Denon AVR-S970H – 7.2-Channel 8K AV Receiver

Bring the Cinema Home. Bring Every Detail to Life.

The Denon AVR-S970H transforms your living room into an immersive entertainment experience. Combining seven channels of discrete amplification, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X surround sound, 8K video connectivity, and HEOS wireless music streaming, this versatile AV receiver brings movies, music, and gaming together in one powerful component.

Delivering 90 watts per channel, the AVR-S970H can power a traditional 7.2 surround system or a 5.2.2 Dolby Atmos configuration with dedicated height speakers. Audyssey MultEQ room correction helps optimize your speakers for your listening environment, while Denon's intuitive setup assistant makes getting started straightforward.

Whether you're upgrading an existing surround sound system or building your first dedicated media room, the AVR-S970H delivers the performance, connectivity, and flexibility to make every movie night something special.

Key Features

• 7 Channels of Discrete Amplification: 90 watts per channel into 8 ohms with two channels driven.

• 7.2 or 5.2.2 Speaker Configurations: Build a traditional surround system or add overhead effects.

• Dolby Atmos & DTS:X: Immersive three-dimensional audio for compatible movies and entertainment.

• Audyssey MultEQ: Automatic speaker calibration and room correction.

• 8K HDMI Connectivity: Six HDMI inputs, including three supporting 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz.

• Dual HDMI Outputs: Connect a television and projector or two compatible displays.

• HEOS Built-In: Stream music and expand into a compatible multiroom audio system.

• Apple AirPlay 2 & Bluetooth: Convenient wireless music playback.

• High-Resolution Audio: Supports FLAC, ALAC, and WAV up to 24-bit/192kHz, plus DSD.

• Two-Zone Audio: Enjoy different entertainment in two rooms.

• Gaming Features: VRR, ALLM, and QFT for responsive gaming.

Seven Channels of Powerful Denon Sound

The AVR-S970H features seven discrete amplifier channels delivering 90 watts per channel into 8 ohms, measured with two channels driven.

That gives you the flexibility to create a 7.2-channel surround sound system or a 5.2.2 Dolby Atmos configuration with two height speakers.

From dialogue and subtle environmental details to powerful action sequences, the AVR-S970H is engineered to deliver clear, dynamic sound throughout your listening space.

Its two subwoofer outputs allow you to connect a pair of powered subwoofers for additional low-frequency coverage.

Dolby Atmos & DTS:X: Sound That Surrounds You

Experience entertainment beyond conventional surround sound.

The AVR-S970H supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, allowing compatible soundtracks to position audio around and above your listening position.

Configure a 5.2.2 speaker system with two dedicated height channels to hear overhead effects, or take advantage of Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization and DTS Virtual:X for a more immersive experience without installing height speakers.

Dolby Surround and DTS Neural:X upmixing can also expand compatible traditional audio content across your speaker system.

Whether you're watching a blockbuster, streaming a television series, or enjoying an immersive music recording, the AVR-S970H brings greater dimension to your entertainment.

Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction

Every room influences how your speakers sound.

The AVR-S970H includes Audyssey MultEQ, an automatic calibration system that measures your listening environment and adjusts speaker settings to help improve performance.

Using the supplied calibration microphone, Audyssey analyzes your speaker system and helps establish appropriate levels, distances, and acoustic correction.

Audyssey Dynamic EQ and Dynamic Volume provide additional listening options for maintaining tonal balance and managing volume differences.

Combined with proper speaker placement and subwoofer integration, these tools help you get more from your home theater.

8K Video & Next-Generation Gaming

The AVR-S970H is equipped with six HDMI inputs and two HDMI outputs, making it a versatile entertainment hub for modern televisions, projectors, gaming consoles, and movie players.

Three HDMI inputs support 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video, with one HDMI output supporting these resolutions.

Video and gaming technologies include:

• 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz pass-through

• 8K video upscaling

• Dolby Vision

• HDR10 and HDR10+

• Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG)

• Dynamic HDR

• Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)

• Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM)

• Quick Frame Transport (QFT)

• Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

Connect your favorite entertainment sources and enjoy high-resolution video alongside immersive surround sound.

HEOS Built-In: Music Throughout Your Home

The AVR-S970H isn't just for movies. It's also a connected music system.

With HEOS built in, you can stream music from supported services, access compatible network music libraries, and distribute audio to other HEOS-enabled devices throughout your home.

Enjoy music in your main listening room while compatible HEOS speakers bring the same playlist or different music to additional spaces.

The HEOS app provides convenient control from your smartphone or tablet.

Additional music features include Spotify Connect, Apple AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, and Roon Tested compatibility.

High-Resolution Audio for Serious Music Listening

The AVR-S970H supports high-resolution music playback, making it a capable centerpiece for both movies and two-channel listening.

Supported formats include FLAC, ALAC, and WAV files up to 24-bit/192kHz, along with DSD 2.8MHz and 5.6MHz.

Connect a compatible network music source, stream through supported services, or play music directly from a USB drive.

A dedicated phono input also allows you to connect a turntable equipped with a moving-magnet cartridge, bringing your vinyl collection into your entertainment system.

Two Rooms. Two Entertainment Experiences.

The AVR-S970H supports two-zone audio, allowing you to enjoy surround sound in your primary entertainment room while sending music or another compatible audio source to a second space.

Listen to a movie in the living room while playing music in the kitchen, or distribute the same audio across both areas.

This flexibility makes the AVR-S970H a practical choice for entertainment systems that extend beyond a single room.

Easy Setup & Smart Home Integration

Denon's on-screen setup assistant guides you through speaker connections, source configuration, and system calibration.

Quick Select buttons let you recall preferred input and audio settings without navigating through multiple menus.

For custom installations, the AVR-S970H supports IP control, web control, and compatible remote monitoring platforms, including Domotz Pro and OvrC.

These features make it easier to integrate the receiver into a professionally designed entertainment system.

Technical Specifications

 

Experience Denon at The Grid HiFi

A great home theater starts with the right components, but thoughtful system design makes the difference.

At The Grid HiFi, we specialize in home theater design, premium speaker systems, subwoofer integration, professional installation, and acoustic calibration.

Whether you're building a 5.2.2 Dolby Atmos media room, upgrading an existing surround sound system, or integrating audio throughout your home, our team can help you create an entertainment experience tailored to your space.

Contact The Grid HiFi to discuss your next home theater project.