About The Denon PMA-900HNE Streaming Amplifier
The Denon PMA-900HNE Integrated Network Amplifier, featuring Advanced High Current amplifier design, delivers superior audio from analogue and digital sources. With Phono input, digital inputs for TV sound, plus network audio streaming by HEOS® Built-in, Denon PMA-900HNE upgrades your listening experience from any source.
Streaming Amplifier with Analogue & Digital Connectivity: Bring out the best from your analogue, digital, and streaming sources with the Denon PMA-900HNE Integrated Network Amplifier featuring Advanced High Current amplifier design.
Built-In Music Streaming: Extend your audio experience with nearly unlimited sources. The HEOS® Built-in Wi-Fi connects to your network to provide near-limitless streaming options. Listen to a wide array of online music services or connect to a smart device via AirPlay 2 or Bluetooth. Supports Spotify, TIDAL, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Deezer, and more to wirelessly stream and enjoy the most popular music services.
Over 110 Years of Firsts In Audio Technology: Founded in 1910, Denon has a deep heritage of "firsts" in audio technology. This focused investment in audio R&D ensures you get the latest technology and highest quality with every listening experience.
Advanced High Current Single Push-Pull Circuit: Enjoy powerful sound with detailed, musical accuracy. The PMA-900HNE incorporates Advanced High Current (AHC) transistors with two to three times the electrical current supply capacity of conventional audio power transistors. The acclaimed Denon AHC single push-pull circuit is adapted from high-end models to join the discrete amplifier in the PMA-900HNE, producing powerful sound with musical fidelity.
Build Integrity with Thoughtfully Selected Components: With a more than 110-year legacy of designing premium audio components, trust that your Denon product is built to last.
"Roon Tested" Certified: All Denon products featuring HEOS Built-in, and AirPlay 2 are Roon Tested. Get more out of your digital music library with searchable, surfable information about your favourite artists and songs. Find lyrics, concert dates, photos, bios, reviews and more. Subscription required.
High Precision Electrical Volume Control with Variable Gain: The PMA-900HNE embraces electrical volume control while preserving the analogue feeling of operation. The unique mechanism offers a smooth and absolutely channel-linear control of the master volume.
Vibration-Resistant Design for Pristine Sound: Vibration-resistant design reduces the adverse audio effects of heavy components within amplifiers resulting in pristine sound quality that meets Denon standards.
Main Transformer with Individual Wiring: Separate coiled wires for the audio and control circuits of the PMA-900HNE's main power transformer eliminates interference and maintains exceptional sound quality.
Signal Level Divided Construction: The audio circuit uses the Signal Level Divided Construction (SLDC) chassis developed by Denon to ensure that delicate musical signals are faithfully amplified and transmitted to the speakers.
Digital Audio Inputs: Connect your TV, media player, computer or any digital source via the Optical and Coaxial digital inputs for an exceptional audio performance with the built-in DAC. The PMA-900HNE features three optical inputs and one coaxial input and supports PCM signals up to 192 kHz/24-bit to improve sound quality of your TV audio and more. Also, the USB-A connection can be used to input high-resolution sound from an audio source on your computer.
TV Auto Standby (Digital Input): The PMA-900HNE includes auto-sensing to automatically switch the unit on when it senses a digital audio signal from an external source like your TV.
MM & MC Phono Equalizer: The PMA-900HNE includes a phono equalizer that supports input from both MM and MC cartridges. This phono equalizer has high gain, and unlike loops in other circuit board patterns which cause adverse effects on sound quality, the simple, straightforward design significantly improves sound quality.
Hi-Res Audio Certified: Enjoy your audiophile-quality digital collection from a USB drive or through your network connection including formats like MP3, ALAC, WAV, FLAC HD, and DSD.
Works with Alexa: Control the PMA-900HNE hands-free with Amazon Alexa and your voice. Adjust the volume, skip to the next track, and more "Just Ask." Requires Alexa app and Amazon Echo, Dot, or equivalent.
Works with Google Assistant: Ask your Google Assistant speaker or phone to stream your favourite songs. Control volume, play, pause, skip tracks, and more.
Denon PMA-900HNE Review
"Denon's PMA-900HNE is a perfect choice for music lovers building an affordable system with wide functionality and powerful sound. The company's proven Advanced High Current technology is on hand to capably drive partnering loudspeakers and – in a first for a Denon integrated amp – HEOS wireless streaming and app control join a connections roster that also includes Bluetooth and a headphone socket. Using the PMA-900HNE with a turntable or television is also possible too, the latter via its ability to learn the commands of a TV remote. Pick it up with Denon's equally affordable DCD-900NE CD player and you have a brilliant two-box system that covers all the bases." EISA Best Product Award
Our Take
At first, it looks like the PMA-900HNE is your typical integrated amplifier with the nice addition of digital inputs, and if that was all it was it would be quite enough at the attractive price. But then you learn that this is actually a streamer as well with the ability to play all the main streaming services such as Spotify, TIDAL, Deezer & Amazon Music. But wait, there's more, the 900HNE is also Roon Tested which is pretty cool and it can work with both Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant which is even cooler. Of course, despite all this icing, there is still plenty of cake with analogue inputs, including MM/MC phono, and digital inputs, including Coaxial, Optical & USB-A, and a solid, thoughtfully designed amplifier that will happily power most speakers in medium sized rooms. All up, a very nice, very unassuming package.
Main Features & Specifications
- Design: Streaming Amplifier with Analogue and Digital Connectivity
- 2 x 50 Watts into 8 Ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.07% THD
- 2 x 85 Watts into 4 Ohms (1 kHz, 0.7% THD)
- 4 Ohm capability allows use with a wide range of speakers
- Source Direct mode bypasses tone control circuits for cleaner sound
- Advanced Ultra High Current single push-pull circuit power amplifier
- Signal-To-Noise Ratio: 105 dB (line in), 86 dB (moving magnet), 71 dB (moving coil)
- Low-Noise OLED front-panel display
- Front-Panel tone controls (treble and bass)
- Remote Control included
Connections
- 3 Optical & 1 Coaxial Digital audio inputs
- Ethernet Port for connecting to your home network
- USB Type-A for streaming music from a thumb drive
- Dedicated Phono Stage compatible with moving coil and moving magnet cartridges
- 3 Stereo RCA inputs for analogue sources
- Stereo RCA audio output for recording
- Mono RCA output for a powered subwoofer
- Binding Posts and front-panel A/B switching for two pairs of speakers
- Built-In Headphone Amplifier with full-size 6.35 mm (¼") jack on front panel
Network Streaming
- Built-In Dual-Band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2
- HEOS Built-In Technology:
- Internet Radio via TuneIn, iHeart Radio and more
- Cloud-Based access to popular streaming services, including Spotify Connect, Apple Music, TIDAL, Deezer and more
- Wirelessly connects compatible HEOS components for whole-home audio
- Works with Amazon Alexa (voice control device sold separately)
- Apple AirPlay® 2 allows wireless streaming via iPhone®, iPad®, iPod® or computer running iTunes®
- Works as a Roon player (requires subscription and Roon Core running on your network)
- Roon Core is media server software that runs on your computer, NAS drive, or other compatible hardware
General
- Removable Power Cable: Upgrade the Power Cable for better performance
- Included Accessories: 1.7m Power Cable, RC-1246 Remote Control, 2 'AAA' Batteries, 2 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Antennas, Quick Start Guide, Spotify Connect Instructions, Heos Brochure, Safety Instructions, Notes on Radio, Warranty Information, Bluetooth/Wi-Fi antenna note
- Available Finishes: Black & Silver
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 434 x 131 x 376mm
- Weight: 8.3 kg
- Manufacturer's Warranty: 2 Years
Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.