Denon DHT-591BA Home Theater System with Denon AV Receiver and Boston Acoustics 5.1 Speaker Package (Black)

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• Product Dimensions: 21.7 x 31.2 x 22.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 74 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B003H04Q7S
• Item model number: DHT-591BA
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #34,405 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)

Product Description

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Packed with great features that assures a superb 5.1-channel surround sound experience, the Denon AVR-591 supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio decoding and it includes the latest HDMI 1.4a technology, which provides for 3D pass-through capabilities to your HDTV (broadcast and Blu-ray). This special DHT-591BA package matches the AVR-591 to a 5.1-channel Boston Acoustics speaker system (model MCS95).

The Denon AVR-591 with 5.1-channel surround sound and 3D pass-through capabilities via HDMI (see larger image).

 

The AVR-591 is matched with the Boston Acoustics MCS95 5.1-channel speaker system (see larger image).

The MCS95 speaker system features four identical satellite speakers using 3-inch mid-bass drivers and 1/2-inch dome tweeters, and the matching center channel speaker uses dual 3-inch drivers flanking a 1/2-inch soft dome tweeter. All five speakers can be bookshelf or table-top mounted, and they have an integrated "keyhole" bracket for wall-mounting. The powerful 100 watt subwoofer features a long-throw, Deep Channel Design 8-inch woofer that reaches all the way down to the lowest deep bass notes.

The AVR-591 features Dolby Pro Logic IIz, a technology that adds a vertical dimension at the front for a more exciting surround sound experience. Additionally, the AVR-591 features Denon's Audyssey MultEQ and AutoSetup capabilities, and it includes a tower type microphone for more accurate measuring.

With four HDMI inputs, the AVR-591 can easily accommodate a wide variety of HD sources, including cable or satellite set-top boxes, an HD game console, Blu-ray Disc player, and even an HD camcorder. The remote features discrete input selector buttons for quick source selection and includes dedicated buttons for iPod control with an optional Denon iPod dock.

Key Features

• Fully discrete, identical quality and power for all 5 channels (75 W x 5)
• High-definition audio support--Dolby TruHD and DTS-HD Master Audio
• 3D-enabled HDMI pass-through technology (HDMI 1.4a)
• All sources are up-converted to HDMI (4 HDMI in/1 HDMI out)
• Stable power supply for high-quality sound and picture playback
• Audyssey Dynamic Volume for real-time volume adjustment
• Minimum Signal Path for clear audio and video signal
• Compressed Audio Restorer to enhance digital music files
• Stereo mini jack on front panel lets you connect any portable audio player
• Measures 17-3/32 x 6-47/64 x 15 inches (WxHxD); weighs 20 pounds, 4.5 ounces

HDMI 1.4a Includes 3D Blu-ray Compatibility

Equipped with 4 HDMI inputs, the AVR-591 includes the latest HDMI 1.4a specification, which provides 3D pass-through (Broadcast and Blu-ray) capability.

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High Resolution Surround Sound

For the ultimate surround sound experience, the AVR-591 features a wide array of high resolution audio decoders, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, as well as Dolby Pro Logic IIx, which provides Music, Cinema and Game modes.

Quality Discrete Power Amplifier Section

The equal power amp design features 5 matched discrete power amp circuits, and each channel is rated at 75 watts (8 ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, .08% THD).

Easy Setup With Automatic Room Acoustic Correction

Audyssey MultEQ dynamic room acoustic correction system features a microphone (included) to automatically measure the speaker configuration and provide acoustic tailoring for the best surround sound experience. Dynamic Volume helps eliminate jarring volume jumps during commercials, and Dynamic EQ provides a rich tonal balance at any volume level.

3.5mm Front Panel Audio Input Jack

To fully enjoy your favorite portable audio tracks, the AVR-591 features a convenient 3.5mm stereo audio jack on the front panel, allowing quick and easy connection to your portable audio device. And, the AVR-591 features Denon’s exclusive Compressed Audio Restorer function, which completely re-constructs the full audio frequency range, restoring lost high frequency detail for the most natural and believable tonal balance.

Ergonomic Design Promotes Easy Control

With its programmable functions and intuitive button layout, the AVR-591 is designed to maximize ease of use. The front panel is smartly organized, featuring clearly-labeled buttons and onboard controls for volume and source. The AVR-591's remote can sync with other entertainment devices in your home theater, eliminating the need for additional remote controls. It can also be easily programmed with macro functions, giving you more flexibility in controlling your home theater.

Dock Connectivity for iPod and Network Streaming

Network music can be enjoyed via the optional Denon Networked Control Dock.

5-Channel Equal Power

5-Channel Equal Power connects 5 speakers independently without requiring separate power amps for the pre-outs. It complements Dolby Digital EX and dts ES sound modes, allowing you to connect the 'surround back' speaker straight off the main amplifier without adding a power amplifier to support 5.1 surround formats. With built-in separate internal amplifiers to power each channel independently, this feature allows you to enjoy the same high power output capability per channel, giving a balanced and truly high-impact surround-sound environment.

What's in the Box

Denon receiver/amplifier; remote control with batteries; Audyssey microphone; AM/FM antennas; operating instructions

Product Description

Combining Denon’s high performance AVR-591 A/V receiver with Boston Acoustics’ MCS 95 5.1 speaker system, the DHT-591BA home theater system features carefully matched components to provide thrilling surround sound for music and movies. The heart of the system is the AVR591. It's equipped with HDMI connectivity (1.4a repeater function) and high resolution surround sound decoders including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. The four HDMI 1.4a inputs are 1080p and 3D (pass through) compatible. The unit also converts analog video sources to HDMI (480i to 480p), allowing a single HDMI cable run to the TV. System calibration is accomplished with Audyssey MultEQ to optimize the Boston speaker system performance for any room. Audyssey Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ help deliver smooth tonal balance at any volume level, while eliminating annoying jumps in volume that typically accompany television commercials. The five channel discrete power amplifier is rated at a robust 75 watts per channel, a perfect match for Boston speaker package. The MCS95 speaker system features four identical satellite speakers using 3" mid-bass driver sand 1/2" dome tweeter's and the matching center channel speaker uses dual 3" drivers flanking a 1/2' soft dome tweeter. All five speakers can be bookshelf or table-top mounted, and have an integrated "keyhole" bracket for wall-mounting. The powerful 100 watt subwoofer features a long-throw, Deep Channel Design 8” woofer that reaches all the way down to the lowest deep bass notes. The DHT591BA is a feature and performance packed system that delivers exceptional value.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

75 of 75 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great system at a great price, July 1, 2010

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K. Wheaton "valleygardener" (Napa Valley, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Denon DHT-591BA Home Theater System with Denon AV Receiver and Boston Acoustics 5.1 Speaker Package (Black) (Electronics)

I ordered this for Father's day at the time Amazon did not have it available directly so went through one of the listed vendors EE. I actually called them directly and they were exceedingly helpful. Also gave a great deal.

The system is well packaged and very nice for the price---I'm not an expert audiophile but it sounds great to us. The Audyssey set-up is very easy. (although there are plenty of manual controls for those who like to tweak). The manual may be helpful to those who know what they are doing but for us it was confusing and we ended up calling for help. (One of the front speakers was not hooked up correctly and therefore none worked--once we resolved that the rest was pretty easy). Those who have set up surround sound before should have no problem.

The whole system is quality build not cheap HTIB. Of course this is not a thousand dollar or more system but for the average buyer it is a great sound and great price. Similar systems for the same price cannot compare. Speakers are nicely made and fit just about anywhere. Again Boston Acoustic makes a very nice product. The speakers are well matched to the reciever. Our Room is 16 X 22 feet, very high ceilings, hardwood floors and lots of glass. It also is part of an open floorplan. Plenty of full-bodied sound for us.

We set up cable box to receiver and then HDMI to TV. We can run TV without turning the whole system on which is nice. You will need 3 HDMI cables. One for the cable box to receiver, one Receiver to TV, and finally one from receiver to your DVD or blue-ray player. There are also plenty of conventional jacks.

This unit has a USB port for ipod and optional dock is available. The system uploads/coverts older VHS to almost HD quality. There are very few reviews out there on this system (as I write this) but the DHT-590BA is last year's model and this is an improvement. (new on screen menus and three quick-set buttons on remote) You can also find reviews for just the Receiver AVR-591BA (old model AVR-590BA)

I went with the EE recommendation and I talked to many retail salespeople before selecting this. I have an old Denon receiver that worked great that I have passed on to kids. They build a quality product.

One advantage this has over many comparable Receivers is it runs cool. Over time this adds to the longevity of the unit.I hope this helps others make a decision.

38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Premium sound and quality, for a less than premium price, August 27, 2010

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Rebecca Morn "Technowitch" (Placitas, NM, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Denon DHT-591BA Home Theater System with Denon AV Receiver and Boston Acoustics 5.1 Speaker Package (Black) (Electronics)

The number one problem with most "home theater in a box" offerings is the manufacturers usually pair a low-end receiver with even lower quality cheap speakers. The larger the number of speakers (5.1, 7.1, 7.2), the even greater likelihood you'll end up with the cheeziest possible speakers and a home theater receiver that just barely offers a decent range of features. We had a Kenwood HTiaB, bought maybe five or six years ago, and in that short time the sub-woofer blew out (okay at low levels...but raise it to normal movie volume and it crackled), some of the inputs never worked right (optical was hit-or-miss), I have $100 computer speakers which sound better than the Kenwood set, and the front display on the receiver sometimes worked and sometimes didn't.

Most of the time there's no offering in the price point above the discount junk, but below the hyper-expensive audiophile-level hardware. The low-end stuff just gets features added to it (hello Onkyo) -- but it's still not very good, and I saw from reviews that these systems were prone to failure, sometimes right out of the box. Meanwhile, most of us don't have a few thousand bucks to blow on a high-end home theater system. I nearly went with a Yamaha receiver, but leery about the comments noting it ran hot...plus then I'd still need to get speakers, which would've pushed the cost much higher (esp. since shipping for speakers tends to be insane).

This Denon / Boston Acoustics pairing is one of the few exceptions. Over the years, I've only owned a few Denon components, but they were always the ones that lasted the longest and sounded the best. As for the speakers -- okay, these aren't Kef or Klipsch -- but Boston Acoustics makes a fine speaker and this set is well-matched to the Denon receiver. I appreciated the fact the center channel speaker wasn't just a satellite turned on its side, but has two 3" drivers with a dome tweeter.

Why a 5.1 set-up instead of the newer 7.1 or 7.2? First, the Denon can support 7.1, so if later on we want to add the extra surround speakers, we can. Secondly, we're in a house situation right now where running a ton of wires just isn't going to happen, plus I've been told that most people can't tell the difference between a 5.1 and a 7.1 system anyway. Heck, most of Bose's market is based two or three speaker systems, and they're not hurting for business. Again, just as I wanted a 'happy medium' on cost, I figured I'd go for the same on the number of speakers.

The shipping packaging is solid, with the BA speakers and Denon receiver each in their own product box and these inside a larger, very sturdy box. (As I write this, if you have Amazon Prime, you can get it shipped free, or $3.99 for overnight.) Everything was there, including surprisingly adequate lengths of pre-trimmed speaker wire (most times the supplied surround wires are way too short). I had my own 16ga wire, but this was welcome anyway.

Set-up was easy and hampered only by my existing rat's nest of cables (now much less due to the receiver's HDMI capabilities) and the fact I had only short 6' HDMI cables (I've ordered a longer 3-meter one from Amazon Basics). The automatic Audyssey sound leveling took a little effort & time, and one might need to chase curious talkative family members away so as not to interfere with the tests. One note: Audyssey reported a phase error with the center and surround speakers; I checked the wires and they were correct. The manual mentioned certain kinds of speakers could produce erroneously detected phase errors.

After that, I checked the connections, fixed some input assignments, set the remote control codes, and boom, it was ready to roll. I popped in our Avatar blu-ray disc and it sounded and looked amazing. Even a regular DVD in our Yamaha region-free player looked better than normal.

Cons:
- Wish there were some straight RCA stereo out connections, so I could route non-HDMI sound to my TV, which is an older DVI-HD model (Hitachi projection set...approaching due for replacement). On the other hand, the Denon/BA sound combination is so much better than the old TV speakers, I'm not sure why I'd want to use them anyway.
- The speaker connection posts on the back of the receiver are very awkwardly placed, making it rather difficult to get wires on securely. I've ordered banana plugs for future use, but why they didn't put the entrance holes at the top and bottom of the posts rather than at the 2pm/8pm positions, I have no idea.
- The programmable remote couldn't control our Yamaha 5-disc DVD changer (ON UPDATE: Tried another code, for some reason it worked), and there's no way to program it to run our media player (plays AVIs, WMVs, MP4 video files off an attached hard disk). Minimal learning capabilities would've been appreciated.
- Also, for some reason, the media player doesn't retain its 1024i video setting between switching or powering up; it'll pass through fine if I reset it, but I think the player keeps defaulting down because it's confused as to the receiver's capabilities. Not the receiver's fault, I'm sure, because the blu-ray player doesn't lose its setting.

Pros:
- Excellent sound; our living room is very echo-y (stone floors, high ceiling) and even without the Audyssey compensation, it was a vast improvement. Afterward the adjustment, it only got better. Previously unintelligible movie and TV show dialog is now totally clear.
- Both the speakers and the receiver look and feel like high-end equipment
- The receiver runs surprisingly cool
- Loved the assignable inputs, a huge help when connecting non-HDMI equipment with a variety of optical, coax, and/or component cables
- The remote main controls glow in the dark, and the most used buttons are large enough to see and operate easily (the numbers/letters at the bottom of the remote might be problematic for those with large fingers though)

That old Kenwood HTiaB set? Recycled.

20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars STUNNING for the money!, October 4, 2010

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J. Delong "Fan of Fantastic Sound" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Denon DHT-591BA Home Theater System with Denon AV Receiver and Boston Acoustics 5.1 Speaker Package (Black) (Electronics)

I recently sold a very expensive B&W, JL AUDIO & Sunfire home theatre to save some money and had to replace it so I had something in my room. I have a ps3 and apple tv. I ordered this Denon and Boston setup. I am SHOCKED at how great this thing is. My set up I sold was over $7,000 of sound and YES it was better but, for the difference in money I would never do that again. This system is simply AMAZING for the money and could really be sold for much more. I am truly happy with my decision and I have absolutely no remorse of my downsizing. My living room has more space and less for someone to steal now.. LOL.... I am extremely pleased so here are my pros and cons.

Pros:
Sound quality of speakers and sub. Mids are a tiny bit lacking but, the sub actually makes up for it as it has a cross over for your liking. once I set that. HAPPY!
Really very immersive sound.
Build quality of all items is tremendous.
Ease of set up.
Ease of sound set up. Mic does it for you on screen in minutes.
It is simply awesome.
Denon unit is simple in design and use. looks great.

Cons:
I only wished I had never bought the expensive system to begin with. This one rocks loud and clear with plenty of bass.