AV Receivers · Premium
Denon AVR-X3900H
Nine amplified channels with 11.4-channel processing and full pre-outs, so it runs 5.1.4 or 7.1.2 out of the box and 7.1.4 with a small add-on amp. XT32 room correction is included and Dirac Live is available as an upgrade.
- 9 amp ch, 11.4 processing
- 6 HDMI in / 3 out, all 4K120
- Audyssey MultEQ XT32 + Dirac Live option
- 11.4 pre-outs, 4 sub outs
Nine amplified channels with 11.4 processing means 7.1.2 or 5.1.4 out of the box and a full 7.1.4 with any two-channel amp on the pre-outs. Four independent subwoofer outputs let you level and delay two or more subs separately, which matters more than any headline watt figure. Audioholics rated the 2026 refresh a Gotta Have It on first look and Dirac Live is a paid unlock rather than a different receiver.
Watch out: Dirac Live is not included; the license adds to the price, and Audioholics bench numbers were still pending when this entry was written.
Pros
- 11.4 pre-outs and four discrete sub outputs
- All six HDMI inputs are 8K and 4K120
- Audyssey XT32 with Dirac Live upgrade path
Cons
- Dirac Live costs extra
- Nine amps only; 7.1.4 needs an external amp
- Big, heavy chassis
Specifications
| Amplified channels | 9 |
|---|---|
| Processing channels | 11.4 |
| Power (8 ohm, 2 ch) | 105 W |
| HDMI 2.1 inputs | 6 of 6 (8K, 4K120), 3 outputs |
| Room correction | Audyssey MultEQ XT32 (Dirac Live optional) |
| Pre-outs | 11.4 pre-outs, 4 independent sub outs |
| Formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, Auro-3D, IMAX Enhanced |
Specs come from manufacturer documentation and published reviews; check the retailer listing for the current revision.