Denon AVR-X2300W vs Pioneer SC-LX904

      Denon AVR-X2300W

      Pioneer SC-LX904
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      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 95 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/30Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet

      Highlights

      • 11.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/30Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Denon AVR-X2300W
      4. Advantage of Pioneer SC-LX904
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Amplifier
      7. Speaker Configurations
      8. Immersive Audio Formats
      9. HDMI
      10. Inputs and Outputs
      11. Evaluations
      12. Specifications

      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Denon AVR-X2300W to Pioneer SC-LX904 to reveal their common strengths and weaknesses as well as the differences between them which will help you in making a correct decision before the purchase. The Denon AVR-X2300W has 7 channel and the Pioneer SC-LX904 has 11 channel amplifiers.


      Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904

      Denon AVR-X2300W was introduced in 2016. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 95 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 24/25/30p 4:4:4 video signal.

      Pioneer SC-LX904 was introduced in 2019 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 11 channel amplifier with 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales 1080p to 4K video signal.

      We evaluated Denon AVR-X2300W and Pioneer SC-LX904 and gave them scores of 86 and 92 out of 100 recpectively. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

      Denon AVR-X2300W

      Pioneer SC-LX904

      Amplifier
      87
      Amplifier
      92
      Audio Features
      84
      Audio Features
      91
      Video Features
      95
      Video Features
      95
      Connectivity
      80
      Connectivity
      91
      Zones
      81
      Zones
      92
      Radio
      89
      Radio
      90
      OVERALL
      86
      OVERALL
      92

      For more details about the ranking please go to    Evaluations section.

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Denon AVR-X2300W and Pioneer SC-LX904.

      PROS

      Denon AVR-X2300W

      Pioneer SC-LX904

      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer

      CONS

      Denon AVR-X2300W

      Pioneer SC-LX904

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Tidal
      •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Denon AVR-X2300W

      Pioneer SC-LX904

      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 95 W
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   2 HDMI Outputs
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   2 Zones
      •   Bluetooth 4․2

      3. Advantage of Denon AVR-X2300W

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Denon AVR-X2300W over Pioneer SC-LX904.

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      Denon AVR-X2300W vs Pioneer SC-LX904
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through vs
      isf Certified Calibration Control vs
      DLNA 1.5 vs
      More HDMI Inputs 8 (1 front) vs 7 (1 front)
      More Composite Video Outputs 1 vs
      More Component Video Outputs 1 vs
      Pandora vs
      SiriusXM vs
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs
      Bigger Power Supply 500 W vs 340 W

      4. Advantage of Pioneer SC-LX904

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer SC-LX904 over Denon AVR-X2300W.

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      Denon AVR-X2300W vs Pioneer SC-LX904
      More Channels 7.2 vs 11.2
      Higher Power Output 95 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Bi-amp capability assignable vs
      Higher DAC Specs 192 kHz/24 Bit vs 384 kHz/32 Bit
      More Channel Processing 7.1 vs 11.2
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs
      IMAX Enhanced vs
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USB Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD vs Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD
      DSD via HDMI vs 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Jitter Reduction vs PQLS & PQFA
      Dialog Enhancement vs
      Dialogue Lift vs
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs vs
      Newer HDCP Version 2.2 vs 2.3
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      Works with SONOS vs
      DTS Play-Fi vs
      AirPlay AirPlay vs AirPlay 2
      More HDMI Outputs 2 (simultaneous) vs 3 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB, 1 ZONE 2)
      USB Input 1 (Front) for iPod/iPhone and USB memory vs 2 (1 Front)
      More Optical Inputs 2 vs 3
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 1 vs 2
      More RCA Line Inputs 4 vs 6
      Phono Input vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 0.2 vs 11.2
      More Zones 2 vs 3
      More Powered Zones 2 vs 2 and 3
      Zone 2 Outs Pre Out vs HDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out
      +12V Trigger Output vs 2 (A: 100 mA, B: 25 mA)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 1 / 1 vs 2 / 1
      More GUI Languages 3 vs 9
      Analog Tuner FM/AM vs FM/AM with RDS
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      More Speaker Terminals 7 vs 11
      More Large Speaker Terminals 7 vs 11
      Gold plated RCA terminals vs
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) 185 W (10% THD) vs 260 W (10% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC) 150 W (1% THD) vs 215 W (1% THD)
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 100 dB vs 108 dB
      Higher DSD Sampling Rate via USB 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz vs 11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
      Wi-Fi Standard IEEE 802.11 b/g/n vs IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
      Newer Bluetooth Version 2․1 + EDR vs 4․2
      Wider AM Frequency Range 530 kHz - 1710 kHz vs 522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz

      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2
        DTS:X up to 5.1.2
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT MCACC Pro
        HDR10
        Dolby Vision
        New HDCP Version2.22.3
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component, Composite Component**, Composite
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC SBC, AAC
        Many HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)7 (1 front)
        USB Input1 (Front) for iPod/iPhone and USB memory2 (1 Front)
        Composite Video Inputs22
        Component Video Inputs22
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM with RDS
        Spotify
      WEAKNESSES Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        No HDR10+
        No eARC
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
        Few 8K Inputs
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904

      7 channel Amplifier: Denon AVR-X2300W features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 95 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      11 channel Class D3 Amplifier: Pioneer SC-LX904 features 11 channel power amplifier with Class D3 design. It is rated at 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.


        AMPLIFIER Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        Channels7.211.2
        Power Output95 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability assignable

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Denon AVR-X2300W's and Pioneer SC-LX904's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Denon AVR-X2300W: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Pioneer SC-LX904: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Denon AVR-X2300W: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Pioneer SC-LX904: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Denon AVR-X2300W: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Pioneer SC-LX904: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Bi-Amp: Denon AVR-X2300W is able to bi-amp up to 2 and Pioneer SC-LX904 is able to bi-amp up to 4 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

        8. Immersive Audio Formats

        Dolby Atmos

        Denon AVR-X2300W and Pioneer SC-LX904 support Dolby Atmos.

        • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Both models support Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms.
        • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization: Pioneer SC-LX904 supports Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization which is a digital signal processing solution that leverages Dolby's deep understanding of human audio perception to create the sensation of overhead sound from the listener-level speakers.

        DTS:X

        Denon AVR-X2300W and Pioneer SC-LX904 support DTS:X.

        • DTS Neural:X: Both models feature DTS Neural:X which is an advanced upmixer that can take non DTS:X content and upmix it to the DTS:X speaker layout. It has replaced the DTS Neo family with improved flexibility.
        • DTS Dialog Control: Both models have DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances.

        IMAX Enhanced

        Pioneer SC-LX904 is IMAX Enhanced certified. To qualify for IMAX Enhanced certification, 4K HDR televisions, projectors, sound bars, a/v receivers, loudspeakers, powered subwoofers and other premium home entertainment devices must meet carefully prescribed performance requirements established by IMAX, DTS and Hollywood's leading experts.

        • What makes an IMAX Enhanced A/V receiver different from an A/V receiver with DTS:X technology? DTS:X technology is commonly found in most multi-channel A/V receivers on the market today. All IMAX Enhanced A/V receivers include DTS:X technology and deliver additional features, such as auto-sensing of IMAX Enhanced content, via IMAX Mode. IMAX Mode indicates that your A/V receiver supports fully immersive IMAX signature sound.
        AUDIO DECODING Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X up to 5.1.2
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        DTS Express
        DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer

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        9. HDMI

        Denon AVR-X2300W comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.

        Pioneer SC-LX904 comes with 7 HDMI inputs. It has 3 outputs - 1 MAIN and 1 SUB and 1 ZONE 2.

        • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
        • 4K Upscaling: Both receivers can upscale up to 4K 24/25/30p 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
        • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Both receivers support analog to HDMI Upconversion, so you can input your analog video sources and output them digitally via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV.
        • BT.2020 Color Space: BT.2020 or Rec. 2020 is a color standard which delivers a wider color gamut compared to Rec. 709. It covers approximately 75% of the total visual spectrum while the Rec. 709 covers only 35% (available on both models).
        • HDCP Copy Protection: Denon AVR-X2300W is HDCP 2.2 and Pioneer SC-LX904 is HDCP 2.3 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
        • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

        HDR (High Dynamic Range)

        Both receivers support HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma. High dynamic range video has greater dynamic range than standard dynamic range (SDR) video with brighter whites and deeper blacks. The result is greater contrast and more details in dark and bright areas, better color and depth.


        Gaming Features

        Denon AVR-X2300W supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



        VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.22.3
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 24/25/30p 4:4:4 1080p to 4K

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Pioneer SC-LX904 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • Analog Pre-Outs: Pioneer SC-LX904 has 11.2 preamplifier outputs which allows you to connect the receiver to the external power amplifier. You may want to use a high quality external amplifier for certain channels, usually for front L/R and center, and use the receiver to power the rest.
        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 4 pair of line inputs on Denon AVR-X2300W and 6 pair of line inputs on Pioneer SC-LX904 for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 1 coaxial input are available on Denon AVR-X2300W and 3 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Pioneer SC-LX904 for digital audio connections.
        • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

        Video

        • HDMI:
        • Denon AVR-X2300W
          Inputs:           8 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (simultaneous)
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Pioneer SC-LX904
          Inputs:           7 (1 front)   Outputs: 3 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB, 1 ZONE 2)
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Denon AVR-X2300W
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.
        • Pioneer SC-LX904
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 0.
        • Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one. resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Pioneer SC-LX904 supports up to 480i/576i resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Denon AVR-X2300W
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.
        • Pioneer SC-LX904
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 0.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Denon AVR-X2300W: HDMI, USB
        • Pioneer SC-LX904: HDMI, USB

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        TERMINALS Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)7 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs2 (simultaneous)3 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB, 1 ZONE 2)
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 (Front) for iPod/iPhone and USB memory2 (1 Front)
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs23
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs12
        RCA Line Inputs46
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.211.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs22
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs22
        Component Video Outputs1

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Denon AVR-X2300W and Pioneer SC-LX904 and gave them scores of 86 and 92 out of 100 recpectively. We also gave separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new receiver is added to the database.


        Denon AVR-X2300W

        Pioneer SC-LX904

        OVERALL
        86
        OVERALL
        92

        Amplifier

        EXCELLENT
        87
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Power Output - 95 W
        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   Many Channels - 11.2
        •   High Power Output - 140 W

        Audio Features

        GOOD
        84
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   7.1 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   No DSD via HDMI
        EXCELLENT
        91
        •   Many Channels - 11.2
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   11.2 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

        Connectivity

        GOOD
        80
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   8 HDMI Inputs
        •   2 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   No Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR
        EXCELLENT
        91
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   Google Assistant
        •   Chromecast Built-In
        •   7 HDMI Inputs
        •   4 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   Many RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․2

        Zones

        GOOD
        81
        •   2 Zones
        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   3 Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        89
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   No Tidal
        EXCELLENT
        90
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        BrandDenonPioneer
        SeriesElite
        ModelAVR-X2300WSC-LX904
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryUSAEurope
        Release Year20162019
        PredecessorDenon AVR-X2200W Pioneer SC-LX901
        SuccessorDenon AVR-X2400H Pioneer VSX-LX805
        AMPLIFIER Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        Channels7.211.2
        Power Output95 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Amplifier DesignClass D3 (Direct Energy HD)
        Discrete Amplification
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Mono Block Power Amplifier Construction
        Bi-amp Capability assignable
        AUDIO FEATURES Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineAdvanced quad-core 32-bit DSP processorsDigital Quad-Core 32-bit DSP (Cirrus Logic) + Aureus™ Floating-Point DSP (TI)
        DACESS ES9026PRO x 2
        DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit384 kHz/32 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing7.111.2
        D.D.S.C. HD Digital
        Alpha Processing
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X up to 5.1.2
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        DTS Express
        DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSDMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSDMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz 64, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSDApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD
        Gapless Playback
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        DSD via USB 2-ch Input 2-ch Input
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC
        Jitter Reduction PQLS & PQFA
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialog Level Adjustment
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift
        Sound Retriever Advanced
        Sound Retriever AIR
        Digital noise Reduction
        Tone Control All Channels
        Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Sound Retriever
        High-resolution Music Enhancer
        Audyssey Dynamic EQ
        Audyssey Dynamic Volume
        Audyssey LFC
        Audyssey Sub EQ HT
        Audyssey DSX
        Direct Mode
        Pure Direct Mode
        Auto Surround
        Optimum Surround
        Advanced Surround10 + 1
        Wide Surround
        Front Stage Surround Advance
        Headphone Surround
        Virtual Speakers
        Virtual Depth
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT MCACC Pro
        Audyssey App Support
        Manual MCACC
        MCACC Memory3
        Reflex Optimizer
        Phase Control
        Auto Phase Control Plus
        Full Band Phase Control
        Standing Wave Control Multi-Point (9 points)
        EQ Bands9-Band
        Symmetric EQ
        Distance Adjustment0.05 feet
        Precision Distance
        Polarity Check
        Auto Subwoofer Crossover
        Optimized Bass Redirection
        Bass Sync
        VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.22.3
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 24/25/30p 4:4:4 1080p to 4K
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component, Composite Component**, Composite
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        Component Video Maximum Resolution480i/576i
        Stream Smoother
        Pure Cinema
        Video Parameter Adjustments
        Super Resolution
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC SBC, AAC
        Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Google Assistant
        Chromecast Built-In
        Apple Siri
        Works with SonoS
        HEOS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        AirPlay AirPlay AirPlay 2
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad Made for iPhone, iPod and iPad (Airplay only)
        Remote App Denon 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices and Kindle Fire
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)7 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs2 (simultaneous)3 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB, 1 ZONE 2)
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 (Front) for iPod/iPhone and USB memory2 (1 Front)
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs23
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs12
        RCA Line Inputs46
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.211.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs22
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs22
        Component Video Outputs1
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsHDMI, USBHDMI, USB
        Speaker A/B assignable
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        adapterport
        ZONES Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        Number of Zones23
        Powered Zones 22 and 3
        Zone 2 OutsPre OutHDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out
        Zone 3 OutsRCA Pre/Line Out
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output2 (A: 100 mA, B: 25 mA)
        Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 12 / 1
        MISCELLANEOUS Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        On-Screen Display Advanced Graphic User Interface
        GUI Languages39
        AV Navigator
        IP Control
        Control4 SDDP
        PreAmp Mode
        Display 1 line
        FL Dimmer
        Function Rename
        Remote ControllerRC-1192
        Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
        Denon Link HD
        Setup Assistant
        Quick Select plus / Quick Select /
        RADIO Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM with RDS
        Presets40
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio vTuner TuneIn
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        Front Panelnot Metal
        Solid Aluminum Front
        ConstructionAdvanced Direct Construction
        Speaker Terminals711
        Large Speaker Terminals711
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
        High Grade Audio Components
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 220-230 V, 50/60 Hz
        Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
        Transformer Stabilizer
        Power Consumption500 W340 W
        No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 35 W/75 W
        Standby Power0.1 W0.2 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power off
        PHYSICAL Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        Dimensions (W x H x D)434 mm x 167 mm x 339 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 235 mm x 339 mm)435 mm x 185 mm x 440 mm
        17-1/8" x 7-5/16" x 17-5/16"
        Weight9.4 kg (20 lbs 12 oz)18.5 kg (40.8 lbs)
        SPECIFICATIONS Denon AVR-X2300W Pioneer SC-LX904
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)95 W (0.08% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)125 W (0.7% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)185 W (10% THD)260 W (10% THD)
        Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)150 W (1% THD)215 W (1% THD)
        Multi Channel Simultaneous Drive880 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1.0%)
        THD0.04% (1 kHz, 100 W)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ200 mV/82 kΩ
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ
        Rated Preout Level and Impedance1 V/470 kΩ
        Rated Headphone Power Output57 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
        Phono Overload70 mV (MM, 1 kHz, 0.5%)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)100 dB108 dB
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)90 dB
        Frequency Response (Analog In)+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
        Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
        0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)        		1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
        0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
        1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
        Video Frequency Response5 Hz to 60 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Component)
        Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 b/g/nIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version2․1 + EDR4․2
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 AVer. 2.0, 5 V, 500 mA
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
        FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 2.8 µV (20.2 dBf)Mono: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf)
        FM Effective Sensitivity1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)
        FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB
        FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%
        AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz
        AM Effective Sensitivity18 µV
        Warranty3 Years3 Years

        * - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
        ** - 480i/576i only
        *** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
        **** - 1080p signal is not converted

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