How does the Denon avr-2112ci multi-zone playback?

Multi-Zone/Multi-Source Playback: The AVR-2112CI lets you enjoy a program source in the Main Zone (the room where the AVR-2112CI is located) and in one other room. The source can be the same for both zones, or you can enjoy two different sources in those zones if you prefer.

Can a Denon pre-out be used as an integrated amp?

Yes, you could use the zone 2 pre-out into an integrated amp and use the Denon AVR as a source (eg for digital music). You would have to try it and see how it sounds, as the pre-amp of the Denon would still have an effect. Generally you would connect your music sources directly to the integrated amp to get the best possible sound quality.

Why does Denon AVR not share power supply?

No longer sharing power supply with rest of AV receiver, thus no longer compromising the performance of the front two channels. Isolation from the rest of the AV receiver, thus preventing interference, be it air born radio frequency interference or electrical from shared power supply.

How old should an amp be for a Denon AVR?

Can any of you recommend a good amp that’s maybe a couple of years old, funds are a bit low (new house and baby on the way) so ideally could do with buying 2nd hand. Somebody also mentioned using an amp connected to Zone 2 could be an option.

How to set up Zone 2 on a Denon?

On my Marantz remote you press the zone select button to choose zone 2 and then use the usual power and source buttons. There’s also some options for setting up the zone 2 analogue outs. AFAICT the software on the Denon is pretty much the same as my Marantz.

What kind of RCA cable does Denon Zone 2 use?

I tried to connect the DENON “zone 2” output with an analog RCA cable (white and red RCA) but in no way was I able to send the audio to the headphone amplifier. Where am I wrong?

Can a Denon be used as a pre out output?

I could also use the “pre out” outputs of the Denon, however I would like the volume output from the Denon to have no control because I would like to control the volume directly on the headphone amplifier.

What kind of outputs does a Denon Marantz have?

AFAICT the software on the Denon is pretty much the same as my Marantz. BT Youview, PS4, PSVR. Note that the receiver will output audio sourced via its optical and HDMI inputs via the Zone2 analogue outputs, but only if the source is 2 channel PCM in nature.