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Denon AVR-X5200W Dolby Atmos AV Receiver Review Review: The Denon AVR-X5200W 9.2 Channel Dolby Atmos AV receiver features a fully assignable amp section rated at 140 watts/ch x 9. We evaluate in a full Dolby Atmos 5.1.4 speaker configuration.

Denon and Marantz Offer Auro-3D Upgrade on Select Models Denon and Marantz announced that select models will be receiving Auro-3D (an alternative to Dolby Atmos) via firmware update. We break down what speakers you should hang to take advantage of both.

Integra Upgrades Existing AV Receivers to Dolby Atmos Preview: The Integra DTR-30.6, DTR-40.6 and DTR-50.6 AV receivers can be firmware upgraded to support Dolby Atmos. We break down these new models and give you the information you need.

AURO-3D Auriga AV Receiver Preview Preview: Auro-3D Auriga AV Receiver ($16.7k) supports up to 16 channels (13 amplified), and is currently the only product sporting AURO-3D's unique height and top speaker decoding and Dolby Atmos.

Marantz SR6009 / SR7009 Dolby Atmos Network AV Receivers Preview Preview: The Marantz SR7009 is the first AV receiver from the company with Dolby Atmos. Supporting up to 11 speakers (plus 2 independent subwoofers), the SR7009 can power up to 9 speakers at 125watts.

Denon AVR-X5200W and AVR-X4100W AV Receiver Preview Preview: Denon's AVR-X5200W and AVR-X4100W AV receivers are priced at $1999 and $1399 respectively. As you might imagine, these AVRs are packed with features including built-in WiFi and Dolby Atmos.

Yamaha RX-V577 Networking AV Receiver Review Review: The Yamaha RX-V577 is an HDMI 1.4, 80 watt/ch receiver, designed for digital entertainment with built-in WiFi and Ethernet; native AirPlay, Pandora, Spotify; and extensive networking features.

Denon AVR-S700W 7.2 Channel AV Receiver Review Review: The Denon AVR-S700W AV Receiver is priced at $499 and features HDMI 2.0, built in WiFi and Bluetooth, as well as Audyssey's Bronze package. Ease of use and great sound. Read on.

Yamaha RX-A740 to RX-A3040 AVENTAGE A/V Receivers Preview Preview: Yamaha AVENTAGE A/V receivers; the RX-A740 and RX-A840 to the Dolby Atmos ready RX-A3040 and RX-A2040. All new models boast HDMI 2.0, and wireless networking.

Marantz SR5009 A/V Receiver HDMI 2.0 Preview Preview: Marantz's new SR5009 AV receiver includes several big upgrades over its predecessor including HDMI 2.0 as well as integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth antennas for wireless streaming.