x3500h stereo amp baby brother?? Stereo, Airplay, Wifi amp control via App...does this not exist????

[Nakean]

I LOVE my x3500h. I want something similar for my living room but only need a stereo amplifier without all the Audyssey XT and 8 HDMI etc. Don't need a lot of power but do want, wifi, airplay, stereo speaker output and Denon avr control via my iPhone app. Am I missing something or does there not exist such a thing?

 

[lovinthehd]

I don't believe Denon makes such a thing. Maybe the Yamaha R-N803 for a higher cost, or just another 3500 at the current sale prices. Economies of scale and all that....

 

[AVUser001]

You mean a Stereo Network receiver?

Maybe get one more 3500 ;-)?

If not, one of these might work for you ..

From D&M:

DRA-800H (2019) Stereo Network Receiver AV Receivers | Denon

Bring amazing audio to your home with the DRA-800H (2019) Stereo Network Receiver. Home theater receivers from Denon integrate your home entertainment flawlessly.

usa.denon.com

Marantz US | NR1200

www.us.marantz.com

From Yamaha:

WXA-50 - Overview - Yamaha - United States

Connect a pair of your favorite speakers to this stereo amp, then use your existing Wi-Fi® network to access all of your music from a simple app. Add other MusicCast speakers, sound bars or receivers for wireless multiroom audio playback. Great for use with in-ceiling and outdoor patio speakers...

usa.yamaha.com

R-N803 - Overview - Yamaha USA

The elegant design of the R-N803 is equally matched with powerful brainy internals – a full suite of modern technological and connectivity features make the receiver even more captivating and result in a receiver worthy to take home to your Wi-Fi® and Hi-Fi.

usa.yamaha.com

R-N303 - Overview - Yamaha USA

We are pushing our Hi-Fi engineering ideas to extend into this entry-class network receiver with modern day wireless connectivity and the nostalgia of vinyl with a phono input terminal. The R-N303 is the perfect blend of technology and timeless design elegance.

usa.yamaha.com

etc

 

[lovinthehd]

Forgot about the DRA-800....had seen that before.

 

[AVUser001]

Forgot about the DRA-800....had seen that before.

only becos I keep looking at some of these 2 channel ones for my office.. , but might end going with a different soln(streaming dac + poweramp) to drive my new Focals.

 

[Nakean]

I don't believe Denon makes such a thing. Maybe the Yamaha R-N803 for a higher cost, or just another 3500 at the current sale prices. Economies of scale and all that....

I kinda figured. It seems like someone could make a killing here. Super simple 35 watt stereo receiver with wifi and airplay for under $300. No wonder Sonos is making a killing!!!

 

[Nakean]

only becos I keep looking at some of these 2 channel ones for my office.. , but might end going with a different soln(streaming dac + poweramp) to drive my new Focals.

It's only $50 more for the x3500h, lol! That's nuts to me!

 

[Nakean]

I do see the
Yamaha R-N303 which could be an option.

 

[lovinthehd]

Just depends....