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Denon AVR X3500H 7 2 Channel 4K Ultra HD AV Receiver with HEOS Black
Last Updated: May 1, 2020 (Refresh Now)
7.8
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/10
Total Reviews
107
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Sound Quality
42sound quality, receiver, setup, surround sound, sounds great
+95%
-5%
" ... It gives my JBLs new life and sound. ... "
" ... I use as pre-amp for my Outlaw 5X200 watt amp and all Paradigm 5.1 Tower system with Revel B15A Sub. ... "
" ... My surround sound is wonderful. ... Big hint with surround sound, make sure to put front right and left speakers in the front and right spots and not in the surround sound spots. ... "
" ... There are so many features it’s impossible to review properly so I will just say that this receiver sounds awesome and can do just about anything. ... "
" ... It sounds better than the similarly priced, 8-year old Harman Kardon receiver it replaced. ... "
" ... The sound quality is more of a robust mid quality. ... Or even go listen to a friends who has one and be the judge for yourself. ... "
" ... Does everything you need for your surround sound. ... "
" ... Sounds great and in general I am happy. ... So if I turned it On while listening to music to spread out the stereo signal more evenly among the front speakers, I have to remember to turn it off before I return to watch a movie. ... "
Setup
18easy, set, sound quality, stand, speaker
+89%
-11%
" ... I've only been using for about 3 days but the setup was extremely easy to follow and accurate with the microphone and stand provided. ... "
" ... And if you don’t have something hooked up right, the setup will tell you. ... "
" ... Setup was fairly simple, audio is great, and operations are smooth. ... "
" ... Excellent sound quality, and better setup and configuration than my previous Yamaha AV system. ... "
" ... It comes with a microphone and cardboard stand to help configure the speaker levels for the each of the speakers, which is pretty easy to use and delivered great results. ... "
" ... Setup was simple and the Audyssey 32 did a great job 1st try. ... "
" ... Pros: fairly easy set up. ... "
Ease of Use
15setup, set, sound quality, sound, easy to use
+87%
-13%
" ... I was worried about ease of use/menu system reading some of the reviews, but I found this very easy to use. ... "
" ... It comes with a microphone and cardboard stand to help configure the speaker levels for the each of the speakers, which is pretty easy to use and delivered great results. ... "
" ... Pros: fairly easy set up. ... "
" ... Product was very easy to set up that even my dad could figure it out. ... "
Device Compatibility
15turn, receiver, setup, 2, tablet
+87%
-13%
" ... It wakes with any device, essentially it's just a background/seamless element that does what it's supposed to do, based on whatever device or component I'm choosing to use. ... "
" ... Control with your phone or tablet including power! ... "
" ... All in all, I love the receiver for my intended purposes, but it you want to get fancy with Alexa or mobile control there is a fair amount of hassle involved. ... "
" ... Can run it all with your iPhone. ... "
" ... Love the AirPlay 2 support! ... "
" ... Alexa setup was the most challenging. ... at the price I would say this is a great receiver for music or whole home entertainment. ... "
" ... Love the HEOS link to Spotify. ... "
" ... I can change the volume and the video source from Alexa. ... "
Software Platform
12denon, apps, app, unit, update
+75%
-25%
" ... Seemingly obvious and simple features like this are becoming more and more a part of forced obsolescence, as all manufacturers just herd everyone into streaming-only and no longer allow certain basic functionality ( just like why your DVD players no longer have Digital displays, or don't allow you to watch TV if you are using them to play CDs, which are presumed by the industry to no longer exist!!!). ... "
" ... While figuring out the audio return channel was challenging, it is great to have a system I can control from an app or web browser and keep hidden. ... "
" ... A buttload of apps supported. ... "
" ... All in all, I love the receiver for my intended purposes, but it you want to get fancy with Alexa or mobile control there is a fair amount of hassle involved. ... "
" ... Also, it streams music direct from my PC running Windows/Mezzmo. ... "
" ... It works great with Amazon music and other web services. ... "
" ... Alexa setup was the most challenging. ... Lots of power , lots of ability to tweak and adjust to room and taste, futureproof, good apps, connected to all devices including a NAS seamlessly. ... "
Price
11one, worth, value, receiver, money
+100%
" ... Sound is very good, well worth the money ... "
" ... Other then that, it will be heard to beat the bells and whistles for the discounted price. ... "
" ... Overall though it's certainly worth the price! ... "
" ... And at $529, it's a great price. ... "
" ... Price was very good for a one year old model. ... "
" ... by itself and at list price this is already one of the best receivers in the market. ... At 50% it's incredible value, and an absolute must buy. ... "
" ... For the money you cannot buy a better receiver. ... You won't go wrong with this purchase, it's an excellent value! ... "
" ... Great AVR for the price ... "
Ports
9receiver, player, hdmi inputs, cable, tv
+67%
-33%
" ... and none of the direct Optical Ins or Coax or Component Ins allow it . ... "
" ... The labeling of the HDMI inputs make switching sources very simple since they are the same as what is labeled on the remote and on the touch buttons on the front of the receiver. ... "
" ... Can't find a thing wrong with this receiver, 8 HDMI inputs which is exactly what I needed, simple, guided 7.1 setup including real time subwoofer level adjustment which I've never had on an AV receiver before. ... "
" ... I had the cable man connect the Denon to cable box and TV. ... "
" ... I had the cable man connect the Denon to cable box and TV. ... "
" ... Dig the 8 HDMI inputs! ... "
Apps
8apps, music, heos, channel, using
+75%
-25%
" ... While figuring out the audio return channel was challenging, it is great to have a system I can control from an app or web browser and keep hidden. ... "
" ... A buttload of apps supported. ... "
" ... Love the HEOS link to Spotify. ... "
" ... Also, it streams music direct from my PC running Windows/Mezzmo. ... "
" ... Lots of power , lots of ability to tweak and adjust to room and taste, futureproof, good apps, connected to all devices including a NAS seamlessly. ... "
Resolution
8tv, channels, upscaling, smart, receiver
+88%
-13%
" ... Every aspect is upper class from the 7.1 surround sound to atmos enabling to 4K upscaling to . ... "
" ... And it's a very smart system, working with my LG OLED, Apple TV 4K, gaming system, and BlueRay player. ... "
" ... The 4k upscaling is excellent and I've stopped using my 1080p apple tv for much streamed video since the e arc works so well with my 4k TV. ... "
" ... 4K compatible, including audio return path for sending Smart TV audio signals back to AVR. ... "
" ... One of the receivers is hooked to an LGOLED65C8 (2018 Oled) for a 4k picture. ... I can confirm that the unit will receive Dolby Atmos from a firestick 4k and also can receive atmos over ARC if the unit is functioning properly. ... "
" ... Gamed in 4K on my Xbox one X. ... Watched a 4K Blu Ray. ... "
" ... Bought this to replace my Yamaha receiver because of 4K and HDR. ... "
Features
8basic, using, sources, really, feature
+88%
-13%
" ... !… But just like every component these days, you really need to put in a lot of energy to operate and learn all the features, and some are completely not intuitive (like why can't I adjust the Center Speaker Spread to On or Off no matter what source I am using. ... "
" ... Has all the features of the new ones but almost half the price for what is probably really a $1,000 unit. ... "
" ... I have owned a Pioneer before and am very happy with their phase feature. ... "
" ... Haven't used all features such as multiple zones and sources yet but expect nothing other than continued excellence. ... "
" ... Major improvements in features and usability. ... "
" ... Up-to-date features at a bargain. ... "
" ... So many features it takes a couple of hours but the process is smooth and works well. ... "
Product Reliability
6using, months, model, hours, heos
+83%
-17%
" ... I got it in 4 business days. ... "
" ... For most who are not concerned about being herded into forced obsolescence, this is actually a Great AVR at half the price of this year's model!!! ... "
" ... Last year's (2019) model at a great value while they're here. ... "
" ... The new unit showed up and worked perfectly. ... "
Video Playback
4source, music, movies, movie, good
+100%
" ... Video is great also. ... "
" ... I plan to have another consultant complete the video by helping with a Blu-Ray player addition and tweaking my smart TV. ... "
" ... I plan to have another consultant complete the video by helping with a Blu-Ray player addition and tweaking my smart TV. ... "
Remote
4receiver, buttons, front, inputs, hdmi inputs
+25%
-75%
" ... Not the remote, not the buttons on the front of the receiver. ... "
" ... Only complaint: no universal remote. ... "
Cables
4cable, tv
+100%
" ... It is in a sweet spot price range and I was able to wire up all of my speakers to it well. ... "
" ... I had the cable man connect the Denon to cable box and TV. ... "
" ... I had the cable man connect the Denon to cable box and TV. ... "
Returns
4sent, send, return
-100%
" ... Sent it back immediately! ... "
" ... Sadly, it appears to be too late to return this piece of junk. ... "
" ... Will probably have to send it back, as much as I hate to. ... "
Controls
3set, control, subwoofer, input, alexa
+67%
-33%
" ... Menu is easy, and I've had absolutely zero complaints in my first month owning it. ... "
" ... Be sure to turn on LFE + Main in Subwoofer Settings. ... "
Volume
3speakers, set, room, play, spotify
+100%
" ... Installed in very large shop, running 4 big speakers. ... "
" ... This is setup in a huge room with vaulted ceiling and small but efficient Definitive Tech 1000 and 2000 speakers. ... It's plenty loud and clear with all sources although I haven't tried a turntable. ... "
CD/DVD
3player, input, cd, separate, connect
+67%
-33%
" ... Still fine-tuning it, but sound threw Blu-ray input is fantastic. ... "
" ... Blu ray movies were awesome from the start. ... "
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