Hegel
H190 Integrated Amplifier
Best streaming amplifier for audiophiles seeking powerful, precise speaker control.
Experience superior audio with the Hegel H190 Integrated Streaming Amplifier. This powerful amplifier delivers 2x150 watts of SoundEngine2 performance, ensuring exceptional clarity and dynamic range. Its integrated high-end DAC provides precise audio decoding, while DLNA and AirPlay support offer seamless streaming from any platform. Designed to drive most loudspeakers with impressive control, the H190 features configurable inputs and a convenient front-facing headphone output. Encased in a sleek anodised black aluminium finish with an OLED display, it's both a powerful performer and a stylish centerpiece for your home audio system.
$4000.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
924
/ 1683
#924 in Power Amplifiers
Price vs Category Average
-52%
Below average
Power output
21508
/ x W into Ω
Who it's for
- Audiophiles driving difficult or power-hungry loudspeaker loads
- Minimalists seeking a streamlined, all-in-one digital streaming system
- Listeners prioritizing absolute sonic transparency and high-fidelity accuracy
Who should skip it
- Design enthusiasts seeking luxurious materials and striking visual flair
- Roon power users requiring native integration for library management
- Listeners who prefer a warmer, more forgiving, and colored sound
Performance breakdown
Speaker Control
High damping factor ensures effortless command over even demanding loudspeaker loads.
Streaming Versatility
AirPlay and DLNA integration provide seamless access to modern digital libraries.
Sonic Clarity
SoundEngine2 technology minimizes distortion for a remarkably transparent and open soundstage.
Build Integrity
Robust anodised aluminium chassis offers both structural rigidity and timeless aesthetic appeal.
Connectivity Options
Generous array of digital and analog inputs accommodates complex multi-source systems.
Headphone Performance
Dedicated front-facing output delivers clean power for high-quality personal listening sessions.
Key Specs
Power output
2 x 150 W into 8 Ω
Minimum load
2 Ω
Analog Inputs
1 x balanced (XLR), 2 x unbalanced (RCA)
Digital Inputs
1 x coaxial (RCA), 3 x optical, 1 x USB, 1 x Network
Line level Output
1 x unbalanced fixed (RCA), 1 x unbalanced variable (RCA)
Frequency response
5 Hz - 100 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio
More than 100 dB
Dimensions
12 cm x 43 cm x 41 cm (HxWxD)
Features
- Integrated DAC for precise audio decoding
- Seamless DLNA and AirPlay streaming
- Powerful 2x150W SoundEngine2 amplifier
- High damping factor for superior speaker control
- Front-facing 6.3mm headphone output
- Configurable inputs for system flexibility
- Modern design with OLED display
- Exceptional clarity and dynamic range
What customers say
The Hegel H190 Integrated Amplifier earns high praise for its exceptional sound quality and versatile features. Users consistently highlight its remarkable transparency, precise detail, and powerful, controlled bass response. It drives various loudspeakers with authority while maintaining an engaging, neutral sonic signature. The integrated high-performance DAC and network streaming capabilities, including AirPlay and Roon Ready support, make it a convenient digital audio hub. Beyond performance, the H190 boasts robust, elegant build quality. While the remote is sometimes considered basic, the overall consensus confirms the H190 delivers sophisticated, immersive listening, offering substantial value as a powerful and clean audio solution.
Know before you buy
With 150 watts per channel and a high damping factor, the H190 is designed to maintain tight control over most loudspeakers, including demanding floorstanding models. Its ability to handle loads down to 2 ohms ensures it remains stable even with speakers that have complex impedance curves.
Yes, the H190 features built-in DLNA and AirPlay support, allowing you to stream music directly from your preferred devices or network-attached storage. This eliminates the need for an external streaming bridge for most common digital setups.
The amplifier includes an unbalanced variable (RCA) output, which can be used to connect an active subwoofer to your system. This allows you to integrate low-frequency support while utilizing the H190's internal volume control.
Yes, the H190 features a front-facing 6.3mm headphone output. It is designed to provide high-quality audio performance, making it a convenient solution for private listening without needing a separate headphone amplifier.
Yes, the inputs are configurable, which allows you to tailor the amplifier to your specific system needs. For example, you can set an input to 'Home Theater' mode, which fixes the volume to a specific level for seamless integration with an external surround sound processor.
SoundEngine2 is Hegel's proprietary technology designed to reduce crossover distortion and maintain signal purity. It works by canceling out errors in the amplification process, resulting in the exceptional clarity and dynamic range the H190 is known for.
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