Denon AVR-X3900H vs Emotiva RMC-1L
The Denon AVR-X3900H powers more speakers (9 vs 0), has more subwoofer outputs (4 vs 1) and costs less ($1,849 vs $4,000). The Emotiva RMC-1L processes more channels (15 vs 11).
What each one works with
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| AVR-X3900H | RMC-1L | |
|---|---|---|
| Subwoofers that connect | 17 of 17 | 17 of 17 |
| Largest layouts on its own amps | 5.1.4, 7.1.2 | None: it needs power amps |
Specs side by side
Values that differ are bold. A dash means that model doesn't publish the spec.
| AVR-X3900H | RMC-1L | |
|---|---|---|
| Amplifier channels | 9 | 0 |
| Processing channels | 11 | 15 |
| Height formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X |
| Power | 105 W at 8 Ω | — |
| Room correction | Audyssey MultEQ XT32 | Dirac Live |
| Size | 17×7×15 in | 17×6×16 in |
| Lowest speaker impedance | 4 Ω | — |
| Impedance setting | 8 Ω, 6 Ω, 4 Ω | — |
| Subwoofer outputs | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 12.5 kg (27.6 lb) | 9.98 kg (22 lb) |
| MSRP | $1,849 each (MSRP, September 2026) | $4,000 each (MSRP, November 2019) |
Every spec and pairing: Denon AVR-X3900H, Emotiva RMC-1L.
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References
- Denon AVR-X3900H: Spec sheet, denon.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Denon AVR-X3900H: Manufacturer product page, denon.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Denon AVR-X3900H: Owner's manual, manuals.denon.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Denon AVR-X3900H: Owner's manual, manuals.denon.com, retrieved September 15, 2026 (2)
- Emotiva RMC-1L: Owner's manual, cdn.shopify.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Emotiva RMC-1L: Manufacturer product page, web.archive.org, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Emotiva RMC-1L: Manufacturer product page, cdn.shopify.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
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