This is the budget receiver with surround sound processing. The multiroom music and 4K switching are the main advantages of it, but the trump cards of this device do not end there and they are considered in the Denon AVR-S730H review
Denon AVRS730H review
Features
The Denon AVR-S730H is a 7.2-channel receiver with a wide variety of connectivity options and audio decoders support. However, its power output isn’t great - only 75 watts per channel on 8-ohm drivers and 110 watts on 6-ohm drivers. It also includes decoders for DTS: X and Dolby Atmos, the most advanced audio formats, which are added to the service channels of surround sound to make the sound more depth. As an alternative use, the Denon AVR-S730H specs allow users to create the Second zone with an additional set of drivers.
Design and build
The receiver has a classical appearance. It's a big black box with buttons, knobs and a display at the front panel. Users can operate the receiver without remote due to these buttons. The design is similar to other Denon receivers.
Connectivity
The Denon AVRS730H has wide abilities to wireless music streaming. Users can connect any device via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, and especially for iOS devices, there is AirPlay function. Also, the receiver has the native support of online music streaming services such as Pandora, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, etc.
Setup
The receiver comes with an Audyssey MultEQ auto-tuning system. With the help of a complete microphone and on-screen prompts, it corrects the sound depending on the number of speakers connected to the receiver and room parameters. After that, it is possible to change or edit the sound settings using the built-in options or through an application that is available for both Android and iOS.
Denon AVRS730H pros and cons
Pros
- Surround sound creates a real presence effect. It is deep and detailed, sounds do not mix on the general scene and sound believable
- There is a flexible equalizer that allows users to fully customize the sound depending on preferences
Cons
- As for the receiver with Second zone support, the power output could be better
- The building of the HEOS network is a little bit complicated due to the on-screen menu and slow application
Common features
Product
Model
Brand
Reviews
Amplifier
Channels
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
Output impedance, Ohm
Frequency response
THD in stereo, %
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibration
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
USB
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
DLNA
MHL
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Extensive connection
HDMI input/output
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI CEC
Digital content protection (HDCP)
Subwoofer output (LFE)
Headphone output
Optical digital input
Coaxial digital input
Composite input
Component input/output
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectors
Multi channel preamp output
Video features
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
4K signal pass-through
8K signal pass-through
HDMI signal pass-through
3D signal pass-through
HDMI pass-through in standby mode
Video conversion
Analog to HDMI scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video features
Additional features
Voice control
App control
Display
Tuner
Sleep timer
Auto power off
ECO mode
Graphical user interface (GUI)
Setup assistant
Firmware update
Other additional features
Multi-room
Multi-room zones
Zone audio output
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room control
RS-232
Remote control input/output (IR)
DC trigger output (12V)
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Surround
Dolby (other)
DTS:X
DTS HD Master
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS (other)
Auro-3D
IMAX Enhanced
Multichannel stereo
Audio file formats
MP3
WMA
AAC
WAV
FLAC
ALAC
Other audio file formats
Power
Operational power consumption, W
Standby consumption, W
Removable power cord
User manual
Manual
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
Weight, kg/lbs
Other
Release year
