Denon AVR-S980H – 7.2-Channel 8K AV Receiver with HEOS® Built-in
The Denon AVR-S980H is a 7.2-channel network AV receiver designed for immersive home cinema, gaming and wireless music streaming. It delivers 90W per channel into 8Ω and supports Dolby Atmos®, DTS:X®, 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video, HEOS® Built-in, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth and Audyssey MultEQ room correction. With six HDMI inputs, including three 8K-capable connections, it provides a flexible centrepiece for modern TV, movie and gaming systems.
Key Features
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7.2-Channel Discrete Amplification: Seven onboard power-amplifier channels support conventional surround and immersive height-channel speaker configurations.
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90W per Channel: Rated at 90W into 8Ω from 20Hz–20kHz with 0.08% THD.
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Dolby Atmos®: Supports immersive object-based audio and compatible 5.2.2 height-channel speaker layouts.
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DTS:X®: Provides multidimensional surround reproduction for compatible movies, music and games.
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Speaker Virtualization: Dolby and DTS processing can create a more immersive presentation when dedicated height speakers are not installed.
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6 HDMI Inputs: Provides extensive connectivity for game consoles, Blu-ray players, streaming devices and other HDMI sources.
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3 × 8K HDMI Inputs: HDMI inputs 4, 5 and 6 support up to 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video.
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Dual HDMI Outputs: Allows the same video source to be displayed simultaneously on two compatible displays.
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8K Upscaling: Can upscale compatible 1080p and 4K HDMI video to 8K resolution.
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HDR Support: Supports Dolby Vision and other compatible HDR video formats for enhanced contrast and colour.
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Gaming Features: VRR, ALLM and AMD FreeSync support help provide smoother and more responsive gameplay.
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eARC: Allows compatible high-quality multichannel audio to return from a television through HDMI.
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HEOS® Built-in: Provides network music streaming and wireless multi-room playback with compatible HEOS products.
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Wi-Fi & Bluetooth: Supports wireless streaming from compatible smartphones, tablets and computers.
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AirPlay 2: Enables wireless playback and multi-room audio from compatible Apple devices.
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Audyssey MultEQ: Automatically calibrates speaker levels, distances and room response for the listening area.
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MM Phono Input: Allows direct connection of a turntable equipped with a Moving Magnet cartridge.
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High-Resolution Audio: Supports compatible high-resolution music through network and USB playback.
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Zone 2: Assignable amplifier channels allow audio playback in a second listening area.
Amplifier Specifications
| Product Type |
Integrated Network AV Receiver |
| Channels |
7.2 |
| Power Amplifiers |
7 |
| Rated Output – 8Ω |
90W + 90W (20Hz–20kHz, 0.08% THD) |
| Rated Output – 6Ω |
125W + 125W (1kHz, 0.7% THD) |
| Amplifier Design |
Discrete High-Current Power Amplification |
| Speaker Impedance |
4Ω / 6Ω / 8Ω Selectable |
| Frequency Response |
10Hz – 100kHz (+1 / -3dB, Direct Mode) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio |
100dB (IHF-A, Direct Mode) |
| Analogue Distortion |
0.008% (20Hz–20kHz, Direct Mode) |
| Subwoofer Outputs |
2 |
| Bi-Amp Assignment |
Supported |
| Zone 2 Speaker Assignment |
Supported |
| Pure Direct |
Yes |
Immersive Audio
| Dolby Atmos® |
Yes |
| Dolby TrueHD |
Yes |
| Dolby Digital Plus |
Yes |
| Dolby Surround |
Yes |
| DTS:X® |
Yes |
| DTS-HD Master Audio |
Yes |
| DTS Neural:X |
Yes |
| DTS Virtual:X |
Yes |
| Maximum Immersive Configuration |
5.2.2 |
Room Correction & Speaker Setup
| Room Correction |
Audyssey MultEQ |
| Automatic Speaker Calibration |
Yes |
| Speaker Level Adjustment |
Automatic / Manual |
| Speaker Distance Adjustment |
Automatic / Manual |
| Variable Crossover |
Yes |
| Speaker Preset |
Supported |
| Bass Management |
Yes |
HDMI & Video
| HDMI Inputs |
6 |
| 8K-Capable HDMI Inputs |
3 – HDMI 4 / 5 / 6 |
| HDMI Outputs |
2 |
| Maximum 8K Resolution |
8K / 60Hz |
| Maximum 4K Frame Rate |
4K / 120Hz |
| 8K Pass-Through |
Yes |
| 8K Upscaling |
Yes – Compatible 1080p / 4K Sources |
| eARC / ARC |
Yes |
| HDCP |
HDCP 2.3 |
| Dolby Vision |
Yes |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) |
Yes |
| Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) |
Yes |
| AMD FreeSync |
Yes |
| HDMI CEC |
Yes |
| 3D Video Pass-Through |
Yes |
Audio Connectivity
| Phono Input |
MM |
| Analogue Audio Inputs |
Stereo RCA Inputs |
| Digital Audio Inputs |
Optical / Coaxial |
| Subwoofer Pre-Outs |
2 |
| USB Input |
Front USB-A |
| Headphone Output |
Yes |
| Speaker Outputs |
7 Assignable Channels |
| Turntable Ground Terminal |
Yes |
Network & Streaming
| HEOS® Built-in |
Yes |
| Wi-Fi |
Yes |
| Ethernet |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| Bluetooth Headphone Output |
Supported |
| AirPlay 2 |
Yes |
| Internet Radio |
Yes |
| Network / NAS Playback |
Yes |
| HEOS App |
Supported |
| Denon AVR Remote App |
Supported |
High-Resolution Audio
| FLAC |
High-Resolution Playback Supported |
| WAV |
High-Resolution Playback Supported |
| ALAC |
High-Resolution Playback Supported |
| DSD |
Supported |
| MP3 / WMA / AAC |
Supported |
Multi-Zone & Control
| Zone 2 |
Yes |
| Assignable Zone Amplification |
Yes |
| HEOS Multi-Room |
Yes |
| Setup Assistant |
Yes |
| Quick Select |
Yes |
| Web Control |
Yes |
| ECO Mode |
Yes |
| Auto Standby |
Yes |
| Sleep Timer |
Yes |
General Specifications
| Brand |
Denon |
| Model |
AVR-S980H |
| Channels |
7.2 |
| Rated Power |
90W per Channel into 8Ω |
| Video Support |
Up to 8K / 60Hz and 4K / 120Hz |
| Wireless Connectivity |
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / AirPlay 2 |
| Network Platform |
HEOS® Built-in |
| Weight |
9.5kg |
| Finish |
Black |
System Integration
The AVR-S980H can power a conventional 7.2-channel surround system or a 5.2.2 Dolby Atmos configuration with two height speakers. Its six HDMI inputs accommodate TV, gaming and streaming sources, while HEOS® Built-in, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, network playback, USB and MM phono connectivity allow it to serve as the central hub for both home cinema and music playback.