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By What Hi-Fi? last updated 19 October 23

Updated The flagship AVR31 manages to justify its place at the top of Arcam’s pricey line-up.

By What Hi-Fi? last updated 4 July 23

Updated Yamaha’s RX-A6A upstages the competition with its spec and its sound.

By What Hi-Fi? published 25 April 23

We’ve waited ages for a new Sony home cinema amplifier and thankfully the TA-AN100 was worth it.

By What Hi-Fi? published 12 October 22

A newly refined sound and future-proofed features make the AVC-X3800H tough to beat – even at its relatively high price.

By What Hi-Fi? published 12 October 22

The price has risen but the AVR-X2800H is still an excellent-value AVR that redefines expectations at its level.

By What Hi-Fi? published 4 October 21

What Hi-Fi? Awards 2021 winner. As a home cinema amplifier that could last you a decade, the AVC-X3700H represents serious value.

By What Hi-Fi? published 4 October 21

What Hi-Fi? Awards 2021 winner. After taking a year off, Denon’s 6000-series home cinema amplifiers are back with an almighty bang.

By What Hi-Fi? published 11 August 21

Yamaha’s latest Aventage home cinema receiver boasts bold sound to match its bold styling.

By What Hi-Fi? published 10 December 20

Extra features and a more powerful performance means this superb Denon amp edges further ahead of its rivals

By What Hi-Fi? last updated 16 September 20

One of the most complete entry-level AVRs we’ve ever tested. It’s another belter from Denon.

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