Denon HEOS Amplifier HS2 – 2-Channel Wireless Stereo Amplifier with HEOS®
The Denon HEOS Amplifier HS2, also known as the HEOS Amp HS2, is a compact network stereo amplifier designed to add HEOS® wireless multi-room streaming to a pair of passive loudspeakers. Delivering 100W + 100W into 6Ω or 70W + 70W into 8Ω, it combines powerful Class-D amplification with dual-band Wi-Fi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, USB, analogue and optical digital connectivity. High-resolution audio support, Dolby Digital/Dolby Digital+ decoding and a dedicated subwoofer output make it suitable for both standalone stereo systems and HEOS multi-room installations.
Key Features
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2-Channel Stereo Amplifier: Powers a pair of conventional passive loudspeakers without requiring a separate power amplifier.
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100W + 100W into 6Ω: Delivers up to 100 watts per channel at 6Ω under Denon's specified test conditions.
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70W + 70W into 8Ω: Delivers 70 watts per channel from 20Hz–20kHz at 0.05% THD into 8Ω.
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HEOS® Built-in: Adds HEOS network streaming and wireless multi-room functionality to passive speakers.
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High-Resolution Audio: Supports WAV, FLAC and ALAC files up to 192kHz/24-bit.
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DSD Playback: Supports compatible DSD 2.8MHz and 5.6MHz music files.
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Dual-Band Wi-Fi: Supports both 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless networks.
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Ethernet Connectivity: Provides wired network operation through an RJ-45 Ethernet connection.
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Bluetooth: Enables direct wireless music playback from compatible Bluetooth devices.
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Optical Digital Input: Allows compatible digital audio sources such as televisions and media players to connect directly.
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Analogue AUX Input: Provides connection for compatible line-level analogue audio sources.
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USB Playback: Supports music playback from compatible USB storage devices.
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Subwoofer Output: Allows a powered subwoofer to be added to create a 2.1-channel speaker system.
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Dolby Digital: Supports Dolby Digital decoding from compatible digital sources.
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Dolby Digital Plus: Supports compatible Dolby Digital Plus audio signals.
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HEOS App Control: Music selection, volume, playback and multi-room functions can be controlled through the HEOS app.
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Multi-Room Ready: Can be grouped with compatible HEOS and HEOS Built-in products for synchronized whole-home audio.
Amplifier Specifications
| Product Type |
Network Stereo Integrated Amplifier |
| Channels |
2 |
| Amplifier Configuration |
Stereo |
| Rated Output – 6Ω |
100W + 100W (1kHz, 0.7% THD) |
| Rated Output – 8Ω |
70W + 70W (20Hz–20kHz, 0.05% THD) |
| Speaker Impedance |
4Ω – 16Ω |
| Amplifier Technology |
Class-D |
| Speaker Outputs |
1 × Stereo Pair |
| Subwoofer Output |
Yes |
| Stereo Operation |
Yes |
| Single-Zone Amplifier |
Yes |
Audio Performance
| Frequency Response |
10Hz – 40kHz (+1 / -3dB) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio |
86dB (10W, 6Ω, IHF-A, Analogue Input) |
| THD+N – Analogue Input |
0.5% at 1kHz |
| High-Resolution Audio |
Yes |
| Maximum PCM Resolution |
Up to 192kHz / 24-bit |
| DSD |
2.8MHz / 5.6MHz |
Supported Audio Formats
| WAV |
Up to 192kHz / 24-bit |
| FLAC |
Up to 192kHz / 24-bit |
| ALAC |
Up to 192kHz / 24-bit |
| DSD |
2.8MHz / 5.6MHz |
| MP3 |
Supported |
| AAC |
Supported |
| WMA |
Supported |
| Dolby Digital |
Supported |
| Dolby Digital Plus |
Supported |
Network & Wireless Connectivity
| HEOS® |
Yes |
| Wi-Fi |
Yes – Dual Band |
| Wireless Network Standards |
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Wi-Fi Frequency Bands |
2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| Ethernet |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| Network Music Playback |
Yes |
| Multi-Room Audio |
Yes – HEOS |
| HEOS App Control |
Yes |
Inputs & Outputs
| Analogue Audio Input |
Yes – Stereo AUX / Line-Level Input |
| Optical Digital Input |
Yes |
| USB Input |
Yes |
| Ethernet Port |
Yes – RJ-45 |
| Speaker Outputs |
Stereo Speaker Terminals |
| Subwoofer Pre-Out |
Yes |
| Headphone Output |
No |
| HDMI |
No |
| Phono Input |
No |
Streaming & Multi-Room
| HEOS Multi-Room |
Yes |
| Internet Radio |
Supported via HEOS |
| Network Music Libraries |
Supported |
| NAS Playback |
Supported |
| USB Music Playback |
Supported |
| Bluetooth Streaming |
Supported |
| Multi-Room Grouping |
Supported with Compatible HEOS Products |
| Single-Zone Operation |
Yes |
Speaker System Integration
| Passive Speaker Support |
Yes |
| Supported Speaker Impedance |
4Ω – 16Ω |
| Maximum Speaker Configuration |
2-Channel Stereo |
| Powered Subwoofer Support |
Yes – Subwoofer Output |
| 2.1-Channel System |
Supported |
| HEOS Multi-Room Integration |
Yes |
Controls
| Volume Up / Down |
Yes |
| Mute |
Yes |
| Status Indicator |
Multi-Colour LED |
| Network Connect Button |
Yes – Rear Panel |
| Bluetooth Connect Button |
Yes – Rear Panel |
| HEOS App |
Supported |
General Specifications
| Brand |
Denon |
| Model |
HEOS Amplifier HS2 / HEOS Amp HS2 |
| Product Generation |
HS2 |
| Channels |
2 |
| Power Consumption |
60W |
| Quick Start Power – Wi-Fi |
4.1W |
| Quick Start Power – Ethernet |
3.5W |
| Quick Start Power – USB |
4.2W |
| Quick Start Power – Bluetooth |
3.8W |
| Deep Standby Consumption |
0.3W |
| Operating Temperature |
5°C – 35°C |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) |
Approximately 222 × 93 × 214mm |
| Weight |
2.8kg |
| Finish |
Silver / Black with Silver Accents – Market Dependent |
System Integration
The Denon HEOS Amplifier HS2 is designed to convert a conventional pair of passive speakers into a network-connected HEOS audio system. Connect the speakers directly to the amplifier, then access music through Wi-Fi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, USB, analogue or optical digital sources. A powered subwoofer can also be connected through the dedicated subwoofer output for a 2.1-channel system. Multiple compatible HEOS products can be grouped through the HEOS app for synchronized multi-room playback.