Pioneer Elite SC-LX904 vs Denon AVR-X1400H

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To get informed with the specs of the receivers, we suggest you read the Pioneer Elite SC-LX904 and Denon AVR-X1400H review. According to the results of our review, Pioneer Elite SC-LX904 received 9.2 points out of 10 possible, and Denon AVR-X1400H was rated 7.3 points. The release date of Elite SC-LX904 is 2019, and AVR-X1400H is 2017. This review shows us that the Elite SC-LX904 is a better choice as a home AV receiver than the AVR-X1400H.

Main advantages Pioneer Elite SC-LX904 over Denon AVR-X1400H

Main advantages Denon AVR-X1400H over Pioneer Elite SC-LX904

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the devices received different marks - 10 and 7, respectively, on a 10-point scale.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. The Pioneer Elite SC-LX904 supports 11.2-channels sound, but Denon AVR-X1400H supports a 7.2-channels configuration.

RMS stands for the actual power of the receiver. The higher this value, the louder the sound can be produced. The differences between the models in terms of RMS power are significant - for the Elite SC-LX904 this value is 140/8 W/Ohm, and for the AVR-X1400H it is 80/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the Elite SC-LX904 10 out of 10, and the AVR-X1400H - 8.

Most receivers now come with a microphone included. It is with the help of this microphone that the auto-calibration system functions, which adjusts the sound of the receiver to the room.

Connectivity

The connectivity of competitors in our comparison is equal and was rated 8 out of 10.

Bluetooth connection is now one of the main communication protocols for the receiver's control or even music broadcasting.

Streaming services

Now music streaming services are gaining more and more popularity. They allow users to listen to millions of songs by subscription.

Extensive connections

The presence of many connectors makes the receiver more versatile. But there are also narrowly targeted models, the number of connectors which are limited to a certain area of use. And when choosing their own receiver, users need to consider exactly your goals for using the receiver. For extensive connection, Pioneer Elite SC-LX904 got 9 points, but Denon AVR-X1400H received 6 points.

Pioneer Elite SC-LX904 is equipped with 7/3 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Denon AVR-X1400H has 6/1 HDMI inputs and outputs.

HDMI eARC is the next step in the development of audio return channel technology, which works in conjunction with HDMI 2.1. Using eARC provides the highest sound quality for home audio systems. HDMI eARC is available only on Pioneer Elite SC-LX904.

The HDCP encryption protocol is now mandatory for most media devices. This security technology encrypts digital signals from one product to another. HDCP content-encryption protocol is present on Pioneer Elite SC-LX904 in the HDCP 2.3 version, and Denon AVR-X1400H has the HDCP 2.2 version.

Connecting a vinyl player or phonograph is possible using a Phono input which is represented by mini-jack or RCA connectors. Only the Elite SC-LX904 has a Phono interface.

Video features

The AV receiver is the heart of the home theater. And in this case, support for all current video formats ensures the best user experience, so it is very important to consider this when choosing a device. Video features of the Elite SC-LX904 were rated 10 out of 10 against the 6 for the AVR-X1400H.

Most of the AV receivers have a video scaling function, it is the process of reformatting the video signal to a higher resolution without losing the quality of the image. Upscaling the video signal resolution is possible only with Pioneer Elite SC-LX904.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the Elite SC-LX904 got 9 points, but the AVR-X1400H has 10.

Denon AVR-X1400H has the ECO mode.

Multi-room

As the center of a home media system, each multichannel receiver has an additional set of terminals for connecting the second set of speakers to create additional audio space in Zone 2 or even Zone 3 where audio can have the separate source.

Multichannel surround

Pioneer Elite SC-LX904 got 8 points for the multichannel surround sound and Denon AVR-X1400H got 7.

IMAX Enhanced is a licensing and certification program under which home theater devices deliver crisp 4K HDR pictures and powerful sound as it was designed by the IMAX engineers. Only the Elite SC-LX904 licensed by IMAX.