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Hegel's new H360 amp/DAC is now up and running and here the H360 is being used with ATC's curved SCM40 passive monitors and two JL audio E-110 subwoofers at Musicraft





"Yet, in summary I want to change my sporting analogy. In Hegel combining its extensive know-how around lowering distortion, eradicating noise and preserving phase and transient timing, the H360 is achieving something that is much greater than the sum of the beneficial parts. It’s the effect of watching a truly talented footballer like Messi or Cantona on the ball – time slows down and skill just expresses itself beautifully. Music I know extremely well is refreshed and the artist’s intent becomes clearer. It’s not a matter of extra detail revealed, it’s just effortless, unhampered communication. The sheer cleanliness of the H360’s delivery means I’m better able to understand and enjoy my music"
“The integrated amplifier is coming of age again, and in the H360 Hegel has created a new reference product in its range that looks to be creating a whole new benchmark performance for others to try their best to match” Chris Ward Hi-Fi Choice (UK) - September 2015


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC

Hegel H360 is a giant among integrated amplifiers. With 250 watts per channel into 8 ohms and a damping factor of more than 4000, it will control virtually any loudspeaker on the market. Thanks to the patented SoundEngine technology, this beast of an amplifier combines power, dynamics, finesse and musicality like no other integrated amp on the market. The connectivity is more of a bonus... There are balanced and unbalanced analog inputs. There is a Home Theatre bypass. There are optical and coaxial digital inputs, as well as a USB input for any signal up to DSD128... And, yes - it is also a streamer. Need we say more?

The core of everything Hegel is sound quality, and the H360 is no exception. The obvious benefit of the H360 is easy to see - power. It can deliver 2 x 250 watts per channel into 8 Ohms, and is stable even in lower impedances. Furthermore, the damping factor of more than 4000 makes certain it can take control over even the most demanding loudspeakers. The H360 will always play with great authority and ease.

Rarely is such power combined with finesse. However, specially designed power supplies driving precision volume attenuators contributes to an extremely low noise floor. Hand matching near perfect transistor pairs in the input stage reduces harmonic distortion. Our patented SoundEngine technology reduces over all distortion, and especially cross-over distortion. Our designers understand how transistors work, down to the atomic level, and have used all this knowledge in designing the H360.

The H360 incorporates a high quality DAC, using Hegel’s proprietary re-clocking. The benefit of this is that we can make everyday sources sound really good. Sources like a phone or a computer. This is why we have also included functionality like Apple AirPlay and DLNA streaming. There is also a reference class USB input, supporting all formats including native DSD64 and DSD128.

Technical Details

- Power output spk: 250 w/pc into 8 Ohms, 420 w/pc into 4 Ohms
- Analog inputs: 1 balanced (XLR), 1 unbalanced (RCA), 1 home theatre
- Analog outputs: 1 fixed line level (RCA), 1 variable line level (RCA)
- Digital inputs: 1 coaxial, 3 optical, 1 USB, 1 ethernet (RJ45)
- Digital outputs: 1 coaxial (from digital inputs only)
- Control input: 3,5 mm IR-Jack (rear)
- Frequency response: 5Hz-180kHz
- Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 100dB
- Crosstalk: Less than -100dB
- Damping factor: More than 4000 (main power output stage)
- Dimensions: 12cm (15cm w/feet) x 43cm x 43cm (HxWxD)
- Weight: 20,5kg (net), 24kg (shipping)
- Dimensions US: 4.72” (5.9” w/feet) x 16.93” x 16.93” (HxBxD)
- Weight US: 45,2lbs (net), 53lbs (shipping)

RRP £3400


Hegel SoundEngine Technology



http://www.hegel.com/technology/soundengine


https://www.facebook.com/hegelmusic/...humbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter


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Hi-Fi Choice reviews Hegel's new H360 amp/DAC

http://www.hegel.com/images/reviews/...fichoiceuk.pdf


H360 amp/DAC with ATC's curved SCM40 passive monitors and two JL audio E-110 subwoofers at Musicraft


H360 amp/DAC with ATC's curved SCM40 passive monitors and two JL audio E-110 subwoofers at Musicraft

"Yet, in summary I want to change my sporting analogy. In Hegel combining its extensive know-how around lowering distortion, eradicating noise and preserving phase and transient timing, the H360 is achieving something that is much greater than the sum of the beneficial parts. It’s the effect of watching a truly talented footballer like Messi or Cantona on the ball – time slows down and skill just expresses itself beautifully. Music I know extremely well is refreshed and the artist’s intent becomes clearer. It’s not a matter of extra detail revealed, it’s just effortless, unhampered communication. The sheer cleanliness of the H360’s delivery means I’m better able to understand and enjoy my music"
“The integrated amplifier is coming of age again, and in the H360 Hegel has created a new reference product in its range that looks to be creating a whole new benchmark performance for others to try their best to match” Chris Ward Hi-Fi Choice (UK) - September 2015


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC

Hegel H360 is a giant among integrated amplifiers. With 250 watts per channel into 8 ohms and a damping factor of more than 4000, it will control virtually any loudspeaker on the market. Thanks to the patented SoundEngine technology, this beast of an amplifier combines power, dynamics, finesse and musicality like no other integrated amp on the market. The connectivity is more of a bonus... There are balanced and unbalanced analog inputs. There is a Home Theatre bypass. There are optical and coaxial digital inputs, as well as a USB input for any signal up to DSD128... And, yes - it is also a streamer. Need we say more?

The core of everything Hegel is sound quality, and the H360 is no exception. The obvious benefit of the H360 is easy to see - power. It can deliver 2 x 250 watts per channel into 8 Ohms, and is stable even in lower impedances. Furthermore, the damping factor of more than 4000 makes certain it can take control over even the most demanding loudspeakers. The H360 will always play with great authority and ease.

Rarely is such power combined with finesse. However, specially designed power supplies driving precision volume attenuators contributes to an extremely low noise floor. Hand matching near perfect transistor pairs in the input stage reduces harmonic distortion. Our patented SoundEngine technology reduces over all distortion, and especially cross-over distortion. Our designers understand how transistors work, down to the atomic level, and have used all this knowledge in designing the H360.

The H360 incorporates a high quality DAC, using Hegel’s proprietary re-clocking. The benefit of this is that we can make everyday sources sound really good. Sources like a phone or a computer. This is why we have also included functionality like Apple AirPlay and DLNA streaming. There is also a reference class USB input, supporting all formats including native DSD64 and DSD128.

Damping Factor

Technically - it is a term describing the difference between the output impedance of the amplifier and the load impedance of the loudspeaker.
Practically - It will determine the stability of the amplifier. It needs to stop the “return kick” of current from the loudspeaker or it will be knocked out of balance.
Eeeuhhmm? - Sonically, a higher damping factor means better bass control. Lower damping factor means fluffy bass.
Standard - The industry average is 60-80. Hegel is 1000-4000. That is what makes Hegel so tight and dynamic.

Technical Details

- Power output spk: 250 w/pc into 8 Ohms, 420 w/pc into 4 Ohms
- Analog inputs: 1 balanced (XLR), 1 unbalanced (RCA), 1 home theatre
- Analog outputs: 1 fixed line level (RCA), 1 variable line level (RCA)
- Digital inputs: 1 coaxial, 3 optical, 1 USB, 1 ethernet (RJ45)
- Digital outputs: 1 coaxial (from digital inputs only)
- Control input: 3,5 mm IR-Jack (rear)
- Frequency response: 5Hz-180kHz
- Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 100dB
- Crosstalk: Less than -100dB
- Damping factor: More than 4000 (main power output stage)
- Dimensions: 12cm (15cm w/feet) x 43cm x 43cm (HxWxD)
- Weight: 20,5kg (net), 24kg (shipping)
- Dimensions US: 4.72” (5.9” w/feet) x 16.93” x 16.93” (HxBxD)
- Weight US: 45,2lbs (net), 53lbs (shipping)

RRP £3400


Hegel SoundEngine Technology



http://www.hegel.com/technology/soundengine


https://www.facebook.com/hegelmusic/...humbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter


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Another Hegel H360 amp/DAC now residing in its new owners home in Derbyshire This H360 is being used to power Monitor Audio's GX200 loudspeakers






H360 amp/DAC with ATC's curved SCM40 passive monitors and two JL audio E-110 subwoofers at Musicraft


H360 amp/DAC with ATC's curved SCM40 passive monitors and two JL audio E-110 subwoofers at Musicraft


http://www.hegel.com/images/reviews/...fichoiceuk.pdf
Hi-Fi Choice (UK) reviews Hegel's new H360 amp/DAC


"Yet, in summary I want to change my sporting analogy. In Hegel combining its extensive know-how around lowering distortion, eradicating noise and preserving phase and transient timing, the H360 is achieving something that is much greater than the sum of the beneficial parts. It’s the effect of watching a truly talented footballer like Messi or Cantona on the ball – time slows down and skill just expresses itself beautifully. Music I know extremely well is refreshed and the artist’s intent becomes clearer. It’s not a matter of extra detail revealed, it’s just effortless, unhampered communication. The sheer cleanliness of the H360’s delivery means I’m better able to understand and enjoy my music"
“The integrated amplifier is coming of age again, and in the H360 Hegel has created a new reference product in its range that looks to be creating a whole new benchmark performance for others to try their best to match” Chris Ward Hi-Fi Choice (UK) - September 2015


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC

Hegel H360 is a giant among integrated amplifiers. With 250 watts per channel into 8 ohms and a damping factor of more than 4000, it will control virtually any loudspeaker on the market. Thanks to the patented SoundEngine technology, this beast of an amplifier combines power, dynamics, finesse and musicality like no other integrated amp on the market. The connectivity is more of a bonus... There are balanced and unbalanced analog inputs. There is a Home Theatre bypass. There are optical and coaxial digital inputs, as well as a USB input for any signal up to DSD128... And, yes - it is also a streamer. Need we say more?

The core of everything Hegel is sound quality, and the H360 is no exception. The obvious benefit of the H360 is easy to see - power. It can deliver 2 x 250 watts per channel into 8 Ohms, and is stable even in lower impedances. Furthermore, the damping factor of more than 4000 makes certain it can take control over even the most demanding loudspeakers. The H360 will always play with great authority and ease.

Rarely is such power combined with finesse. However, specially designed power supplies driving precision volume attenuators contributes to an extremely low noise floor. Hand matching near perfect transistor pairs in the input stage reduces harmonic distortion. Our patented SoundEngine technology reduces over all distortion, and especially cross-over distortion. Our designers understand how transistors work, down to the atomic level, and have used all this knowledge in designing the H360.

The H360 incorporates a high quality DAC, using Hegel’s proprietary re-clocking. The benefit of this is that we can make everyday sources sound really good. Sources like a phone or a computer. This is why we have also included functionality like Apple AirPlay and DLNA streaming. There is also a reference class USB input, supporting all formats including native DSD64 and DSD128.

Damping Factor

Technically - it is a term describing the difference between the output impedance of the amplifier and the load impedance of the loudspeaker.
Practically - It will determine the stability of the amplifier. It needs to stop the “return kick” of current from the loudspeaker or it will be knocked out of balance.
Eeeuhhmm? - Sonically, a higher damping factor means better bass control. Lower damping factor means fluffy bass.
Standard - The industry average is 60-80. Hegel is 1000-4000. That is what makes Hegel so tight and dynamic.

Technical Details

- Power output spk: 250 w/pc into 8 Ohms, 420 w/pc into 4 Ohms
- Analog inputs: 1 balanced (XLR), 1 unbalanced (RCA), 1 home theatre
- Analog outputs: 1 fixed line level (RCA), 1 variable line level (RCA)
- Digital inputs: 1 coaxial, 3 optical, 1 USB, 1 ethernet (RJ45)
- Digital outputs: 1 coaxial (from digital inputs only)
- Control input: 3,5 mm IR-Jack (rear)
- Frequency response: 5Hz-180kHz
- Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 100dB
- Crosstalk: Less than -100dB
- Damping factor: More than 4000 (main power output stage)
- Dimensions: 12cm (15cm w/feet) x 43cm x 43cm (HxWxD)
- Weight: 20,5kg (net), 24kg (shipping)
- Dimensions US: 4.72” (5.9” w/feet) x 16.93” x 16.93” (HxBxD)
- Weight US: 45,2lbs (net), 53lbs (shipping)

RRP £3400


Hegel SoundEngine Technology



http://www.hegel.com/technology/soundengine


https://www.facebook.com/hegelmusic/...humbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter


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Stereolife reviews Hegel's new H360 amp/DAC

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"If you need an amplifier "for life" - if you are tired of being half way there, if you need power to drive your speakers without resorting to monoblocks the size of a subwoofer, or you just want to have a 100 percent high end system in one box. The H360 is a must to listen to."


H360 amp/DAC with ATC's curved SCM40 passive monitors and two JL audio E-110 subwoofers at Musicraft


H360 amp/DAC with ATC's curved SCM40 passive monitors and two JL audio E-110 subwoofers at Musicraft

http://www.hegel.com/images/reviews/...fichoiceuk.pdf
Hi-Fi Choice (UK) H360 review

"Yet, in summary I want to change my sporting analogy. In Hegel combining its extensive know-how around lowering distortion, eradicating noise and preserving phase and transient timing, the H360 is achieving something that is much greater than the sum of the beneficial parts. It’s the effect of watching a truly talented footballer like Messi or Cantona on the ball – time slows down and skill just expresses itself beautifully. Music I know extremely well is refreshed and the artist’s intent becomes clearer. It’s not a matter of extra detail revealed, it’s just effortless, unhampered communication. The sheer cleanliness of the H360’s delivery means I’m better able to understand and enjoy my music"
“The integrated amplifier is coming of age again, and in the H360 Hegel has created a new reference product in its range that looks to be creating a whole new benchmark performance for others to try their best to match” Chris Ward Hi-Fi Choice (UK) - September 2015


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC

Hegel H360 is a giant among integrated amplifiers. With 250 watts per channel into 8 ohms and a damping factor of more than 4000, it will control virtually any loudspeaker on the market. Thanks to the patented SoundEngine technology, this beast of an amplifier combines power, dynamics, finesse and musicality like no other integrated amp on the market. The connectivity is more of a bonus... There are balanced and unbalanced analog inputs. There is a Home Theatre bypass. There are optical and coaxial digital inputs, as well as a USB input for any signal up to DSD128... And, yes - it is also a streamer. Need we say more?

The core of everything Hegel is sound quality, and the H360 is no exception. The obvious benefit of the H360 is easy to see - power. It can deliver 2 x 250 watts per channel into 8 Ohms, and is stable even in lower impedances. Furthermore, the damping factor of more than 4000 makes certain it can take control over even the most demanding loudspeakers. The H360 will always play with great authority and ease.

Rarely is such power combined with finesse. However, specially designed power supplies driving precision volume attenuators contributes to an extremely low noise floor. Hand matching near perfect transistor pairs in the input stage reduces harmonic distortion. Our patented SoundEngine technology reduces over all distortion, and especially cross-over distortion. Our designers understand how transistors work, down to the atomic level, and have used all this knowledge in designing the H360.

The H360 incorporates a high quality DAC, using Hegel’s proprietary re-clocking. The benefit of this is that we can make everyday sources sound really good. Sources like a phone or a computer. This is why we have also included functionality like Apple AirPlay and DLNA streaming. There is also a reference class USB input, supporting all formats including native DSD64 and DSD128.

Damping factor -

Technically - it is a term describing the difference between the output impedance of the amplifier and the load impedance of the loudspeaker.
Practically - It will determine the stability of the amplifier. It needs to stop the “return kick” of current from the loudspeaker or it will be knocked out of balance.
Eeeuhhmm? - Sonically, a higher damping factor means better bass control. Lower damping factor means fluffy bass.
Standard - The industry average is 60-80. Hegel is 1000-4000. That is what makes Hegel so tight and dynamic.

Technical Details

- Power output spk: 250 w/pc into 8 Ohms, 420 w/pc into 4 Ohms
- Analog inputs: 1 balanced (XLR), 1 unbalanced (RCA), 1 home theatre
- Analog outputs: 1 fixed line level (RCA), 1 variable line level (RCA)
- Digital inputs: 1 coaxial, 3 optical, 1 USB, 1 ethernet (RJ45)
- Digital outputs: 1 coaxial (from digital inputs only)
- Control input: 3,5 mm IR-Jack (rear)
- Frequency response: 5Hz-180kHz
- Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 100dB
- Crosstalk: Less than -100dB
- Damping factor: More than 4000 (main power output stage)
- Dimensions: 12cm (15cm w/feet) x 43cm x 43cm (HxWxD)
- Weight: 20,5kg (net), 24kg (shipping)
- Dimensions US: 4.72” (5.9” w/feet) x 16.93” x 16.93” (HxBxD)
- Weight US: 45,2lbs (net), 53lbs (shipping)

RRP £3400


Hegel SoundEngine Technology



http://www.hegel.com/technology/soundengine


https://www.facebook.com/hegelmusic/...humbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter



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Hegel will be showing their new H360 amp/DAC at the Brussels Hi-Fi show this weekend (10 & 11 October 2015) at the Diamant Conference Centre in room Newton B



https://translate.google.co.uk/trans...264&edit-text=
Stereolife H360 review

"If you need an amplifier "for life" - if you are tired of being half way there, if you need power to drive your speakers without resorting to monoblocks the size of a subwoofer, or you just want to have a 100 percent high end system in one box. The H360 is a must to listen to."


http://www.hegel.com/images/reviews/...fichoiceuk.pdf
Hi-Fi Choice (UK) H360 review

"Yet, in summary I want to change my sporting analogy. In Hegel combining its extensive know-how around lowering distortion, eradicating noise and preserving phase and transient timing, the H360 is achieving something that is much greater than the sum of the beneficial parts. It’s the effect of watching a truly talented footballer like Messi or Cantona on the ball – time slows down and skill just expresses itself beautifully. Music I know extremely well is refreshed and the artist’s intent becomes clearer. It’s not a matter of extra detail revealed, it’s just effortless, unhampered communication. The sheer cleanliness of the H360’s delivery means I’m better able to understand and enjoy my music"
“The integrated amplifier is coming of age again, and in the H360 Hegel has created a new reference product in its range that looks to be creating a whole new benchmark performance for others to try their best to match” Chris Ward Hi-Fi Choice (UK) - September 2015


H360 amp/DAC with ATC's curved SCM40 passive monitors and two JL audio E-110 subwoofers at Musicraft


H360 amp/DAC with ATC's curved SCM40 passive monitors and two JL audio E-110 subwoofers at Musicraft


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC

Hegel H360 is a giant among integrated amplifiers. With 250 watts per channel into 8 ohms and a damping factor of more than 4000, it will control virtually any loudspeaker on the market. Thanks to the patented SoundEngine technology, this beast of an amplifier combines power, dynamics, finesse and musicality like no other integrated amp on the market. The connectivity is more of a bonus... There are balanced and unbalanced analog inputs. There is a Home Theatre bypass. There are optical and coaxial digital inputs, as well as a USB input for any signal up to DSD128... And, yes - it is also a streamer. Need we say more?

The core of everything Hegel is sound quality, and the H360 is no exception. The obvious benefit of the H360 is easy to see - power. It can deliver 2 x 250 watts per channel into 8 Ohms, and is stable even in lower impedances. Furthermore, the damping factor of more than 4000 makes certain it can take control over even the most demanding loudspeakers. The H360 will always play with great authority and ease.

Rarely is such power combined with finesse. However, specially designed power supplies driving precision volume attenuators contributes to an extremely low noise floor. Hand matching near perfect transistor pairs in the input stage reduces harmonic distortion. Our patented SoundEngine technology reduces over all distortion, and especially cross-over distortion. Our designers understand how transistors work, down to the atomic level, and have used all this knowledge in designing the H360.

The H360 incorporates a high quality DAC, using Hegel’s proprietary re-clocking. The benefit of this is that we can make everyday sources sound really good. Sources like a phone or a computer. This is why we have also included functionality like Apple AirPlay and DLNA streaming. There is also a reference class USB input, supporting all formats including native DSD64 and DSD128.

Damping factor -

Technically - it is a term describing the difference between the output impedance of the amplifier and the load impedance of the loudspeaker.
Practically - It will determine the stability of the amplifier. It needs to stop the “return kick” of current from the loudspeaker or it will be knocked out of balance.
Eeeuhhmm? - Sonically, a higher damping factor means better bass control. Lower damping factor means fluffy bass.
Standard - The industry average is 60-80. Hegel is 1000-4000. That is what makes Hegel so tight and dynamic.

Technical Details

- Power output spk: 250 w/pc into 8 Ohms, 420 w/pc into 4 Ohms
- Analog inputs: 1 balanced (XLR), 1 unbalanced (RCA), 1 home theatre
- Analog outputs: 1 fixed line level (RCA), 1 variable line level (RCA)
- Digital inputs: 1 coaxial, 3 optical, 1 USB, 1 ethernet (RJ45)
- Digital outputs: 1 coaxial (from digital inputs only)
- Control input: 3,5 mm IR-Jack (rear)
- Frequency response: 5Hz-180kHz
- Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 100dB
- Crosstalk: Less than -100dB
- Damping factor: More than 4000 (main power output stage)
- Dimensions: 12cm (15cm w/feet) x 43cm x 43cm (HxWxD)
- Weight: 20,5kg (net), 24kg (shipping)
- Dimensions US: 4.72” (5.9” w/feet) x 16.93” x 16.93” (HxBxD)
- Weight US: 45,2lbs (net), 53lbs (shipping)

RRP £3400


Hegel SoundEngine Technology



http://www.hegel.com/technology/soundengine


https://www.facebook.com/hegelmusic/...humbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter


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Hegel's Founder and Technical Director, Bent Holter receives Hegel's H160 "Amplifier of the Year" award at the Lydogbilde Award Ceremony








H160 amp/DAC


H160 amp/DAC


H160 amp/DAC


H160 amp/DAC


H160 amp/DAC


H160 amp/DAC

The H160 amplifier has one purpose, and one purpose only - to allow you to connect whatever device you want and make it sound as good as it possibly can. First of all, we designed an integrated amplifier with a broader set of connections than any other amplifier on the market, in this category. There is a wide variety of connections, varying from classic balanced and unbalanced analog connections, to Home Theatre integration and onwards to various digital inputs. You can also stream wireless music to it from devices with Apple AirPlay or DLNA. Secondly, we realized that not all the devices you choose to connect are designed to be high-end music performers. This meant we had to develop a range of unique technologies and implementations to make certain that your phone, tablet or CD-player could reach its fullest potential. The H160 incorporates technology that "repairs" some of the damaged caused by a low quality source.

Finally, we integrated the new with the classic, and included our award-winning and worldwide patent holding amplifier technology, the SoundEngine. This amplifier design completely turns ordinary amplifier designs upside down. The result is a purer and smoother sound with low distortion, as well as ultra dynamic bass due to a high damping factor. And yes, you can also use your headphones, and it uses up to 60% less power than an ordinary amplifier. So, what are you standing there thinking about?

Damping factor -

Technically - it is a term describing the difference between the output impedance of the amplifier and the load impedance of the loudspeaker.
Practically - It will determine the stability of the amplifier. It needs to stop the “return kick” of current from the loudspeaker or it will be knocked out of balance.
Eeeuhhmm? - Sonically, a higher damping factor means better bass control. Lower damping factor means fluffy bass.
Standard - The industry average is 60-80. Hegel is 1000-4000. That is what makes Hegel so tight and dynamic.

Technical Details

Power output spk: 150 w/pc into 8 Ohms, 250 w/pc into 4 Ohms
Power output hp: 270 mw/pc into 4 Ohms
Analog inputs: 1 balanced (XLR), 1 unbalanced (RCA), 1 home theatre
Analog outputs: 1 fixed line level (RCA), 1 variable line level (RCA)
Digital inputs: 1 coaxial, 3 optical, 1 USB, 1 ethernet (RJ45)
Headphone output: 6,3 mm Jack (front)
Frequency response: 5Hz-100kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 100dB
Crosstalk: Less than -100dB
Distortion: 0.005% @ 50W 8 Ohms 1kHz
Intermodulation: Less than 0.01% (19kHz + 20kHz)
Damping factor: More than 1000 (main power output stage)
Dimensions/weight: 12cm x 43cm x 41cm (HxWxD)/19kg (shipping)
Dimensions/weight: 4,7" x 16.93" x 16.15" (HxBxD)/42lbs (shipping)

RRP £2350


Hegel SoundEngine Technology



http://www.hegel.com/technology/soundengine

https://www.facebook.com/hegelmusic/...humbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter


https://www.eisa.eu/awards/hi-fi/5/e...016.html#award
EISA Award - H160 European Amplifier of 2015-2016

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7yr-GUJJ5s EISA - H160 YouTube video
EISA Award - H160 European Amplifier of 2015-2016


EISA Award - H160 European Amplifier of 2015-2016


Lydogbilde - Hegel's H160 "Amplifier of the Year" award


Lydogbilde - Hegel H160 "Amplifier of the Year" award

http://www.hegel.com/images/reviews/H160hifiplusuk.pdf
Hi-Fi Plus H160 review

http://www.hegel.com/images/reviews/...fichoiceuk.pdf
Hi-Fi Choice H160 review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpEBxoOLH_c
SoundStage! InSight -- Hegel's H160 Integrated Amplifier-DAC April 2015 YouTube video

http://www.soundstageaccess.com/inde...-amplifier-dac
Soundstage Access H160 review

http://www.stereophile.com/content/h...ated-amplifier
Stereophile H160 review

http://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazin...160_Review.htm
Enjoy The Music H160 review



Hegel H160, Hegel's H30 and ATC's curved SCM40 passive monitors at Musicraft


Hegel H160, Hegel's H30 and ATC's curved SCM40 passive monitors at Musicraft


Hegel H160 amp/DAC, Raidho Acoustics X-1 loudspeakers and two JL Audio E-110 subwoofers at Musicraft


Hegel H160 amp/DAC, Raidho Acoustics X-1 loudspeakers and two JL Audio E-110 subwoofers at Musicraft


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The Absolute Sound - Hegel's new H360 amp/DAC is one of the thirty greatest bargains in high end audio

http://www.theabsolutesound.com/arti...igh-end-audio/


H360 amp/DAC


https://translate.google.co.uk/trans...264&edit-text=
Stereolife H360 review

"If you need an amplifier "for life" - if you are tired of being half way there, if you need power to drive your speakers without resorting to monoblocks the size of a subwoofer, or you just want to have a 100 percent high end system in one box. The H360 is a must to listen to."


http://www.hegel.com/images/reviews/...fichoiceuk.pdf
Hi-Fi Choice (UK) H360 review

"Yet, in summary I want to change my sporting analogy. In Hegel combining its extensive know-how around lowering distortion, eradicating noise and preserving phase and transient timing, the H360 is achieving something that is much greater than the sum of the beneficial parts. It’s the effect of watching a truly talented footballer like Messi or Cantona on the ball – time slows down and skill just expresses itself beautifully. Music I know extremely well is refreshed and the artist’s intent becomes clearer. It’s not a matter of extra detail revealed, it’s just effortless, unhampered communication. The sheer cleanliness of the H360’s delivery means I’m better able to understand and enjoy my music"
“The integrated amplifier is coming of age again, and in the H360 Hegel has created a new reference product in its range that looks to be creating a whole new benchmark performance for others to try their best to match” Chris Ward Hi-Fi Choice (UK) - September 2015



H360 amp/DAC with ATC's curved SCM40 passive monitors and two JL audio E-110 subwoofers at Musicraft


H360 amp/DAC with ATC's curved SCM40 passive monitors and two JL audio E-110 subwoofers at Musicraft


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC

Hegel H360 is a giant among integrated amplifiers. With 250 watts per channel into 8 ohms and a damping factor of more than 4000, it will control virtually any loudspeaker on the market. Thanks to the patented SoundEngine technology, this beast of an amplifier combines power, dynamics, finesse and musicality like no other integrated amp on the market. The connectivity is more of a bonus... There are balanced and unbalanced analog inputs. There is a Home Theatre bypass. There are optical and coaxial digital inputs, as well as a USB input for any signal up to DSD128... And, yes - it is also a streamer. Need we say more?

The core of everything Hegel is sound quality, and the H360 is no exception. The obvious benefit of the H360 is easy to see - power. It can deliver 2 x 250 watts per channel into 8 Ohms, and is stable even in lower impedances. Furthermore, the damping factor of more than 4000 makes certain it can take control over even the most demanding loudspeakers. The H360 will always play with great authority and ease.

Rarely is such power combined with finesse. However, specially designed power supplies driving precision volume attenuators contributes to an extremely low noise floor. Hand matching near perfect transistor pairs in the input stage reduces harmonic distortion. Our patented SoundEngine technology reduces over all distortion, and especially cross-over distortion. Our designers understand how transistors work, down to the atomic level, and have used all this knowledge in designing the H360.

The H360 incorporates a high quality DAC, using Hegel’s proprietary re-clocking. The benefit of this is that we can make everyday sources sound really good. Sources like a phone or a computer. This is why we have also included functionality like Apple AirPlay and DLNA streaming. There is also a reference class USB input, supporting all formats including native DSD64 and DSD128.

Damping factor -

Technically - it is a term describing the difference between the output impedance of the amplifier and the load impedance of the loudspeaker.
Practically - It will determine the stability of the amplifier. It needs to stop the “return kick” of current from the loudspeaker or it will be knocked out of balance.
Eeeuhhmm? - Sonically, a higher damping factor means better bass control. Lower damping factor means fluffy bass.
Standard - The industry average is 60-80. Hegel is 1000-4000. That is what makes Hegel so tight and dynamic.

Technical Details

- Power output spk: 250 w/pc into 8 Ohms, 420 w/pc into 4 Ohms
- Analog inputs: 1 balanced (XLR), 1 unbalanced (RCA), 1 home theatre
- Analog outputs: 1 fixed line level (RCA), 1 variable line level (RCA)
- Digital inputs: 1 coaxial, 3 optical, 1 USB, 1 ethernet (RJ45)
- Digital outputs: 1 coaxial (from digital inputs only)
- Control input: 3,5 mm IR-Jack (rear)
- Frequency response: 5Hz-180kHz
- Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 100dB
- Crosstalk: Less than -100dB
- Damping factor: More than 4000 (main power output stage)
- Dimensions: 12cm (15cm w/feet) x 43cm x 43cm (HxWxD)
- Weight: 20,5kg (net), 24kg (shipping)
- Dimensions US: 4.72” (5.9” w/feet) x 16.93” x 16.93” (HxBxD)
- Weight US: 45,2lbs (net), 53lbs (shipping)

RRP £3400


Hegel SoundEngine Technology



http://www.hegel.com/technology/soundengine


https://www.facebook.com/hegelmusic/...humbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter


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Hegel will be launching a new product at CEDIA Expo - 14th to 17th Oct, 2015 Dallas, USA

Meet Bailey... The ferocious guard dog at Hegel's office in East Long Meadows, MA. He is here seen protecting Hegel's new product which will have its world premier at the 2015 CEDIA Expo show. UPS driver, be ware...




Hegel SoundEngine Technology



http://www.hegel.com/technology/soundengine


https://www.facebook.com/hegelmusic/...humbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter


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SoundStage Hi-Fi/Network - Hegel's new H360 amp/DAC is amongst the five best electronic components of High End 2015

http://www.soundstagehifi.com/index....nic-components


H360 amp/DAC


http://www.theabsolutesound.com/arti...igh-end-audio/
The Absolute Sound - Hegel's new H360 amp/DAC is one of the thirty greatest bargains in high end audio


https://translate.google.co.uk/trans...264&edit-text=
Stereolife H360 review

"If you need an amplifier "for life" - if you are tired of being half way there, if you need power to drive your speakers without resorting to monoblocks the size of a subwoofer, or you just want to have a 100 percent high end system in one box. The H360 is a must to listen to."


http://www.hegel.com/images/reviews/...fichoiceuk.pdf
Hi-Fi Choice (UK) H360 review

"Yet, in summary I want to change my sporting analogy. In Hegel combining its extensive know-how around lowering distortion, eradicating noise and preserving phase and transient timing, the H360 is achieving something that is much greater than the sum of the beneficial parts. It’s the effect of watching a truly talented footballer like Messi or Cantona on the ball – time slows down and skill just expresses itself beautifully. Music I know extremely well is refreshed and the artist’s intent becomes clearer. It’s not a matter of extra detail revealed, it’s just effortless, unhampered communication. The sheer cleanliness of the H360’s delivery means I’m better able to understand and enjoy my music"
“The integrated amplifier is coming of age again, and in the H360 Hegel has created a new reference product in its range that looks to be creating a whole new benchmark performance for others to try their best to match” Chris Ward Hi-Fi Choice (UK) - September 2015



H360 amp/DAC with ATC's curved SCM40 passive monitors and two JL audio E-110 subwoofers at Musicraft


H360 amp/DAC with ATC's curved SCM40 passive monitors and two JL audio E-110 subwoofers at Musicraft


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC

Hegel H360 is a giant among integrated amplifiers. With 250 watts per channel into 8 ohms and a damping factor of more than 4000, it will control virtually any loudspeaker on the market. Thanks to the patented SoundEngine technology, this beast of an amplifier combines power, dynamics, finesse and musicality like no other integrated amp on the market. The connectivity is more of a bonus... There are balanced and unbalanced analog inputs. There is a Home Theatre bypass. There are optical and coaxial digital inputs, as well as a USB input for any signal up to DSD128... And, yes - it is also a streamer. Need we say more?

The core of everything Hegel is sound quality, and the H360 is no exception. The obvious benefit of the H360 is easy to see - power. It can deliver 2 x 250 watts per channel into 8 Ohms, and is stable even in lower impedances. Furthermore, the damping factor of more than 4000 makes certain it can take control over even the most demanding loudspeakers. The H360 will always play with great authority and ease.

Rarely is such power combined with finesse. However, specially designed power supplies driving precision volume attenuators contributes to an extremely low noise floor. Hand matching near perfect transistor pairs in the input stage reduces harmonic distortion. Our patented SoundEngine technology reduces over all distortion, and especially cross-over distortion. Our designers understand how transistors work, down to the atomic level, and have used all this knowledge in designing the H360.

The H360 incorporates a high quality DAC, using Hegel’s proprietary re-clocking. The benefit of this is that we can make everyday sources sound really good. Sources like a phone or a computer. This is why we have also included functionality like Apple AirPlay and DLNA streaming. There is also a reference class USB input, supporting all formats including native DSD64 and DSD128.

Damping factor -

Technically - it is a term describing the difference between the output impedance of the amplifier and the load impedance of the loudspeaker.
Practically - It will determine the stability of the amplifier. It needs to stop the “return kick” of current from the loudspeaker or it will be knocked out of balance.
Eeeuhhmm? - Sonically, a higher damping factor means better bass control. Lower damping factor means fluffy bass.
Standard - The industry average is 60-80. Hegel is 1000-4000. That is what makes Hegel so tight and dynamic.

Technical Details

- Power output spk: 250 w/pc into 8 Ohms, 420 w/pc into 4 Ohms
- Analog inputs: 1 balanced (XLR), 1 unbalanced (RCA), 1 home theatre
- Analog outputs: 1 fixed line level (RCA), 1 variable line level (RCA)
- Digital inputs: 1 coaxial, 3 optical, 1 USB, 1 ethernet (RJ45)
- Digital outputs: 1 coaxial (from digital inputs only)
- Control input: 3,5 mm IR-Jack (rear)
- Frequency response: 5Hz-180kHz
- Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 100dB
- Crosstalk: Less than -100dB
- Damping factor: More than 4000 (main power output stage)
- Dimensions: 12cm (15cm w/feet) x 43cm x 43cm (HxWxD)
- Weight: 20,5kg (net), 24kg (shipping)
- Dimensions US: 4.72” (5.9” w/feet) x 16.93” x 16.93” (HxBxD)
- Weight US: 45,2lbs (net), 53lbs (shipping)

RRP £3400


Hegel SoundEngine Technology



http://www.hegel.com/technology/soundengine


https://www.facebook.com/hegelmusic/...humbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter


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Rick @ Musicraft

[Musicraft (Derby)]

The last day of CEDIA EXPO 2015 for Hegel. Introducing the new HD30 Reference DAC at Hegel's booth, and the new H360 amp/DAC at the KEF booth.












H360 amp/DAC


http://www.theabsolutesound.com/arti...igh-end-audio/
The Absolute Sound - Hegel's new H360 amp/DAC is one of the thirty greatest bargains in high end audio


https://translate.google.co.uk/trans...264&edit-text=
Stereolife H360 review

"If you need an amplifier "for life" - if you are tired of being half way there, if you need power to drive your speakers without resorting to monoblocks the size of a subwoofer, or you just want to have a 100 percent high end system in one box. The H360 is a must to listen to."


http://www.hegel.com/images/reviews/...fichoiceuk.pdf
Hi-Fi Choice (UK) H360 review

"Yet, in summary I want to change my sporting analogy. In Hegel combining its extensive know-how around lowering distortion, eradicating noise and preserving phase and transient timing, the H360 is achieving something that is much greater than the sum of the beneficial parts. It’s the effect of watching a truly talented footballer like Messi or Cantona on the ball – time slows down and skill just expresses itself beautifully. Music I know extremely well is refreshed and the artist’s intent becomes clearer. It’s not a matter of extra detail revealed, it’s just effortless, unhampered communication. The sheer cleanliness of the H360’s delivery means I’m better able to understand and enjoy my music"
“The integrated amplifier is coming of age again, and in the H360 Hegel has created a new reference product in its range that looks to be creating a whole new benchmark performance for others to try their best to match” Chris Ward Hi-Fi Choice (UK) - September 2015


http://www.soundstagehifi.com/index....nic-components
SoundStage Hi-Fi/Network - Hegel's new H360 amp/DAC is amongst the five best electronic components of High End 2015



H360 amp/DAC with ATC's curved SCM40 passive monitors and two JL audio E-110 subwoofers at Musicraft


H360 amp/DAC with ATC's curved SCM40 passive monitors and two JL audio E-110 subwoofers at Musicraft


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC


H360 amp/DAC

Hegel H360 is a giant among integrated amplifiers. With 250 watts per channel into 8 ohms and a damping factor of more than 4000, it will control virtually any loudspeaker on the market. Thanks to the patented SoundEngine technology, this beast of an amplifier combines power, dynamics, finesse and musicality like no other integrated amp on the market. The connectivity is more of a bonus... There are balanced and unbalanced analog inputs. There is a Home Theatre bypass. There are optical and coaxial digital inputs, as well as a USB input for any signal up to DSD128... And, yes - it is also a streamer. Need we say more?

The core of everything Hegel is sound quality, and the H360 is no exception. The obvious benefit of the H360 is easy to see - power. It can deliver 2 x 250 watts per channel into 8 Ohms, and is stable even in lower impedances. Furthermore, the damping factor of more than 4000 makes certain it can take control over even the most demanding loudspeakers. The H360 will always play with great authority and ease.

Rarely is such power combined with finesse. However, specially designed power supplies driving precision volume attenuators contributes to an extremely low noise floor. Hand matching near perfect transistor pairs in the input stage reduces harmonic distortion. Our patented SoundEngine technology reduces over all distortion, and especially cross-over distortion. Our designers understand how transistors work, down to the atomic level, and have used all this knowledge in designing the H360.

The H360 incorporates a high quality DAC, using Hegel’s proprietary re-clocking. The benefit of this is that we can make everyday sources sound really good. Sources like a phone or a computer. This is why we have also included functionality like Apple AirPlay and DLNA streaming. There is also a reference class USB input, supporting all formats including native DSD64 and DSD128.

Damping factor -

Technically - it is a term describing the difference between the output impedance of the amplifier and the load impedance of the loudspeaker.
Practically - It will determine the stability of the amplifier. It needs to stop the “return kick” of current from the loudspeaker or it will be knocked out of balance.
Eeeuhhmm? - Sonically, a higher damping factor means better bass control. Lower damping factor means fluffy bass.
Standard - The industry average is 60-80. Hegel is 1000-4000. That is what makes Hegel so tight and dynamic.

Technical Details

- Power output spk: 250 w/pc into 8 Ohms, 420 w/pc into 4 Ohms
- Analog inputs: 1 balanced (XLR), 1 unbalanced (RCA), 1 home theatre
- Analog outputs: 1 fixed line level (RCA), 1 variable line level (RCA)
- Digital inputs: 1 coaxial, 3 optical, 1 USB, 1 ethernet (RJ45)
- Digital outputs: 1 coaxial (from digital inputs only)
- Control input: 3,5 mm IR-Jack (rear)
- Frequency response: 5Hz-180kHz
- Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 100dB
- Crosstalk: Less than -100dB
- Damping factor: More than 4000 (main power output stage)
- Dimensions: 12cm (15cm w/feet) x 43cm x 43cm (HxWxD)
- Weight: 20,5kg (net), 24kg (shipping)
- Dimensions US: 4.72” (5.9” w/feet) x 16.93” x 16.93” (HxBxD)
- Weight US: 45,2lbs (net), 53lbs (shipping)

RRP £3400


Hegel SoundEngine Technology



http://www.hegel.com/technology/soundengine


https://www.facebook.com/hegelmusic/...humbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter


***** Musicraft - Clearance + Special Offers List http://theartofsound.net/forum/showt...Special-Offers *****


***** https://www.facebook.com/MusicraftUK *****


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Thanks

Rick @ Musicraft