Denon AVR-X2900H – 7.2-Channel 4K/8K AV Receiver with HEOS™ Built-in
The Denon AVR-X2900H is a 7.2-channel network AV receiver designed for immersive home cinema, high-resolution music streaming and modern gaming systems. It delivers 95W per channel into 8Ω and combines Dolby Atmos®, DTS:X®, advanced room correction, 4K/8K HDMI connectivity and HEOS™ Built-in in a flexible receiver suitable for medium-sized entertainment systems.
Key Features
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7.2-Channel Amplification: Seven discrete amplifier channels support conventional surround and immersive height-channel speaker configurations.
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95W per Channel: Provides 95W per channel into 8Ω for powerful multichannel playback.
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Dolby Atmos®: Supports immersive object-based audio with compatible speaker layouts.
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DTS:X®: Provides multidimensional surround sound for compatible movies, games and music.
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Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization: Creates a virtual height effect when dedicated height speakers are not installed.
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8K/60Hz & 4K/120Hz: Supports high-resolution video and high-frame-rate gaming from compatible source devices.
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Advanced Gaming: Supports VRR, ALLM and high-frame-rate video for smoother and more responsive gaming.
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HDR Support: Compatible with HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG and Dynamic HDR.
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eARC: Allows compatible high-resolution multichannel audio to return from a television through HDMI.
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HEOS™ Built-in: Provides network music streaming and multi-room playback with compatible HEOS products.
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Wi-Fi, Bluetooth & AirPlay 2: Enables convenient wireless music playback from compatible devices.
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MM Phono Input: Allows direct connection of a turntable equipped with a Moving Magnet cartridge.
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Dual Subwoofer Outputs: Supports connection of up to two powered subwoofers.
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Audyssey Room Correction: Automatically measures the speaker system and listening room to optimise playback.
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High-Resolution Audio: Supports compatible lossless and high-resolution music files through network and USB playback.
Amplifier Specifications
| Product Type |
Integrated Network AV Receiver |
| Channels |
7.2 |
| Power Amplifiers |
7 |
| Rated Output – 8Ω |
95W per Channel |
| Amplifier Design |
Discrete High-Current Power Amplification |
| Subwoofer Outputs |
2 |
| Speaker Configurations |
Up to 7.2 / 5.2.2 |
| Bi-Amp Assignment |
Supported |
| Front Speaker B |
Supported |
| Zone 2 Speaker Assignment |
Supported |
| Pure Direct |
Yes |
Immersive Audio
| Dolby Atmos® |
Yes |
| Dolby TrueHD |
Yes |
| Dolby Surround |
Yes |
| Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization |
Yes |
| DTS:X® |
Yes |
| DTS-HD Master Audio |
Yes |
| DTS Neural:X |
Yes |
| DTS Virtual:X |
Yes |
| Multichannel Stereo |
Yes |
Room Correction & Bass Management
| Automatic Room Calibration |
Audyssey |
| Audyssey Dynamic EQ |
Supported |
| Audyssey Dynamic Volume |
Supported |
| Subwoofer Outputs |
2 |
| Speaker Crossover Adjustment |
Yes |
| Speaker Distance / Level Setup |
Automatic & Manual |
HDMI & Video
| Video Support |
4K / 8K |
| Maximum 8K Resolution |
8K / 60Hz |
| Maximum 4K Frame Rate |
4K / 120Hz |
| 8K Pass-Through |
Yes |
| Video Upscaling |
Supported |
| eARC / ARC |
Yes |
| HDCP |
HDCP 2.3 |
| HDR10 |
Yes |
| HDR10+ |
Yes |
| Dolby Vision |
Yes |
| HLG |
Yes |
| Dynamic HDR |
Yes |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) |
Yes |
| Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) |
Yes |
| Quick Frame Transport (QFT) |
Supported |
| HDMI CEC |
Yes |
Audio Connectivity
| Phono Input |
1 × MM |
| Analogue Audio Inputs |
Yes |
| Digital Audio Inputs |
Optical / Coaxial |
| Subwoofer Pre-Outs |
2 |
| USB Input |
Yes |
| Headphone Output |
Yes |
| Speaker Outputs |
Assignable Binding Posts |
Network & Streaming
| HEOS™ Built-in |
Yes |
| Wi-Fi |
Yes |
| Ethernet |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| AirPlay 2 |
Yes |
| Spotify Connect |
Supported |
| Internet Radio |
Supported |
| Network / NAS Playback |
Supported |
| HEOS App Control |
Yes |
| 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 |
| Setup Assistant |
Yes |
| Quick Select |
Yes |
| Network Control |
Supported |
| ECO Mode |
Yes |
| Auto Standby |
Yes |
| Sleep Timer |
Yes |
General Specifications
| Brand |
Denon |
| Model |
AVR-X2900H |
| Channels |
7.2 |
| Rated Power |
95W per Channel |
| Network Platform |
HEOS™ Built-in |
| Wireless Connectivity |
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / AirPlay 2 |
| Finish |
Black |
System Integration
The AVR-X2900H can power a traditional 7.2-channel surround system or a 5.2.2 immersive configuration with two height channels. HDMI sources, a television, MM turntable, digital audio equipment, network streaming services and HEOS-compatible products can be integrated into the same system, while Zone 2 assignment provides additional flexibility for a second listening area.
