Denon AVR-1602 5.1 AVR 350 Watt
$145.00
Seventy watts to each of five channels, with Dolby Digital, DTS and Pro Logic II — the version that gives the rear channels full bandwidth rather than the old 7 kHz limit. 24-bit/96 kHz converters, a 5.1 direct input, assignable coaxial and optical digital inputs, and Personal Memory Plus to hold levels and mode per source. Tested and working well; a third-party pre-programmed universal remote is included.
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Denon AVR-1602 Five-Channel A/V Surround Receiver – Tested and Working Well, Pre-Programmed Universal Remote
Experience versatile home theater performance with the Denon AVR-1602—a capable five-channel A/V receiver from the early 2000s that brings Dolby Digital, DTS, and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding to your entertainment system. Fully tested and working well, this receiver comes equipped with a third-party pre-programmed universal remote for convenient control of multiple components.
Surround Sound Capabilities:
The AVR-1602 delivers 70 watts per channel across all five channels (front left/right, center, surround left/right), providing balanced power distribution for full 5.1-channel home theater playback. The receiver supports multiple surround modes including Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, and DTS, with additional creative modes like Jazz Club, Rock Arena, and Video Game to enhance different program material.
Dolby Pro Logic II stands out as a key feature—it processes 2-channel stereo sources into convincing 5.1-channel surround sound with full-frequency rear channel separation (unlike original Pro Logic limited to 7kHz). Users consistently praise the AVR-1602’s exceptional clarity and signal distribution across all speakers.
Advanced Processing & Setup:
24-bit, 96kHz D/A converters for superior digital audio conversion
5.1-channel direct input for connecting external surround decoders
Personal Memory Plus function automatically memorizes surround mode, channel volumes, and parameters for each input
Room size, effect level, and delay time adjustments for customizing surround parameters
Test tone feature for independent channel level calibration
Dynamic Range Compression (D.COMP.) for late-night listening with reduced dynamic range
Comprehensive Connectivity:
Three composite video inputs (DVD/VDP, TV/DBS, VCR) plus monitor output
S-video connections on multiple inputs for superior video quality
Coaxial and optical digital inputs (with assignable inputs) for connecting digital audio sources
Stereo RCA inputs (CD, CD-R/Tape, VCR, and additional EXT. input)
5.1-channel surround inputs (6 RCA jacks) for outboard decoder compatibility
Subwoofer preout (mono RCA)
Optical digital output for recording
Headphone output (standard 6.3mm jack)
AM/FM tuner with antenna inputs
Pre-Programmed Universal Remote:
Included is a third-party pre-programmed universal remote—ready to control your entire home theater system including DVD players, VCRs, laser disc players, and televisions without additional programming.
Specifications:
Type: 5-channel A/V surround receiver
Power Output: 70W per channel (front, center, surround) into 8Ω
Frequency Response: 10Hz to 100kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.08%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 98dB (line input)
Input Sensitivity: 200mV (line)
Speaker Load Impedance: 6Ω to 16Ω
Surround Modes: Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II (Movie/Music modes), DTS, 5-Channel Stereo, Mono Movie, Rock Arena, Jazz Club, Video Game, Matrix, Virtual, Panorama
D/A Conversion: 24-bit, 96kHz converters
Digital Inputs: 2 (coaxial and optical)
Video Inputs: Composite and S-video
Speaker Connections: A/B front outputs, center, and surround (standard binding posts)
Dimensions: 434 × 147 × 417mm (17.1″ W × 5.8″ H × 16.4″ D)
Weight: 9.8kg (21.6 lbs)
Year: 2001-2002
User Feedback:
Audio enthusiasts consistently praise the AVR-1602 for excellent value, impressive surround decoding, and clear signal routing to each channel. One user noted: “The Denon produced such clarity for my DVDs and CDs it made my inexpensive speakers sound better than they ever have.” Another observed: “The signal distribution to each channel is outstanding… you hear everything so clearly from each speaker.”
Summary:
The Denon AVR-1602 is an excellent foundation for a versatile home theater system, delivering sophisticated surround processing, clean amplification, and flexible connectivity in a straightforward, user-friendly package. Fully tested and ready to integrate into your entertainment setup, this receiver brings early-2000s A/V sophistication at an accessible price point.
Purchase with Confidence
Includes Radique Audio Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty
Perpetual Trade-Back Program—upgrade or swap with peace of mind
Radique Audio Pricing: Contact for pricing—reflecting tested performance, included pre-programmed universal remote, and reliable Denon home theater engineering.
| Weight | 23.6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20.4 × 21.1 × 10 in |
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Denon traces its roots to a Japanese record and gramophone company founded in 1910, and its name comes from denki onkyo, "electric sound". For decades it built broadcast equipment for Japan's NHK, and its DL-103 cartridge was developed with NHK. Since 2002 it has shared a parent company with Marantz. We carry Denon AV receivers, stereo receivers, integrated amplifiers and CD players. We've had more than 160 Denon listings so far. Every used Denon here is inspected, tested and serviced as required, then photographed in-house and covered by our Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty and Perpetual Trade-Back Program. Every AV receiver we list is tested input by input on our bench: each HDMI input and output, the analog, optical and coaxial inputs, the subwoofer outputs and the wireless features where it has them. Looking for new Denon? We also quote new Denon direct from the Canadian distributor, with free shipping within Canada: request a quote below. Don't see the model you want? Tell us on First Dibs and we'll email you when one arrives.
The Denon story
Denon says it first came into existence in 1910 as part of Nippon Chikuonki Shokai, the Japan Recorders Corporation, a record and gramophone company. Its direct predecessor, Japan Electric Sound Company, dates from 1939, and became Japan Denki Onkyo in 1944. The company joined Nippon Columbia in the 1940s.
Broadcast roots. From 1939 Denon supplied NHK, Japan's public broadcaster, with disc recorders and other broadcast equipment. The DL-103 moving-coil cartridge was developed with NHK in the 1960s and sold to the public from 1970.
Hi-fi. The DP-5000 of 1970 was Denon's first consumer record player, and the PMA-500 of 1972 its first integrated amplifier. Denon calls its DN-023R of 1972 the world's first practical PCM digital recorder. Its first consumer CD player, the DCD-2000, came in the early 1980s, and its first AV amplifier, the AVC-500, in 1985.
D&M and today. Denon was spun off from Nippon Columbia in 2001 and combined with Marantz in D&M Holdings in 2002. Sound United bought the group in 2017, Masimo bought Sound United in 2022, and in September 2025 HARMAN, a Samsung company, completed its purchase of Sound United.
Which Denon is which?
DRA stereo receivers: such as the DRA-625R of the late 1980s and the DRA-835R, up to the DRA-800H of 2019 with HDMI inputs.
AV receivers: the AVC line from 1985, AVR-numbered models such as the AVR-1800 and AVR-3808CI, and the AVR-X range from 2013.
PMA integrated amplifiers: from the PMA-500 of 1972 to current models such as the PMA-600NE.
DCD CD players: from the DCD-2000 and DCD-1800 onward, and DCM changers.
DP turntables: direct-drive models such as the DP-3000 (1972) and DP-7000 (1976), and 1980s automatic models such as the DP-47F.
DL-103 cartridge: a low-output moving-coil design, still made by hand at Denon's Shirakawa factory, Denon says.
Buying used Denon: what to check
HDMI boards. On modern AV receivers, HDMI is usually the first thing to fail; owners report failed HDMI boards on models such as the AVR-3808CI. Test every HDMI input and output, with the on-screen menus. We do that on every one we list.
2020 HDMI 2.1 models. Some 2020 receivers, such as the AVR-X2700H, could show a black screen with 4K/120Hz sources; a free external adapter was offered, and later units have the fixed chip. Ask whether the adapter comes with the receiver.
Output stages. Play any amplifier or receiver at a realistic level on both channels; owners report protection-mode faults after abuse.
CD players and turntables. Check tray belts and play several discs, including a CD-R. On an automatic turntable, play a full side, including auto return.
DL-103. It needs a moving-coil phono stage or step-up, and its low compliance suits medium- or high-mass tonearms.
Everything we list is inspected, tested and serviced as required here, and comes with our warranty.
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