Budget AVR that supports atmos/dtx?

[Cpt.America]

Hey all. I was about to recommend a $400 AVR (close to their budget) to a friend of mine, the denon s650h, when I realized after looking at the specs, that it doesn't support atmos/dtx, which is something she wants. Can you all recommend an entry level AVR, somewhere NEAR this price range that does? Much appreciated.

 

[Cpt.America]

I think I see that the entry level AVRs are entry level, and are priced so, because they don't decode atmost/DTX... one must step up to the next tier in order to get that, AVRs costing more like... $550 or so.... Something like the yamaha 680

Yamaha AVENTAGE 7.2-Ch. Bluetooth Capable HDR Compatible A/V Home Theater Receiver Black RX-A680BL - Best Buy

 

[lovinthehd]

Yeah the feature and connectivity options often open up a bit as you go thru the price-point ladder (and wouldn't be surprised in some cases its just a firmware thing to limit functionality at lower price points in some cases). Discounts nor stock are as available now as before Covid in a few cases, too....but you can also look at refurbs at accessories4less.com if you don't mind the terms and slight risk involved for the savings. There's that new Yamaha that has a retail of $600 and a different model number vs the same with a different model number for $200 less at Costco....