DENON HOME SOUNDBAR 550
User Guide
3D Surround Sound from a Compact Sound Bar
Engineered to deliver powerful Denon home theatre, 3D audio for your movies, and to work seamlessly within the HEOS Built-in ecosystem for Hi-Res audio streaming and multi-room music enjoyment.
| HIGHLIGHTS | YOUR BENEFITS |
| Amazing audio quality built on 110 years of innovation | Founded in 1910, Denon enables the moments that matter through the relentless pursuit of quality, innovation, and audio performance |
| Dolby Atmos & DTS:X 3D Audio | Denon has been the leader in home theatre audio for decades. Upgrade your TV watching with theatre-grade Dolby Atmos and DTS:X soundtracks from a single, compact soundbar |
| Stream music with HEOS Built-in | Enjoy Spotify, Amazon Music HD, TIDAL, TuneIn, Deezer, and more via Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2 or Bluetooth connection |
| Compact and clean | The Denon Home Sound Bar 550’s compact 65cm footprint saves space without sacrificing performance |
| One-cable HDMI connection | Get great Denon home theatre sound from the simplest setup thanks to eARC (enhanced Audio Return Channel) support to connect your TV system with ease |
| Hi-Res audio playback | Denon Home Sound Bar 550 allows for gapless playback of high-resolution files including 192kHz/24-bit FLAC, WAV, ALAC, and DSD 2.8/5.6MHz via Network or rear USB port |
| Apple AirPlay 2 certified | Use AirPlay 2 to stream Apple music wirelessly to your Denon Home Sound Bar 550, or group with other AirPlay-compatible speakers to fill your entire home with music |
| Optional Wireless Surrounds and Subwoofer | Optional Denon Home 150, 250, or 350 (or any HEOS speaker) can be paired as dedicated rear speakers, as well as the DSW-1H subwoofer, to create a full 5.1 system |
| Simple to Setup and Use | Set up in just minutes, then control with the included remote, your TV remote, the HEOS app or the on-board control panel |
| Control at your fingertips | When your hand gets close, the on-speaker control panel lights up, allowing for easy control including volume adjustment, play/pause, and more |
| Wireless whole-home audio | Group other devices (AV receivers, HiFi products, and speakers) with HEOS Built-in to play the same or different audio content in multiple rooms, wirelessly |
The Denon Home Sound Bar 550
Engineered to deliver powerful Denon home theatre, 3D audio for your movies, and to work seamlessly within the Denon Home ecosystem for HiRes audio streaming and multi-room music enjoyment.
Dolby Atmos & DTS:X 3D Audio
Denon has been the leader in home theatre audio for decades, including deep expertise in 3D surround sound from Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. Theatregrade processing for the Denon Home Sound Bar 550’s six-driver array makes every movie feel huge. Add optional rear Denon Home speakers as surrounds to really open up the room.
Stream Music with HEOS Built-in
Millions of available songs. Thousands of Hi-Res audio tracks. Controllable with a single app. Stream the music of your choice, including your own digital library, directly to your soundbar or throughout your HEOS or Denon Home ecosystem.
Compact and clean
Big, bulky soundbars have their place in the world, but not under your TV. The Denon Home Sound Bar 550’s compact 65cm footprint saves space without sacrificing performance. The clean, simple industrial design makes it suitable for any room.
HDMI eARC
eARC (enhanced Audio Return Channel) receives unprecedented amounts of audio data from your TV, including 3D Atmos and DTS:X audio signals. Get great Denon home theatre sound from the simplest setup.
4K, Dolby Vision, HDR10
Cinematic TV with stunning, nuanced contrast, detailed imaging, and brilliant colors and depth. Supports 4K televisions for video as detailed as its sound.
Control at your fingertips
When your hand gets close, the on-speaker control panel lights up, allowing for easy control including volume adjustment, play/pause, and the ability to skip or restart songs without using the app.
Sophisticated driver arrangement
The unique 4.0, six-driver arrangement offers everything you need for great 3D surround sound without taking up too much space under your TV. A combination of premium 19mm soft dome tweeters, 55mm full-range drivers, and 50mm x 90mm passive radiators create balanced, powerful, detailed sound.
Wireless Surround Sound with Denon Home Speakers
Optional Denon Home 150, 250, or 350 (or any HEOS speaker) can be paired as dedicated rear speakers, creating dynamic Denon surround sound all around you. If you’re looking for even more bass in your home theatre, connect a wireless Denon DSW-1H subwoofer.
Simple Wireless Setup for Quick Enjoyment
Connect to the TV, connect to a power outlet, and use the HEOS app to set up the Denon Home Sound Bar 550 on your home Wi-Fi network. You’re done.
Works with your TV remote
The Denon Home Sound Bar 550 has most of the leading television remote control codes built-in, so you can control the soundbar with your TV’s remote.
Compatible with HEOS Built-in Products
The Denon Home Sound Bar 550 syncs with your current Denon AV receiver, Hi-Fi system, HEOS, or Denon Home speakers with HEOS Built-in to expand the way you enjoy music in your home.
Amazing Sound Built on 110 Years of Innovation
As Japan’s first audio electronics manufacturer with a deep legacy of firsts —Denon is the defining audio company of Japan. Founded in 1910, we enable the moments that matter through the relentless pursuit of quality, innovation, and audio performance. We innovate for a better experience.
Technical Information | |
| Dimension/Weight | 650 x 75 x 120mm (WxHxD) 3.3 kg |
| Dimensions/Weight packed | 803 x 198 x 177mm (WxHxD) 4.8 kg |
| Driver Size | Tweeter x 2 – 19mm Full-Range x 4 – 55mm Passive Radiator x 3 – 50x90mm |
| Power Amplifier | 4-channel |
| Wireless Technology | |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4GHz (11b/g/n) 5GHz (11a/n/ac) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| HEOS Built-in | Yes |
| CONNECTIVITY | |
| 4K HDMI | 1x IN / 1x OUT with eARC |
| Digital Optical | x 1 |
| USB port for direct connection of stored music | Yes |
| Wired Network | Yes |
| 3.5mm AUX Input | Yes |
| Controls | |
| Display Type | Proximity |
| IO Button Location | Top |
| Button Adjusts | Volume Up Volume Down Play/Pause |
| What’s in the box | |
| Soundbar | x 1 |
| IR Remote and batteries | x 1 |
| Quick Start Guide | x 1 |
| HDMI cable | x 1 |
| Optical cable | x 1 |
| Wall mount template | x 1 |
| EAN | |
| DENONHOMESB550E2 | 4.95104E+12 Black |
| DENONHOMESB550E2GB (UK) | 4.95104E+12 Black |
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Denon™ Home Theater | Enhance the Entertainment Experience
Denon™ Home Theater | Enhance the Entertainment Experience
