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• Hegel h390 review forum Joined Dec 21, 2020 Messages 2,150 Likes 3,213. Nov 27, 2021 #653 Hegel h390 and focal Diablo utopia. Both are much more expensive than the Hegel, but in the review the Hegel easily came out on top. Joined Jan 1, 2019 Messages 5,367 Likes 11,720 Location São Paulo, Brazil. Thread starter RoA; Start date Dec 2, 2022; Toggle sidebar Toggle sidebar. Still a bad result for an amp with >80 db sinad, but higher than the 66db threshold, if that is the limit of acceptance. Will it also turn on the H390 (HT bypass) automatically? I’m curious if anyone has similar devices and can confirm this for me. I am just considering Hegel H190 or H390 for my KEF LS50s ( If join the discussion about home audio/video, TVs, projectors, screens, receivers, speakers, projects, DIY’s, product reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. It’s the upgrade version of the Hegel H360 integrated amplifier. Mar 18, 2023 The Hegel H390 is the 2019-2020 EISA award-winning integrated amplifier. I have experience of the Michi and Hegel amplifiers. Reviewer. Joined Nov 6, 2018 Messages 1,467 Likes 4,893. Joined Dec 18, 2019 Messages 1,046 Likes 757. i found the onboard dac of the h390 to be excellent, as good as well reputed outboard dacs in roughly the sub $2000 range (think dena pontus, upper soekris, better w4s and so on), sonically it is on the clear and precise side, not romantic or particularly warm, very extended highs with a good amount of treble energy, expansive imaging, a sound most would As a Hegel H390 owner driving some Vandersteen Treo CTs, I can only say the sound is much more neutral than any Mcintosh I've heard (which IMO usually much warmer). It delivers a sitting further back presentation, and it has a lot of power. The Hegel H390 should – of course – be better (and it’s also 500 euros more expensive by the way partly due to the better dac and more powerful streaming board). I have tried mConnect directly using the Network connection (the Hegel is uPnP compatible - and mConnect acts as an UpNp app) including streaming MQA. I recently bought a Hegel H390 and love it. As for the Hegel H390, why so many on the used market anyhow, putting the issue of aesthetics in the long term , Also A British Audiophile has great reviews of Hegel. A lot less expensive than you would think. SoundStage HiFi (USA) Audio (Germany) Audiophilia (USA) AVMAG (Brazil) Darko. However, before making a purchase, you should take into account some distinctions between the two. Joined Aug 1, 2021 Messages 1,452 Likes 1,439. I am planning to buy the H390, and before that I would like to like if it will auto power on with the TV and AV receiver?? When I turn on the TV, it automatically turns on the AV receiver (SR8015). Reviews. I have about four analog devices and if I need to use a DAC, the Vega has me covered. streaming interface. In fact I don't know anything about DAC specifications, etc. Regards, Quique. Forum Donor. I had a H360 for a few years in my 2ch system in a room 14'x25'. Seriously the H390 which hums clearly has a fault as no reviews from around the world have not mentioned such a specific issue. The H390 supports MQA, DSD64 on S/PDIF How many times does a Hegel fanboy spew "4000 damping factor". 1; 2; Audio Newbie/Beginner Technical Forum; Replies 4 Views 622. Last week I auditioned the two, side by side, in the same room on a pair of Dynaudio Contour 20s. This is not a forum for review or debate of the merits of various technologies and products being announced. Bought the Hegel H390 for its sound quality, now play Roon with the ifi Zen Stream, with good power supply, via USB directly on the DAC of the H390, Watch John Darko’s video review of the NAD M33 in which he specifically compares with the Hegel 390. radix Major Contributor. Joined Nov 6, 2018 Messages 3,538 Likes 5,825 Location Nashville. If you dont Does anyone know / has anyone tested recently: I am looking at the Hegel H390 / H590 amplifiers to potentially replace multiple boxes in my system (Auralic Vega G1 streaming Just hooked up my new (demo) Hegel h390. Have heard the H390 enough times to know it checks few if any boxes for me, even for a second system. Hegel says the H600’s new streaming platform allows for future upgrades such as Qobuz Connect. Not heard Nord class d but they also get good reviews. Iwf; Break in on the H390 was not particularly drastic or jarring, but the amplifier did like about 100 hours to loosen up after sounding a bit tight and thin out of the box. High damping factor which makes the drivers dynamic, is one of the highest for class ab you can get. There was an immediate and significant difference. Hegel H390 Integrated Amplifier. Reviews in the consumer but I suspect that the H95 is not quite the abhorrent disaster some forum members paint it to be of over 2,000 for the I listen to a lot of music. Rega Aethos lacks something significant, Naim Supernait 3 – with turntable input – is one of the options. It works seamlessly with all the working parts in one unit. May The two great offers I have come across are the Hegel 190 and MF M6si. Waiting for one to drop at a good used price (H600 has been out for a while) I do wish Hegel would make the DAC/streamer modular. of course the NAD M33 came up. well regarded manufacturer on this forum. The H390 is very much at the tip of the spear in Hegel's pursuit of making mainstream sources sound their very best. Thanks! Forum Donor. Digital inputs and a streaming module compatible with AirPlay and UPnP transmission. Or best offer Ships to. May 20, 2023 #527 High-end integrated amplifiers that deliver exceptional performance and a variety of features are the McIntosh MA5300 and Hegel H390. Over the years, Luxman's have continued to impress me! As a previous poster stated, "Hegel is more on the digital side" It is so digital that I actually heard 1's and 0's coming out of it. Last year decided to splurge and purchased a Hegel h190 & ATC SCM 40. Then I saw every publication in my bookmarks gave similar glowing reviews and I thought, why not? As I said above, my favourite amp is the Sugden A21a. Joined Jan 15, 2020 Messages 4,660 Likes 7,251. bigtwin. Review Index. It was an immediate massive difference and upgrade. Jul 3 and measure-perfect amps and I was just drawn to some of the other subjective reviews of the h390 and up, Right now, the Hegel H390 and Kef R3 Metas sound GREAT in my room, and I look forward to turning them on every time. Comments; changing results with other speakers. looking forward to simons thoughts on this model compared to his current hegel I wanted more power than I was getting with my A-S801 (100W into 8ohms), so I decided to try the H390 (250W into 8ohms, Hegel reports that this doubles (500W) into Yes - been using the Hegel H390 for the last few months. The combination of amped sonic astuteness, streaming, and a great interface and display – an all in one ‘takeaway’. Among the vertical cue of Hegel integrated amps you see in the following Having seen a brief exchange recently about the quality or otherwise of the dac onboard the Hegel H90 made me think about the dac on board by own On another forum, And out of interest we've got a dem with a client lined up for the DAC within the H390 vs Pontus II R-2R DAC. The H390 is an amazing integrated, in it's own right, but when I purchased very large, inefficient speakers, I needed even more power then what the H390 had to offer, so I decided to upgraded to the H590. 5 x 2. Thanks. Just to be polite in the house so even though I am leaning towards the Hegel H390, wondering how I would get around the lack of a headphone jack. I watch hundreds of hours of reviews and went to Axpona simply because I A film about the Hegel H390 Integrated Streaming Amp. Transparency in production, consistency and parts quality has always been another issue with Hegel. the McIntosh damping factor of "greater than 40. Joined May 21, 2019 Messages 4,036 Likes 6,856. New posts Search forums. Has any testing on Hegel H390 and H590 Integrated amplifiers been done and can the results be shared. First off, this thing is an absolute power-house. Without further ado, let's jump right in, starting with the system in the Hegel room, which was bright, clean, and crisp—and that was just the room. Judging by the way amps like Naim’s Uniti Atom / Nova or NAD’s M33 Masters are raved about online, especially by many reviewers, it’s not hard to envisage why they are so popular. May 29, 2021 #2 It’s a very good amp. A forum community dedicated to home theater owners and enthusiasts. At the very least, the Hegel Support website should have hosted step by step videos on the process, but "nope". There are many reviews of audio hardware and expert members to help answer Forum Donor. Hegel is fantastic also so a lot depends on if you have always wanted a McIntosh. Oct 12, 2024. Recent Posts; Roon Ready certification was pending as I was completing this review. The new Hegel H390 is different, and you also get DAC and streaming integrated. 5 and listening space 3. The Norwegian design, like all the Luxman c900u/m900u and Hegel H390. Listed by: quique77 (0) I was also looking at the hegel h390 at the end i go home with the gato 400s. L. It felt like I had new speakers. Always here for How about the H390 or the H590? Or how about some of their lower powered amps? Why not review some Hegel amps? Thread starter Deleted member 18434; Forum Donor. I know many put no faith in reviews but that's another story. Reactions: Bmoze. Andrewjvt New member. Over the years, I’ve spent tens of thousands on this hobby, and the H390 stands out as a remarkable piece of equipment. Frankly, I can't imagine getting more for what I spent. MKoM Toronto Hegel H390 Closeout - ***SPECIAL PRICING*** Say good bye to the H390, a Six months ago I went from an old Rotel 140 watt per channel integrated to the Hegel h390. Musical Fidelity A5 / M6i / M6si or Hegel H160 join the discussion about home audio/video, TVs, projectors, screens, receivers, speakers, projects, DIY’s, product reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! Show Less The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Joined Sep 20, 2018 Messages 5,435 Likes 22,022 Location Paris. I brought a friends Topping D90 (MQA) DAC, and connected to the XLR of the Hegel - and the difference was absolute. Pretty simple request. I can't imagine them not sounding exemplary with a Hegel H390 or H590. Hifi Pig. NAD M32; 7. g. Hi all. Hegel H390; 4. gsp1971 Senior Member. H390 Reviews. The only weak point of this forum is the total lack of measurement of anything deemed "expensive" or very expensive the 590 is hegels statemen product and for pric/power comparisons the h390 at $6k would be a better match. I am told the Hegel 390 using the internal DAC is smoother than the 360. Meaning the H390 is not just for the Audiophile. Hifi News; Hifi Reviews. The Hegel H390 amp is a real explosion of power, which at half the price of the H590 gives almost the same listening pleasure. We just put the amplifiers in alphabetical order in the menu. I’m currently auditioning a Hegel H390 amp. Pity this was not 6 months earlier. So when Hegel introduced the H360’s successor, the H390, without raising the price of $6000 USD, it was easy to accept one for review. Apr 11, 2023 Interested if anyone's compared any of the Naim Supernait 3, Atoll IN300 or Hegel H190 and if so what their thoughts and comparisons were. Indeed, this is so capable that without some further parameters (room size, music preferences, etc. Among the best money can buy if you can swing that. Aug 26, 2021 After reading many excellent reviews of the Hegel amps, I tried an H390 and it was a worthwhile upgrade on the Exposures and certainly better than the Nord 1200s, not cheap but I All 3 below offer much less power output than the Hegel H390 (the Marantz comes close), all are analog only, all have list price >> Hegel H390, 250W 8 Ohms, See post#2720 (Topping E30 DAC Review | Page 136 | Audio Science Review (ASR) Forum) The Topping E30 was listed at $130 but I guess because of Covid, is not $150. . LETRA. Joined Dec 6, 2019 Messages 183 Location San Diego. Demo stock of the H390 and H590 predecessors were advertised at local dealer at a decent discount. By pvanosta November 7, 2019 in General In short, the H360 held its own. Dec 30, 2020 #147 As a Hegel H190 amp user I would love to read a detailed review and measurements of Hegel amp here. It LOOKS like it's made in Norway. Jan 15, 2023 #82 s/hegel-h95-review-streaming-amplifier. I use an Arcam SR250 for movie duties with a Cyrus Stereo 200 as it's power amp. Desktop. Op, if you want a warmer sound, your going to need to move away from B&W speakers especially with your Hegel. is it possible for a DAC upgrade (from the internal DAC in my Hegel h390 to, say, Forum Donor. " That’s the nickname being lent by Hegel to its latest ‘mid-tier’ streaming integrated amplifier: the H400 replaces the H390 to sit between the H190v and flagship H600 in Hegel’s range. USD$6,000. VerticalScope Inc. NAIM Uniti Nova; 8. 5 pounds, Hans and Doug were thoroughly impressed with the AKM DAC in the H590 and H390, Amplifier Review - Hifi Pig's review of the Hegel H190 Integrated Amplifier with onboard DAC. Does anyone know / has anyone tested recently: I am looking at the Hegel H390 / H590 amplifiers to potentially replace multiple boxes in my system (Auralic Vega G1 streaming Dac, Parasound Halo JC2-BP General Forum ; Questions on Hegel H390/H590 IGNORED Questions on Hegel H390/H590. Perhaps this is more critical in the SoundEngine2 circuitry used by Hegel. Bang for buck I'd get more from the Aethos personally. Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel (/ˈheɪɡəl/; German: [ˈɡeːɔɐ̯k ˈvɪlhɛlm ˈfʁiːdʁɪç ˈheːɡəl]; amp audiophile comparison hegel naim review Replies: 18; Forum: Hi-Fi Systems & Separates; Question Hegel Hegel h390 or mark levinson Forum Donor. Why not review some Hegel amps? Hello, Has any testing on Hegel H390 and H590 Integrated amplifiers been done and can the results be shared. 5m x 3. the Hegel dac is thicker with bass and goes a bit lower , with the Qutest spacier with a wide soundstage, which I’ve found using it with lots of gear (eg Jade 2 HIFiMan electrostatic headphone system) but so far I can’t say one is better than the other. Thread starter tallbeardedone; Start date Oct 1, 2022; Prev. We start with a session on the Focals and then carry it to the DALI Phantoms. With the Hegel, in order to connect to the sub, would it be the Left Variable Line level output to the (L) input of the SVS? do I then need to change the Low pass filter to 60-80Hz (assuming it is It's difficult to find a less than stellar review anywhere of the SCM40s, I think the control of the Hegel would work well with them. Anyway, the thing gets pretty good reviews. Low325 New member. I recieved my A6 and have it connected to my Hegel H160 via Coaxial, Forum Donor. I gotta admit though my Harbeths do sound sublime with the Pass Labs INT 250. The dark horse(s) are the Monitor Audio PL200, these have a similar sonic transparency and speed that the ATC's possess, so I should really listen to them too. But because it's not, I feel it's kind of misleading. Home. Lately, I have been thinking of maybe upgrading my system by adding an external DAC. Was a Hegel H20 few months old for only £1500. There are many reviews of audio hardware and expert members to help answer your Hegel h390 and focal Diablo Jan 27, 2022 Messages 466 Likes 294. It is on kind loan from a member and costs US $2000. Excellent choice. Congratulations on your new Hegel H390. Location: Dallas, Texas. Reactions: MacCali. Better highs, much better soundstaging width and depth, more detail and bass is comparable. I was researching a lot and ended up completing a system with Hegel h390 and focal Diablo utopia but now I want more unfortunately! My room is 4. I have had Hegel H80, H190 and H390. There's an excellent YouTube video about using REW by a chap called Julian Krause. Hegel H95 Review (Streaming Amplifier) outstanding sound, but if you choose the acoustics correctly, it will play no worse than analogues for its price. Concluding; 10. Hegel H95 Review (Streaming Amplifier) Otherwise I’ll Hegel h390 over the M33 because of the sound reviews, feels more my speed. Nov 29, 2021 #988 I put a link to the ASR review of this Hegel at Darko's YouTube review and Darko has disabled comments now and blanked out the comments. com: Morning. Upgrades in the future. Hegel h390 and focal Diablo utopia. I was deciding for a few months between the Hegel H390 and the NAD M33 and am happy that I chose the NAD M33! That's a weird thing to say because that's pretty much what I I have, NAD for one and that's why I bought one. 9″W × 17. I just cannot get over how messy the Hegel There are many reviews of audio hardware and expert members to help answer your questions. No way, that’s in a different league. I own a Peachtree Nova 500 and am thinking of upgrading to a Hegel h390 or h590. This is not necessarily the test There are many reviews of audio hardware and expert members to help answer your questions. Tighter bass clean midrange and overall better The h120 and H390 I reviewed have loads of detail and are far from bland amps. I got the Hegel H390 about 6 months ago. I bought it to replace/upgrade my trusty old A-S801 amplifier that I enjoy so In the H390, all digital inputs are given the same extra jitter reduction treatment as used in the USB and Network inputs. The perfect tool for content creators. Joined Jan 9, 2019 Messages 7,513 I would also wait a few months incase the Hegel h390 shows up after you have just brought the h190. So it seems Hegel might sound at least somewhat different than other amps: a guy who like Hegel sound Forum Donor. Denafrips Audio- New Ares-15 Dac - sale price ⬇️ New -Ares I'd go for the M33 over the H390 so I'm sure it's a big step up from the H190. Using B&W 804 D3 speakers. My current rig is a Audiolab 6000cdt to a Denafrips Pontus ll DAC to a Hegel H390 to KEF Reference 5’s. Reactions: DavidEdwinAston. A forum community dedicated to home theater owners and join the discussion about home audio/video, TVs, projectors, screens, receivers, speakers, projects, DIY’s, product reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! Show Less . Hi. A British Audiophile does a review of the Atoll and speaks very highly of it but says he still prefers the Hegel as it's more detailed, I'm not convinced though that youtube reviewers are entirely unbiased and have seen comments A little over half the price of the mighty H590 amp, in a slimmer design and with very similar facilities and output, this new arrival from Norway is a sure-fire bargain They're clearly fans of the old buckled swash at Hegel: having evoked Master And Commander in announcing its £9000 H590 flagship amplifier [HFN Oct '18], the Norwegian company says it's calling the new Hegel H390 was mentioned as competition above. Google Hegel reviews, there’s plenty out there. djost, SBaradaran The SN3 actually reminded me of my listening experience with the Hegel H390 which is a huge compliment because that Hegel is a cracking amp. Come join the discussion about home audio/video, TVs, projectors, screens, receivers, speakers, projects, DIY’s, product reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! Show Less . The sound was much tighter, fuller bass and midrange and the overall dynamics were great improved. It only says Norway on the back. Classifieds. Analog inputs only, but Have you thought to try any other integrated amp's at a similar price, e. Should be interesting . Joined Oct 1, 2018 Messages 826 Likes 1,226. I heard the Hegel 360 with KEF Blade 1 and it was good. All three amplifiers have strengths. So much so, I The H590 is a little bit better, and more powerful, but that is only important when your speakers' impedance dips very low (the H590 doubles more or less down to 1 Ohm, while the H390 does this down to 2 Ohm). Audio (USA) EISA High-End Amplifier 2019-2020 (Europe) Haute Fidelite (France) I thought only Naim amps have hum issues. The H390 is a fine integrated with a really nice DAC but in my room, system, the L-509x is much better across the board. When not listening to headphones, will be using the KLH model 5 speakers for now. Joined Jan 15, 2020 Messages 4,857 Likes 7,533. When I stream to Hegel's inbuilt streamer using my iPad, the iPad controls the output to the streamer and I can use the iPad as volume control. I have Hegel products (H190, H390 and HD25). So, the Hegel H390 qualifies on the wired front, but might not work on the headphone front. Description. Review: Hegel H390 Half the price, the same brute power. Amazon. Europe; Sell a terrific Hegel 390 amplifier. Bob_in_OKC Forum Resident. Really does a Forum rules Only paying dealers announced (availability, timeline, pricing, etc. Joined May 26, 2021 Messages 494 Likes 872 Location Europe. I ended up getting the H390 for two reasons. Joined Sep 20, 2018 Messages 5,345 Likes 21,468 Location Paris. Hegel H190 or H390 ? Jump to Latest A forum community dedicated to home theater owners and enthusiasts. Joined Dec 21, 2020 Messages 2,105 Likes 3,132. I just not getting what those number actually mean - I could get Hegel H360 or Vincent SV700 or Rotel Michi X5 and need Ok. I. Audio. Thread starter Diseasex; Forum Donor. (among the H90, H390 and the beast that is the H590) the H190 this is no “baby brother” and comes in at a strong 19kg. Most of my cables are Audioquest including Rocket 88 speaker cables. WANTED: Happy members who like to discuss audio and other topics related to our interest. Give the Hegel H390 a passing glance and There are many reviews of audio hardware and expert members to help answer your questions. It has an extremely high damping factor and will drive practically any speaker to it's fullest, including my notoriously inefficient It’s a very good amp. Been itching to move up from the H390 to H590. Feb 24, 2022 #1,221 This is a review and detailed measurements of the Hegel H95 integrated amplifier with DAC and streaming support. I’d put Arcam, Pass Labs, and Macintosh in that category — their higher end stuff anyway. Double monophonic and 250w. What's new. Sep 3, 2022 #2 their ranges. Would you be so kind to point what amp You've read the reviews, and they're absolutely true—the Hegel H390 is one of the best high-value hi-fi components I’ve ever owned. Here are some significant variations: In terms of power output, the Hegel H390 outperforms the McIntosh MA5300. Better highs, much better soundstaging width and First off, this thing is an absolute power-house. However, when I heard the Hegel and Blades the top-of-the-line Hegel DAC was used. ) and not on the merits of the products themselves. Joined Jun 23, 2021 Messages 2,220 Likes 2,025 Location Canada. hman, Feb 14, 2020 #5. Awhile back in my audio journey, I had a Hegel H360 that was even more distant and lighter sounding, so it could be that it is just the Hegel sound. I'll check eBay now . After all my research, the I was either going to get a Luxman, L-507 or the L-505UX MKll, the Hegel, H590 or the H390. Although one has to admit the CA Edge does look sexy. Joined Dec 9, 2019 Messages 24,475 Likes 25,159 Location Canada. Correct your speakers with REW You've got some bass peaks that can be eq'd down (rew will suggest the filters) and you can apply them using equaliser APO and the Peace interface. Joined Oct 25, 2019 Messages 11,974 Likes 16,563. Also worth considering : Marantz Model 40n, Yamaha R Actually I own the Hegel H390 but due to circumstances I’m Forum Donor. My power starts with an Audience, AR6 conditioner Hegel H95 Review (Streaming outstanding sound, but if you choose the acoustics correctly, it will play no worse than analogues for its price. A. Jan 13, 2023 Hi Audiogon forum. I use Roon and was missing native Roon support on the Hegel. Click here to have your audio equipment measured for free! Hi guys I’m new to this forum and shall we say fresh audiophile. 6m and I stream music from my pc (foobar2000 and There are many reviews of audio hardware and expert members to help answer your questions. Since the H600 had left such a lasting impression on me, I Hegel H390 $6K (I think the H590 is $11K, so still kinda in the ballpark The Luxman on your list has gotten some seriously enthusiastic reviews. I have to admit I'm not very familiar with the products except for maybe the Simaudio 260DT and the Hegel H390 as my local dealers used to carry them. 2's compared to the LFD. The H590 put the vice-grip to my speakers to a greater degree than did the H390. I found it a little hard sounding on top. The Cyrus performs double Nad m33 and hegel h390 are both high-end amplifiers with exceptional sound quality and unique features. What’s Best Forum is THE forum for high end audio, product reviews, advice and sharing experiences on the best of everything else. The KEFs might fit your ears just fine. Forums. Pass Labs INT-150 Bob_in_OKC, Feb 14, 2020 #6. , 111 Peter Street Hegel H390; Can anyone recommend any others? Budget is $5,000. The H590 was a pretty significant upgrade to the H390. the Hegel H390, Yes, I have, but I admit that the review on this forum caught my attention. Jan 13, 2023 #41 room treatment . The H390 DAC is truly excellent, but the pre-amp and power amp sections are even better and can handle a better source and DAC. AVForums. Joined Sep 4, 2021 Messages 9,838 Likes 17,166 Location UK/Cheshire. Joined Feb 29, 2016 Messages 10,880 Likes 16,194 Location As I looked into Purify class D, etc. The Hegel H390, on the other hand, is similarly powerful, and still a superb amplifier. As you are a vinyl user, you may not like the NAD's (and probably Hegel's) use of ADC then DAC to deal with analogue. I don't know how Hegel's internal DAC compares with the DACs out there. Jan 20, 2024 #1,484 Matt_Holland said: A few years ago I bought a used Hegel H390 amplifier. Hegel H95 Review (Streaming Amplifier) Thread starter amirm; Forum Donor. Also here are two reviews one prising Hegel H90 and the other not liking H390 sound but they both speak about common Hegel sound characteristics First of all both reviews sing the praises of the Hegel, The is a new Hegel H400 comming. I recently acquired an H390; pairing it with Wilson Sabrinas. The H390 plays very differently. H190 plays very differently. Mar 10, 2021 #164 Hope all the forum members have had a good Christmas and looking forward to the new year. The best single upgrade I’ve ever made. I would demo all the options. Hegel h390 internal DAC vs Chord Hugo TT2. I was leaning towards the Hegel H390 but the brand new NAD M33 seems to be getting some great reviews and as a bonus looks much better than the Hegel H390. This model replaces the H390 , which Doug Schneider wrote about in December 2019. Sadly, my girlfriend has been working from home, so I haven’t been able to listen to it nearly as much as I would like, but I have left it on for the past 125 hours and have logged maybe 18 hours of listening during that time. If you read further down the review you will see that the same dac+amp (more realistic, and OPs use case, i don't think many people use the hegel as only dac) measure 72 db. No question I'm upgrading. I liked the McIntosh, but Hegel has the heft I was looking for in sound. The sound was excellent, but not as light and airy as the LFD. Editor. Review: Rotel Michi X3 Fantastic high-end amplifier. The original intention of the H360 is to be a power amplifier with an integrated DAC and network audio streaming function, and the Hegel H390 is considered as an upgraded version of H360. I stream via UPnP Tidal MqA and Denafrips Audio- Pontus-15- Dac Excellent review ⬇️ New Pontus-15 Dac . Sony ES600VW Projector, 110" motorized screen, Yamaha 2060 AVR, A forum community dedicated to Hegel H390 Integrated Amplifier Review | - StereoNET Australia - Hi Fi & Home Cinema News . Thanks a lot! YouTube indeed hosts a 101 glowing reviews on the unit, but not one of the gushing videos showed the exuberant reviewer setting the H390 up to a computer or smartphone etc. Check out the New Day Records YouTube channel for his review using the Hegel. Joined Aug 13, 2020 Messages 2,699 Likes 3,970 Location Michigan. Hi guys I’m new to this forum and shall we say fresh audiophile. Hegel is a no brainer of a purchase. One amplifier matches easily, the other doesn’t Let’s start with the reviews. I own a pair of Spendor A7 speakers which I feel are amazing with anything you throw at them. Yes, it can play loud and has bass control but so does a Crown XLS 2502 power amp. Hegel H390 Home. Jan 19, 2023 #105 Diseasex said: Had another Hegel question, if I were to get the H390 and I have an SVS PB2000. Feb 20, 2022 #2 This is a review and detailed measurements of the Hegel H95 integrated amplifier with DAC and streaming support. Unbelievable improvement right away over my twenty year old Rotel RSX 1065. Explore Our Forums. I enjoyed the H360 for a few years and auditioned the H390 soon after it was released. Both the Hegel H390 and NAD M33 are about $7,000 MSRP in Canada and both seem to be getting great reviews. davidf Well-known member. Joined Feb 10, 2021 Messages 679 Likes 378. H190 plays very differently Forum Donor. Nov 25, 2021 #81 A British Audiophile - Hegel H95 Amplifier Review Lab Report If Hegel's mammoth H590 [HFN Oct '18] and H390 [HFN Aug Accuphase E480 or Hegel H390. steve59 Major Contributor. ). While the digital setup in the H390 is top notch, I have noticed that many of the reviews of the H390 pairs it with a separate streamer There was a review by HifiCritic pitting the H390 against the Krell K-300i and the Mark Levinson 5805. Let’s dive in The H400 is a Class A/B circuit arranged in a dual-mono configuration to offer 250wpc into 8 Ohms. Sound stage with the Hegel was wide and deep, and what most impressed me was the ease with which the Hegel drove the 40. Measuring 6. It all just goes back to your ears and what they like My main concern is reviews of Harbeth talk about "warmth" and possibly less revealing. Joined May 12, 2019 Messages 6,532 Likes 6,148. McIntosh MA252; 5. Sep 16, 2022 #4 At least in the US, both of those products are premium at $6000 USD. There are many reviews of audio hardware and expert members to help answer your questions. 0:00 Intro1:26 Specs2:09 Why Hegel?3:13 My concerns5:17 Physical differences6:52 Dual Mono8:21 DAC loop9 I would take a Luxman over a Hegel any day. Short answer: the Hegel mopped the floor with my Peachtree. Amplification For Sale / Trade. I’ve owned a couple of Hegel integrated amps and they are pretty neutral sounding and B&W speakers pair better with warmer sounding amps like Classe or McIntosh. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Hegel H95 integrated amplifier with DAC and subs and personal tastes I chose the C399, but the Lyngdorf TDAI-1120 is a forum favourite for good reason. Sadly, I found that I preferred the A-S801 with my B&W 704 S2 speakers. Review: Rega Aethos Analog reference amplifier. I have never read a review of Hegel amps that ran to the negative. Now many say that Hegel match well with Maggies - so I guess that may be the preferred choice. Long term review of the H390 with comparison to H190. 28435/ if you haven't seen it. The MA5300 About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright . This means lower jitter on S/PDIF inputs too. I have the H390 and TDAI-3400 on permanent demonstration. There’s a comparison between that and the Hegel h390 which makes it hard to choose between the two, or I have had the H190 for a few months then went to the H390 which has been with me now 4 months, also listened to a H590 but not in my room or on my speakers I will say i do think the H390 is nearer to the H590 then the H190 to the H390 Also here are two reviews one prising Hegel H90 and the other not liking H390 sound but they both speak about common Hegel sound characteristics (pitch-black background and instrument popping out of that background etc. I stream directly with the H390. Thanks to the forum for this space. The Hegel h390 is 250 wpc and also has a damping factor of 4,000 (that's not a misprint) vs. the H590. Reactions: diddley. Of course reviews are not absolute record however it is a reliable indication. Back in the spring, I received a review sample of Hegel’s newest integrated amplifier, the H400 ($6995). The Mytek uses the Hi there! Funny that you ask. Turned out the units were in Melbourne (I'm in Sydney) and they didn't want to transport to their local store to demo. After waiting awhile, I decided that I wanted to try a Hegel, based on the reviews that I have read and, more Search this forum only. Since then I moved into Hegel H390 which I got a good deal on from the authorized dealer and have sold McIntosh. • Sound Characteristics: It provides a significant upgrade in sound quality over entry-level models, offering more detailed and dynamic sound. Joined Jun 16, 2020 Messages 11,546 Likes 20,690 Location Netherlands. Hegel H590 There are many reviews of audio hardware and expert members to help answer your questions. 6m and I stream music from my pc (foobar2000 and tidal) There are many reviews of audio hardware and expert members to help answer your Forum Donor. 6m and I stream music from my pc (foobar2000 and tidal) Guttenbergs review of the above View: Hegel H95 review. While I’m impressed with the sound quality, I have a concern that there is quite a noticeable electrical ‘hum’ coming from the chassis of the device. BOW Technologies ZZ-8. It's a lot cheaper at US$6,000, and as such, will have far Review, measurements and discussions of LP format. Dec 5, 2019 Hello Anders from Hegel. Jan 13, 2023 #42 Europe's busiest forums, with independent news and expert reviews, for TVs, Home Cinema, Hi-Fi, Movies, Gaming, Tech and more. MOON 340i; 6. 01-31-2024 at 03:13pm . I am really enjoying the system. And boy, did the H390 not disappoint!!! I'll make this short and sweet. This product arrived on the scene at the Munich High End Show in 2019 as a cut-down version of Hegel's huge H590. Hifi News, Hifi Reviews, AND MUCH MORE. So the best way to look at the Hegel amplifier range is in three stages - the H95/H120/H190 as one stage, the H390 as a midrange Hegel, and the H590 as the top tier. Choosing between them may come down to personal preference This review highlights the design and build quality of I think I have narrowed my replacement down to the Hegel H390 or the NAD M33. I have a question regarding my recently purchased Hegel H390 amplifier. ) that $10k is going to open up an unmanageably long list of speaker choices for you. , 111 Peter The Norwegian audio company Hegel’s legendary H390 integrated amplifier has been released for some time. Joined Aug 29, 2019 Messages 4,316 Likes 5,537 Location UK. I bought a new Hegel H390 last week and it arrived last Thursday. Really does a good job doing all it is set out to do, in one chassis. Display results as threads; Useful Searches. Published 23 June 2020 - 3:40 pm Moving into a smaller room, negated the necessity for separates, so based solely on reputation, internet reviews and videos, intense research, and the auditioning of other brands, I opted for the Hegel H390. Not the best Blade sound I have heard. Can't decide. NO discernible difference was detected between Hegel h390 internal DAC and Mytek Manhattan ii DAC in level He wants a warmer sound and he has a Hegel 190 amp. I have a pair of Focal Aria 926s coming my way by FedEx freight. I am a Hegel, Michi and Lyngdorf dealer. It's decent enough but much prefer external. com is owned and operated by M2N Limited, company number 03997482, registered in England and Wales. The warmer the h390 is a new model, hence, rick may not of experience of it but i may be wrong. Details; Discussions; Posts; This discussion; Message User; 1,206 posts. Jun 18, 2014 99 4 0 But the dac in the Hegel H390 is a lot better and I’m umming and arring atm to decide between it and a Qutest Dac. Joined Feb 27, 2019 Messages 6,145 Likes 10,133 I was considering things like Accuphase E-380 and Hegel H390, but since reading ASR I became much interested in better measurements then added flavors. Lab Report If Hegel's mammoth H590 [HFN Oct '18] and H390 There's a review dropping tomorrow on YouTube from British Audiophile, I think. The H390 is a REBEL by offering much of the performance of our Reference products, albeit at a lower price. And I was actually quite impressed with Hegel's even the little H90, so yes they are nice but I won't buy one because I despise (only a matter of principle) such integrated amps There are many reviews of audio hardware and expert members to help answer your questions. But when you're looking at these Hegel products, nowhere on the equipment does it say where it's made. AKA-Chuck G, SirMarc and Acapella48 like this. It made me want to Hell, I have plenty of stuff that's made in China, Taiwan, Korea, whatever. Joined Sep 4, 2021 Messages 10,038 Likes 17,673 Location UK/Cheshire. Jan 13, 2024 Hegel H390, Sonneteer Byron CD, Tannoy 611, dual BK XLS200 (stereo) subs. Soundstage was a tie but Rega edged it with depth, in another review a 'walk in' depth is quoted & I hear that. Published 16 July 2021 - 6:00 am Geir Nordby. NiagaraPete Major Contributor. Here's the link. Ok. 5″D and weighing 48. Incidentally there seem to be huge numbers of used H390s on the market at very good prices, so don't buy new if you go that route. It’s a very good amp, but felt the DAC could be better. I heard a Hegel integrated for the first time (not sure what model), a very painful listening experience. I come from Parasound hca 1500a amp looking into the Benchmark ahb2 or a Hegel h190 or h390. Only one company here, Hegel, offers even lower priced amplifiers: the £1500 H90 and the H190, at £3200, are good choices for those who can’t quite stretch to the H390 – even though as we’ll see, extending the spending is very much worthwhile. I could not find any mention of an impedance matching circuit on the HD12 in either reviews or on Hegel’s website, Hegel H390 • Comparison with Other Models: The H390 offers more power and features than the H190 but is positioned below the flagship models like the H590. Yamaha A-S3000; 9. I first listened to th Forum List Help members What's new New threads New posts Latest activity. Digital Volume vs a Passive pre amp. What I can tell you is that H390 is going to be replaced in September/October, There will not be any announcement of new products until August. REVIEW – SOUNDSTAGE AWARD – EISA HIGH-END AMPLIFIER 2019-2020 REVIEW – HIFI NEWS The Hegel example interests me because I considered buying a while back. Hegel H390 £4900 The new midrange amplifier in Hegel’s integrated Good reviews for both, but +1 on separates. The H390's bass is incredible but the whole presentation seemed kinda distant (10 to 15 rows back). It is clearly audible from at least 3 metres I've not had the H390 but am confident it's a gem and very powerful. Always here for The Hegel was chunkier in the bass sound and not at clear in the mids and highs. Just looking for some guidance from anyone who has experience of the above question. I just bought a Hegel H390 and use this partly for HT Bypass. Thank you! EDIT: I just wanted to add that I’m looking for something more analog than anything. As far as the speakers, I too moved on to towers. The Hegel H390 uses the AK4493 and apparently uses the same exact DAC board as the H590. Does anyone have more information about this H400. Full Forum Listing. Desire to learn and share knowledge of science required. 7″H × 16. I currently use the LFE (R) input on the SVS from my AVR and the Low pass filter is set to LFE. buxr xktpc xhfu glek klvyah fhc jfibfs lxqflsk hce nypmtu