Denon AVR-S980H – 7.2-Channel 8K AV Receiver with HEOS
The Denon AVR-S980H brings flagship-grade home theater to modern living rooms. With 7.2 channels of discrete amplification, full 8K HDMI connectivity, Dolby Atmos immersive audio, HEOS multi-room streaming, and Audyssey room calibration, it delivers cinematic surround sound and future-ready video in one elegant chassis—available from Soundium.
Key Features
- Discrete 7.2-channel amplifier: 90 W per channel (8 Ω, 20 Hz–20 kHz, 0.08% THD) with a 70% power guarantee under multi-channel drive for effortless cinematic dynamics
- 8K-ready HDMI 2.1: 6 inputs (3 supporting 8K/60 Hz and 4K/120 Hz), 2 outputs with eARC, plus 8K upscaling, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG, VRR, ALLM, and HDCP 2.3
- Immersive audio formats: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, and DTS Neural:X upmixing for true 3D surround from any source
- HEOS multi-room streaming: Built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, TIDAL, and Roon Ready—stream anywhere in the home with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri voice control
- Audyssey MultEQ calibration: Automatic speaker setup with included microphone tunes the system to your room for balanced, lifelike playback
- Dedicated phono input: MM phono stage for direct turntable connection, plus 4 analog, 2 optical, and 1 coaxial digital input
Customer Benefits
Whether you're hosting movie nights, gaming on the latest consoles, or streaming hi-res music, the AVR-S980H delivers clean, powerful, room-filling sound with rock-solid 8K video pass-through. Setup is guided and intuitive, and HEOS lets you expand seamlessly into every room of the house—backed by Soundium.
Quick Specs
- Power output: 7 × 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz–20 kHz, 0.08% THD)
- Channels: 7.2 with dual subwoofer outputs and pre-outs
- HDMI I/O: 6 in (3× 8K), 2 out (1× eARC)
- Video support: 8K/60 Hz, 4K/120 Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG, VRR, ALLM, HDCP 2.3
- Audio formats: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby Atmos Virtualization, DTS Neural:X
- Streaming: HEOS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, TIDAL, Roon Ready
- Room calibration: Audyssey MultEQ (microphone included)
- Analog inputs: 4 line-level + 1 MM phono
- Digital inputs: 2 optical, 1 coaxial
- Tuner: AM/FM built-in
- Dimensions (W × D × H): 43.4 × 33.0 × 16.8 cm
- Weight: 9.5 kg
What's in the Box
- Denon AVR-S980H AV receiver
- Remote control RC-1263 (batteries included)
- Audyssey calibration microphone
- FM and AM antennas
- Power cord
- Quick Start Guide and safety documentation
Use Cases / Ideal For
Perfect for immersive 5.1.2 or 7.2 home cinemas, next-gen gaming setups, and whole-home music zones. Ideal for enthusiasts who want flagship HDMI 2.1 video, refined multi-channel amplification, and seamless streaming without stepping up to a separates-based system.
Compatibility
Pairs with passive speakers of your choice, 4K/8K TVs and projectors via HDMI eARC, turntables with MM cartridges, and any mobile device or smart assistant through HEOS, AirPlay 2, and Bluetooth. Expand with Denon Home wireless speakers for multi-room audio.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- Flagship HDMI 2.1 video with 8K support across three inputs
- Powerful, musical 7.2 amplification with dedicated phono stage
- Comprehensive streaming and smart-home integration via HEOS
⚠️ Cons:
- No Dirac Live room correction (Audyssey MultEQ only)
- Larger chassis may require deeper equipment cabinets
The Denon AVR-S980H packs cinematic power, 8K-ready video, and smart streaming into one refined receiver—ready to anchor your home theater today and tomorrow. Available from Soundium.
