Sound United Brings DTS Virtual:X Technology to Denon, Marantz AVRs

Sound United is integrating Virtual:X technology in its AV receivers through a firmware update, said the companies Monday. Select Denon and Marantz AV receivers will have access to the update, which will enable consumers to get a Virtual:X immersive audio experience without needing height or rear speakers. DTS previewed the technology to the news-media (see 1706130060) in June, when executives told us the technology has a future in sound bars and TVs, too. DTS research shows fewer than 30 percent of consumers who buy multichannel AV receivers connect the height speakers and fewer than 48 percent connect rear surround speakers. Sound United AVRs eligible for the update are the Denon AVR-S730, AVR-S930H, AVR-X1400H, AVR-X2400H and AVR-X340, and the Marantz NR1608 and SR5012. Additional models will get the update in January and February.