Is Hegel Still The King of Integrated Amplifiers? Still my TOP recommendation in 2021?

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Hegel is an all-in-one complete audiophile system. The Hegel H90, H95, H120, H190, H390 and H590 are a music streamer, Hifi DAC, Pre-amplifier, and an Amplifier. It has rca and balanced inputs if you wish to by-pass the DAC/Streamer.
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  • @Jayiyagi
    @Jayiyagi2 жыл бұрын

    Happy Wednesday Everyone ! Positive Vibes Only. Hegel is an all-in-one audiophile system. It is a music streamer, Hifi DAC, Pre-amplifier, and an Amplifier. It has rca and balanced inputs if you wish to by-pass the DAC/Streamer. Gear mentioned In this video: Hegel H120: www.hegel.com/products/integrated/h120 Sonus faber electa amator iii: www.sonusfaber.com/en/products/electa-amator-iii/

  • @xxgamerxxchrischris2325

    @xxgamerxxchrischris2325

    2 жыл бұрын

    I recommend trying the Bryston or the meitner man!!

  • @morganfralick1220

    @morganfralick1220

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Jay....exciting and interesting timing for your Hegel video for me...i just ordered an H95 and the new Dynaudio Emit 30 speakers..they are an amazing combo! Enjoy your videos, found you on the interview you did with Steve Guttenberg (Patreon)

  • @Jayiyagi

    @Jayiyagi

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@xxgamerxxchrischris2325 Tried countless brystons and meitners. As much as they are great - not my thing

  • @xxgamerxxchrischris2325

    @xxgamerxxchrischris2325

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Jayiyagi cool man

  • @tallpaull9367

    @tallpaull9367

    2 жыл бұрын

    You sure seemed to like the Totems, I had the impression they were your new favourite. Wouldn’t it make sense for you to try the Bryston BP-17 cubed Preamp on your search for the holy grail? Has anyone tried a BP-17 cubes with a Hegel Power Amp? Maybe it’s time to test out a Hegel separated combo too

  • @LookSee
    @LookSee2 жыл бұрын

    Great vibes. Genuine enthusiasm from the head and heart. Price is always a factor to those of us who hold mortgages and credit cards and not stocks and bonds. Audiophile music love is a passion driven disease and finding an all in one electronics solution is almost spiritual. Thanks.

  • @AppleSauceInvasion
    @AppleSauceInvasion2 жыл бұрын

    I've had my sights set on the H120 for a while and this further confirmed my decision to go with the Hegel! Thank you.

  • @ronsowers1763
    @ronsowers17632 жыл бұрын

    That's a solid review right there. I can tell you're speaking from the heart. I like that about you guys. Your synergy pairs as well as the the rig your listening to right now. That's positive right? That one's from my heart...

  • @bjwal6
    @bjwal62 жыл бұрын

    Would love to see a comparison of some of the models (95/120/190) and really breakdown the differences and what speakers might benefit most from upgrading etc

  • @ythagakure
    @ythagakure2 жыл бұрын

    Jay… been following you since day one.. and I recently heard this Amp with the infamous Maggies LRS… and the sound was amazing. I know that all reviews are just that.. but going out to finally listen to it due to pandemic restrictions and availability has really made a difference. Always listen for yourself. Visit your local stores and support them. Thank You!

  • @stepicm

    @stepicm

    2 жыл бұрын

    Question. How loud can H120 run Maggies LRS? And how hot does the amp get? I own Hegel h120 and I am thinking about buying LRS. Unfortunately I can not listen to it anywhere before buying.

  • @ythagakure

    @ythagakure

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@stepicm I believe Magnepan gives you a 30 day trial. Check with the website directly. Also, what state are you in? Just confirmed it… So, we have an offer that we think you can't (or won't) refuse. Try this system in your home for 30 days and if it doesn't live up to our claims, or your expectations, we will take them back. Also, we are talking about quality and not quantity… so definitely give them a listen because they are a totally complete different sound and placement.

  • @stepicm

    @stepicm

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ythagakure I would love to test them, but I live in Europe, Slovenia, which does not have a seller. They cost 1350$ in neighboring countries. Thank you for your reply!

  • @ythagakure

    @ythagakure

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@stepicm check with Audio Serum… they are open and in your neck of the woods.

  • @stepicm

    @stepicm

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ythagakure Thanks! Will do!

  • @cavulra
    @cavulra2 жыл бұрын

    Living with the H390 for close to a year and loving it.

  • @HegelMusicSystem

    @HegelMusicSystem

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the kind words and for choosing Hegel!

  • @domtomas1178
    @domtomas11782 жыл бұрын

    Nice video Jay. I like the format. I remember watching one of the AEC videos where you guys compared the Hegel to an entry level Naim integrated. Would like to see you compare the Hegel 190 to something like the SuperNait 3. Or even maybe the Naim Nova if you think it’s a better match with it being an all-in-one system. Keep it up!

  • @nickp4872
    @nickp48722 жыл бұрын

    Still a happy and proud owner of a Hegel H100! 😄 And actually due to circumstances I downgraded a bit my speakers a few years ago from B&W 804S to 704's but it still sounds great. I heard the same amp on someone else's system with a pair of 9k-10k euro's speakers from PMC (I think PMC Twenty5.26i) streaming hirez from a bluesound node 2i and the sound was unbelievable! So these amps have a wide range of speaker pairing!

  • @stefannemeth7387
    @stefannemeth73872 жыл бұрын

    Same here Jay. …I just ❤️HEGEL… 🇳🇴🤩 Thank’s for the video. Really liked it.

  • @johnreel8944
    @johnreel89442 жыл бұрын

    Jay and Tujan... I really enjoy Tujan's personable and genuine comments. I have a quick that I am working on to think out. If listeners really enjoy analog over digital, how close to analog is the Hagel?

  • @deankurtz4888
    @deankurtz48882 жыл бұрын

    I recently got the H190. I still have an old pair of Boston Acoustic VS260s. Amazing how even those sound with this amp.

  • @PetraKann
    @PetraKann2 жыл бұрын

    I have an old Jazz recording that has a little bit of hiss and noise, some occasional distortion and clipping - an ordinary sound recording overall. However, the performance and creative musical essence present on this old recording is absolutely sensational. A musical delight and journey not to be missed. Would you play this recording through your sound system?

  • @robinator3202
    @robinator32022 жыл бұрын

    If you want to listen to music for hours or all day the Hegel product is outstanding. I have had the Rost for years in one of my systems and can’t say how much I love it. It is very very musical and totally enjoyable. I’m running Dali Helicon 800’s and absolutely love the sound. Hegel Perfection!!!

  • @tuanto9618

    @tuanto9618

    Жыл бұрын

    Can the power of Rost drive dali helicon well?

  • @stephencosta6814

    @stephencosta6814

    Жыл бұрын

    I have the Dali Epicon 2 would Hegel work with it nicely

  • @marexlucas6353
    @marexlucas63532 жыл бұрын

    It would be nice to see Rotel Michi x3 or x5 review and comparison to Hegel...any plans of reviewing Michi in near future?

  • @thepickyaudiophile
    @thepickyaudiophile2 жыл бұрын

    I kinda liked the Hegel H190 on my B&W Nautilus 805´s (but not more than the system I already had) and it did give me a real sense that moving up the line might make me pretty happy. It had a ease/smoothness, that some people say come from "overdamped" amplifers, which I think I could get used to living with. The Hegel H90 60w on the other hand sounded slightly dull, graining and unresolving and like any other amp unequiped to drive the those power hungry speakers, excibited frequency anomalities at low listening volumes (where I do all my listening, sorry). Contrast that with something like the Exposure 2510 at 75w and a low damping factor of about 40 which drives those speaker like a champ and sounds full and resolving from the first turn of the volume knob (also more awake, without resorting to party trick like overly emphasised leading edge). The H90 was generally promoted and reviewed as something that could drive tricky loads desipte it's low wattage rating, just goes to show you have to try things it in your system! Really looking forward to the Electa Amator review :-)

  • @connorduke4619

    @connorduke4619

    2 жыл бұрын

    The Exposure 2510 is the favourite reasonably priced amp of the reviewer A British Audiophile.

  • @puebloygenteandaressaberll9631

    @puebloygenteandaressaberll9631

    Жыл бұрын

    09-14-2022. Thank you for your excellent explanation of this Hegel H120 Integrated Amplifier and its similarity to the H190 knowing that it is more powerful; but with the same features and about 1000 Euros (Spain) more in price, tell us that with a power of 75W per channel in our homes it is enough to obtain that NATURAL AND TRANSPARENT SOUND THAT WILL GIVE US THE HEARING CHARM, Thank you once again and I WILL BUY THE HEGEL H120 without a doubt... CONGRATULATIONS AND CONGRATULATIONS... Hegel Client Future Buyer... Greetings to all.

  • @genotabby
    @genotabby2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Jay, I am using a Holo May into a Hegel H360 and Dynaudio Heritage specials. I have noticed that even though the soundstage is really wide, there isn't much height. Like it doesn't sound like it fills the room. I've heard dynaudio bookshelves that have a really tall soundstage. What's your experience with Hegel on this?

  • @puebloygenteandaressaberll9631
    @puebloygenteandaressaberll9631 Жыл бұрын

    09-14-2022. Thank you for your excellent explanation of this Hegel H120 Integrated Amplifier and its similarity to the H190 knowing that it is more powerful; but with the same features and about 1000 Euros (Spain) more in price, tell us that with a power of 75W per channel in our homes it is enough to obtain that NATURAL AND TRANSPARENT SOUND THAT WILL GIVE US THE HEARING CHARM, Thank you once again and I WILL BUY THE HEGEL H120 without a doubt... CONGRATULATIONS AND CONGRATULATIONS... Hegel Client Future Buyer... Greetings to all.

  • @Ivy13276
    @Ivy13276 Жыл бұрын

    H95 is what started me on this journey and still very impressing to this day

  • @epi2045
    @epi20452 жыл бұрын

    Let’s keep this hairstyle for awhile. Looks good Jay. 👍🏽

  • @Starch1b2c3d4a

    @Starch1b2c3d4a

    2 жыл бұрын

    Looks hella basic

  • @CharlyTrotter
    @CharlyTrotter2 жыл бұрын

    I own h120 myself and absolutely love it. The rc buttons could be less sensitive though. This is the only con in hegel's basket, along with own mobile phone app absence. Im not that concern about roon ready update, that some of you may point out, it is just round the corner.

  • @JamesH1973
    @JamesH19732 жыл бұрын

    I’d love to hear your views on the Sugden A21 SE & the IA4 amplifiers. I listened to the A21 SE in my local Hi-Fi store and thought it sounded great but I didn’t have a chance to compare it to anything.

  • @GPintoFerrao
    @GPintoFerrao2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, Jay, Hegel has very good stuff, the amps sound amazing and they're exquisite built also. But you can get other atonishing european gear, like Rega, Naim, Sugden, PrimaLuna, and so on

  • @MegaXoz

    @MegaXoz

    2 жыл бұрын

    hegel sucks the life in the music. just listen to rega amps and other british amps because the difference is huge. that stupid philosophy of damping too much makes a dark background but it is really like a blackhole because the liveliness of music is gone. it is just sterile sound. believe me, try rega elex and pick even the most expensive hegel. hegel will sound sterile particularly in the slam and PRAT. no shoetopping effect with hegel. it is just too much marketing.

  • @ashman0071

    @ashman0071

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@MegaXoz my Hegel integrated is in a closet with it's dry sound, wonky ergonomics and expensive metal remote - not even good enough for the garage ping pong system - get a NAD or a Creek or a Cambridge Audio or even a Yamaha .........

  • @BerndtNorten

    @BerndtNorten

    8 ай бұрын

    Accuphase amps are heavily damped. Do you consider them sterile? I certainly don't.@@MegaXoz

  • @igorcosta8559
    @igorcosta85592 жыл бұрын

    Very early this year I got the H120 blind because of so many good reviews and one being available in pristine conditions on the used market. I liked it so very much that I want to upgrade to whatever replaces the current H390 when it comes out. It's that good! One thing you may have forgotten to mention Jay is that Hegel has been promising to provide their integrates with a firmware update to make them a Roon end point, but so far nothing came out of it.

  • @HegelMusicSystem

    @HegelMusicSystem

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Igor. First of all thank you for the kind words. We are really (!!) sorry for the Roon delays. It is top priority to get that sorted as soon as humanly possible.

  • @igorcosta8559

    @igorcosta8559

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@HegelMusicSystem It would be indeed great if the Roon Ready feature came to fruition within current gen products, but at this point I kind of expect it to be implemented only in future models. That aside, your integrates still offer an incredibly great value, far better than many other companies. Aside from my daily dose of H120, I've only had the opportunity to hear the H390, and I'd go as far as to say that the H390's amplification alone is worth the cost of the unit. Keep it awesome!

  • @MH-rl9ep
    @MH-rl9ep2 жыл бұрын

    Love the Hegel gear but I need tone controls ( I know….heresy) so unless they put in a pre-out/main in loop, they won’t work for me.

  • @erikalexander6602
    @erikalexander66022 жыл бұрын

    Jay, which version Electa Amator was your favorite? Was it the 90s version with the Essotar T330 tweeter?? I’m assuming the other Versions Curious

  • @hansvanhunnik4053
    @hansvanhunnik40532 жыл бұрын

    Hello Jay, Iam also a Hegel fan. I own the H190 and recently bought the Hegel V10. I like the V10 very much. What do you think about the V10?

  • @datdudeinred
    @datdudeinred2 жыл бұрын

    0:29 OMFG who else did not realise tujan was sitting behind from the beginning 😂😂 It almost scared the schiit😉 out of me.😂

  • @toffe2ventil
    @toffe2ventil2 жыл бұрын

    Nice to hear, I agree. Love my H390

  • @maxplx82
    @maxplx822 жыл бұрын

    Jay, thanks for video. Originally had kef r3 with hegel rost. First impressions was great, but in the end I have sold hegel. My main issues are- amp has a sweetspot volume, where amp start shine. It was around 45-60% of volume which gets loud and uncomfortable. On less volume- there is no sound imho. Other reason is kef r3, I think rost would be enough for them, but not. I have prepay for michi x3, see how it works. Overall hegel is good but it’s depends. Max

  • @bcychung
    @bcychung2 жыл бұрын

    I pair 2 x H30 to my Vivid Giya 2. Generating 1000W per channel! Hegel is one of the best sounding amps I've tried.

  • @breathplay112
    @breathplay1122 жыл бұрын

    Had Hegel H390 - Switched to Accuphase E480, then to Pass labs INT60 and now I live happily with a Lavardin

  • @gregjun5011
    @gregjun50112 жыл бұрын

    Please review a Michi intergrated. Either X3 or X5. Would love to get your opinion compared to H190 or H390.

  • @jacques-emmanueltampe3690
    @jacques-emmanueltampe36902 жыл бұрын

    Do you think is it a good pairing with Klipsch Forte 4 ?

  • @MadMaxx1977
    @MadMaxx19772 жыл бұрын

    Great video, guys! I've been using a Crown Pro amp + Topping D90 dac to drive my KEF LS50 Metas for my desktop PC audio. I like the sound, but am looking for a good integrated amp to replace what I have now. Would the H120 be a good match with the LS50 Metas or would it be better to get the H190? Thanks for any tips!

  • @karsiyakali6067

    @karsiyakali6067

    Жыл бұрын

    You will be satisfied with 120 190 a dream choose one based on purchasing power You will not regret it

  • @retroozgamer
    @retroozgamer2 жыл бұрын

    Jay I’m curious about the EA3 with tube mono blocks like the evo 400 prima lunas.. thoughts?

  • @_alifeallmine_
    @_alifeallmine_2 жыл бұрын

    I’m thinking about getting the H95 to pair with a set of Polk Reserve R700, any thoughts on this, will there be enough power?

  • @elbebe1000
    @elbebe10002 жыл бұрын

    Great video. any Hegel pre amplifier that you recomend below 4K?

  • @geneallen9402
    @geneallen94022 жыл бұрын

    Jay, Thanks for the video man. Trying to decide between 2 system pairings and dac inclusion is not important: 1. Hegel h120/ 390 & Kef Refrnc 1 2. Line Magnetic LM-150iA & SF Olympica Nova I Want the most musical of the two but like you, I’m definitely a TUBE guy. Any thoughts, insight/ advice? Thanks Jay and always, keep doing your damn thang my man! (Sorry for the dbl post).

  • @eddielim6016
    @eddielim60162 жыл бұрын

    Jay, Love to hear the getting back to Hegel ❤️ now you got me thinking which one do you recommend to match my Magnepan LRS, the H120 or H190?

  • @IronCan88

    @IronCan88

    2 жыл бұрын

    They both can do it. I remember where jay used to work...they tried the h90 on the magnepan and it did magic. With h120 and h190 being more powerful, I bet you will be happy with either.

  • @eddielim6016

    @eddielim6016

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@IronCan88 thank you

  • @TheLeftnorRight
    @TheLeftnorRight2 жыл бұрын

    So my question as a budding audiophile… I’ve purchased a McIntosh Mc2205 with bluenode and still looking for a preamp that provides the characteristics described in Hegel or Musical fidelity M6Si… Is Hegel worth the move over McIntosh on a set of Klipsch La Scalas?

  • @konstantinlazos6746
    @konstantinlazos67462 жыл бұрын

    Wow that is high praise indeed for Hagel. Have been subscribed now for a couple of months....love all of your content. Would love some advice on how to proceed with my system. I don't have a dac or streamer currently, was only doing home theater until now. I have an anthem mca20, mca50, avm50 and paradigmn S8 towers along with the signature servo 15 sub woofer, centre dipoles etc....i want to do two channel and am definitely confused on Dacs.....so many choices....budget of 1kish is what I'm thinking. If this is not the right way to connect with you please let me know...thx......want to maximize the speakers I and amplification I have before I look at any changes....my gear and speakers are approx 10 years old.

  • @Romulus980
    @Romulus9802 жыл бұрын

    Would a Hegel H120 have enough power/current to drive ATC SCM11 to satisfactory levels?

  • @eViperRabbit
    @eViperRabbit2 жыл бұрын

    Jay, just discovered your channel. Love your content. Keep it up. Question - what is the source that you use? Do you use music streamers? Can you do a review of Allo USBridge Signature, if you can get hold of it. Cheers.

  • @georgechirayus4865
    @georgechirayus48652 жыл бұрын

    Nice video. So endgame combo for you will be Gershman Grande Avant Garde and the H390?

  • @RejuvenateHopewithPulsors
    @RejuvenateHopewithPulsors2 жыл бұрын

    I would love for you to test and compare Hegel and SimAudio 340i X. I have heard it and I am curious to see if Hegel would be better? Please test it out. There are not many reviews on SimAudio. Please help…

  • @craigcoughlin1834
    @craigcoughlin18342 жыл бұрын

    Curious how this compares to the Denon integrated you just reviewed. I've been eyeing the, Japanese market only, SX-11.

  • @kris308100
    @kris3081002 жыл бұрын

    Hi. How does the Naim Supernait 3 compare to any of the Heygel's ?. I think that an SN3 coupled with a Naim NDX2 would beat Heygel hands down. One main reason being a separate streamer to the amp?.

  • @paulroscelli2545
    @paulroscelli25452 жыл бұрын

    I got the 590 used at a really reasonable price and I have never looked back. I do enjoy it

  • @HegelMusicSystem

    @HegelMusicSystem

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad to read that you are so happy about it. Have a super day!

  • @nickt2159
    @nickt21592 жыл бұрын

    Nice review. I am about to buy a Hegel H390 and pair it with Bowers & Wilkins towers 702 S2. Is that a good match? I am new to your channel and impressed with the depth of your knowledge. Also you two make a pretty good pair for reviews. Apologies for I didn’t catch his name. Really would like to know about that pairing (Hegel with B/W)? Thanks in advance Nick T

  • @tseringdorjesepa7619
    @tseringdorjesepa76192 жыл бұрын

    Hi! Jay, what is the good combination with buchardt S300? Actually I am looking for Hagel H190 or 390. Currently I am using Marantz 6006PM. I want to listen your thoughts which one is better Hagel H190 or H 390? Thank you

  • @NOVAISPERES
    @NOVAISPERES2 жыл бұрын

    I have the H360 and i love how it sound, but the internal DAC….hum not so much. Do you hear it with the internal or an external Dac?

  • @tomchan2559
    @tomchan25592 жыл бұрын

    I bought the H120 because of Jay. Still loves it... I bought a Gustard X16 because it has MQA but it is nowhere near the H120 internal dac.

  • @johnwhite2576
    @johnwhite25762 жыл бұрын

    What are your runners up ? And what speakers would you NOT place Hegel first for pairing ?

  • @LuisCastaneda-qs3bq
    @LuisCastaneda-qs3bq2 жыл бұрын

    Hi there, I'm new to this channel. Not to compare Apple's to Oranges but with a lot of people using DATs or wanting that type of system how does the Hegel Sound Stage sound compared to the Oldschool Amps like Marana and Sansui of the mid to late 70's?

  • @killacallahan1
    @killacallahan12 жыл бұрын

    You're the reason I got the Hegel h95 I think is sound better than my musical fidelity m6si. Don't get me wrong. I, love my m6si but that Hegel h95 60 wpc is something special. Now the h95 dac sounds incredible but, it lack some features. So I paired it with Dacmagic 200 great synergy.

  • @barbalabros1266
    @barbalabros12662 жыл бұрын

    If you had to choose between the Hegel h95 and the Arcam SA20, what would you choose?

  • @leifdahllof44
    @leifdahllof442 жыл бұрын

    Have you ever been testing to use the dac loop? I wold like too have a dac with roomcompensating and then this would be a solution with my H390.

  • @PP-nh1lv
    @PP-nh1lv2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Thujan, Still eagerly awaiting your review of the KEF R11’s!

  • @donguin9348
    @donguin93482 жыл бұрын

    Hi, I was looking into getting the "H20" (power amp. only) since i have Schiit Freya+ and a Denafrips Pontus II in transit.... Any thoughts on the H20?

  • @mk5721
    @mk57212 жыл бұрын

    Jay, did you have much listening experience with the Dan D'Agostino gear at Audio Excellence? If I had that kind of money, presuming the sound matches the looks of his gear, that would be at the top of my list for amplifiers.

  • @andresgarciaperez3804
    @andresgarciaperez38042 жыл бұрын

    So what do you prefer Jay? Burson timekeeper or hegel h120 h190? Because you say burson its the best, but also hegel...?? Thank you man!

  • @ekkrutpermbhusri851
    @ekkrutpermbhusri8512 жыл бұрын

    Jay. I stream Spotify and Airplay to my H 120. Would Adding Blunode 2I or Cambridge Audio CXN V2 to my system improved the sound quality? Thank.

  • @ahmedgharbawi6877
    @ahmedgharbawi68772 жыл бұрын

    What would you say is the best way to stream from an Iphone? I don’t think AirPlay supports lossless audio.

  • @Peter_van_bjork
    @Peter_van_bjork Жыл бұрын

    Love my Hegel 190 ❤

  • @xxgamerxxchrischris2325
    @xxgamerxxchrischris23252 жыл бұрын

    I would really really love to have one of these

  • @vinnyabraham590
    @vinnyabraham5902 жыл бұрын

    Nice review. What's that song playing at 3 mins into the video?

  • @GB-up6nl
    @GB-up6nl Жыл бұрын

    The question is for Tujan and Jay both of you.. I currently own 1600 ne and have a hitch to change it to Hegel 120. What you think of that? And one you prefer over the other. I’m running focal Chora 816 speakers through it. Will really appreciate your feedback.

  • @findingninno2
    @findingninno22 жыл бұрын

    I'd love to hear you guys review the Technics SU-R1000, and know how you think it compares to Hegel

  • @angellontel7175
    @angellontel71752 жыл бұрын

    the question is if he likes NAD M10 V2 which is suppose to drive speakers better now. and you get a remote controll. and have you tried with Dirac live?

  • @James-mb5jr
    @James-mb5jr Жыл бұрын

    Just saw this clip. Good one 👍but am abit confused - did Tugin (sp?) end up with the hegel? I thought he said in another clip that he bought the denon? So which is which?

  • @netnakul
    @netnakul2 жыл бұрын

    I might be mistaken, but didn't you say you prefer the Kinki mono+pre than a Hegel?

  • @Jayiyagi

    @Jayiyagi

    2 жыл бұрын

    yes. Kinki mono+pre is also JUST that. You still need a dac and a source(streamer). Also depends on pairing and synergy as mentioned in the video right?

  • @vpmm1832
    @vpmm18322 жыл бұрын

    Hi Jay, Appreciate your advice I have a pair of HiFi Speaker Power rated at 15 W min - 130W. Would like to know, if were to use an Amplifier with a higher Power rating than the Speaker would it damage my mentioned rated speaker i.e Ad Amplifier with rated Power of 2 x 150 W into 8 ohms Amp Which would best the best suitable and matching Amplifier WATTS to drive my speakers with the below-shown Amplifier power rating 2 x 150 W into 8 ohms 2 x 75 W into 8 ohm 2 x 60 W into 8 ohms Thanks in advance

  • @bricelee1939
    @bricelee19392 жыл бұрын

    Have you tried Devialet’s Expert Pro line? How does it compare to the Hegel?

  • @199122vincent
    @199122vincent2 жыл бұрын

    I have recently demo the H390 with Sonus Faber Lumina series. To me the H390 with Sonus Faber is a good combo. The sonically rich Sonus give just the right amount of musicality when paired with the clinically sounding Hegel. However at the H390’s price point I won’t choose Hegal because subjectively it didn’t engage me. Luxman would be my next choice if someone is going for that clinical / hi-fi for hi-fi’s sake kind of sound. I haven’t heard the H190 yet but if it has the same balance and naturality that would be a great buy at that price range.

  • @mariopozzi5220
    @mariopozzi52202 жыл бұрын

    Prodotti stupendi Hegel ❤️❤️❤️

  • @IronCan88
    @IronCan882 жыл бұрын

    Is Hegel H390 still great today as well? Thank you.

  • @OCleirigh1776
    @OCleirigh1776 Жыл бұрын

    Jay big fan of your Channel!!! 🥰 Just purchased close to my dream system within affordability LOL! Focal Sopra no1's with a line array of 6 Rel S/812's. I have no other gear purchase yet. Unfortunately I'm running out of money fast like most audio files do, lol. What are your thoughts on the Hegel H190 for the money? Would you invest more money on your DAC then your amplifier for SQ? Why is it that class A amplifiers can deliver more power with with less wattage? For instance, I have a pair of focal sopra no1's that require 150 watts a channel yet I was recommended this luxman Class A amplifier that only pushes 30 Watts a channel?

  • @enricolisk1357
    @enricolisk13572 жыл бұрын

    Hey Jay, can u speak more about the dampening (hope i got the word right) factor please?

  • @myplaguesify
    @myplaguesify2 жыл бұрын

    thujan what did you choose betwen denon 1600 vs hegel h120?

  • @cploon
    @cploon2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Jay, Been watching your video for some times now. And I'm love those reviews that you did for China amplifiers. There is a Chinese design and made Solid Stage Amplifier that is pretty popular recently. It's Kinky Studio EX-M1 Integrated Amplifier. Really hope that you can review this Amp and compare to the Hegal. Would love to hear from you that you still consider the Hegal is the King of Integrated Amp !!

  • @deeplyclosetedindividual

    @deeplyclosetedindividual

    2 жыл бұрын

    He already reviewed some Kinki gear

  • @cploon

    @cploon

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@deeplyclosetedindividual Noted and thanks !

  • @Ian-bl2xo
    @Ian-bl2xo2 жыл бұрын

    Hegel H95. A fantastic amp for its price. Can't go wrong. 😁

  • @alainbesario6679
    @alainbesario66792 жыл бұрын

    Hi, may I know the dimension of your listening room? Great vid

  • @leslie-1127
    @leslie-11272 жыл бұрын

    Hi, I am not sure if you are familiar with the Q Acoustic Concept 500 speakers. I just ordered a pair and looking for amps. The shop who sold me the speakers was pushing to sell their MF 8m pre and power amp. I was thinking of Hegel P20/H20 or P20/H20 or the MC 312 (but yet to consider what pre to match this cos it it not possible to test it with other amps as the MC shop only sells MC products). Wondering if you have any suggested amps I should consider. Thanks.

  • @ahmedgharbawi6877
    @ahmedgharbawi68772 жыл бұрын

    Do you think the H95 would have the same synergy with the sonetto I?

  • @Teachering
    @Teachering2 жыл бұрын

    I have been wanting the Hegel H390 for some time. Saving for things is difficult.

  • @pietervg5541
    @pietervg55412 жыл бұрын

    Hey Jay, thanks for your opinion about the Hegel amp and the Sonus faber Electa Amator 3. I hope you’ll review Rega amps in the future. For example the REGA AETHOS. I’ve got the Rega Aethos connected to my Sonus faber Minima Amator 2 and it matches perfectly 😋

  • @grungemax

    @grungemax

    2 жыл бұрын

    It will be cool to see some Rega amp reviews. The hidden gems.

  • @antoniosalles3134
    @antoniosalles31342 жыл бұрын

    Did you ever hear Rogue Audio integrated amps, such as the Sphinx? It's American made, it has a hibrid design (tube and class D) and can run difficult speakers such as the kef LS50s with 200 WPC with 4 ohms.

  • @jean-baptistebarre2524
    @jean-baptistebarre25242 жыл бұрын

    Does Hegel h120 will be a nice match with Sonetto 2 ? I am between to buy the Ma252 + Chord Qutest Dac or Hegel H120 to save money. Lol Let me know what you think guy. Thank you

  • @dudiflug3804
    @dudiflug38042 жыл бұрын

    For focal kenta what is your choice? Hegel or Naim ?

  • @zaoria123
    @zaoria1232 жыл бұрын

    Jay, which Hegel would you pair with B&W 704 S2 speakers? Would the H190 be more than enough? Or would the H390 be worth the extra $2,000?

  • @hclandscapes

    @hclandscapes

    2 жыл бұрын

    The H190 would be plenty! I reckon the H120 would do a decent job too

  • @andreasmoller9798

    @andreasmoller9798

    Жыл бұрын

    H190 is good choise there

  • @ud4034
    @ud4034 Жыл бұрын

    If I want to put together a home theater left/right/center channel with Hegel, would I need to buy 2 units? Would recommend any used Hegel units to look into? Like 2 Hegel H100 or H120? Or can this even be done?

  • @thegrimmer
    @thegrimmer2 жыл бұрын

    Would you also favor the H120 over a Schiit Ragnarok or bifrost + freya + vidar stack? It's difficult to find direct comparisons

  • @deeplyclosetedindividual

    @deeplyclosetedindividual

    2 жыл бұрын

    Was thinking the same thing: Bifrost 2 + Freya + Vidar = 2250 Bifrost 2 + Freya + 2x Aegir = 3250

  • @JPWinters

    @JPWinters

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'd like to know this as well. I have a BiFrost 2, love it. Thinking of pairing it with the Ragnarok 2. Hear it's better than the Vidar route.

  • @abcalvinchan
    @abcalvinchan2 жыл бұрын

    How does a H190 or H390 compare to a Rotel RA-1592? Driving kef r3's only

  • @themaskedsingercucucachu8225
    @themaskedsingercucucachu82252 жыл бұрын

    Love the enthusiasm! Hate Hagel because of the build quality... sounds fine. Love the Amator's... the look and heritage and sound. I should say if your budget allows, and your back is strong, Mcintosh is the way to go... if you can still find one for a similar budget to hagel, the Denon A-110 is amazing.

  • @morespinach9832

    @morespinach9832

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha

  • @vpmm1832
    @vpmm18322 жыл бұрын

    In your opinion does the H120 sound better than the H190 . I listen to all types music , jazz , classic to jazz fusion , however I love to hear proper natural vocal both female and male . My room size is 4.5 m x 5 m or it might go into a 3.5 m x 4 m size room , i am not sure if it H12O or H190 would be Best as I planning to keep it for many years and don’t want the reason to upgrade , please can you kindly advice , your unbiased and expert advice . Your shows / review I really enjoy and is excellent. Keep it up . Wishing you every Best. Take care

  • @mrebear9758

    @mrebear9758

    2 жыл бұрын

    H190 for a room that large if you have inefficient speakers. H120 doesn't have that much power and there's an enormous jump to the H190 power wise. Worth the upgrade, although I wish they included the H360 DAC.

  • @vpmm1832

    @vpmm1832

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@mrebear9758 Thanks for your valued reply Jake. Yes, agree for the much higher price of the H190 it should have definitely come with the same higher-quality DAC as installed on the H360. I guess we all have to see if they implement the same on the H190 (for this very pricy unit)

  • @andreasmoller9798

    @andreasmoller9798

    Жыл бұрын

    @@vpmm1832 h190 uses the same dac as h360

  • @CristhianSerrano
    @CristhianSerrano2 жыл бұрын

    How does the hegel compare to the kinki studio exm1+? i believe that unit has the same characteristics too

  • @andreasmoller9798

    @andreasmoller9798

    Жыл бұрын

    @Car Guy daddyo Hegel is neutral is not to everyone taste, speaker matchning is always important

  • @teamsandvik
    @teamsandvik Жыл бұрын

    Since you like Norwegian Hegel, please try Electrocompaniet, which is Norway's oldest and largest manufacturer of HiFi and stereo systems. I'm sure you'll love them, especially paired with KEF Blade speakers. Bruce Swedien, who was the sound producer for Michael Jackson, loved Electrocompaniet

  • @josejuanhernandez4056
    @josejuanhernandez40562 жыл бұрын

    Mr soulsick any hegel sounds that much great?

  • @PP-nh1lv
    @PP-nh1lv2 жыл бұрын

    Do you guys use the Hegel DAC or do prefer to use an outboard unit?

  • @1046C

    @1046C

    6 ай бұрын

    I personally use a Chord Mojo 2 with it and it's quite an improvement over the inboard DAC

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