select a different song for each connected room — the choice is yours. HEOS works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, providing effortless voice control.

HEOS supports free and premium Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, TuneIn, iHeart Radio, Sound Cloud, SiriusXM, Tidal and more.

You’re In Control

Better control in your back pocket. The free Denon AVR Remote app for iOS and Android makes using the DRA-800H even easier — adjust volume, turn it on or off, mute the music, select a source or switch to HEOS. Download the Denon AVR Remote app and the HEOS app to your smartphone today. Available for both iOS and Android.

Use Amazon Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant to control your music.

Smart TV Connectivity

Control the Denon DRA-800H with your TV remote via the HDMI CEC functionality associated with your TV. The Smart Menu home screen provides you quick access to source and surround mode selections, the AV receiver setup menu and four Quick Selects.

Auto Low Latency Mode

Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) ensures Xbox One users have a more responsive and immersive gaming experience when connected with select TV models that also support ALLM.

Quick Selects For User-Friendly Audio Tuning

The Denon DRA-800H front panel features four Quick Select buttons that store your preferred audio settings for each source. Switch between TV audio, Blu-ray, media players and more, and the DRA-800H adjusts the EQ settings to your preferences for that media source. Use the buttons on the front panel or opt for the same Quick Select on the AV receiver remote for faster control. Now allows for one-push all zone stereo mode via Quick Select.

Works With Latest Voice Assistants

Enjoy effortless voice control and total flexibility from the leading voice services. Using a smart speaker or your phone, speak commands with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Siri and high-end smart home automation, Josh.ai. Ask to play your favorite music, turn the volume up, skip to the next track, switch inputs and more. Switch between voice services or pick a favorite to use — the choice is yours. Functionality varies by voice agent.

Works With Amazon Alexa

Control the DRA-800H hands-free with Amazon Alexa and your voice. Adjust the volume, skip to the next track, switch inputs for your different media players and more — “Just Ask.” Download the free HEOS Home Entertainment Skill to enable Amazon Alexa voice commands for your DRA-800H, HEOS devices and other select Denon products. Requires Alexa app and Amazon Echo, Dot or equivalent.

Works With Google Assistant

Start music in the HEOS app, then ask your Google Assistant to control volume, play, pause, skip tracks and more.

Airplay 2 + Apple Siri Voice Control

Use AirPlay 2 to stream music wirelessly to the AV receiver, or group with other AirPlay compatible speakers to fill your home with music.

Stream audio from your favorite music services like Apple Music and Spotify or watch videos from services like YouTube and Netflix from any iPhone, iPad, Mac or Apple TV and hear the audio perfectly synced to your speakers AirPlay 2 sources.

AirPlay 2 also supports multi-room audio – wirelessly stream content to multiple AirPlay 2 compatible devices simultaneously with improved audio buffering to ensure smooth audio playback. AirPlay 2 provides control and grouping of compatible audio devices within the Apple Music or Home app. Use AirPlay 2 in-app or with your voice via Siri.

Josh.Ai Smart Home Voice Automation

An elevated voice agent for the high-end smart home, Josh.ai offers flexible voice control for nearly any aspect of your day-to-day experience and entertainment environment. Use voice commands to control the thermostat, lights, home appliances, speakers, AVR and more. Josh.ai is installed by custom integrators and accessed through an app on your phone or tablet. Works with iOS and Android devices.

HEOS Built-In For Wireless Music Streaming

Stream your favorite music from anywhere and everywhere around your home with HEOS Built-in technology. Enjoy high quality music from a wide range of streaming services including Spotify®, TuneIn, Pandora®, Amazon Prime Music, iHeartRadio, SiriusXM, Soundcloud®, Tidal, Napster, Deezer or local music sources. Control it all seamlessly with the free HEOS app.

Play Your Music Anywhere With HEOS Speakers

With the HEOS multi-room function, the Denon DRA-800H can connect with any other product with HEOS Built-in to play music throughout your entire home. Play the same song in every room or select a different song for each connected room — the choice is yours.

HEOS 1

Ideal for damp environments or outdoors.

HEOS 3

The perfect choice for medium sized rooms.

HEOS 5

Bring beautiful sound into larger rooms.

HEOS 7

Get the party going in wider spaces and open areas.

Custom Install Ready

The Denon DRA-800H features external control and IP control capabilities for easy customization and compatibility with third-party integration solutions. It offers IP control capability for major third-party control devices, as well as Control4 SDPP (Simple Device Detection Protocol) certification for seamless integration with Control4 home automation equipment. An IR (infrared) remote control jack is on the rear panel for remote control compatibility with other components in your home theater system, and remote monitoring capability is now supported for troubleshooting.

100+ Years of Firsts in Audio Technology

Founded in 1910, Denon has a deep heritage of “firsts” in audio technology — from Japan’s first audio electronics manufacturer, to producing the world’s first commercial CD player and Dolby Atmos-enabled AV receiver. This focused investment in audio R&D ensures you get the latest technology and highest quality with every listening experience.