I like to push buttons, switch every single setting, several times until I feel I understand the unit well. Typically with almost any electronics device you get these days you end up having to call someone you know thats good with these things or call the technical support. Not on this receiver.

Great system. Had an S900 Denon series before, which had 95 watts per channel while this one has 85, but the sound quality and clarity is actually better on this one. Didn't need the video upscaling features of the other higher-end models in the X-lineup, as my Samsung 4K TV does that just fine, so...

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  Sound quality and clarityNo video upscalingImproved user interfaceAudyssey XT for customization

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  Occasional 4K HDR signal passthrough issues with Apple TV 4K

So happy with my new demon receiver and the experience I had with world wide stereo.

The AVR-X1600H was to replace, and to be an update to, my Denon AVR-X4000, which I loved before lightning recently took it out. As a point of reference, my go-to receiver had been a B&K 507, but the company sold out and stopped customer support.

Had to replace my old faithful 9 year old Denon receiver when I up graded to an LG OLED TV that had all the newest technology. I’m very impressed with how this AVR has brought my entertainment system together.

i'm very happy with my purchase. this system has everything i need, with lots of room to grow. i was a little disappointed at first, realizing that it doesn't support rear wireless speakers, but i soon came to realize that my left and right speakers, along with my center channel are plenty enough!

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  the on-screen instructions made setup easy!

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  unable to add rear wireless speakers

This receiver was easy to set up and sounds great! The on screen setup app was easy to follow and I had no issues getting everything to work. I am using the pre-amp out to a multi-zone amp for whole house sound, and it too was easy to set up and make everything work.

Just love this AV receiver. It replaced an Onkyo-TX-NR535 and it's a great improvement. Love that it decodes almost all formats and displays the information on the screen. I also love that it recognizes the Directv Genie, and displays the name. Works great with Alexa.

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  Alexa compatibility

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  None so far

Easy to set up but not enough power to drive my Bose speaker as my 10 year old Denon amplifier, only one HDMI output so not able to connect Samsung center speaker

Replaced my older Sony STR-1000 with this Denon and I am so glad I did. My Sony stopped switching the digital audio inputs so it was time to upgrade. I had owned Denon products in the past so it seemed like a logical choice.

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  Easy setup

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