Denon announces the European availability of a trio of wireless speakers-- the Home 150, Home 250 and Home 350, all featuring HEOS Built-in technology and backwards compatible with previous Denon and Marantz products.
The HEOS wireless streaming platform allows the addition of Home speakers in any existing setup. Customers can also start a new multi-room setup with one or two Home speakers, and add extra devices later. For example, one can pair two Home speakers in stereo, before wirelessly connecting them to a Denon DSW-1H subwoofer to create a 2.1 system with added bass. Customers can also connect a pair of Home speakers with a DHT-S716H soundbar and a DSW-1H subwoofer for a simple 5.1 sound system.
The speakers also connect with Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music HD, TIDAL, TuneIn, and Deezer, among others, via wifi, AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth connectivity. Wired connections come through a USB port and 3.5mm aux input. High-res music format support includes, FLAC and WAV up to 192kHz/24-bit, as well as DSD 2.8 and 5.6MHz tracks.
A proximity sensor lights up the touch controls on the buttonless pad once a hand approaches. Depending on the model, the controls provide a number of Quick Select buttons for one-press access to favourite internet radio stations. Voice control is also available through Siri, Google Assistant and Alexa and respective compatible devices. The three Home speakers have built-in speakers, and native voice assistant support will be added via upcoming firmware update.
“We talk about bringing joy to the world through sound, and Denon Home delivers on this," the company says. "This speaker range brings the renowned Denon sound to consumers who care about audio quality. Denon has managed to include its audio knowledge, gained as a market leader in AVR, into wireless speakers. Rock-solid as a single speaker, simply astonishing in a stereo setup.”
The Denon Home speakers are available in either white or black colours, with a water- and stain-resistant wraparound cloth allowing use in the kitchen or bathroom.
