About the Denon DHT-S517
The DHT-S517 packs a 7-driver, 3.1.2-channel array — tuned by Denon's own sound master engineers — into a single active enclosure with a built-in amplifier rated at 50 watts. A discrete center channel (a 1" full-range driver) anchors dialogue, left/right front channels (each pairing a 1" dome tweeter with a 4.75"x1.625" midrange driver) carry the main soundstage, and dedicated left/right height channels (2.625" up-firing drivers) simulate overhead Dolby Atmos effects by mixing surround information into the front and height drivers, since there are no rear surround channels.
A wireless powered subwoofer (5.25" driver, 100 watts, ported enclosure) pairs automatically with the bar for bass, though it still needs its own AC outlet. HDMI eARC/ARC handles TV audio pass-through with 4K/HDR video pass-through, and the bar comes with a learning remote that can control your existing TV's power and volume, plus HDMI CEC support. Built-in Bluetooth streams music, podcasts, and more from a phone or tablet, though there's no Wi-Fi, app control, or online music service integration — this model is TV/Bluetooth-focused rather than a HEOS network component.
Product Highlights
- 7-driver, 3.1.2-channel array tuned by Denon's sound master engineers
- Dolby Atmos decoding with up-firing height channels for overhead effects
- Wireless powered subwoofer included (5.25" driver, 100 watts)
- 50-watt built-in amplifier for the soundbar array
- HDMI eARC/ARC with 4K/HDR video pass-through
- Learning remote controls your existing TV's power and volume; HDMI CEC supported
- Built-in Bluetooth for streaming from a phone or tablet
- Rear-panel USB-A port plays music from a USB thumb drive
- Wall-mountable with included spacers and template
What's in the Box
- Denon DHT-S517 soundbar
- Wireless powered subwoofer
- 2 58" AC power cords
- Remote control (RC-1245) with CR2025 battery pre-installed
- 58" HDMI cable
- 6' optical digital cable
- 2 wall-mount spacers
- Quick Start Guide
- Safety Instructions
- Warranty Sheet
- Wall-Mount Template
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the DHT-S517 include a subwoofer?
A: Yes, a wireless powered subwoofer is included and pairs automatically with the bar, though the subwoofer still needs its own AC power outlet.
Q: Does it support Dolby Atmos?
A: Yes, up-firing height channel drivers simulate overhead Atmos effects by mixing surround information into the front and height drivers, since there are no separate rear surround speakers.
Q: Can I stream music wirelessly to the DHT-S517?
A: Yes, via built-in Bluetooth from a phone or tablet, or from a USB thumb drive through the rear-panel USB-A port. It doesn't have Wi-Fi or app-based streaming services like Spotify Connect.
Q: Will it work with my existing TV remote?
A: The included remote is a learning remote that can be programmed to control your TV's power and volume, and HDMI CEC support allows further integration on compatible TVs.
Q: Can the DHT-S517 be wall-mounted?
A: Yes, it ships with wall-mount spacers and a mounting template.
