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Small Size Powered Desktop Speakers
Ranked #4 of 14 in Small Size Powered Desktop Speakers - Denon Home 200: $399.00 each Amazon $399.00 eBay
Older model: the Denon Home 150 (ranked lower, rated 3.5/5). See every Denon Home generation.
Same family: the Denon Home 400 (larger model, estimated 3.8/5) and the Denon Home 600 (larger model, estimated 3.7/5).
Pros: The compact model in Denon’s 2026 Home range, replacing the measured Denon Home 150. A 102mm woofer and two 25mm tweeters each get their own Class D amplifier, giving it stereo sound from one speaker, and it plays Dolby Atmos Music. HEOS multi-room, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, USB-C and 3.5mm inputs are built in.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared directly with measured speakers; the rating is estimated from the measured Denon Home 150 it replaces. A single 102mm woofer limits bass and output in larger rooms.
Full Denon Home 200 review and specifications →
| Released | Mar 2026 (7 months ago) |
|---|---|
| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 3 x Class D |
| App | Yes (HEOS) |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | No Battery |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Dimensions | 8.5”H x 5.5”W x 5.5”D (216 x 140 x 140 mm) |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes (Dolby Atmos Music) |
| Drivers | 102mm woofer, 2 x 25mm tweeters |
| HDMI Input | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Optical Input | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (HEOS multi-room) |
| Power Bank | No |
| RCA Input | No |
| Stereo | Partially |
| Streaming Services | HEOS app streaming, AirPlay 2 |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | Yes |
| Weight | 4.9 lbs (2.2 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes (2.4/5/6GHz) |
| XLR Input | No |
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Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers
Ranked #9 of 28 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers - Denon Home 400: $599.00 each Amazon $599.00 eBay
Older model: the Denon Home 250 (ranked lower, rated 3.7/5). See every Denon Home generation.
Same family: the Denon Home 200 (smaller model, estimated 3.6/5) and the Denon Home 600 (larger model, estimated 3.7/5).
Pros: The middle model in Denon’s 2026 Home range, replacing the measured Denon Home 250. Six drivers with their own Class D amplifiers (two 114mm woofers, two 19mm tweeters and two 25mm up-firing drivers) give wide stereo and height for Dolby Atmos Music. HEOS multi-room, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, USB-C and 3.5mm inputs are built in.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared directly with measured speakers; the rating is estimated from the measured Denon Home 250 it replaces. Its up-firing drivers need a reflective ceiling to add height, and it is 300mm wide.
Full Denon Home 400 review and specifications →
| Released | Mar 2026 (7 months ago) |
|---|---|
| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 6 x Class D |
| App | Yes (HEOS) |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | No Battery |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Dimensions | 8.6”H x 11.8”W x 5.9”D (219 x 300 x 150 mm) |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes (Dolby Atmos Music) |
| Drivers | 2 x 114mm woofers, 2 x 19mm tweeters, 2 x 25mm up-firing drivers |
| HDMI Input | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Optical Input | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (HEOS multi-room) |
| Power Bank | No |
| RCA Input | No |
| Stereo | Yes |
| Streaming Services | HEOS app streaming, AirPlay 2 |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | Yes |
| Weight | 9.3 lbs (4.2 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes (2.4/5/6GHz) |
| XLR Input | No |
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Ranked #13 of 28 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers - Denon Home 250: $549.00 each Amazon $549.00 eBay
Newer model: the Denon Home 400, ranked higher, estimated 3.8/5, released Mar 2026. See every Denon Home generation.
Same family: the Denon Home 150 (smaller model, rated 3.5/5) and the Denon Home 350 (larger model, rated 3.6/5).
Pros: Two outward-angled tweeters plus two mid-bass drivers and a rear passive radiator give it true stereo separation from a single cabinet, each driven by its own Class D amp for a claimed combined 80 watts. Trusted Reviews called the sound confident and wide-ranging, with expansive, well-resolved detail and adequate low-end punch and substance. Amazon Alexa is built directly into the speaker via its own microphones, on top of AirPlay 2, Bluetooth and the HEOS multi-room app.
Cons: Trusted Reviews’ own complaints are a slightly disjointed hand-over between the bass and midrange, and a safety-first treble response that avoids sounding harsh at the cost of outright detail. Only network or USB-sourced audio gets full hi-res quality; MQA-powered Tidal Masters streamed through the HEOS app gets stepped down to 16-bit/44.1kHz.
Full Denon Home 250 review and specifications →
| Released | Apr 2020 (6 years ago) |
|---|---|
| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 80W (Class D, combined) |
| App | Yes (HEOS) |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | No Battery |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Dimensions | 11.8” x 8.7” x 4.7” (300 x 220 x 120 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 19mm tweeters, 2x 102mm mid-bass drivers, 133mm passive radiator |
| EQ | No |
| HDMI Input | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Inputs | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, USB, 3.5mm aux |
| Optical Input | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (HEOS multi-room, stereo pair with a second Home 250) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | External AC adapter |
| RCA Input | No |
| Stereo | Yes |
| Streaming Services | HEOS app streaming (Spotify, Amazon Music, Tidal, Deezer, SoundCloud, TuneIn), AirPlay 2 |
| TRS Input | No |
| TWS | No |
| USB Input | Yes |
| Voice Assistants | Amazon Alexa |
| Weight | 8.2 lbs (3.7 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes (2.4/5GHz) |
| XLR Input | No |
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Large Size Powered Desktop Speakers
Ranked #8 of 10 in Large Size Powered Desktop Speakers - Denon Home 600: $799.00 each Amazon $799.00 eBay
Older model: the Denon Home 350 (ranked lower, rated 3.6/5). See every Denon Home generation.
Same family: the Denon Home 200 (smaller model, estimated 3.6/5) and the Denon Home 400 (smaller model, estimated 3.8/5).
Pros: The flagship of Denon’s 2026 Home range, replacing the measured Denon Home 350. Eight drivers with eight Class D amplifiers: two opposed 165mm woofers working as a built-in subwoofer, two 66mm midranges, two 19mm tweeters and two 66mm up-firing drivers for Dolby Atmos Music height. HEOS multi-room, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, USB-C and 3.5mm inputs are built in.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared directly with measured speakers; the rating is estimated from the measured Denon Home 350 it replaces. It is 451mm wide and 8kg, and its up-firing drivers need a reflective ceiling.
Full Denon Home 600 review and specifications →
| Released | Mar 2026 (7 months ago) |
|---|---|
| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 8 x Class D |
| App | Yes (HEOS) |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | No Battery |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Dimensions | 9.9”H x 17.8”W x 8.9”D (251 x 451 x 226 mm) |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes (Dolby Atmos Music) |
| Drivers | 2 x 165mm woofers (opposed), 2 x 66mm midranges, 2 x 19mm tweeters, 2 x 66mm up-firing drivers |
| HDMI Input | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Optical Input | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (HEOS multi-room) |
| Power Bank | No |
| RCA Input | No |
| Stereo | Yes |
| Streaming Services | HEOS app streaming, AirPlay 2 |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | Yes |
| Weight | 17.6 lbs (8 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes (2.4/5/6GHz) |
| XLR Input | No |
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Ranked #9 of 10 in Large Size Powered Desktop Speakers - Denon Home 350: $749.00 each Amazon $749.00 eBay
Newer model: the Denon Home 600, ranked higher, estimated 3.7/5, released Mar 2026. See every Denon Home generation.
Same family: the Denon Home 150 (smaller model, rated 3.5/5) and the Denon Home 250 (smaller model, rated 3.7/5).
Pros: RTINGS measured it getting pretty loud with lossless streaming support from platforms like Roon, Tidal and Spotify, and found its Alexa voice assistant support outstanding, with hands-free far-field mics built directly into the speaker. Two 0.75-inch tweeters, two 2-inch midrange drivers and two 6.5-inch woofers are each driven by their own Class D amp, six in total, and the companion app adds bass and treble sliders for room-to-room tuning.
Cons: RTINGS measured a slightly boomy sound profile out of the box and disappointing directivity, so the sound changes noticeably off to the side of the cabinet, plus compression artifacts as it nears max volume. Bluetooth latency measured extremely high on both iOS and Android, making it a poor match for watching video over Bluetooth, and there’s no battery, so it’s an indoor, mains-powered speaker only.
Full Denon Home 350 review and specifications →
| Released | Jul 2020 (6 years ago) |
|---|---|
| AES Input | No |
| App | Yes (HEOS) |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | No Battery |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes (far-field) |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Dimensions | 15” x 9.1” x 7.1” (380 x 230 x 180 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 0.75-inch tweeters, 2x 2-inch midrange drivers, 2x 6.5-inch woofers |
| EQ | Yes (Bass/Treble sliders) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Inputs | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, USB, 3.5mm aux |
| Optical Input | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (HEOS multi-room, stereo pair with a second Home 350) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | External AC adapter |
| RCA Input | No |
| Stereo | Yes |
| Streaming Services | HEOS app streaming (Spotify, Tidal, Amazon Music, Deezer, SoundCloud, TuneIn), AirPlay 2, Roon |
| TRS Input | No |
| TWS | No |
| USB Input | Yes |
| Voice Assistants | Amazon Alexa |
| Weight | 14.8 lbs (6.7 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes (2.4/5GHz) |
| XLR Input | No |
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Over-Ear Headphones
Ranked #176 of 455 in Over-Ear Headphones - Denon AH-D5200: $799.00 Amazon $799.00 eBay
Older model: the Denon AH-D5000 (ranked lower, rated 3/5). See every Denon AH-D Reference generation.
Same family: the Denon AH-D7200 (higher-end model, ranked lower, rated 3.5/5) and the Denon AH-D9200 (higher-end model, ranked lower, rated 3.5/5).
Pros: Bass is lifted about 2 dB from 60 to 200 Hz while sub-bass stays within 1 dB of target, giving a full, controlled low end. The 2.1 dB deviation is smooth, and 24 ohms with 103 dB/mW runs easily from a phone or portable player. The large 50 mm driver and closed back suit relaxed home listening.
Cons: Treble from 6 to 10 kHz is about 2.9 dB under target and a 6.2 dB dip near 9 kHz dulls cymbals and air. At 385 g it is heavy for the class and has no microphone. The AKG K712 and Focal Spirit Classic both hold higher ratings for less money.
Full Denon AH-D5200 review and specifications →
| Released | 2018 (8 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Back | Closed |
| Built-in Microphone | No |
| Connection | Wired |
| Deviation From Target | 2.12 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Drivers | 1 x 50mm dynamic |
| Form Factor | Over-ear |
| Frequency Response | 5Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Harman Preference Score | 75 (measured by oratory1990, via AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 24 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB/mW |
| Sub-bass Extension | Within 6 dB of target down to 20 Hz (-1.4 dB at 30 Hz) |
| Tonal Tilt | -0.83 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
| Weight | 0.8 lbs (385 g) |
EQ Presets
Harman target
Set a preamp of -3.1 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response. Predicted Harman match with this EQ: 100 out of 100, up from 75.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +5.1 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 86 Hz | -4.7 dB | 0.23 |
| Peak | 8,914 Hz | +2.5 dB | 2.81 |
| Peak | 2,317 Hz | +3.1 dB | 1.77 |
| Peak | 405 Hz | +3.6 dB | 2.20 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -0.6 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 5,418 Hz | -4.0 dB | 4.92 |
| Peak | 1,225 Hz | +2.0 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 6,714 Hz | +2.2 dB | 5.01 |
| Peak | 40 Hz | -0.5 dB | 2.06 |
Neutral target
Set a preamp of -2.9 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted Neutral match with this EQ: 94 out of 100, up from 52.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | -5.0 dB | 0.70 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -1.3 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 174 Hz | -4.1 dB | 1.01 |
| Peak | 2,432 Hz | +2.8 dB | 1.55 |
| Peak | 5,345 Hz | -3.0 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 7,463 Hz | +2.0 dB | 4.41 |
Studio flat target
Set a preamp of -6.0 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted Studio flat match with this EQ: 85 out of 100, up from 18.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | -6.9 dB | 0.70 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | +2.0 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 181 Hz | -5.7 dB | 0.78 |
| Peak | 2,449 Hz | +6.0 dB | 1.90 |
| Peak | 5,347 Hz | -3.9 dB | 6.00 |
Warm target
Set a preamp of -2.3 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted Warm match with this EQ: 99 out of 100, up from 88.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +0.9 dB | 0.70 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -4.9 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 174 Hz | -4.0 dB | 1.15 |
| Peak | 412 Hz | +2.1 dB | 4.41 |
| Peak | 1,231 Hz | +2.2 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 2,277 Hz | +2.2 dB | 3.72 |
| Peak | 5,345 Hz | -5.7 dB | 4.61 |
Bass target
Set a preamp of -4.3 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted Bass match with this EQ: 95 out of 100, up from 82.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +4.3 dB | 0.70 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -1.3 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 176 Hz | -4.2 dB | 1.17 |
| Peak | 2,433 Hz | +2.8 dB | 1.59 |
| Peak | 5,345 Hz | -3.0 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 7,464 Hz | +2.0 dB | 4.37 |
Bright target
Set a preamp of -2.7 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted Bright match with this EQ: 81 out of 100, up from 32.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | -5.1 dB | 0.70 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | +1.6 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 174 Hz | -4.2 dB | 1.01 |
| Peak | 3,654 Hz | +2.7 dB | 0.67 |
| Peak | 5,220 Hz | -2.3 dB | 6.00 |
V-shaped target
Set a preamp of -5.0 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted V-shaped match with this EQ: 76 out of 100, up from 65.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +4.9 dB | 0.70 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | +1.9 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 174 Hz | -2.8 dB | 1.40 |
| Peak | 404 Hz | +2.3 dB | 4.55 |
| Peak | 3,654 Hz | +3.5 dB | 0.79 |
| Peak | 5,159 Hz | -2.0 dB | 6.00 |
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Ranked #220 of 455 in Over-Ear Headphones - Denon AH-D9200: $1,799.00 Amazon $1,799.00 eBay
Same family: the Denon AH-D5200 (lower-end model, ranked higher, rated 3.7/5) and the Denon AH-D7200 (lower-end model, ranked lower, rated 3.5/5). See every Denon AH-D Reference generation.
Pros: The bass is well behaved, within about 1.4 dB of target through the sub-bass and about 1.2 dB over in the bass, which gives a full but controlled foundation. A preference score of 71 and a 2.5 dB deviation show a reasonably smooth overall tune. A 24 ohm impedance and 105 dB/mW sensitivity make it easy to drive from portable sources, and the closed back isolates.
Cons: Upper mids are about 2.4 dB under target and a 6.1 dB dip near 2.3 kHz recesses vocals and piano. Treble from 6 to 10 kHz is 3.5 dB low, then a 6.4 dB peak near 11.9 kHz and 4.8 dB of excess air add a hot, uneven sheen on top. At 375 g it is a heavy headphone, and the price is far beyond what the response alone delivers compared with the Denon AH-D7200.
Full Denon AH-D9200 review and specifications →
| Released | Oct 2019 (7 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Back | Closed |
| Built-in Microphone | No |
| Connection | Wired |
| Deviation From Target | 2.50 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Drivers | 1 x 50mm dynamic |
| Form Factor | Over-ear |
| Frequency Response | 5Hz - 56kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Harman Preference Score | 71 (measured by oratory1990, via AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 24 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB/mW |
| Sub-bass Extension | Within 6 dB of target down to 20 Hz (-1.9 dB at 30 Hz) |
| Tonal Tilt | -0.80 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
| Weight | 0.8 lbs (375 g) |
EQ Presets
Harman target
Set a preamp of -6.2 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response. Predicted Harman match with this EQ: 100 out of 100, up from 71.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +1.4 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 190 Hz | -3.8 dB | 0.77 |
| Peak | 2,176 Hz | +6.6 dB | 1.99 |
| Peak | 1,036 Hz | -2.7 dB | 1.43 |
| Peak | 420 Hz | +2.1 dB | 2.13 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -3.4 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 7,028 Hz | +3.5 dB | 1.56 |
| Peak | 5,420 Hz | -6.3 dB | 3.42 |
| Peak | 4,317 Hz | +1.9 dB | 5.76 |
| Peak | 42 Hz | -0.4 dB | 2.39 |
Neutral target
Set a preamp of -6.2 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted Neutral match with this EQ: 97 out of 100, up from 50.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | -4.4 dB | 0.70 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -3.5 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 175 Hz | -3.5 dB | 1.06 |
| Peak | 431 Hz | +1.8 dB | 3.92 |
| Peak | 1,023 Hz | -2.3 dB | 2.87 |
| Peak | 1,846 Hz | +1.5 dB | 5.43 |
| Peak | 2,265 Hz | +6.0 dB | 2.21 |
| Peak | 4,124 Hz | +1.4 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 5,270 Hz | -2.8 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 7,346 Hz | +2.0 dB | 2.02 |
Studio flat target
Set a preamp of -6.4 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted Studio flat match with this EQ: 88 out of 100, up from 16.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | -6.3 dB | 0.70 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | +1.2 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 193 Hz | -5.1 dB | 0.76 |
| Peak | 1,048 Hz | -2.8 dB | 1.98 |
| Peak | 2,020 Hz | +6.0 dB | 1.75 |
| Peak | 3,009 Hz | +3.4 dB | 2.44 |
| Peak | 5,317 Hz | -2.8 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 7,099 Hz | +2.0 dB | 4.03 |
Warm target
Set a preamp of -5.8 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted Warm match with this EQ: 100 out of 100, up from 84.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +1.6 dB | 0.70 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -6.0 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 177 Hz | -3.4 dB | 1.24 |
| Peak | 435 Hz | +1.9 dB | 3.80 |
| Peak | 1,047 Hz | -2.0 dB | 2.96 |
| Peak | 2,205 Hz | +5.9 dB | 2.87 |
| Peak | 5,300 Hz | -5.4 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 7,459 Hz | +2.0 dB | 3.85 |
Bass target
Set a preamp of -6.2 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted Bass match with this EQ: 97 out of 100, up from 77.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +5.0 dB | 0.70 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -3.5 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 184 Hz | -3.7 dB | 1.26 |
| Peak | 433 Hz | +1.7 dB | 4.11 |
| Peak | 1,019 Hz | -2.4 dB | 2.79 |
| Peak | 1,845 Hz | +1.5 dB | 5.40 |
| Peak | 2,265 Hz | +6.0 dB | 2.21 |
| Peak | 4,124 Hz | +1.4 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 5,270 Hz | -2.8 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 7,344 Hz | +2.0 dB | 2.03 |
Bright target
Set a preamp of -6.2 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted Bright match with this EQ: 81 out of 100, up from 31.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | -4.4 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 176 Hz | -3.6 dB | 1.00 |
| Peak | 2,443 Hz | +6.0 dB | 1.51 |
| Peak | 6,734 Hz | +1.7 dB | 1.36 |
V-shaped target
Set a preamp of -6.2 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted V-shaped match with this EQ: 77 out of 100, up from 60.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +5.6 dB | 0.70 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | +1.2 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 180 Hz | -2.4 dB | 1.89 |
| Peak | 429 Hz | +2.1 dB | 3.59 |
| Peak | 1,046 Hz | -3.3 dB | 2.02 |
| Peak | 2,293 Hz | +6.0 dB | 1.45 |
| Peak | 4,148 Hz | +1.8 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 5,382 Hz | +1.9 dB | 1.05 |
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Ranked #230 of 455 in Over-Ear Headphones - Denon AH-D7200: $1,099.00 Amazon $1,099.00 eBay
Same family: the Denon AH-D5200 (lower-end model, ranked higher, rated 3.7/5) and the Denon AH-D9200 (higher-end model, ranked higher, rated 3.5/5). See every Denon AH-D Reference generation.
Pros: Bass is nearly on target, within 0.4 dB in the bass and 2.2 dB under in the sub-bass, giving a controlled low end. Low mids and air are also close to target, and a preference score of 70 reflects a broadly balanced, warm tune. A 25 ohm impedance and 105 dB/mW sensitivity make it easy to drive from any source, and the closed back isolates.
Cons: Upper mids and presence are 3 dB and 2.5 dB low, with treble 4.1 dB low from 6 to 10 kHz, so vocals sound recessed and cymbals dull. A 9.8 dB dip near 8.8 kHz removes a lot of sibilance and bite, which can make the sound feel veiled. At 385 g it is heavy, and the Denon AH-D9200 is only matched in rating while costing more.
Full Denon AH-D7200 review and specifications →
| Released | Dec 2016 (9 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Back | Closed |
| Connection | Wired |
| Deviation From Target | 2.57 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Drivers | 1 x 50mm dynamic |
| Form Factor | Over-ear |
| Frequency Response | 5Hz - 55kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Harman Preference Score | 70 (measured by oratory1990, via AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 25 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB/mW |
| Sub-bass Extension | Within 6 dB of target down to 20 Hz (-2.6 dB at 30 Hz) |
| Tonal Tilt | -0.77 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
| Weight | 0.8 lbs (385 g) |
EQ Presets
Harman target
Set a preamp of -6.1 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response. Predicted Harman match with this EQ: 100 out of 100, up from 70.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +1.0 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 911 Hz | -3.8 dB | 1.14 |
| Peak | 2,165 Hz | +6.5 dB | 2.19 |
| Peak | 154 Hz | -2.3 dB | 0.96 |
| Peak | 3,880 Hz | +2.7 dB | 3.68 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -5.9 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 10,000 Hz | +4.9 dB | 1.16 |
| Peak | 5,545 Hz | -5.1 dB | 5.60 |
| Peak | 375 Hz | +1.0 dB | 3.34 |
| Peak | 44 Hz | -0.6 dB | 2.39 |
Neutral target
Set a preamp of -6.2 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted Neutral match with this EQ: 89 out of 100, up from 50.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | -3.5 dB | 0.70 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -2.5 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 164 Hz | -1.1 dB | 0.91 |
| Peak | 379 Hz | +1.8 dB | 4.37 |
| Peak | 896 Hz | -2.7 dB | 1.89 |
| Peak | 1,904 Hz | +2.3 dB | 5.95 |
| Peak | 2,551 Hz | +6.0 dB | 1.26 |
| Peak | 4,215 Hz | +3.2 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 5,515 Hz | -2.0 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 7,428 Hz | +2.0 dB | 4.28 |
Studio flat target
Set a preamp of -7.1 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted Studio flat match with this EQ: 78 out of 100, up from 15.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | -5.4 dB | 0.70 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | +2.0 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 150 Hz | -2.6 dB | 1.23 |
| Peak | 406 Hz | +1.5 dB | 3.16 |
| Peak | 798 Hz | -2.7 dB | 0.54 |
| Peak | 2,020 Hz | +6.0 dB | 1.31 |
| Peak | 2,655 Hz | +1.6 dB | 1.40 |
| Peak | 3,654 Hz | +4.9 dB | 2.78 |
| Peak | 5,514 Hz | -2.5 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 7,315 Hz | +1.5 dB | 5.19 |
Warm target
Set a preamp of -5.9 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted Warm match with this EQ: 94 out of 100, up from 85.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +2.4 dB | 0.70 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -6.0 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 377 Hz | +2.0 dB | 3.65 |
| Peak | 908 Hz | -2.2 dB | 2.02 |
| Peak | 2,246 Hz | +6.0 dB | 2.06 |
| Peak | 4,039 Hz | +2.9 dB | 5.07 |
| Peak | 5,553 Hz | -4.0 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 7,797 Hz | +2.0 dB | 3.70 |
Bass target
Set a preamp of -6.2 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted Bass match with this EQ: 90 out of 100, up from 76.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +5.6 dB | 0.70 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -2.5 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 176 Hz | -1.2 dB | 1.99 |
| Peak | 378 Hz | +1.8 dB | 4.28 |
| Peak | 897 Hz | -2.7 dB | 1.90 |
| Peak | 1,904 Hz | +2.3 dB | 5.95 |
| Peak | 2,550 Hz | +6.0 dB | 1.26 |
| Peak | 4,215 Hz | +3.2 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 5,515 Hz | -2.0 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 7,428 Hz | +2.0 dB | 4.28 |
Bright target
Set a preamp of -6.5 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted Bright match with this EQ: 74 out of 100, up from 30.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | -3.6 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 164 Hz | -1.1 dB | 1.03 |
| Peak | 380 Hz | +1.8 dB | 4.34 |
| Peak | 975 Hz | -3.3 dB | 1.46 |
| Peak | 2,293 Hz | +6.0 dB | 1.06 |
| Peak | 4,217 Hz | +4.4 dB | 3.04 |
| Peak | 6,734 Hz | +1.2 dB | 3.43 |
V-shaped target
Set a preamp of -6.5 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by Speaker Ranking from AutoEQ’s measurement, in the filter layout AutoEQ uses. Predicted V-shaped match with this EQ: 69 out of 100, up from 58.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +5.9 dB | 0.70 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | +0.9 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 351 Hz | +2.6 dB | 2.26 |
| Peak | 1,037 Hz | -4.1 dB | 1.69 |
| Peak | 2,152 Hz | +6.0 dB | 1.03 |
| Peak | 4,227 Hz | +4.6 dB | 2.27 |
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Discontinued Denon Models
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Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers
Ranked #6 of 175 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Denon Envaya DSB-250BT: $250 Discontinued eBay
Pros: One of the early Bluetooth speakers with excellent all-around sound quality, very neutral and great soundstage. Deep bass without distortion at high volumes. IP67 waterproof and dustproof rating. USB charging port charges mobile devices. Built-in stand on back for sturdy tilted positioning. Measured bass extension of 57Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Expensive. Treble is rolled off. Phantom battery drain issue, would not recommend these days. Uses some stereo enhancement reverb that can sound weird to some. Not as detailed as higher ranked speakers. Discontinued.
Full Denon Envaya DSB-250BT review and specifications →
| Released | Jan 2018 (8 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 27W |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 57Hz |
| Battery Life | 13 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, AAC |
| Bluetooth Latency | 180ms |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Charging Time | 3.5 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 7.9” x 3” x 2.9” (200 x 77 x 74 mm) (W x H x D) |
| Drivers | 2x 40mm full-range drivers + passive radiator |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Maximum SPL | 97dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | Micro USB |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 1.7 lbs (750 g) |
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Small Size Powered Desktop Speakers
Ranked #6 of 14 in Small Size Powered Desktop Speakers - Denon Home 150: $249 each Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the Denon Home 200, ranked higher, estimated 3.6/5, released Mar 2026. See every Denon Home generation.
Same family: the Denon Home 250 (larger model, rated 3.7/5) and the Denon Home 350 (larger model, rated 3.6/5).
Pros: A compact mono smart speaker with a 1-inch tweeter and a 3.5-inch mid/bass driver that Tom’s Guide called great-sounding, with bass performance that belies its size. The touch controls light up via a proximity sensor for quick-select presets, Wi-Fi setup through the HEOS app is straightforward, and Amazon Alexa is built directly into the speaker rather than relayed from another device. A second Home 150 can be paired for stereo.
Cons: Tom’s Guide’s own complaints are that it costs more than the Sonos One and has no automatic room tuning to correct for placement. It’s a single small driver plus tweeter, so it won’t fill a large room or go especially deep without pairing a Denon subwoofer. Discontinued.
Full Denon Home 150 review and specifications →
| Released | 2020 (6 years ago) |
|---|---|
| AES Input | No |
| App | Yes (HEOS) |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | No Battery |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Dimensions | 4.7” x 7.4” x 4.7” (120 x 187 x 120 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 1-inch tweeter, 1x 3.5-inch mid/bass driver |
| EQ | No |
| HDMI Input | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Inputs | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, USB, 3.5mm aux |
| Optical Input | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (HEOS multi-room, stereo pair with a second Home 150) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | External AC adapter |
| RCA Input | No |
| Stereo | No |
| Streaming Services | HEOS app streaming (Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Deezer, SoundCloud, SiriusXM, TuneIn), AirPlay 2 |
| TRS Input | No |
| TWS | No |
| USB Input | Yes |
| Voice Assistants | Amazon Alexa |
| Weight | 3.7 lbs (1.7 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes (2.4/5GHz) |
| XLR Input | No |
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Over-Ear Headphones
Ranked #325 of 455 in Over-Ear Headphones - Denon AH-D5000: $699 Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the Denon AH-D5200, ranked higher, rated 3.7/5, released 2018. See every Denon AH-D Reference generation.
Pros: It uses 2 x 50mm dynamic with an easy 25 ohm load.
Cons: Discontinued, so it is mainly found used. A Harman score of 59 places it in the lower part of the over-ear rankings.
Full Denon AH-D5000 review and specifications →
| Released | 2007 (19 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Back | Closed |
| Connection | Wired |
| Deviation From Target | 2.92 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Drivers | 2 x 50mm dynamic |
| Form Factor | Over-ear |
| Frequency Response | 5Hz - 45kHz |
| Harman Preference Score | 59 (measured by crinacle, via AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 25 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 106 dB/mW |
| Tonal Tilt | -1.18 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
| Weight | 0.8 lbs (370 g) (without cable) |
EQ Presets
Harman target
Set a preamp of -6.0 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | -1.6 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 183 Hz | -3.5 dB | 0.67 |
| Peak | 3,215 Hz | +6.5 dB | 2.00 |
| Peak | 5,165 Hz | -5.5 dB | 3.54 |
| Peak | 510 Hz | +1.5 dB | 1.57 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -2.9 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 1,672 Hz | -1.2 dB | 1.84 |
| Peak | 45 Hz | -0.3 dB | 1.83 |
| Peak | 955 Hz | +1.1 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 2,321 Hz | +1.4 dB | 6.00 |
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