AVR-S950H (2019)

7.2 channel Full 4K Ultra HD AV receiver with 185W per channel, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, DTS:X, DTS Virtual:X, new eARC support, HDMI (8 inputs / 2 outputs), Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HEOS built-in wireless multi-room music streaming and voice control compatibility.

Upgrade your home theater with the new Denon AVR-S950H (2019 Model). With 185W per channel, the performance-tuned Denon amplifier delivers an amazing 3D audio experience (supports Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization Technology). Plus, support for latest 4K video technologies including Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG ensures your TV or projector delivers the best possible picture.

The AVR-S950H supports eARC and 4K video upscaling, plus eight HDMI inputs and two outputs with full HDCP 2.3 support on all ports guarantee compatibility with the latest HD and Ultra HD TVs, Blu-ray players and game consoles. The front-panel USB offers convenient audio playback of MP3 and hi-res audio formats (WAV, FLAC, ALAC and DSD 2.8/5.6MHz files). Wirelessly stream popular music services like Spotify, Pandora, Tidal and more via Bluetooth, Apple AirPlay 2 and Wi-Fi with HEOS built-in. Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for effortless voice control.

By visually guiding you through each step in the setup process, the award-winning Denon Setup Assistant ensures a fast, simple onboarding. Because the acoustics of every home theater are different, the AVR-S950H features premium room calibration technology from Audyssey to automatically measure and optimize your AV receiver’s performance, providing a truly immersive 3D audio experience.

Features:

Bluetooth Headphone Transmission:
Connect any pair of Bluetooth Headphones to the receiver and enjoy music or movie sound with pure freedom. With or without speakers turned on.

High-performance discrete 7-channel amplifier:
Delivers maximum performance and 185 watts of power per channel

Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization and DTS Virtual:X:
Enjoy an immersive, three-dimensional audio experience

8 HDMI inputs with full HDCP 2.3 support, 2 outputs:
Connect up to eight of your favorite media devices with full 4K support, 4:4:4 color resolution and BT.2020

The latest picture/video technology available:
4K Ultra HD/60 Hz full-rate pass through, HDR10, Dolby Vision compatibility and Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG)

Award-winning Denon Setup Assistant:
Graphical user interface for an easy and intuitive setup experience

Compatibility with major voice agents:
Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant or Apple Siri for hands-free control of the AVR-S950H and wireless music services.

Includes HEOS built-in:
Wi-Fi music streaming and multi-room audio technology with compatible components

Smart TV compatibility:
Easily control the AVR-S950H with most TV remotes via HDMI-CEC

New eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) support:
Allows for 3D audio transmission directly from the TV to the AV receiver through the connected HDMI cable

Stream the most popular music services:
Spotify, Pandora, TuneIn, Deezer and many others - via Bluetooth, AirPlay 2 or the HEOS app

Front panel USB input:
Convenient audio playback of MP3, WAV, FLAC, ALAC and DSD (2.8/5.6MHz) files

Upgraded sound design with 32bit AKM DAC:
Allows for high-resolution audio decoding with multiple lossless file types to enjoy

Powered Zone 2:
Enjoy your favorite show in your main room and another device in another room

Four Quick Select buttons:
Featured on the front panel, store your preferred audio settings for each source

Audyssey MultEQ and Dynamic EQ/Volume:
Optimize your room acoustics with Audyssey software and included mic and stand

All Zone TV Audio:
Play the audio from your TV to all zones

Bluetooth headphone support:
Listen to your favorite content with via smart devices

HIGH-PERFORMANCE DISCRETE 7-CHANNEL AMPLIFIER
Featuring discrete high-current power amplifiers on all channels, the AVR-S950H delivers maximum performance and 185 watts of power per channel (6 Ohm, 1kHz, 1ch driven, 10% THD). With low impedance driver capability, it offers operational stability with a wide range of speakers for balanced, quality sound. Plus, auto Eco Mode adjusts power output to speakers based on volume level and on-screen eco meter, providing power consumption reduction in real-time.

AMAZING 3D-SOUND
Immerse yourself in multi-dimensional audio with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization and DTS Virtual:X.

SOUND IN THE RIGHT PLACE
Immerse yourself in multi-dimensional audio with Dolby Atmos. Set up Dolby Atmos with a 5.1.2 surround sound speaker system using Dolby Atmos elevation speakers or dedicated overhead speakers, for the ultimate home theater experience. Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization provides immersive audio without height channels, creating virtual height effects in a 5.2, 7.2 or 2.2 speaker arrangement.

BE CLOSER TO THE ACTION
DTS:X immersive audio places sound where it would occur naturally in space, creating a lifelike, multi-dimensional audio experience in the home. The improved immersion and heightened realism draw you into the world of your favorite movies. The included DTS Neural:X gives your movies, games and music a realism unmatched by traditional 5.1 surround sound. DTS Virtual:X provides immersive audio without height channels, creating virtual height effects in a 5.2, 7.2 or 2.2 speaker arrangement.

GEARED UP FOR 4K ULTRA HD
Enjoy your favorite movies, shows and games with the best picture quality available.

THE LATEST HDMI SPECS WITH EARC
HDCP 2.3 processing is available on all HDMI ports, and with two HDMI outputs, connecting a TV and projector in parallel is possible. Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) support enables transmission of 3D audio directly from the TV to the AV receiver through the connected HDMI cable.

ADVANCED VIDEO CONTROLS
The AVR-S950H features eight HDMI inputs and two outputs - including one input on the front panel - that support full 4K Ultra HD, HDR10 (High Dynamic Range), BT.2020, Wide Color Gamut and 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling.

NEXT GENERATION VIDEO FORMATS
Watch movies and shows with 4K Ultra HD 60Hz video, 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling, Dolby Vision, High Dynamic Range (HDR10), Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), 4K video upscaling, eARC and BT.2020 passthrough support for exceptional color, clarity and contrast.

EASY SETUP EXPERIENCE
The included AVR-S950H Quick Start Guide provides simple, clear instructions for how to get started. Once you connect your TV to the AVR-S950H via HDMI, the exclusive Denon Setup Assistant appears on your TV screen to walk you through setup, step by step. The AVR-S950H automatically renames input source per HDMI info, and quick select offers one-push buttons for all zones. Color-coded speaker connections are laid out horizontally, making organizing and connecting speaker wires simple.

SMART TV CONNECTIVITY
Control the Denon AVR-S950H with your Smart TV remote via the HDMI CEC functionality associated with your Smart TV. Simply set "HDMI Control" to ON in your receiver, then set "Smart Menu" to ON and begin controlling the AVR-S950H with your TV remote. The Smart Menu home screen provides you quick access to source and surround mode selections, the AV receiver setup menu and four Smart Selects.

AUDYSSEY AUDIO OPTIMIZATION
Professional home theater audio tuning at your fingertips. The latest Denon audio/video products use the Audyssey suite of EQ software for simple, accurate set-up and calibration. With the supplied measuring microphone, Audyssey measures all the speakers in your home theater, and tunes the AV receiver to provide the smoothest, most optimal overall listening experience for your room. Audyssey Dynamic Volume and Audyssey Dynamic EQ smooth out startling jumps in volume (such as TV commercials), letting you listen at lower levels and still enjoy clear dialogue, music, sound effects and precise tonal tailoring. For the enthusiast, the Audyssey MultEQ Editor app lets you view speaker detection data to check the before-and-after results of the Audyssey calibration, making it easy to optimize individual room acoustics to personal taste.

BUILT-IN BLUETOOTH AND WI-FI CONNECTIVITY
With Bluetooth and Wi-Fi wireless streaming connectivity, the Denon AVR-S950H is equipped with an advanced dual antenna transceiver system for robust streaming even in congested urban environments. Enjoy listening to your favorite audio content wirelessly from your smart devices.

With HEOS built-in technology play the same song in every room or select a different song for each connected room - the choice is yours. HEOS works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, providing effortless voice control.

HEOS supports free and premium Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, TuneIn, iHeart Radio, Sound Cloud, SiriusXM, Tidal and more.

EVERYTHING UNDER CONTROL
Better control in your back pocket. The free Denon AVR Remote app for iOS and Android makes using the AVR-S950H even easier - adjust volume, turn it on or off, mute the music, select a source or switch to the HEOS app for wireless music streaming. Download the Denon AVR Remote app and the HEOS app to your smartphone today. Available for both iOS and Android.

Use Amazon Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant to control your music.

ALL ZONE TV AUDIO
Play the audio from your TV to all zones. Supports both analog and digital audio connections.

QUICK SELECTS FOR USER-FRIENDLY AUDIO TUNING
The Denon AVR-S950H front panel features four Quick Select buttons that store your preferred audio settings for each source. Switch between TV audio, Blu-Ray, media players and more, and the AVR-S950H adjusts the EQ settings to your preferences for that media source. Use the buttons on the front panel or opt for the same Quick Selects on the AV receiver remote for faster control. Now allows for one-push all zone stereo mode via Quick Select.

HIGH RESOLUTION AUDIO
Experience extraordinary musical sound quality.

FRONT USB PORT FOR HIGH-RESOLUTION AUDIO
Discover the incredible fidelity of high-resolution audio tracks with the ability to decode up to 24-bit/192-kHz ALAC, FLAC and WAV lossless files as well as DSD 2.8MHz and 5.6MHz tracks (the audiophile format of SACD) via the front panel USB port and network sources. Or, listen to other popular file types such as MP3. Whether you want to listen to your latest download or soak in the fidelity of audiophile-quality FLAC recordings, you have quick access to your favorite songs.

PHONO INPUT FOR TURNTABLE
For nearly 50 years, Denon has been developing turntables and phono pre-amps. With the included Phono (MM) input, the AVR-S950H lets you connect your turntable. Enjoy your vinyl collection with exceptional quality and sound.

NETWORK ENABLED
Connect the AVR-950H to your network via Ethernet or Wi-Fi. Once connected, stream music wirelessly, get feature updates and remotely control the AV receiver with the Denon AV receiver or HEOS app.

WORKS WITH LATEST VOICE ASSISTANTS
Enjoy effortless voice control and total flexibility from the leading voice services. Using a smart speaker or your phone, speak commands with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Siri and high-end smart home automation, Josh.ai. Ask to play your favorite music, turn the volume up, skip to the next track, switch inputs and more. Switch between voice services or pick a favorite to use - the choice is yours. Functionality varies by voice agent.

WORKS WITH AMAZON ALEXA
Control the AVR-S950H hands-free with Amazon Alexa and your voice. Adjust the volume, skip to the next track, switch inputs for your different media players and more - "Just Ask." Download the free HEOS Home Entertainment Skill to enable Amazon Alexa voice commands for your AVR-S950H. Requires Alexa app and Amazon Echo, Dot or equivalent.

WORKS WITH GOOGLE ASSISTANT
Ask your Google Assistant speaker or phone to stream your favorite songs. Control volume, play, pause, skip tracks and more.

AIRPLAY 2 + APPLE SIRI VOICE CONTROL
Use AirPlay 2 to stream music wirelessly to the AV receiver, or group with other AirPlay compatible speakers to fill your home with music.

Stream audio from your favorite music services like Apple Music and Spotify or watch videos from services like YouTube and Netflix from any iPhone, iPad, Mac or Apple TV and hear the audio perfectly synced to your speakers AirPlay 2 sources.

AirPlay 2 also supports multi-room audio – wirelessly stream content to multiple AirPlay 2 compatible devices simultaneously with improved audio buffering to ensure smooth audio playback. AirPlay 2 provides control and grouping of compatible audio devices within the Apple Music or Home app. Use AirPlay 2 in-app or with your voice via Siri.

JOSH.AI SMART HOME VOICE AUTOMATION
An elevated voice agent for the high-end smart home, Josh.ai offers flexible voice control for nearly any aspect of your day-to-day experience and entertainment environment. Use voice commands to control the thermostat, lights, home appliances, speakers, AVR and more. Josh.ai is installed by custom integrators and accessed through an app on your phone or tablet. Works with iOS and Android devices.

HEOS BUILT-IN:

WIRELESS MUSIC STREAMING
Stream your favorite music from anywhere and everywhere around your home with HEOS built-in technology. Enjoy high quality music from a wide range of streaming services including Spotify, TuneIn, Pandora, Amazon Prime Music, iHeartRadio, SiriusXM, Soundcloud, Tidal, Napster, Deezer or local music sources. Control it all seamlessly with the free HEOS app.

PLAY YOUR MUSIC ANYWHERE WITH HEOS SPEAKERS
With the HEOS multi-room function, the Denon AVR-S950H can connect with any other product with HEOS built-in, like HEOS speakers, to play music throughout your entire home. Play the same song in every room or select a different song for each connected room - the choice is yours.

HEOS 1: Ideal for damp environments or outdoors.

HEOS 3: The perfect choice for medium sized rooms.

HEOS 5: Bring beautiful sound into larger rooms.

HEOS 7: Get the party going in wider spaces and open areas.

100+ Years of Firsts in Audio Technology
Founded in 1910, Denon has a deep heritage of "firsts" in audio technology - from Japan's first audio electronics manufacturer, to producing the world's first commercial CD player and world's first Dolby Atmos enabled AV receiver. This focused investment in audio R&D ensures you get the latest technology and highest quality with every listening experience.

Product Specifications:

Multichannel Surround

DTS HD Master/DTS:X: Yes/Yes

DTS Neo:X/DTS Neural:X: No/Yes

DTS Virtual:X: Yes

Dolby TrueHD/Dolby Atmos: No/No

Dolby ProLogic Il / Dolby Surround: No/No

Dolby Height Virtualization: No/No

Auro 3D: No/No

IMAX Enhanced: No/No

Multichannel Stereo: Yes

Max Number of Proccessing (Preamp) Channels: 7.1

Sound Enhancements:

Mono Block Power Amp Construction: No

Discrete Power Amplifier: Yes

D.D.S.C. HD Digital: No

Pure Direct: Yes

Gold Plated RCA Terminals: No

Clock Jitter Reducer: No

Alpha Processing: No

Denon Link HD: No

Audyssey: MultEQ

Audyssey Dynamic EQ/Dynamic Volume: Yes/Yes

Audyssey LFC: No

Compressed Audio Restorer: Yes

Network

DLNA Certified: No

Lossy Formats: MP3/WMA/AAC: Yes/Yes/Yes

Lossless Formats: FLAC/ALAC/WAV: Yes/Yes/Yes

DSD Audio Streaming: Yes (2.8/5.6MHz)

Gapless playback: Yes (FLAC, WAV, ALAC, DSD)

Photo Streaming (JPEG): No

Windows PlayTo / Windows8 Certified: No

Internet Radio: Yes (TuneIn)

Compatible with Remote APP for Smart Phones: Denon 2016 AVR Remote

Compatible with Remote APP for Tablets: Android / iOS / Amazon Kindle

Ethernet Ports: Yes

Wi-Fi: Yes

Bluetooth: Yes

Media Server: Yes

HEOS Wireless Multi-Room Technology: Yes

Lossless formats: FLAC HD 192/24 / WAV 192/24 / ALAC 192/24: Yes/Yes/Yes

FLAC HD 192/24: Yes

WAV 192/24: Yes

ALAC 192/24: Yes

Spotify*: Yes (connect)

Pandora: Yes

SiriusXM*: Yes

Other Streaming Services *: Amazon Music / TIDAL / Deezer / iHeart Radio / Napster / Soundcloud / Mood Mix

HEOS App Control: Yes

Bluetooth Re-transmit for Bluetooth headphones: Yes (update)

AirPlay / Airplay2 Audio Streaming: Yes/Yes

Alexa / Google Voice Assistant / Apple HomePod: Yes/Yes/Yes

HDMI

HDMI Inputs: Back / Front: 7/1

HDCP 2.2 support: Yes (HDCP 2.3)

HDMI Outputs: Main/Zone: 2/No

Video Conversion Analog -> HDMI: No

Analog to HDMI Scaling: No

HDMI to HDMI Scaling: up to 4K 30/25/24

GUI Overlay on HDMI: Yes

3D Signal Pass-through: Yes

4K Signal Pass-through / Scaling / GUI Overlay: Yes/Yes/Yes

HDMI Pass-Through in Standby Mode: Yes

Picture Adjust / Noise Reduction: Yes/Yes

CEC: Yes

DSD Audio Capability: Yes

Audio Return Channel: Yes

Auto LipSync: Yes

HDMI: 3D / 4K / CEC / ARC / InstaPrevue: Yes/Yes/Yes/Yes/No

Enhanced Audio Return Channel: No

HLG / Dolby Vision: No

HDR / HLG / Dolby Vision: Yes (HDR10)/Yes/Yes

ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) Pass-through for gaming: Yes

Multi-room / CI

Multi-Room Zones: 2

Zone Audio Source: HDMI / Opt, Coax / Network, USB / Analog: Yes (2ch) / Yes (2ch) / Yes ? Yes

Zone Audio Output: Speaker / Preout: Yes / No

Zone HDMI Output from HDMI Source: No

IP Control / RS232 Control / Web Control / App Control: Yes/No/Yes/Yes

Remote In / Out: No

DC Trigger Output: No

HDMI Diagnostics: Yes

TV Sound grouping: No

Main room multichanel audio - Zone stereo downmix: No

Others

Voice Control - Works with Amazon Alexa: No

Voice Control - Google Assist / Apple Siri: No

Auto Speaker Setup by Microphone: Audyssey MultEQ

FL Display: 1 line

Graphic User Interface - GUI: Advanced

ISF Certification: No

GUI Languages: 3

Setup Assistant: Yes

Quick Select Plus / Quick Select: Yes/No

Firmware Update by: Network / USB: Yes/Yes

Variable Cross Over: Yes

Optimized Bass Redirection: Yes

Bass Sync: No

ECO Mode: Yes

Auto Power Off: Yes

Sleep Timer: Yes

Inputs / Outputs

Composite In / Out: 2/1

Component In / Out: 2/1

HDMI In / Out: 7+1 / 2

Multi-room Video Out: Video / HDMI: No

Analog In / Out: 4/No

Phono (MM) In: Yes

Digital In: Optical / Coaxial: 2/1

Multi-room Out: Analog / Digital: No

Multichannel Preout: Yes (0.2)/No

Subwoofer Out: 2

7.1 Multichannel Input: No

Speaker Terminal: Gold Plated Screw / Regular Screw: No/Yes

Number of Speaker Terminals: 7

Speaker A / B: No

Bi-amp Drive: No

Multi-Room Speaker Terminal: Assignable

Front Inputs: Audio / Composite / Digital (Opt) / HDMI / USB: No/No/No/Yes/Yes

USB Audio / Made for iPod / Made for iPhone: Yes/No/No

AM/FM Tuner: Yes

Tuner: FM / AM: No

Specifications:

Number of Power Amps: 7

Power Output (8 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08% 2ch Drive): 90W

Power Output (8 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.05% 2ch Drive): No

Power Output (6 ohm, 1 kHz, 0.7% 2ch Drive): 125W

Power Output (6 ohm, 1 kHz, 10% 1ch Drive): 185W

General

Metal Front Panel: No

System Remote Control: RC-1228

Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display: No

Power Consumption in W: 500

Power Consumption No-Sound (ECO On / Off) in W: 35 W / 75 W

Standby Consumption in W: 0.1

CEC Standby Consumption in W: 0.5

Network Control On Consumption in W: No

Maximum Dimensions: 17.1 x 13.4 x 6.6

Antenna: Horizontal: (W x D x H) in Inches: 17.1 x 13.4 x 9.3

Antenna: Vertical: (W x D x H) in Inches: 17.1 x 13.0 x 6.6

W/O Antenna: (W x D x H) in Inches: N/A

Weight in LBS: 20.7

Carton Dimensions (Packaging) (W x D x H) in Inches): 20.4 x 16.9 x 9.5 (in)

Weight in LBS (Packaging): 25.4

Power Supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz

Speaker impedance: 4 _ 16Ω/ohms

Preamplifier section: No

FM section (Tuning frequency range): 87.5 - 107.9 MHz

AM section (Tuning frequency range): 520 kHz - 1710 kHz

Carton Maximum Dimensions (W x D x H) in Inches: N/A

Carton Weight (inc. product) in LBS: N/A