Denon DHT-S316 – Home Theater Soundbar System with Wireless Subwoofer
The Denon DHT-S316 is a compact home theater soundbar system designed to deliver clearer, more dynamic TV, movie and music sound without the complexity of a traditional multi-speaker setup. Its two-way soundbar combines dual midrange drivers and dedicated tweeters, while the included wireless subwoofer adds deep, impactful bass. Dolby Digital and DTS decoding, Denon Virtual Surround, Dialog Enhancer, HDMI ARC, optical and analogue inputs, and Bluetooth streaming make the DHT-S316 a straightforward upgrade for everyday home entertainment.
Key Features
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Two-Way Soundbar: Uses dedicated midrange drivers and tweeters to reproduce clear dialogue, detailed highs and dynamic movie and music sound.
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Wireless Subwoofer Included: Adds deep low-frequency impact for movies, television and music without requiring an audio cable between the soundbar and subwoofer.
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Dolby Digital Decoding: Supports compatible Dolby Digital soundtracks from televisions and connected entertainment sources.
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DTS Digital Surround: Decodes compatible DTS soundtracks for enhanced home theater playback.
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Denon Virtual Surround: Uses psychoacoustic processing to simulate a wider multichannel surround experience from the compact soundbar system.
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Denon Dialog Enhancer: Improves speech intelligibility so dialogue can be made clearer without simply increasing the overall system volume.
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HDMI ARC: Connects to a compatible television using a single HDMI cable and receives TV audio through Audio Return Channel.
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HDMI CEC: Allows compatible television remote controls to operate key soundbar functions.
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Optical Digital Input: Provides an alternative digital connection for televisions without HDMI ARC.
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3.5mm AUX Input: Allows compatible analogue audio sources to connect directly to the soundbar.
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Bluetooth: Enables direct wireless music playback from compatible smartphones, tablets and computers.
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Movie Mode: Optimises playback for films and television entertainment.
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Music Mode: Provides sound processing suited to music playback.
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Night Mode: Helps maintain clarity during low-volume listening while reducing large volume differences.
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Low-Profile Design: At only 55mm high, the soundbar can sit beneath many televisions without obstructing the screen or IR receiver.
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Wall Mountable: Keyhole-style mounting points allow the soundbar to be installed beneath a wall-mounted television.
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Simple Setup: Supplied HDMI and optical cables provide convenient connection options for compatible televisions.
Acoustic System
| Product Type |
Powered Home Theater Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer |
| Soundbar Design |
Two-Way |
| Midrange Drivers |
2 |
| Tweeters |
2 |
| Subwoofer |
Dedicated Wireless Powered Subwoofer |
| Virtual Surround |
Denon Virtual Surround |
| External AV Receiver Required |
No |
| External Amplifier Required |
No |
Supported Audio Formats
| Linear PCM |
Yes |
| Dolby Digital |
Yes |
| DTS Digital Surround |
Yes |
| Supported Sampling Frequencies |
32kHz / 44.1kHz / 48kHz |
| Dolby Atmos |
No |
| DTS:X |
No |
| Dolby TrueHD |
No |
Sound Modes & Enhancement
| Movie Mode |
Yes |
| Music Mode |
Yes |
| Night Listening Mode |
Yes |
| Denon Dialog Enhancer |
Yes |
| Virtual Surround |
Yes |
| Subwoofer Level Adjustment |
Yes |
| Mute |
Yes |
| Volume Limiter |
Yes |
HDMI & TV Connectivity
| HDMI |
Yes |
| HDMI Function |
ARC |
| HDMI ARC |
Yes |
| HDMI CEC |
Yes |
| eARC |
No |
| Optical Digital Input |
Yes |
| Coaxial Digital Input |
No |
| Analogue Input |
1 × 3.5mm Mini Jack |
| Single-Cable TV Audio |
Yes – With Compatible HDMI ARC Television |
Bluetooth Connectivity
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| Bluetooth Version |
4.2 |
| Bluetooth Profiles |
A2DP 1.3 / AVRCP 1.6 |
| Bluetooth Codec |
SBC |
| aptX |
No |
| Bluetooth Transmission Class |
Power Class 2 |
| Bluetooth Frequency Band |
2.4GHz |
| Maximum Communication Range |
Approximately 10m Line of Sight |
| Bluetooth Audio Frequency Range |
20Hz – 20kHz |
| Wireless Music Streaming |
Yes |
Network & Streaming
| Wi-Fi |
No |
| Ethernet |
No |
| HEOS® Built-in |
No |
| AirPlay 2 |
No |
| Network Music Streaming |
No |
| Wireless Music Source |
Bluetooth |
Wireless Subwoofer
| Subwoofer Included |
Yes |
| Subwoofer Type |
Powered Wireless Subwoofer |
| Wireless Connection to Soundbar |
Yes |
| Subwoofer Level Adjustment |
Yes |
| Maximum Recommended Placement Distance |
Approximately 9m from Soundbar |
| Subwoofer Dimensions (W × H × D) |
170 × 312 × 340mm |
| Subwoofer Weight |
5.2kg |
Control & Convenience
| Remote Control |
Included |
| Soundbar Control Buttons |
Yes |
| TV Remote Control via HDMI CEC |
Supported with Compatible TVs |
| Automatic Power Off |
Yes |
| Bluetooth Standby |
Yes |
| Wall Mounting |
Yes – Keyhole Style |
| Tabletop Installation |
Yes |
Soundbar General Specifications
| Brand |
Denon |
| Model |
DHT-S316 |
| Colour |
Black |
| Power Supply |
AC 230V, 50/60Hz – European Specification |
| Power Consumption |
40W |
| Standby Power Consumption |
0.3W |
| Bluetooth Standby Consumption |
1.6W |
| Operating Temperature |
5°C – 35°C |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) |
900 × 55 × 82mm |
| Soundbar Weight |
1.8kg |
| Subwoofer Dimensions (W × H × D) |
170 × 312 × 340mm |
| Subwoofer Weight |
5.2kg |
What's in the Box
| Soundbar |
Denon DHT-S316 × 1 |
| Wireless Subwoofer |
Included |
| Remote Control |
Included |
| Remote Control Battery |
Included |
| HDMI Cable |
Included |
| Optical Cable |
Included |
System Integration
The Denon DHT-S316 provides a simple soundbar-and-subwoofer solution for improving television audio without requiring an AV receiver or separate passive speakers. A compatible television can connect through HDMI ARC for audio and CEC control, while the optical input provides an alternative digital connection and the 3.5mm AUX input accommodates analogue sources. Bluetooth allows direct wireless music streaming, and the included wireless subwoofer provides dedicated bass reproduction for movies, television and music.