Denon AVC-A1H – Flagship 15.4-Channel 8K AV Amplifier with HEOS® Built-in
The Denon AVC-A1H is a flagship 15.4-channel integrated network AV amplifier designed for reference-level home cinema installations. Designed and manufactured in Japan, it combines 15 discrete power-amplifier channels, 150W per channel into 8Ω, support for up to a 9.4.6 speaker configuration, four independent subwoofer outputs, advanced 3D audio processing, comprehensive 8K HDMI connectivity and HEOS® Built-in network streaming.
Key Features
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15-Channel Discrete Amplification: Fifteen onboard power amplifiers allow large immersive systems to be driven without requiring external amplification for a standard 15-channel configuration.
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150W per Channel: Delivers 150W into 8Ω from 20Hz–20kHz at 0.05% THD with two channels driven.
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Up to 9.4.6 Configuration: Supports extensive floor-level, height and multi-subwoofer speaker layouts for large dedicated cinema rooms.
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Four Independent Subwoofer Outputs: Provides individual control and optimisation for up to four powered subwoofers.
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Advanced 3D Audio: Supports Dolby Atmos®, DTS:X®, DTS:X Pro®, Auro-3D®, IMAX Enhanced, 360 Reality Audio and MPEG-H Audio.
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AL32 Processing Multichannel: Denon's proprietary processing technology enhances digital waveform reconstruction across multichannel audio.
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32-bit D.D.S.C. HD Digital: High-performance digital audio architecture helps maintain precision throughout the processing stage.
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Dual-Core 1GHz DSP: Provides the processing capability required for advanced surround decoding, room correction and high-channel-count systems.
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Audyssey MultEQ XT32: Built-in room calibration analyses the speakers and listening environment to optimise system performance.
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Dirac Live Upgradeable: Supports optional Dirac Live Room Correction and Dirac Live Bass Control with separately purchased licences.
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7 HDMI Inputs: All seven rear HDMI inputs support 8K video connectivity.
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8K/60Hz & 4K/120Hz: Supports next-generation high-resolution video and high-frame-rate gaming signals.
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Advanced HDR: Compatible with HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG and Dynamic HDR.
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Gaming Support: VRR, ALLM and QFT provide compatibility with modern gaming systems and displays.
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eARC: Allows high-quality multichannel audio to return from a compatible television through HDMI.
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HEOS® Built-in: Provides network music streaming and integration with compatible HEOS multi-room products.
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High-Resolution Audio: Supports FLAC, WAV and ALAC up to 192kHz/24-bit plus DSD at 2.8MHz and 5.6MHz.
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Wireless Streaming: Includes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and AirPlay 2 connectivity.
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MM Phono Input: Allows direct connection of a turntable equipped with a Moving Magnet cartridge.
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Extensive Pre-Out Connectivity: Provides 17.4-channel multichannel pre-outs for integration with external power amplification.
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Premium Japanese Construction: High-rigidity triple-layer chassis, metal front panel, cast-iron feet, gold-plated terminals and carefully selected components minimise vibration and interference.
Amplifier Specifications
| Product Type |
Integrated Network AV Amplifier |
| Channels |
15.4 |
| Number of Power Amplifiers |
15 |
| Maximum Processing Channels |
15.4 |
| Maximum Speaker Configuration |
Up to 9.4.6 |
| Amplifier Design |
Fully Discrete, Monoblock-Style Construction with L/R Separation |
| Power Output – 8Ω |
150W per Channel (20Hz–20kHz, 0.05% THD, 2 Channels Driven) |
| Power Output – 6Ω |
190W per Channel (1kHz, 0.7% THD, 2 Channels Driven) |
| Maximum Output – 6Ω |
210W (1kHz, 10% THD, 1 Channel Driven) |
| Speaker Terminals |
17 Gold-Plated Screw-Type Terminals |
| Speaker A/B |
Assignable |
| Bi-Amp Drive |
Assignable |
| Multi-Room Speaker Assignment |
Supported |
| Digital Audio Architecture |
D.D.S.C. HD Digital – 32-bit |
| Digital Signal Processor |
Dual-Core 1GHz DSP |
| Alpha Processing |
AL32 Processing Multichannel |
| Clock Jitter Reducer |
Yes |
| Pure Direct |
Yes |
Surround & Immersive Audio
| Dolby Atmos® |
Yes |
| Dolby TrueHD |
Yes |
| Dolby Surround |
Yes |
| Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization |
Yes |
| Dolby Atmos Music |
Yes |
| DTS:X® |
Yes |
| DTS:X Pro® |
Yes |
| DTS-HD Master Audio |
Yes |
| DTS Neural:X |
Yes – Up to 15 Channels |
| DTS Virtual:X |
Yes |
| Auro-3D® |
Yes |
| IMAX Enhanced |
Yes |
| 360 Reality Audio |
Yes |
| MPEG-H Audio |
Yes |
| Multichannel Stereo |
Yes |
Room Correction & Bass Management
| Audyssey MultEQ XT32 |
Yes |
| Audyssey Dynamic EQ |
Yes |
| Audyssey Dynamic Volume |
Yes |
| Audyssey LFC |
Yes |
| Dirac Live |
Upgradeable – Optional Licence Required |
| Dirac Live Bass Control |
Upgradeable – Optional Licence Required |
| Independent Subwoofer Outputs |
4 |
| Variable Crossover |
Yes |
| Bass Sync |
Yes |
| Optimised Bass Redirection |
Yes |
| Speaker Presets |
Supported |
HDMI & Video
| HDMI Inputs |
7 Rear Inputs – All 8K Compatible |
| HDMI Outputs |
3 |
| eARC / ARC |
Yes |
| 8K Video |
Up to 8K / 60Hz |
| 4K High Frame Rate |
Up to 4K / 120Hz |
| 8K Pass-Through |
Yes |
| 8K Upscaling |
Yes |
| 8K GUI Overlay |
Yes |
| HDCP |
HDCP 2.3 |
| HDR10 |
Yes |
| HDR10+ |
Yes |
| Dolby Vision |
Yes |
| HLG |
Yes |
| Dynamic HDR |
Yes |
| 3D Pass-Through |
Yes |
| VRR |
Yes |
| ALLM |
Yes |
| QFT |
Yes |
| QMS |
No |
Inputs & Outputs
| Analogue Audio Inputs |
5 Total, Including 1 × Stereo XLR |
| Balanced XLR Input |
1 × Stereo |
| Phono Input |
1 × MM |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
2 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
2 |
| Multichannel Pre-Out |
17.4 Channels |
| Subwoofer Outputs |
4 Independent Outputs |
| Front USB |
Yes |
| Headphone Output |
Yes |
| Gold-Plated RCA Terminals |
Yes |
| Zone 2 HDMI Output |
Yes |
| Multi-Room Analogue Outputs |
2 |
Network & Streaming
| HEOS® Built-in |
Yes |
| Wi-Fi |
Yes |
| Ethernet |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| Bluetooth Headphone Re-Transmission |
Yes |
| AirPlay 2 |
Yes |
| Spotify Connect |
Yes |
| TuneIn Internet Radio |
Yes |
| Media Server / NAS |
Yes |
| Roon Tested |
Yes |
| HEOS App Control |
Yes |
| Denon AVR Remote App |
Supported |
| Voice Control |
Amazon Alexa / Google Assistant / Apple HomePod Compatible |
High-Resolution Audio Support
| FLAC |
Up to 192kHz / 24-bit |
| WAV |
Up to 192kHz / 24-bit |
| ALAC |
Up to 192kHz / 24-bit |
| DSD |
2.8MHz / 5.6MHz |
| MP3 |
Supported |
| WMA |
Supported |
| AAC |
Supported |
Custom Installation & Control
| Multi-Zone Operation |
Supported |
| Zone 2 |
Yes |
| Zone 3 |
Yes |
| IP Control |
Yes |
| Web Control |
Yes |
| RS-232C |
Yes |
| 12V Trigger Outputs |
2 |
| Remote Control In / Out |
Yes |
| Setup Assistant |
Yes |
| Quick Select Plus |
Yes |
| Front Display |
2-Line Fluorescent Display |
| ECO Mode |
Yes |
| Auto Power Off |
Yes |
| Sleep Timer |
Yes |
Construction & General Specifications
| Manufacturing |
Designed and Manufactured in Japan |
| Construction |
High-Rigidity Triple-Layer Chassis |
| Front Panel |
Metal |
| Feet |
Cast-Iron Anti-Vibration Feet |
| Power Consumption |
1100W |
| No-Sound Power Consumption |
ECO On: 80W / ECO Off: 160W |
| Standby Power Consumption |
0.1W |
| CEC Standby Consumption |
0.5W |
| Network Standby Consumption |
Less Than 2W |
| Dimensions – Antenna Horizontal (W × D × H) |
434 × 498 × 195mm |
| Dimensions – Antenna Vertical (W × D × H) |
434 × 498 × 259mm |
| Dimensions – Without Antenna (W × D × H) |
434 × 493 × 195mm |
| Weight |
32.0kg |
| Carton Weight |
38.0kg |
| Remote Control |
RC-1250 |
System Integration
The Denon AVC-A1H is designed for large, high-performance home cinema installations requiring extensive speaker and subwoofer configurations. Its 15 onboard amplifier channels can power systems up to 9.4.6, while the multichannel pre-outs allow external power amplifiers to be incorporated where required. Four independent subwoofer outputs, advanced room correction, flexible amplifier assignment and multi-zone capabilities provide extensive configuration options for dedicated cinema and whole-home entertainment systems.
