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Denon S-102

Manufacturer: Denon Electronics Ltd. Part number: S-102

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Description:: Denon's S-302 and S-102 are the next-generation of the company's original S-Series models, the popular S-301 and S-101. The new models maintain the same compact form factor with minor cosmetic differences to the speakers. Both however, offer significant feature and convenience enhancements. Most notably, Denon has packed both models with advanced technologies that dramatically enhance both sound and ... Read more

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By David Katzmaier, 07/25/07

Denon SR-302 networked home theater system

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Despite the steep price tag, we liked the Denon S-301 when it came out a couple of years ago, citing its iPod-friendliness and good sound. The company is now following up with a few more high-end home theaters in boxes (HTiBs), so we'll take you through the entire "S series" from the bottom up. For details on the tabletop radios, models S-32 and S-52, click here; the other three will be available in September 2007.

Models (MSRP)

Denon S-32 ($499)
Denon S-52 ($699)
Denon S-81 ($599)
Denon S-102($999)
Denon S-302 ($1,699)

Denon S-81 CD home audio system

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Denon S-81

The S-81 isn't a true HTiB, because it lacks a DVD player, making do instead with a CD player and an AM/FM tuner. Its two speakers--designed by Europeans, according to Denon--are driven by 100 watts of power and should better than most compact audio systems. You can use its remote control to command an iPod if you connect Denon's ASD-1R iPod dock ($129), although since the S-81 lacks a video hookup, you don't get an onscreen display of your iPod's contents.

Denon S-102 DVD home theater system

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Denon S-102

True HTiB territory starts with Denon's S-102, which consists of the main DVD-player-equipped unit, a pair of speakers, and a subwoofer. Surround sound is simulated using technical trickery and two speakers, but obviously you shouldn't expect the kind of rear-channel effects made possible by actual rear-channel speakers. Prominent features include an HDMI output that can scale DVDs to as high as 1080p resolution; 35 watts of power for the speakers and 75 watts for the sub; and a new graphical user interface (GUI) that lets you view album cover art on the TV screen when you pair the system with one of the company's iPod docks.

Denon S-302

The successor to the S-301, the S-302 has all of the features of the S-102 but adds more power (50 watts for the speakers and 100 for the sub) and "powerful home networking features, borrowed from Denon's AV receiver lineup." In other words, hooking the S-302 to your home network, via either its Ethernet jack or its built-in Wi-Fi capability, allows the system to stream Internet radio and other music from network-attached storage devices or a PC or Mac on the network. The system requires you to install the TwonkyMedia software (currently $40) on your PC or Mac, and supports AAC, FLAC, WMA lossless, MP3, and WAV formats.

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Pros: Great looking with dvd upscaling to1080p/i

Cons: Surround sound is mediocre

Summary: Just watched my first movie after hooking up my Denon S-102 and was amazed how much better it sounded than my previous 2.1 system. I did own a Kef ...

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Summary: Just watched my first movie after hooking up my Denon S-102 and was amazed how much better it sounded than my previous 2.1 system. I did own a Kef Kit 100 (now the 120} but after 1 year it froze up and could not be repaired, so I have been searching for two months for a worthy replacement. I liked the Kef and would have given it a user rating of 8. I thought it had a very good surround sound and I paid around $1300.00 with stands. But now I am so glad I went with the S-102 because the sound was much more full and crisp. The sub woofer sounded better and smoother. There is also plenty of power at 35 watts per side and 75 watts for the sub to fill a large room. This unit also upscaling to 1080i and I could tell right away that the picture was more clear than before. I paid around $1350.00 for the total system. I used Cruthfield for the S-102 and Onecall for the stands(model # ASF-S07) I was very happy with both. For some reason Cruthfield does not carry the stands. I hope this is some help because I had trouble finding any decent reviews on this system.

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