Denon AVR-5803 7.1 CH Receiver Tests (Receiver und Verstärker)

In the beginning of modern audio reproduction there was mono. Consumers were complacent with listening to AM broadcasts and their phono recordings on their large floorstanding tube based radios. Life was good. Shortly after, stereo was introduced and...

Benchmark performance in all modes of operation ; Endless configurability and tweaking options ; Excellent craftsmanship ; Component video up conversion on all video sources with OSD

Poorly written user manual ; Difficult set-up for neophyte ; Low current trigger output cannot drive many power relay boxes

The set up on the AVR-5803 is simple and the sound for music was "clear, transparent, with a slightly forward midrange, smooth highs that were not harsh or bright, and tight, rhythmic bass. The soundstage was good and imaging was good also." The same...

Excellent quality in one box (if that's for you).

Poor spkr terminals. Atkis remote programming problems

Plenty of power. Versatile. Upgradeable. Super remote. Easy

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