Few things to note: 1. Hegel does not rate 4 ohms. Wattage ratings are only into 8 ohms so I am not sure if it actually doubles in 4 ohms (but I assume it does) since it has no problems driving 4 ohm loads. They do state that it is completely stable down to 2 ohm loads. Cheers ! 2. Check out Skillshare. The first 1000 people who click the link in the description will get 2 free months of Skillshare Premium: skl.sh/thenextbestthingstudio2 Disclaimer/ Personal interest in my reviews - Please read "About" section on Patreon.com/nbts
@riknos32894 жыл бұрын
Based on reviews (stereophile) that have quoted 4 ohm ratings for various hegel amps, hegel consistently seem to output 5/3 of the 8ohm rating into 4 ohms. So for the h120 rated at 75w into 8 ohm, you'll get 125w into 4 ohm. For the h190 rated for 150w into 8ohm, then 250w into 4 ohm. So, not quite double, but I've never had issues driving 4ohm loads with a Hegel.
@Jayiyagi4 жыл бұрын
@@riknos3289 I would be careful stating actual ratings. But better assumptions than mine. Cheers
@alext29334 жыл бұрын
@@riknos3289 Your power numbers are 100% correct. I have spoken to Hegel directly. I have the new H390 which has 250w at 8 ohms and a mahoooosive 420w at 4 ohms. It is a beast.
@tioga23164 жыл бұрын
For the H190, the manual on P. 18 states that the power output is 250W in 4 ohms. But the H120 manual does not show power in 4 ohms.
@marckuperman30904 жыл бұрын
The Next Best Thing Studio The H190 is rates at 250 wpc at 4 ohms, the do have 4 ohm ratings you do have to do a little searching. Love my H160, keep up the good work!
@robertbyington77154 жыл бұрын
I have the Hegel 300 and I have to say for the money these amps are incredibly well made from a build standpoint and they outperform other amps at sometimes THREE times the cost. When it comes to prices of mass produced amps like Macintosh the only way they can increase profitability is by using cheaper parts. For example in a 20K amp they will use a 7 dollar volume control. All you have to do is lift a Hegel amp to know how well built it is. (They are as solid as a tank) !!!! and they don’t cut corners!!!!
@bgrimes4 жыл бұрын
I'm so very close to pulling the trigger on an H120 to pair with my B&W CM6 S2's. I really hope they are a match made in heaven. Soulsik, thanks for all the help along the way.
@thepickyaudiophile4 жыл бұрын
Did you go for it and how did you get on with the combo? Curious since I’ve just pulled the trigger on the H90, but it really does not work with my B&W Nautilus 805’s
@schweetmunkie4 жыл бұрын
I’m curious as well! I have the CM6 S2’s also.
@bgrimes4 жыл бұрын
Jeremy L and Sune, sorry for the slow response. I did pull the trigger on a black H120 pairing with my white CM6 S2’s. I have to say I am likely not the best voice to listen to, as I’ve always ran B&W and have little experience listening to other speakers. I do personally love my setup, but I also could simply be ignorant to what’s really good. My listening space could also be better. Photo linked to give perspective, kids toys and all. www.dropbox.com/s/ce8nnq9gdvdeeev/current_setup.jpg?dl=0
@thepickyaudiophile4 жыл бұрын
Brian Grimes Hi, running in the H90 helped a lot, but at the end of the day I feel it was bested by what I already had (my taste, room, listening level etc). I did try the H190 which was a clear step up (which should be a lot closer to your 120 in many ways) which I could easily have lived with (!) but ultimately looking for a different presentation/synergy. Enjoy!
@lights80088 Жыл бұрын
Just so you know, the newer H190's, confirmed by Hegel also uses the smaller toroid, not just the large one. They say it is used for when the H190 is in standby. I emailed them directly.
@ruuddebree34254 жыл бұрын
I am for many Years a Hegel User (H1MKIV) Beautiful Amplifier with great Punchy Sound. But I am not satisfied about the Way they developed their new Products. They call it All-in-One integrated Amplifier, but there is no Good App in their Streaming and therefore you always need a separate Streamer with an App. The new Hegel Products don’t have a full Equipment streaming with a good App. Another Item is where you want your DAC (integrated in Amplifier or in the Streamer). I Choose for Aurender A10. That is why I prefer a simple good integrated Amplifier without DAC and Streaming. The new Hegel Product line don’t have a good integrated Amplifier without a DAC and streaming (Like Accuphase and Moon) So it is a Pity Hegel forget these Customers.
@youjib2 жыл бұрын
HiFi cast dnla works works very well with Hegel. The amp needs to be plugged to a WiFi gateway.
@BlackBearInvesting3 жыл бұрын
You would 100% win a Nobel prize if you demonstrate capacitors can filter frequencies.
@IliyaOsnovikov3 жыл бұрын
Damping factor of 2000 and 4000 means an output impedance of the amplifiers of 0.004 Ohm and 0.002 Ohm accordingly. In order to utilize such high damping factor the resistance of a speaker cable should also be very low. And that requires use of very large (total) wire sizes like 10-16 mm2 (7 AWG - 5 AWG) and more.
@gokhanersan856110 ай бұрын
The problem is, it provides very little bass to damp. The amp was designed to render the sound of upright bass and snare drums coming from jazz recordings. Pop and rock fans will want to keep their cheaper amps. Let’s be honest and make that distinction.
@1edubbs4 жыл бұрын
Jay, thanks for the great info, sounds like Hegel products will work for a great many people. I am a beginner audiophile and was thinking of pairing the H190 with Dynaudio Special 40s. What do you think? Also, how would you address the problem of imaging with the Hegel? Is there a way to possibly use a tube amp with the Hegel to address this? Also, would you try and improve the sound by connecting a separate Dac instead of whats built in as well as a separate streamer? What phono stage would you recommend when the time comes? What headphones would you invest in with this system? Apologies for all of these questions but I rarely if ever post comments or questions about anything online.
@polmacdiarmada4 жыл бұрын
Nice review, very informative. Keep up the good work and thank you
@swp72713 жыл бұрын
Very helpful review! Many thanks for this deep dive into Hegel amps and some reasonable speaker pairings.
@tianshiwang35722 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, Jay. I have been browsing your review a lot. Really really informative and professional! Just a quick question, which integrated or a power amplifier in your opinion can produce pinpoint imaging in a nice sound stage. Would that be only Nad m10 or is there something better, say
@AnimalTvGr Жыл бұрын
Great video! I have a question.. Is Hegel’s H190 DAC better than iFI Audio ZEN ONE Signature DAC? I want to buy the H190 and I already have ifi ZEN ONE. Should I keep it or sell it?
@wollaminfaetter4 жыл бұрын
That made sense. Thanks for the no BS explanation.
@marcusaurelius2988 Жыл бұрын
When I visited a dealer a while back , they bashed Hegel, Musical Fidelity, Primaluna and Yamaha for being cheap build quality and production. Those are brands widely available in the market today most of which I love. One wonders what to believe in these day an age.
@aaronfrench83229 ай бұрын
So, what brands did he praise?
@RonLykins4 жыл бұрын
Jay, thanks for the good review. Can I suggest when you show something like a line diagram leave it up longer so the viewer can have rime to digest. That first line diagram you put up only a few seconds
@Chris031219574 жыл бұрын
@Ron Lykins There is a 'Pause' button. Works good.
@weeragardens3 жыл бұрын
Hello Jay, in you experience what is the best match with KEF LS50 meta, H120 or H190? Thanks.
@Neurotikus4 жыл бұрын
Hi Jay. Great content as always. Would you recommend a Hegel amp to pair it with an ATC SCM11? Those speakers might be my next upgrade.
@Paul-dr8tq4 жыл бұрын
It works very, very well
@MrHighDefinitionTube3 жыл бұрын
Jay, hello from Brazil. For B&W 603 s2 anniversary, what would you choose? Hegel H390 or Parasound P6 and A21+? Thanks. Congrats on your videos.
@llee42254 жыл бұрын
Hi Jay, you look more debonair with your new hair style! Good review as always! I borrowed a Rost and had similar experience as your review. The sound is natural and musical but just a touch on warm side from transparency. Treble was detailed without harshness. I can hear the brass sound on cymbals. In my setup with MA Silver 2 and average room size, it was adequate power for normal listening but start getting bright/distorting at high levels. I decided not to get it as I wanted integrated phono and external streamer. The Rost streamer was very good but wanted more flexibility.
@gerard37974 жыл бұрын
Will be nice too see how the Hegel H190 will compare to Buchardt’s own upcoming integrating amplifier, the Buchardt I150. Both are comparable in power. According to the Company this will be a game changer when used with there speakers, especially at low volumes. Both of those amps are now on my shortlist for purchase later this year, so would be nice if you could do a comparison with the Hegel at the time. It will be priced at around 1k less than the Hegel too and they give additional discount too customers already owning their speakers.
@SimplyMetrosexual4 жыл бұрын
Apart from the tonal differences between the H120 and the H190, assuming the speakers are relatively easy to drive (I have a pair of Monitor audio PL 100II, not sure if you've heard them), would it make sense to pay more for the H190 over the H120? Should I expect better sound with regards to the technicalities like the resolution, soundstaging and imaging, or is the difference marginal if anything? Thanks!!!
@chrissheldrick40732 жыл бұрын
Hey Jay.. Always good to hear your thoughts.. Have you tried the Michi x3..
@artalv100 Жыл бұрын
OK Jay, between your reviews and Steve Guttenberg's I decided to get a Hegel H190 and the Magnepan LRS+ I just ordered. Thanks!
@juliangst4 жыл бұрын
I definietly want a Hegel amp in the future. For now it's a bit too expensive for a student like me so I'll go with a Denon PMA1600NE which also has a good DAC and high current amp to drive my KEF R100. I hope I'll be able to upgrade to a H120 or H190 after this.
@HoomanR174 жыл бұрын
Jay thanks for your review.. each time I hear your reviews of Hegel systems I get a new layer of information about how your hear them. Because seeing your Wilsonton "best 2020 amp" video has caused me to rethink my Hegel upgrade plans (my H80 to H190 probably used) , I wish to ask you the following: Can you compare the Hegel H190 to the Wilsonton based on the amp/preamp only (setting aside the balanced inputs, integrated DAC streamer, aesthetics, cost difference etc of the Hegel) and for this virtual comparison/analysis the usage model, each with an external DAC(ie Denafrips Aries 2), an external streamer and used equally as often with a phono preamp - meaning your would be using this setup to listen enthusiastically to both analog and digital sources.. which integrated would you pick for yourself with each of these speakers and why (a) Elac Reference (b) Triangle Br03 (c) Magnepan LRS (d)Sound artist sc8b.
@constantin582 жыл бұрын
If router is too far for LAN connection, but want Airplay, DLNA(on Android), use an older laptop or mini PC that has LAN port and Wifi. Connect Hegel to PC with LAN cable without setting static IP, connect PC to wifi then select both Wifi and Ethernet and create a bridge. Whenever connection is not working, make sure Wifi is connected and just disable/enable the Ethernet card that connects to Hegel.
@zurinazraiiabdulrahman60424 жыл бұрын
I'm thinking of pairing the Hegel H190 with Dynaudio Evoke 50. Do you think it's a good pairing?
@sergioasuncion97103 жыл бұрын
Me too
@andreasmoller97984 жыл бұрын
Cant wait to get my hands on the Hegel h190 for my b&w 683 s2
@willmac56424 жыл бұрын
Thank u so much for such an in depth description of character of sound between these 2. Currently choosing amp to match sealed speaker build using Scan revelator 15W/ Be tweet.. H190 cd be perfect
@harshdedhia95584 жыл бұрын
Awesome detailed review...
@LJsingh3 жыл бұрын
hi i know u reviewed the Denon PMA-A110 how does it compare to the Hegel H190
@inversemds4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic work you do! hegel h120 good match for ATC scm11?
@gokhanersan856110 ай бұрын
Just listened to h190. Hegel provides no midrange bass. It separates simply recorded acoustic music beautifully, lusciously, but it squashes the dynamics of pop and rock music. Hegel is for those who want to play Take Five on repeat.
@georgeoprescu30028 ай бұрын
Hi. Like your work. Did you by any chance try the Hagel 190 withe Triangle Genesse Trio speakers ? If you did, is it a good match? Thank you
@donaldmcmichael90623 жыл бұрын
Exceptional review... much thanks
@JosephTrinh3 жыл бұрын
Hey Jay, can you review Rotel RA-1592 integrated amplifier please?
@johnleonffu99463 жыл бұрын
A little off subject. I have the H190. Wondering if i will find enough difference between the H390 and the H190. Is the main difference just power? I have BW 803 D3 on a mid size room. Much appreciated?
@audiostanton4 жыл бұрын
Like your reviews!
@bagrubmeister49733 жыл бұрын
Hi Jay, love your videos. With your new found openness in recent videos ( rebellion) if you were to purchase (money no object) would it be the 190 or the
@LaGataNegra30733 жыл бұрын
Hey my man. I dig your opinions. Do you think it would be wiser to fork out the extra coin and go for the Mac 5300 over the H190. I think the background and rep of mac lasting long is worth it. Or what do you think.
@andrewmeates76334 жыл бұрын
Hi Jay, useful review. I have heard Hegel amplifiers but wondered whether you would compare the onboard amplifier DAC's with external ones. I use a Chord Qutest dac, how would this or other external DAC's compare with the ones that come with the amplifiers?
@dajikbatarang14 жыл бұрын
I have the Hegel P20 preamp, I absolutely love it
@dajikbatarang14 жыл бұрын
@@Audfile I had a Rotel RC-1580 which was a great preamp, going to emotiva would be more of lateral move. The Hegel P20 was an upgrade in every sense, there really is no comparison.
@sadge96974 жыл бұрын
Hegel H90 vs Heaven 11 Billie vs Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated...which would you prefer and why. With the Hegel and the Billie on sale, all three are around the same price.
@paulwg21124 жыл бұрын
I have same question
@jackryder67324 жыл бұрын
Good reviews bro. Being honest.
@adleneboulebtateche1564 жыл бұрын
Thank U for the valuable explanations.
@kristiyanstoychev77594 жыл бұрын
Hi Jay, I've been following your videos lately and super lucky I am considering the NAD M10 and you made a comparison. - Now.. your reviews are awesome, I admit, but could you speak a lot more about the connectivity of the Hegel. This is probably n1. issue for the modern buyer, how easy it is to stream, which apps can be used, can wireless speakers be connected (as they can with BlueOS and Yamaha MusicCast), can room correction be automatic, who controls it at a party etc. Actually, I didn't know the Hegel was a streamer before seeing this video, so it's definitely back in the competition now! - Also, I noticed it doesn't have a subwoofer out while the NADM10 has 2, as a bass person this definitely comes into consideration, even though the general statement is that the Hegel has better bass sound. - What do you think about the difference between optical and HDMI inputs too, does it matter? - How do you connect with the Internet router without an ethernet cable but instead wirelessly? I doubt anyone has their router where their entertainment is.. Mine is about 2 rooms away All the best (y)
@CedricRachmad4 жыл бұрын
I have the same consideration. I tend to go for the better usability of BluOs. Coming from a Devialet which has terrible streaming capability other than Roon.
@Gary_M4 жыл бұрын
You can use the variable preouts to connect a sub.
@wric012 жыл бұрын
Real thick 70um copper pcb, not gonna find that in most hifi gears.
@atulnsingh2 жыл бұрын
HeY Jay. Good work.. Any thoughts on pairing with Klipsch Forte III ? Will appreciate your reply
@mr.dynamite25434 жыл бұрын
Jay, may I ask what headphone amplifier(s) do you personally like with planars such as the Arya?
@mr.dynamite25434 жыл бұрын
I LOVE my Hegel Rost and I use its headphone output to drive my Arya. I'm loving this combination.
@matsudakodo4 жыл бұрын
Still rocking the S400s in the background. Same here. The way you describe the Hegel sound, though, I don't know that the S400 would be the best speaker match.
@alext29334 жыл бұрын
These are definitely not class D. Their sound engine 2 is only found on their units and works on cancelling multiple different forms of noise/distortion (with an example of one type being crossover distortion between the transistors). I do not know of any other brands that work to cancel so many different noise/distortion types. They want their amps to have no character. They are great.
@marianneoelund29404 жыл бұрын
It's the small details that matter. All amplifiers in a class have basic similarities and from a design analysis standpoint, you often can't draw meaningful comparisons without going into the finest details of design - none of which, of course, are released by manufacturers. All we get is "marketing descriptions" which are usually ambiguous technically, and are often attempts at making very subtle advantages seem as major breakthroughs. I'm sure these are very fine components, but understanding why requires a full engineering analysis and breakdown of the design. I'd be happy to do that, if someone would like to loan me their unit.
@asavirazvan-george71274 жыл бұрын
The Next Best Thing Studio for me what you would choose between Denon PMA-1600NE & MAGNAT RV 4 or what I recommend in that price range. Thank you!
@lorddrac12 жыл бұрын
Hi Jay, could you please advise me what is your view on pairing the Hegel H190 with Bowers and Wilkins 805 D3? Thanks
@trun19793 жыл бұрын
How would you compare the headphone section vs a good headphone amplifier like a Burson or a Topping A90?
@Jayiyagi3 жыл бұрын
headphone section is descent but doesn't compare to Burson. Topping... maybe (depends on model)
@calaf_7254 жыл бұрын
I like Hegel a lot and i had many Hegel amps in my system. I currently have Rost so i would like to know what you think compare to H120 and H190. Some people say they sound meh and that is because the mids are smooth but not exactly juicy or exciting so pairing with the right speakers is critical as always. When it comes to low noise floor, grain free highs and speaker control you can't beat those amps for the money. That been said the i feel build quality could/should be better for the asking prices.
@vittoriomartinidonati4 жыл бұрын
Hello, thank you for your great reviews, I am interested in buying an amplifier Yamaha sa3000 and curious about your opinion, have ma silver 200
@user-fe3hs6oc3n3 жыл бұрын
Hi jay Which of the hegle lineup will suit the evo 4.4 to get the best of them? Thanks
@tunesart45426 ай бұрын
Hallo Tarun I recently bought a Hegel h190 for my r7 with rel sub … I found the top end is not coming live , very rolled off . I am happy with mids and especially low end . What could be my possible best solution to get the hifi bliss I am looking for . I don’t listen my music too loud too.. please help
@mrpositronia4 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I've been planning on getting the H120 for a while. Just need to wait for the right time (financially speaking). I have a pair of Kef LS50s and Tannoy XT6Fs. Looking forward to when I get it.
@masan78711 ай бұрын
I have a H120 paired with Tannoy's XT6Fs and am thinking of upgrading the speakers as I'm sure there is a better combo to be had with the H120. Did you get the H120 in the end. Which of your two speakers did it go well with.. the KEFs or Tannoys?
@mrpositronia11 ай бұрын
@@masan787 ah, thanks for asking. Well, I opted for a different integrated. I wanted it to have everything, phono stage, chrome cast, Spotify connect, internet radio, etc, just for convenience. So I bought the Lyngdorf TDAI-1120. A marked improvement over my previous amp, the Cambridge CXA60, in most areas except soundstage. The Cambridge was more open, wider and had more depth. I'm still using the Tannoys, because my room is too big for the LS50s. However, I am now looking to combine the Lyngdorf's usability with Cambridge sound signature and saving to buy the Cambridge Edge W stereo power amp. It switches on and off automatically when it is connected via the 12v trigger, so it's still convenient, but with the sound I'm looking for. I just have to convince my partner that the outlay is worth it. 😅As far as speakers go, I have my eyes on the Spendor A7s, as a notable upgrade. But all in good time. 😁
@scottzahn32982 жыл бұрын
Please review the new Marantz model 40n vs the the Hegel 120. I think we have a similar ear and would value your opinion.
@stephenosman82863 жыл бұрын
Just purchased a pair of Sonus Faber Sonetto 2's. What is the best integrated to use with those? Hegel 190?
@buttonman18314 жыл бұрын
Went from an H90 to an H190 and about to go to a H390.
@bingoberra184 жыл бұрын
Are you not satisfied with the 190? Why do you feel the need for the 390?
@buttonman18314 жыл бұрын
@@bingoberra18 I ended up keeping my h190 and upgraded my DAC instead, not that I had a problem with the internal DAC. The New DAC brings it to another level.
@bingoberra184 жыл бұрын
@@buttonman1831 Thats cool what DAC did you get?
@buttonman18314 жыл бұрын
@@bingoberra18 Ended up with an Auralic. It is a streamer/DAC so I don't lose the steaming capability.
@hclandscapes3 жыл бұрын
Do you think the h120 is a good upgrade from the h90?
@bigdon39754 жыл бұрын
Thank you for Your work! Witch Amp for The maggys is the best? Budget, middelklass, high class, high end..Now i have some maggys here in Germany and my denon avc a1d is smoked up! My New Denon avcx8500h is not the right one is 6 to 16 ohm. Now i think over the iotavx Amp stack. Is it ok for magneplanar speaker. Thank you for answere and maybe a Vid.
@Jayiyagi4 жыл бұрын
Which maggies you got there? 😉
@bigdon39754 жыл бұрын
@@Jayiyagi hi thanks for Your awnser, I think there Are a very old Model. MG- .5/QR SE .i think it is 2-way. I Love them..best i ever heard
@aussie81142 жыл бұрын
If they had a balance control I would consider buying one.
@appdevman3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@wakaya3 жыл бұрын
Would be the perfect amp for my needs, do you think it would sound good with my Klipsch La Scalas? (Vintage)
@the0nlytrueprophet9423 жыл бұрын
At gun point - hegel or a musical fidelity ms6si? I cant decide for shit
@Eugene7374 жыл бұрын
You had the Elac Vela FS 407? Anxiously waiting for the review.
@Jayiyagi4 жыл бұрын
Still have it and mentioned in this video. Review is coming soon
@tonedityavong90623 жыл бұрын
I'm in the market for my next integrated amp; to compare an apple to an apple more like the comparison of power output 75 watts Hegel H120 and Naim Nait XS2 / Nait XS3 (70 watts) (Hegel has priced advantage). Which amp to best paire with PMC (8ohms) speakers? If possible I'd have to listen to both amps (obviously is not possible for the current lock down). Thanks
@Mister_Fixit4 жыл бұрын
I am happy with mine röst 👍
@jeffadams96993 жыл бұрын
I am also extremely impressed and happy with my Rost. So much so that I sold off my separated. My main question, is the H190 worth stepping up to.
@alceucostajunior5472 жыл бұрын
Hello Jay, I have a question about the Hegel H190. Does it have any equalization control?
@leswoodies2 Жыл бұрын
No they have not
@jeffadams96993 жыл бұрын
Is the H-190 a pretty good upgrade over the Rost? I really need to know before I spend $3500. I already own a Rost. Which I absolutely love!
@hclandscapes3 жыл бұрын
No point asking questions on here unfortunately Jeff, this Guy never answers anything. I would expect the H190 to sound quite a bit better as it has twice the output and an extra 2000 damping factor over the Roast.
@jeffadams96993 жыл бұрын
@@hclandscapes I’ve asked multiple questions to the three of them. I don’t think I’ve ever got a reply. I know they are busy and all and a lot of people post questions but......I guess I can’t get on them too much. They churn out video after video for us and that stuff takes a lot of time. So I’m not too worried about it.
@jeffadams96993 жыл бұрын
@@hclandscapes I misread your initial post. And thought you said this guy Jeff never answers questions. Lol. I was like I always try to reply. 😁
@jeffadams96993 жыл бұрын
@@hclandscapes Also. I have something else in the works right now. I ordered a 190 but literally just cancelled it today and got a refund on my deposit. Have some top of the line monoblocks build by Cherry Amps.
@hclandscapes3 жыл бұрын
@@jeffadams9699 I've not heard of that brand before, why the change of decision? Also i cancelled my order on the quads and went for the Amphion argon ones instead, more expensive but look like great speakers, designed and built in Finland and are supposed to be a perfect match for Hegel.
@heyqt74852 жыл бұрын
With the USB being limited to 24 bit 96hz (on H95, H120 and H190) and other Inputs being bale to receive 24 bit 192 Hz: which inout is the best to use when connecting to PC and other digital sources?
@andreaspegren32943 жыл бұрын
Is the h190 worth the price jump over the h120?? I'm thinking about pairing one of them with a Klipsch rp-280f. Need help...
@nyckylim4 жыл бұрын
Great Review ! How about pairing with Sonus Fabers?
@gokhanersan8561 Жыл бұрын
Can you compare some Hegel amps with equally powered Rotels? I heard Hegel H95 and it lacked oomph compared to Rotel a11.
@mr.dynamite25434 жыл бұрын
Absolutely loving my Hegel Rost. It drives my 4-ohm Spatial M3 Turbo S wonderfully and the bass response and control is ridiculous. I'm using its DAC as well. Usually with these all-in-one jobbers, the DAC is an afterthought and sounds lousy. Not here... at all. My question: Anyone using the headphone amp of their Rost or other Hegel integrateds? I sold my headphone amp cuz this headphone section sounds phenomenal driving my Hifiman Arya. I want to know if I'm nuts or is anyone else hearing how good this thing sounds.
@llee42254 жыл бұрын
I had borrowed the Rost for listening but did not find the HP amp that great. My HE-400s sounded a bit bass heavy/muddled and closed in. It sounded better with HD6xx but not the best transparency.
@calaf_7254 жыл бұрын
I am using the headphone amp of my Rost with my Philips Fidelio X2 with good success. It will not beat a great headphone amplifier but it is very good and it will drive most headphones. If you don't have very hard to drive headphones you can live with it.
@serojarlo20594 жыл бұрын
does hegel streaming service supports hi res? thanks
@Ali_ReBORN3 жыл бұрын
Is that carpet not risky for static where you placed the amps wide open bro? 👀
@chrischiang15122 жыл бұрын
Which one's sound do you prefer between Naim Nait XS series and these Hegel?
@andrewbrazier9664 Жыл бұрын
I have a Naim XLS2 - with Focal Floorstanders. Very detailed & etched sound. Does reveal poor recordings. I heard the H120 at the Bristol 2023 hi Fi Show. Very musical & less dry sound compared to Naim. A touch warmer & slightly less revealing so kinder with limited quality recordings 👍
@richardzedman11603 ай бұрын
The one strange thing i find with hegel amps is inside they look like a dogs breakfeast looks like kids have wired it up Compared to all other amps in its class there all neat and balanced in components inside and look beatiful engernerd
@TheMaestro3354 жыл бұрын
Hello all, Question can I use the Hegel 120 and bypass the on board DAC and use my Anthem 1120 AVR as the pre amp? I then use the unprocessed R/L through a Schiit Yiggy. this is just for listening to straight 2.0.
@johnleonffu99463 жыл бұрын
Can the Hegel H190 enough power for BW 803 D3? Currently using PS audio Stellar Stack, thanks
@alext29334 жыл бұрын
When is the Vela FS407 floorstander review coming Jay?
@Jayiyagi4 жыл бұрын
in da near future.
@alext29334 жыл бұрын
@@Jayiyagi Cannot wait for that one. I think they are gonna wow you.... 🙂
@harshdedhia95584 жыл бұрын
Which is better Hegel H390 or NAD M33... please advice
@sergeyp64654 жыл бұрын
H190 consumes around 30 watts in ECO mode, so it's hard to name it standby. Not sure, but it seems that amp could consume less if volume set to 0.
@nc34194 жыл бұрын
I mute my Hegel when not in use.
@robertcabrera62324 жыл бұрын
I've heard Hegals at a local shop, they do sound good, but I don't know if they sound different or any better than my vintage B&K EX-442 amp and Pro-10MC preamp that have powered my home system for over 3 decades. Just saying
@Army_guy_Mees133 жыл бұрын
Does the Hegel H90 have enough power to drive a set of Dynaudio Excite X32(4ohm,87db)?
@jean-pierrebertola76733 жыл бұрын
Hello thank you for this video . One think is strange at Vol 80 exactly hegel H190 produce a click noise . Hegel Answer it's "open" an aditionnal amplification satge an there is no reason for concern of that . BUT in fact it reduced the "isolation" between input analogic 1 and 2. You can hear the sound of analogic 1 with a signal input when you choose the analogic 2 input with nothing connect in analogic 2 . I think that after the position 80 the path of the signal is different and can impaired the sound. Regards
@hclandscapes3 жыл бұрын
If you reaching 80 on the volume then you must have hearing problems, or you soon will listening at that level! Surely your reaching the point of where you are damaging your speakers?
@gary-kr7dm2 жыл бұрын
If you’re using volume at 80 then you need a more powerful amplifier, like the Hegel 390. Either that or your speakers are very inefficient.
@9__fingers4 жыл бұрын
How well do you think the H190 would perform with Ohm Walsh 2000’s
@Justwantahover3 жыл бұрын
Try them with the Klipsch 600 bookshelf horn speakers, should cure any muffly amp.
@giannitomasicchio4 жыл бұрын
Which amp would you recommend for a pair of kef R3 in a small-medium room, the H120 or the H190?
@Jayiyagi4 жыл бұрын
Both are great. H190 is a step above h120
@elwingardeur37404 жыл бұрын
The Next Best Thing Studio , I have the KEF R3, currently paired with Naim uniti Atom, missing that punch. What would you suggest, Hegel 120 or 190 or, add a good power amp to the Atom ?
@Jayiyagi4 жыл бұрын
@@elwingardeur3740 hegel h190 will add the punch. If you like punch... As in mid bass punch and slam... Check NAD M10 vs hegel h120 in the descriptions.
@elwingardeur37404 жыл бұрын
The Next Best Thing Studio thanks for your reply. To be honest, the Atom sounds awesome, I guess when possible I will test then side by side. The M10 was on my radar for a while - but the Atom was a “cheaper” second hand option when I made the purchase. Thanks again
@nostro10014 жыл бұрын
I think I'm biased....there're something about 'trendy' gear that doesn't appeal to me. And I feel the past 18 months Hegel have moved into this territory. Sorry Hegel👇
@mesonto4 жыл бұрын
Exactly my thoughts too, "amplifier of the month!"
@nc34194 жыл бұрын
@@mesonto Versus constantly striving to innovate and achieve incremental performance improvements?
@whatsnext004 жыл бұрын
Maybe it’s just me, but I have a pair of Sennheiser HD650’s and the headphone output on my Hegel H190 seems pretty lackluster...to the point where my little Micaa OriGin+ runs laps around it.
@kongwee19782 жыл бұрын
By drawing, it should be class A, each op amp is taking the full signal. Of course, it doesn't said much as it is a simpified drawing.
@aweidenhammer4 жыл бұрын
How does the H90 fit into this? I was thinking about pairing it with Maggie lrs
@Jayiyagi4 жыл бұрын
Very good pairing
@nespressoman3 жыл бұрын
Strange, I keep reading that the Hegel 190 doesn’t have an AKM chip and they developed their own.
@trulyjared4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. Thanks for the distraction! Would love to be able to afford Hegel integrated. And some Wilson’s too while we are at it. Also would like to see a review of the Bluesound Powernode 2i which as I understand is basically a NAD M5. Darko did a review and said that Elac DBR’s are a good match. I wonder how Tektons would fair.
@net_news4 жыл бұрын
Hegel is Pass Labs for the people! xD
@fizywig4 жыл бұрын
how would a hegel pre amp fare with atc scm40 active speakers?