Denon AVC-X6800H – 11.4-Channel 8K AV Amplifier with HEOS® Built-in
The Denon AVC-X6800H is a premium 11.4-channel network AV amplifier designed and manufactured in Japan for advanced home cinema systems. It delivers 140W per channel into 8Ω, supports up to 13.4-channel processing with external amplification, provides four independent subwoofer outputs, and supports Dolby Atmos®, DTS:X Pro®, Auro-3D® and IMAX Enhanced. Seven 8K-capable HDMI inputs, HEOS® Built-in, Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and optional Dirac Live upgrades make it suitable for high-performance movie, music and gaming systems.
Key Features
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11-Channel Discrete Amplification: Eleven onboard power amplifiers drive complex immersive speaker layouts directly.
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140W per Channel: Rated at 140W into 8Ω from 20Hz–20kHz with 0.05% THD and two channels driven.
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Up to 13.4-Channel Processing: Supports larger speaker layouts when compatible external power amplification is added.
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Four Independent Subwoofer Outputs: Allows individual calibration and optimisation of up to four powered subwoofers.
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Advanced 3D Audio: Supports Dolby Atmos®, DTS:X®, DTS:X Pro®, Auro-3D® and IMAX Enhanced.
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Audyssey MultEQ XT32: Built-in room calibration with Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume, LFC and Sub EQ HT.
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Dirac Live Upgrade Ready: Optional Dirac Live room correction and compatible Bass Control upgrades can be added with separately purchased licences.
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7 × 8K HDMI Inputs: All seven rear HDMI inputs support advanced 8K connectivity.
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8K/60Hz & 4K/120Hz: Supports high-resolution video and high-frame-rate gaming from compatible sources.
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HDR Support: Compatible with HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG and Dynamic HDR.
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Gaming Features: VRR, ALLM and QFT provide support for compatible next-generation gaming systems.
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HEOS® Built-in: Provides network music streaming and wireless multi-room integration.
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AirPlay 2 & Bluetooth: Supports convenient wireless playback from compatible devices.
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High-Resolution Audio: Supports FLAC, WAV and ALAC up to 192kHz/24-bit plus DSD up to 5.6MHz.
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MM Phono Input: Allows direct connection of a turntable fitted with a Moving Magnet cartridge.
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Pre-Amplifier Mode: Allows internal amplifier channels to be disconnected when using external power amplifiers.
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Designed & Manufactured in Japan: Premium construction with monolithic amplifier-board architecture and high-quality components.
Amplifier Specifications
| Product Type |
Integrated Network AV Amplifier |
| Amplified Channels |
11 |
| Subwoofer Channels |
4 Independent Outputs |
| Maximum Processing |
Up to 13.4 Channels |
| Amplifier Design |
Discrete High-Current Power Amplification with Monolithic Amplifier Boards |
| Rated Output – 8Ω |
140W + 140W (20Hz–20kHz, 0.05% THD, 2 Channels Driven) |
| Rated Output – 6Ω |
175W + 175W (1kHz, 0.7% THD, 2 Channels Driven) |
| Dynamic Power – 8Ω |
160W × 2 |
| Dynamic Power – 4Ω |
250W × 2 |
| Speaker Impedance |
4Ω – 16Ω |
| Frequency Response |
10Hz – 100kHz (+1 / -3dB, Direct Mode) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio |
102dB (IHF-A, Direct Mode) |
| Analogue THD |
0.005% (20Hz–20kHz, Direct Mode) |
| Pure Direct |
Yes |
| Pre-Amplifier Mode |
Yes |
| Bi-Amp Assignment |
Supported |
| Multi-Zone Amplifier Assignment |
Supported |
Immersive Audio Support
| Dolby Atmos® |
Yes |
| Dolby TrueHD |
Yes |
| Dolby Surround |
Yes |
| Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization |
Yes |
| DTS:X® |
Yes |
| DTS:X Pro® |
Yes |
| DTS-HD Master Audio |
Yes |
| DTS Neural:X |
Yes |
| DTS Virtual:X |
Yes |
| Auro-3D® |
Yes |
| IMAX Enhanced |
Yes |
| Multichannel Stereo |
Yes |
Room Correction & Bass Management
| Audyssey MultEQ XT32 |
Built In |
| Audyssey Dynamic EQ |
Yes |
| Audyssey Dynamic Volume |
Yes |
| Audyssey LFC |
Yes |
| Audyssey Sub EQ HT |
Yes |
| Dirac Live |
Optional Upgrade – Licence Required |
| Dirac Live Bass Control |
Optional Compatible Upgrade – Licence Required |
| Independent Subwoofer Outputs |
4 |
| Individual Subwoofer Level / Delay |
Yes |
| Subwoofer Modes |
LFE / LFE + Main |
| Variable Speaker Crossover |
Yes |
| Bass Sync |
Yes |
HDMI & Video Specifications
| HDMI Inputs |
7 Rear Inputs |
| 8K-Capable HDMI Inputs |
All 7 |
| HDMI Outputs |
3 |
| 8K-Capable HDMI Outputs |
2 |
| eARC / ARC |
Yes |
| 8K Video |
Up to 8K / 60Hz |
| 4K High Frame Rate |
Up to 4K / 120Hz |
| 8K Pass-Through |
Yes |
| 8K Upscaling |
Yes – 1080p / 4K to 8K |
| HDCP |
HDCP 2.3 |
| HDR10 |
Yes |
| HDR10+ |
Yes |
| Dolby Vision |
Yes |
| HLG |
Yes |
| Dynamic HDR |
Yes |
| VRR |
Yes |
| ALLM |
Yes |
| QFT |
Yes |
| 3D Video Pass-Through |
Yes |
| Auto Lip Sync |
Yes |
| HDMI CEC |
Yes |
Audio Connectivity
| Analogue Audio Inputs |
Multiple Stereo RCA Inputs |
| Phono Input |
MM |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
2 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
2 |
| Multichannel Pre-Out |
13.4 Channels |
| Independent Subwoofer Pre-Outs |
4 |
| USB Input |
Front USB-A |
| Headphone Output |
Yes |
| Speaker Outputs |
Assignable Screw-Type Binding Posts |
Network & Streaming
| HEOS® Built-in |
Yes |
| Wi-Fi |
Yes |
| Ethernet |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| Bluetooth Headphone Transmission |
Yes |
| AirPlay 2 |
Yes |
| Spotify Connect |
Yes |
| Internet Radio |
Yes |
| Media Server / NAS Playback |
Yes |
| HEOS App Control |
Yes |
| Denon AVR Remote App |
Yes |
High-Resolution Audio
| FLAC |
Up to 192kHz / 24-bit |
| WAV |
Up to 192kHz / 24-bit |
| ALAC |
Up to 192kHz / 24-bit |
| DSD |
2.8MHz / 5.6MHz |
| MP3 / WMA / AAC |
Supported |
Multi-Zone & Custom Installation
| Zone 2 |
Yes |
| Zone 3 |
Yes |
| Assignable Zone Amplification |
Yes |
| Zone Pre-Out |
Yes |
| IP Control |
Yes |
| Web Control |
Yes |
| RS-232C |
Yes |
| 12V Trigger Output |
Yes |
| Remote Control In / Out |
Supported |
| Setup Assistant |
Yes |
| Quick Select Plus |
Yes |
| ECO Mode |
Yes |
General Specifications
| Manufacturing |
Designed and Manufactured in Japan |
| Power Supply |
AC 230V, 50/60Hz |
| Power Consumption |
750W |
| Standby Power Consumption |
Approximately 0.1W |
| Dimensions – Antennas Horizontal (W × D × H) |
434 × 389 × 167mm |
| Dimensions – Antennas Vertical (W × D × H) |
434 × 389 × 236mm |
| Weight |
15.6kg |
| Finish Options |
Black / Premium Silver – Region Dependent |
System Integration
The AVC-X6800H is designed for premium home cinema installations requiring up to eleven channels of onboard amplification and larger configurations using external amplifiers. Four independently managed subwoofer outputs allow sophisticated bass layouts, while 13.4-channel processing provides flexibility for additional height, wide or surround channels. Its HDMI, analogue, digital, phono, network and multi-zone connectivity allow it to operate as the central hub of a complete movie, music and gaming system.