The heart of your home theater
The Denon AVR-S980H makes better TV sound simple. Power your speakers and connect TV, gaming, and streaming through one hub with 4K and 8K video support. Begin with a 2-channel setup, expand to 5.1, grow into 7.2 surround - using the same AVR every step of the way. Extend music throughout your home with HEOS.
Transform your TV-watching experience
With the AVR-S980H powering your system, dialogue sounds clearer, effects feel more dynamic, and picture and sound come alive together.
Crystal clear dialogue and precise sound
Dialogue stays clear and details stand out with 90 watts of clean power delivering focused, controlled sound in every scene.
3D audio immersion
Lose yourself in breathtaking 360-degree sound with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. Experience immersive audio that surrounds you from every direction, pulling you deeper into movies, music, and games.
Support for high-definition picture
Experience movies and shows with crisp 4K or 8K detail, enhanced color and contrast with Dolby Vision, and HD content upscaling optimized for modern displays.
Supercharge gaming with next-level sound and speed
Enjoy ultra-smooth 4K play, lightning-fast response, and 3D audio that moves with the action. Variable Refresh Rate, Auto Low Latency Mode, and AMD FreeSync keep gameplay fluid and responsive.
Legendary Denon sound
Engineered in Japan for stunning realism and meticulously tuned by the Denon Sound Master, the AVR-S980H delivers vivid, spacious sound that preserves every detail exactly as the creators intended.
Built to grow with you
Start simple and expand to a 7.1 or 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos speaker setup as your needs evolve. Connect components Powered by HEOS™ to create a whole-home sound system.
Your entertainment hub
Move from TV to gaming to streaming without hunting for inputs or remotes - everything just works the way it should.
ROOM TUNING
Better sound in your space
Most rooms aren't built for perfect audio. Audyssey MultEQ room correction technology calibrates your speakers and adjusts speaker levels and distances automatically so sound feels evenly placed at the listening area. You get optimized performance without rearranging your living room or knowing a thing about acoustics.
FAST GAMING
Supercharge gaming with next-level sound and speed
Enjoy ultra-smooth 4K play, lightning-fast response, and 3D audio that moves with the action. Variable Refresh Rate, Auto Low Latency Mode, and AMD FreeSync keep gameplay fluid and responsive.
ONBOARD TECHNOLOGIES
- Dolby Atmos
- DTS:X
- HDMI Connectivity with ARC/eARC
- 8K / HDCP 2.3 (supports both 8K pass-through and 8K upscaling of 4K content)
- Brilliant color from HDR 10+
- Dolby Vision
- Supports Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Quick Frame Transport (QFT) and Fixed Rate Link (FRL)
- HEOS Built-in
- Apple Airplay 2 and also supports multi-room audio
- Denon Setup Assistant
- Audyssey MultEQ room correction
- Bluetooth streaming
- Denon AVR Remote Control app
- Roon ready
Denon AVR-S980H 7.2 Channel 8K AV Receiver
Amplification
- 7.2 Channels
- 125 watts per channel (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD: 0.7%, 2 ch driven)
- 90 watts per channel (8 ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, THD: 0.08%, 2ch driven)
Speaker Impedance : 4 - 16 Ω/ohms
Frequency Response: 10 Hz to 100 kHz +1/-3 dB (Direct Mode)
Connectivity
Rear A/V Inputs
- HDMI x 6
- Optical TOSLINK x 2
- Digital Coaxial x 1
- Stereo RCA x 4
- Stereo RCA (Phono MM) with Ground Screw x 1
Rear A/V Outputs
- HDMI x 2
- RCA Subwoofer Pre-Out x 2
Front Inputs /Outputs
- USB Type-A Input x 1
- 1/4" / 6.35 mm Headphone Output x 1
- 1/8" / 3.5 mm Setup Mic Input x 1
Other Rear Inputs / Outputs
- Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Antenna Terminal Input x 2
- AM Antenna Terminal Input x 1
- FM Antenna Terminal Input x 1
- RJ45 (Ethernet) x 1
- USB-A (Power) Output x 1
Speaker Connectors: Binding Post Pairs x 7 (Front L/R, Center, Surround L/R, Surround Back L/R)
HDCP Support: Version 2.3
Input Sensitivity: 200 mV
Signal to Noise Ratio: 100 dB (Direct Mode / IHF-A)
Phono equalizer
- Input sensitivity: 2.5 mV
- RIAA deviation: ±1 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 74 dB (IHF-A)
- Distortion factor: 0.03 % (1 kHz, 3 V)
Maximum Dimensions:
Antenna: Horizontal 17.1"W x 13.4"D x 6.6"H
Antenna: Vertical 17.1"W x 13.4"D x 9.3"H
Without Antenna: 17.1"W x 13.0"D x 6.6"H
Weight: 21.0 Lbs.
Specifications are subject to change without notice
FRONT PANEL
Input Selector
- Select from six HDMI connected devices, plus CD, Phono, Bluetooth, USB, AM/FM, HEOS Music and TV audio
Large Display
- Large and clear display
- Use the status button to change the large and clear display or the dimmer button to dim the light
Quick Select Buttons
- By pressing one of the four Quick Select buttons on the front panel or on the remote, you can easily store and retrieve your favorite autio settings such as an input source, volume level, and sound mode for your convenience.
- Long-press to store your preferred audio settings
- Short-press to retrieve stored audio settings
Headphone Jack
- Connect your favorite headphones or use Bluetooth to connect your the Bluetooth headphones wirelessly
USB Input
- Enjoy your favorite music stored on a USB drive
- Not only MP3 and WMA but also WAV, FLAC, MPEG-4 AAC, DSD and ALAC are supported
REAR PANEL
HDMI Input
- Support six HDMI inputs with 3 dedicated 8K/60Hz, 4K/120Hz capable inputs
- All inputs support HDR, HLG, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, Deep Color and 8K upscaling.
HDMI Output
- Supports eARC for simplified TV audio connection, HD, and 3D audio transmission
Dual Subwoofer Outputs
- Connect up to two subwoofers for more balanced bass performance throughout the room
Speaker Terminals
- Connect up to seven speakers for 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos setup
- You can also choose 7.1 floor only or 5.1 + 2.0 multi-zone speaker setup
Dual Wi-fi Antenna
- Dual antenna for rock-solid Wi-Fi connectivity, even in congested environments