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Musicraft · Oct 23, 2015

The Absolute Sound reviews Hegel's H160 amp/DAC

http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/hegel-h160-integrated-amplifier-1/

https://www.eisa.eu/awards/hi-fi/5/european-amplifier-2015-2016.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

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

http://www.hegel.com/images/reviews/H160hifichoiceuk.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/index.php/equipment-reviews/637-hegel-music-systems-h160-integrated-amplifier-dac
Soundstage Access H160 review

http://www.stereophile.com/content/hegel-music-systems-h160-integrated-amplifier
Stereophile H160 review

http://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0915/Hegel_H160_Review.htm
Enjoy The Music H160 review

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

Lydogbilde - Hegel H160 "Amplifier of the Year" award

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

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/videos/1557873347773276/?video_source=pages_finch_thumbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter

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

Thanks

Rick @ Musicraft

Musicraft · Oct 30, 2015

Hegel's H160 amp/DAC has received Best Buy of the Year Award 2015 by Hi-Fi Review Magazine (Hong Kong)

Hi-Fi Review Magazine (Hong Kong) - Hegel H160 amp/DAC Best Buy of the Year Award 2015

H160 amp/DAC

https://www.eisa.eu/awards/hi-fi/5/european-amplifier-2015-2016.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

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

http://www.hegel.com/images/reviews/H160hifichoiceuk.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/index.php/equipment-reviews/637-hegel-music-systems-h160-integrated-amplifier-dac
Soundstage Access H160 review

http://www.stereophile.com/content/hegel-music-systems-h160-integrated-amplifier
Stereophile H160 review

http://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0915/Hegel_H160_Review.htm
Enjoy The Music H160 review

http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/hegel-h160-integrated-amplifier-1/
The Absolute Sound H160 review

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

Lydogbilde - Hegel H160 "Amplifier of the Year" award

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

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/videos/1557873347773276/?video_source=pages_finch_thumbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter

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

Thanks

Rick @ Musicraft

Musicraft · Nov 5, 2015

SoundStage Hi-Fi/Global - previews Hegel's new H360 amp/DAC

http://www.soundstageglobal.com/ind...92-hans-begged-me-to-listen-to-the-hegel-h360

H360 amp/DAC

Presented by Musicraft. The UK's leading Hegel Music Systems specialist dealer.

http://www.soundstagehifi.com/index.php/opinion/871-the-best-of-high-end-2015-electronic-components
SoundStage Hi-Fi/Network - Hegel's H360 amp/DAC is amongst the five best electronic components of High End 2015

http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/the-30-greatest-bargains-in-high-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/translate?sl=pl&tl=en&js=y&prev=_t&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.stereolife.pl%2F2264&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/H360hifichoiceuk.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

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/videos/1557873347773276/?video_source=pages_finch_thumbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter

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

Thanks

Rick @ Musicraft

Musicraft · Nov 6, 2015

Pictures of Hegel's new HD30 High End DAC/Pre Amp

Hegel's new HD30 High End DAC/Pre Amp in Black finish

Hegel's new HD30 High End DAC/Pre Amp in Silver finish

Rear panel of Hegel's new HD30 High End DAC/Pre Amp in Silver finish

Presented by Musicraft. The UK's leading Hegel Music Systems specialist dealer.

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Rick @ Musicraft

Musicraft · Nov 7, 2015

One of our clients Hegel H360 amp-DAC/Monitor Audio GX200 based audio/video system

Hegel H360 amp-DAC/Monitor Audio GX200 based audio/video system in Derbyshire

Presented by Musicraft. The UK's leading Hegel Music Systems specialist dealer.

http://www.soundstageglobal.com/ind...92-hans-begged-me-to-listen-to-the-hegel-h360
SoundStage Hi-Fi/Global - previews Hegel's new H360 amp/DAC

http://www.soundstagehifi.com/index.php/opinion/871-the-best-of-high-end-2015-electronic-components
SoundStage Hi-Fi/Network - Hegel's H360 amp/DAC is amongst the five best electronic components of High End 2015

http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/the-30-greatest-bargains-in-high-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/translate?sl=pl&tl=en&js=y&prev=_t&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.stereolife.pl%2F2264&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/H360hifichoiceuk.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

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/videos/1557873347773276/?video_source=pages_finch_thumbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter

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

Thanks

Rick @ Musicraft

Musicraft · Nov 8, 2015

One of our clients Hegel H160 amp-DAC/Monitor Audio Gold 300 loudspeakers based system

Hegel H160 amp-DAC/Monitor Audio Gold 300 loudspeakers based system in Derbyshire

Presented by Musicraft. The UK's leading Hegel Music Systems specialist dealer.

https://www.eisa.eu/awards/hi-fi/5/european-amplifier-2015-2016.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

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

http://www.hegel.com/images/reviews/H160hifichoiceuk.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/index.php/equipment-reviews/637-hegel-music-systems-h160-integrated-amplifier-dac
Soundstage Access H160 review

http://www.stereophile.com/content/hegel-music-systems-h160-integrated-amplifier
Stereophile H160 review

http://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0915/Hegel_H160_Review.htm
Enjoy The Music H160 review

http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/hegel-h160-integrated-amplifier-1/
The Absolute Sound H160 review

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

Lydogbilde - Hegel H160 "Amplifier of the Year" award

Hi-Fi Review Magazine (Hong Kong) - Hegel H160 amp/DAC Best Buy of the Year Award 2015

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

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/videos/1557873347773276/?video_source=pages_finch_thumbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter

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

Thanks

Rick @ Musicraft

Musicraft · Nov 10, 2015

Hegel's new HD30 High End DAC/Pre Amp - PRODUCT DETAILS

Hegel's new HD30 High End DAC/Pre Amp in Black finish

Hegel's new HD30 High End DAC/Pre Amp in Silver finish

Rear panel of Hegel's new HD30 High End DAC/Pre Amp in Silver finish

Presented by Musicraft. The UK's leading Hegel Music Systems specialist dealer.

The HD30 is the ultimate digital control center. It does everything you can dream of, and does so with world-class quality. There is an abundance of inputs, ranging from balanced AES/EBU and BNC connectors, to Network and USB connections - with the latter also accepting DSD signals. The built-in volume attenuator allows you to connect directly to a power amplifier or a pair of active loudspeakers. Highly advanced power supplies and careful lay-out brings the noise floor down towards a mind blowing -150dB. In short... Do you even dare to try it?

When designing a digital-to-analog converter of world class, you are essentially making a masterpiece. One for others to try and copy. It is not enough to select the best components on the market and lay them out cleverly. When creating a masterpiece, you must question if you can make it better than the best. The HD30 was just such a masterpiece project. To reach goals that, up until now, was seen as unobtainable, we needed to tweak the world’s best measuring equipment available. Just to be able to fine-tune our clock crystals and power supplies. We designed master clocks from the ground up and went to great lengths to design ultra low noise power supplies and shielding from outside interference. The results are stunning. The musicality of the HD30 is at a level never before heard. You can experience instruments and virtually feel the room they play in. You feel the smile widening in your face and the hair rising on your arms when the HD30 begins to play. The finger touching the string, a millisecond before the guitar starts to sound. The singer drawing that breath of anticipation right before he starts playing in front of a live crowd.

Whether you choose to use Apple AirPlay, a CD-player, a computer or any other device. The HD30 will bring all the music and enthusiasm that exists in the recording.

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Musicraft · Nov 11, 2015

Musicraft is pleased to announce that we'll be receiving the UK's first Hegel HD30 Digital Control Center

UPS lorry outside Hegel Music Systems in Norway ready to collect our HD30 Digital Control Center

Our HD30's journey from Norway to us in the UK

Oslo, Norway 10/11/2015 17:38 Export Scan

10/11/2015 17:38 Origin Scan

10/11/2015 15:16 Collection Scan

Norway 10/11/2015 9:11 Order Processed: Ready for UPS

Presented by Musicraft. The UK's leading Hegel Music Systems specialist dealer.

Hegel's new HD30 High End DAC/Pre Amp in Black finish

Hegel's new HD30 High End DAC/Pre Amp in Silver finish

Rear panel of Hegel's new HD30 High End DAC/Pre Amp in Silver finish

The HD30 is the ultimate digital control center. It does everything you can dream of, and does so with world-class quality. There is an abundance of inputs, ranging from balanced AES/EBU and BNC connectors, to Network and USB connections - with the latter also accepting DSD signals. The built-in volume attenuator allows you to connect directly to a power amplifier or a pair of active loudspeakers. Highly advanced power supplies and careful lay-out brings the noise floor down towards a mind blowing -150dB. In short... Do you even dare to try it?

When designing a digital-to-analog converter of world class, you are essentially making a masterpiece. One for others to try and copy. It is not enough to select the best components on the market and lay them out cleverly. When creating a masterpiece, you must question if you can make it better than the best. The HD30 was just such a masterpiece project. To reach goals that, up until now, was seen as unobtainable, we needed to tweak the world’s best measuring equipment available. Just to be able to fine-tune our clock crystals and power supplies. We designed master clocks from the ground up and went to great lengths to design ultra low noise power supplies and shielding from outside interference. The results are stunning. The musicality of the HD30 is at a level never before heard. You can experience instruments and virtually feel the room they play in. You feel the smile widening in your face and the hair rising on your arms when the HD30 begins to play. The finger touching the string, a millisecond before the guitar starts to sound. The singer drawing that breath of anticipation right before he starts playing in front of a live crowd.

Whether you choose to use Apple AirPlay, a CD-player, a computer or any other device. The HD30 will bring all the music and enthusiasm that exists in the recording.

RRP £3200

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Rick @ Musicraft

Musicraft · Nov 11, 2015

Musicraft is pleased to announce that we'll be receiving the UK's first Hegel HD30 Digital Control Center

UPS lorry outside Hegel Music Systems in Norway ready to collect our HD30 Digital Control Center

Our HD30's journey from Norway to us in the UK - UPDATE

Derby, United Kingdom 11/11/2015 5:39 A.M.

11/11/2015 5:38 A.M. Arrival Scan

Castle Donnington, United Kingdom 11/11/2015 5:02 A.M. Departure Scan

11/11/2015 4:43 A.M. Import Scan

11/11/2015 3:51 A.M. Arrival Scan

Koeln, Germany 11/11/2015 3:15 A.M. Departure Scan

Derby, United Kingdom 11/11/2015 12:06 A.M.

11/10/2015 11:30 P.M. Your package was released by the clearing agency.

Koeln, Germany 11/10/2015 11:45 P.M. Arrival Scan

Malmo Sturup, Sweden 11/10/2015 10:30 P.M. Departure Scan

11/10/2015 9:17 P.M. Arrival Scan

Gardermoen, Norway 11/10/2015 8:17 P.M.

Oslo, Norway 10/11/2015 17:38 Export Scan

10/11/2015 17:38 Origin Scan

10/11/2015 15:16 Collection Scan

Norway 10/11/2015 9:11 Order Processed: Ready for UPS

Presented by Musicraft. The UK's leading Hegel Music Systems specialist dealer.

Hegel's new HD30 High End DAC/Pre Amp in Black finish

Hegel's new HD30 High End DAC/Pre Amp in Silver finish

Rear panel of Hegel's new HD30 High End DAC/Pre Amp in Silver finish

The HD30 is the ultimate digital control center. It does everything you can dream of, and does so with world-class quality. There is an abundance of inputs, ranging from balanced AES/EBU and BNC connectors, to Network and USB connections - with the latter also accepting DSD signals. The built-in volume attenuator allows you to connect directly to a power amplifier or a pair of active loudspeakers. Highly advanced power supplies and careful lay-out brings the noise floor down towards a mind blowing -150dB. In short... Do you even dare to try it?

When designing a digital-to-analog converter of world class, you are essentially making a masterpiece. One for others to try and copy. It is not enough to select the best components on the market and lay them out cleverly. When creating a masterpiece, you must question if you can make it better than the best. The HD30 was just such a masterpiece project. To reach goals that, up until now, was seen as unobtainable, we needed to tweak the world’s best measuring equipment available. Just to be able to fine-tune our clock crystals and power supplies. We designed master clocks from the ground up and went to great lengths to design ultra low noise power supplies and shielding from outside interference. The results are stunning. The musicality of the HD30 is at a level never before heard. You can experience instruments and virtually feel the room they play in. You feel the smile widening in your face and the hair rising on your arms when the HD30 begins to play. The finger touching the string, a millisecond before the guitar starts to sound. The singer drawing that breath of anticipation right before he starts playing in front of a live crowd.

Whether you choose to use Apple AirPlay, a CD-player, a computer or any other device. The HD30 will bring all the music and enthusiasm that exists in the recording.

RRP £3200

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

Thanks

Rick @ Musicraft

Musicraft · Nov 17, 2015

RAVE Publications at CEDIA 2015 YouTube video showing Hegel's new HD30 Digital Control Center

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPo-zkWpSto

Presented by Musicraft. The UK's leading Hegel Music Systems specialist dealer.

Hegel's new HD30 High End DAC/Pre Amp in Black finish

Hegel's new HD30 High End DAC/Pre Amp in Silver finish

Rear panel of Hegel's new HD30 High End DAC/Pre Amp in Silver finish

The HD30 is the ultimate digital control center. It does everything you can dream of, and does so with world-class quality. There is an abundance of inputs, ranging from balanced AES/EBU and BNC connectors, to Network and USB connections - with the latter also accepting DSD signals. The built-in volume attenuator allows you to connect directly to a power amplifier or a pair of active loudspeakers. Highly advanced power supplies and careful lay-out brings the noise floor down towards a mind blowing -150dB. In short... Do you even dare to try it?

When designing a digital-to-analog converter of world class, you are essentially making a masterpiece. One for others to try and copy. It is not enough to select the best components on the market and lay them out cleverly. When creating a masterpiece, you must question if you can make it better than the best. The HD30 was just such a masterpiece project. To reach goals that, up until now, was seen as unobtainable, we needed to tweak the world’s best measuring equipment available. Just to be able to fine-tune our clock crystals and power supplies. We designed master clocks from the ground up and went to great lengths to design ultra low noise power supplies and shielding from outside interference. The results are stunning. The musicality of the HD30 is at a level never before heard. You can experience instruments and virtually feel the room they play in. You feel the smile widening in your face and the hair rising on your arms when the HD30 begins to play. The finger touching the string, a millisecond before the guitar starts to sound. The singer drawing that breath of anticipation right before he starts playing in front of a live crowd.

Whether you choose to use Apple AirPlay, a CD-player, a computer or any other device. The HD30 will bring all the music and enthusiasm that exists in the recording.

RRP £3200

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

Thanks

Rick @ Musicraft

Musicraft · Nov 22, 2015

RAVE Publications at CEDIA 2015 YouTube video showing Hegel's H160 amp/DAC

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6edrIqePY08

H160 amp/DAC

Presented by Musicraft. The UK's leading Hegel Music Systems specialist dealer.

https://www.eisa.eu/awards/hi-fi/5/european-amplifier-2015-2016.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

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

http://www.hegel.com/images/reviews/H160hifichoiceuk.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/index.php/equipment-reviews/637-hegel-music-systems-h160-integrated-amplifier-dac
Soundstage Access H160 review

http://www.stereophile.com/content/hegel-music-systems-h160-integrated-amplifier
Stereophile H160 review

http://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0915/Hegel_H160_Review.htm
Enjoy The Music H160 review

http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/hegel-h160-integrated-amplifier-1/
The Absolute Sound H160 review

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

Lydogbilde - Hegel H160 "Amplifier of the Year" award

Hi-Fi Review Magazine (Hong Kong) - Hegel H160 amp/DAC Best Buy of the Year Award 2015

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

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/videos/1557873347773276/?video_source=pages_finch_thumbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter

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Rick @ Musicraft

Musicraft · Nov 26, 2015

Sound Image (Australia) Awards 2016 - Hegel H160 amp/DAC is Stereo Amplifier Of The Year $2000 - $10000

H160 amp/DAC

Presented by Musicraft. The UK's leading Hegel Music Systems specialist dealer.

https://www.eisa.eu/awards/hi-fi/5/european-amplifier-2015-2016.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

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

http://www.hegel.com/images/reviews/H160hifichoiceuk.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/index.php/equipment-reviews/637-hegel-music-systems-h160-integrated-amplifier-dac
Soundstage Access H160 review

http://www.stereophile.com/content/hegel-music-systems-h160-integrated-amplifier
Stereophile H160 review

http://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0915/Hegel_H160_Review.htm
Enjoy The Music H160 review

http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/hegel-h160-integrated-amplifier-1/
The Absolute Sound H160 review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6edrIqePY08
RAVE Publications at CEDIA 2015 YouTube video showing Hegel's H160 amp/DAC

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

Lydogbilde - Hegel H160 "Amplifier of the Year" award

Hi-Fi Review Magazine (Hong Kong) - Hegel H160 amp/DAC Best Buy of the Year Award 2015

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

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/videos/1557873347773276/?video_source=pages_finch_thumbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter

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

Thanks

Rick @ Musicraft

Musicraft · Dec 4, 2015

Hegel's new HD30 Digital Control Center has been voted Best Product of 2015 by High Fidelity (Poland)

High Fidelity (Poland) Best Product of 2015 is Hegel's HD30 Digital Control Center

Hegel HD30 Digital Control Center

Presented by Musicraft. The UK's leading Hegel Music Systems specialist dealer.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPo-zkWpSto
RAVE Publications at CEDIA 2015 YouTube video showing Hegel's HD30 Digital Control Center

Hegel HD30 Digital Control Center in Black finish

Hegel HD30 Digital Control Center in Silver finish

Rear panel of Hegel HD30 Digital Control Center in Silver finish

The HD30 is the ultimate digital control center. It does everything you can dream of, and does so with world-class quality. There is an abundance of inputs, ranging from balanced AES/EBU and BNC connectors, to Network and USB connections - with the latter also accepting DSD signals. The built-in volume attenuator allows you to connect directly to a power amplifier or a pair of active loudspeakers. Highly advanced power supplies and careful lay-out brings the noise floor down towards a mind blowing -150dB. In short... Do you even dare to try it?

When designing a digital-to-analog converter of world class, you are essentially making a masterpiece. One for others to try and copy. It is not enough to select the best components on the market and lay them out cleverly. When creating a masterpiece, you must question if you can make it better than the best. The HD30 was just such a masterpiece project. To reach goals that, up until now, was seen as unobtainable, we needed to tweak the world’s best measuring equipment available. Just to be able to fine-tune our clock crystals and power supplies. We designed master clocks from the ground up and went to great lengths to design ultra low noise power supplies and shielding from outside interference. The results are stunning. The musicality of the HD30 is at a level never before heard. You can experience instruments and virtually feel the room they play in. You feel the smile widening in your face and the hair rising on your arms when the HD30 begins to play. The finger touching the string, a millisecond before the guitar starts to sound. The singer drawing that breath of anticipation right before he starts playing in front of a live crowd.

Whether you choose to use Apple AirPlay, a CD-player, a computer or any other device. The HD30 will bring all the music and enthusiasm that exists in the recording.

RRP £3200

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

Thanks

Rick @ Musicraft

Musicraft · Dec 9, 2015

Hegel's H160 amp/DAC has received The Absolute Sound magazine Amplifier of the Year Award 2015 (January 2016 issue)

http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/hegel-h160-integrated-amplifier-1/
The Absolute Sound H160 review

H160 amp/DAC

Presented by Musicraft. The UK's leading Hegel Music Systems specialist dealer.

https://www.eisa.eu/awards/hi-fi/5/european-amplifier-2015-2016.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

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

http://www.hegel.com/images/reviews/H160hifichoiceuk.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/index.php/equipment-reviews/637-hegel-music-systems-h160-integrated-amplifier-dac
Soundstage Access H160 review

http://www.stereophile.com/content/hegel-music-systems-h160-integrated-amplifier
Stereophile H160 review

http://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0915/Hegel_H160_Review.htm
Enjoy The Music H160 review

http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/hegel-h160-integrated-amplifier-1/
The Absolute Sound H160 review

http://www.6moons.com/audioreviews2/hegel/1.html
Six Moons H160 review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6edrIqePY08
RAVE Publications at CEDIA 2015 YouTube video showing Hegel's H160 amp/DAC

Sound Image (Australia) Awards 2016 - Hegel H160 amp/DAC is Stereo Amplifier Of The Year $2000 - $10000

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

Lydogbilde - Hegel H160 "Amplifier of the Year" award

Hi-Fi Review Magazine (Hong Kong) - Hegel H160 amp/DAC Best Buy of the Year Award 2015

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

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/videos/1557873347773276/?video_source=pages_finch_thumbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter

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

Thanks

Rick @ Musicraft

Musicraft · Dec 17, 2015

StereoLife reviews Hegel's new HD30 Digital Control Center

http://www.stereolifemagazine.com/reviews/item/1144-hegel-hd30

Presented by Musicraft. The UK's leading Hegel Music Systems specialist dealer.

High Fidelity (Poland) Best Product of 2015 is Hegel's HD30 Digital Control Center

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPo-zkWpSto
RAVE Publications at CEDIA 2015 YouTube video showing Hegel's HD30 Digital Control Center

Hegel HD30 Digital Control Center in Black finish

Hegel HD30 Digital Control Center in Silver finish

Rear panel of Hegel HD30 Digital Control Center in Silver finish

The HD30 is the ultimate digital control center. It does everything you can dream of, and does so with world-class quality. There is an abundance of inputs, ranging from balanced AES/EBU and BNC connectors, to Network and USB connections - with the latter also accepting DSD signals. The built-in volume attenuator allows you to connect directly to a power amplifier or a pair of active loudspeakers. Highly advanced power supplies and careful lay-out brings the noise floor down towards a mind blowing -150dB. In short... Do you even dare to try it?

When designing a digital-to-analog converter of world class, you are essentially making a masterpiece. One for others to try and copy. It is not enough to select the best components on the market and lay them out cleverly. When creating a masterpiece, you must question if you can make it better than the best. The HD30 was just such a masterpiece project. To reach goals that, up until now, was seen as unobtainable, we needed to tweak the world’s best measuring equipment available. Just to be able to fine-tune our clock crystals and power supplies. We designed master clocks from the ground up and went to great lengths to design ultra low noise power supplies and shielding from outside interference. The results are stunning. The musicality of the HD30 is at a level never before heard. You can experience instruments and virtually feel the room they play in. You feel the smile widening in your face and the hair rising on your arms when the HD30 begins to play. The finger touching the string, a millisecond before the guitar starts to sound. The singer drawing that breath of anticipation right before he starts playing in front of a live crowd.

Whether you choose to use Apple AirPlay, a CD-player, a computer or any other device. The HD30 will bring all the music and enthusiasm that exists in the recording.

RRP £3200

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Musicraft · Dec 25, 2015

Six Moons reviews Hegel's H160 amp/DAC

http://www.6moons.com/audioreviews2/hegel/1.html

H160 amp/DAC

Presented by Musicraft. The UK's leading Hegel Music Systems specialist dealer.

https://www.eisa.eu/awards/hi-fi/5/european-amplifier-2015-2016.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

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

http://www.hegel.com/images/reviews/H160hifichoiceuk.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/index.php/equipment-reviews/637-hegel-music-systems-h160-integrated-amplifier-dac
Soundstage Access H160 review

http://www.stereophile.com/content/hegel-music-systems-h160-integrated-amplifier
Stereophile H160 review

http://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0915/Hegel_H160_Review.htm
Enjoy The Music H160 review

http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/hegel-h160-integrated-amplifier-1/
The Absolute Sound H160 review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6edrIqePY08
RAVE Publications at CEDIA 2015 YouTube video showing Hegel's H160 amp/DAC

http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/hegel-h160-integrated-amplifier-1/
Hegel H160 amp/DAC - The Absolute Sound magazine Amplifier of the Year Award 2015 (January 2016 issue)

Sound Image (Australia) Awards 2016 - Hegel H160 amp/DAC is Stereo Amplifier Of The Year $2000 - $10000

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

Lydogbilde - Hegel H160 "Amplifier of the Year" award

Hi-Fi Review Magazine (Hong Kong) - Hegel H160 amp/DAC Best Buy of the Year Award 2015

Hi-Fi Review Magazine (Hong Kong) - Hegel H160 amp/DAC Best Buy of the Year Award 2015

Hi-Fi Review Magazine (Hong Kong) - Hegel H160 amp/DAC Best Buy of the Year Award 2015

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

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/videos/1557873347773276/?video_source=pages_finch_thumbnail_video
Hegel SoundEngine Technology video with Founder and technical director of Hegel, Bent Holter

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Musicraft · Dec 30, 2015

SoundStage Hi-Fi reviews Hegel's new HD30 Digital Control Center

http://www.soundstagehifi.com/index...usic-systems-hd30-digital-to-analog-converter

"The HD30’s big selling point is its sound -- and what a sound it is: Its world-class resolution, extreme clarity, and superb refinement let you listen very deeply into recordings, to hear precisely what the musicians and engineers laid down there" "To my ears, the HD30 is one of the best-sounding DACs you can buy today"

Presented by Musicraft. The UK's leading Hegel Music Systems specialist dealer.

High Fidelity (Poland) Best Product of 2015 is Hegel's HD30 Digital Control Center

http://www.stereolifemagazine.com/reviews/item/1144-hegel-hd30
Stereolife Hegel HD30 Digital Control Center review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPo-zkWpSto
RAVE Publications at CEDIA 2015 YouTube video showing Hegel's HD30 Digital Control Center

Hegel HD30 Digital Control Center in Black finish

Hegel HD30 Digital Control Center in Silver finish

Rear panel of Hegel HD30 Digital Control Center in Silver finish

The HD30 is the ultimate digital control center. It does everything you can dream of, and does so with world-class quality. There is an abundance of inputs, ranging from balanced AES/EBU and BNC connectors, to Network and USB connections - with the latter also accepting DSD signals. The built-in volume attenuator allows you to connect directly to a power amplifier or a pair of active loudspeakers. Highly advanced power supplies and careful lay-out brings the noise floor down towards a mind blowing -150dB. In short... Do you even dare to try it?

When designing a digital-to-analog converter of world class, you are essentially making a masterpiece. One for others to try and copy. It is not enough to select the best components on the market and lay them out cleverly. When creating a masterpiece, you must question if you can make it better than the best. The HD30 was just such a masterpiece project. To reach goals that, up until now, was seen as unobtainable, we needed to tweak the world’s best measuring equipment available. Just to be able to fine-tune our clock crystals and power supplies. We designed master clocks from the ground up and went to great lengths to design ultra low noise power supplies and shielding from outside interference. The results are stunning. The musicality of the HD30 is at a level never before heard. You can experience instruments and virtually feel the room they play in. You feel the smile widening in your face and the hair rising on your arms when the HD30 begins to play. The finger touching the string, a millisecond before the guitar starts to sound. The singer drawing that breath of anticipation right before he starts playing in front of a live crowd.

Whether you choose to use Apple AirPlay, a CD-player, a computer or any other device. The HD30 will bring all the music and enthusiasm that exists in the recording.

RRP £3200

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Musicraft · Jan 1, 2016

SoundStage Hi-Fi Products of the Year 2015 - DIGITAL SOURCE is Hegel's new HD30 Digital Control Center

http://www.soundstagehifi.com/index.php/927

http://www.soundstagehifi.com/index.php/equipment-reviews/923-hegel-music-systems-hd30-digital-to-analog-converter
SoundStage Hi-Fi reviews Hegel's new HD30 Digital Control Center

"The HD30’s big selling point is its sound -- and what a sound it is: Its world-class resolution, extreme clarity, and superb refinement let you listen very deeply into recordings, to hear precisely what the musicians and engineers laid down there" "To my ears, the HD30 is one of the best-sounding DACs you can buy today"

Presented by Musicraft. The UK's leading Hegel Music Systems specialist dealer.

High Fidelity (Poland) Best Product of 2015 is Hegel's HD30 Digital Control Center

http://www.stereolifemagazine.com/reviews/item/1144-hegel-hd30
Stereolife Hegel HD30 Digital Control Center review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPo-zkWpSto
RAVE Publications at CEDIA 2015 YouTube video showing Hegel's HD30 Digital Control Center

Hegel HD30 Digital Control Center in Black finish

Hegel HD30 Digital Control Center in Silver finish

Rear panel of Hegel HD30 Digital Control Center in Silver finish

The HD30 is the ultimate digital control center. It does everything you can dream of, and does so with world-class quality. There is an abundance of inputs, ranging from balanced AES/EBU and BNC connectors, to Network and USB connections - with the latter also accepting DSD signals. The built-in volume attenuator allows you to connect directly to a power amplifier or a pair of active loudspeakers. Highly advanced power supplies and careful lay-out brings the noise floor down towards a mind blowing -150dB. In short... Do you even dare to try it?

When designing a digital-to-analog converter of world class, you are essentially making a masterpiece. One for others to try and copy. It is not enough to select the best components on the market and lay them out cleverly. When creating a masterpiece, you must question if you can make it better than the best. The HD30 was just such a masterpiece project. To reach goals that, up until now, was seen as unobtainable, we needed to tweak the world’s best measuring equipment available. Just to be able to fine-tune our clock crystals and power supplies. We designed master clocks from the ground up and went to great lengths to design ultra low noise power supplies and shielding from outside interference. The results are stunning. The musicality of the HD30 is at a level never before heard. You can experience instruments and virtually feel the room they play in. You feel the smile widening in your face and the hair rising on your arms when the HD30 begins to play. The finger touching the string, a millisecond before the guitar starts to sound. The singer drawing that breath of anticipation right before he starts playing in front of a live crowd.

Whether you choose to use Apple AirPlay, a CD-player, a computer or any other device. The HD30 will bring all the music and enthusiasm that exists in the recording.

RRP £3200

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Musicraft · Jan 5, 2016

Hegel Music Systems will be exhibiting at CES 2016 (January 6 - 9, 2016, Las Vegas) - Tech West, Venetian Suites, Floor 30, Room 121

Presented by Musicraft. The UK's leading Hegel Music Systems specialist dealer.

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Musicraft · Jan 7, 2016

Hegel Music Systems YouTube video at CES 2016 (January 6 - 9, 2016, Las Vegas) - Tech West, Venetian Suites, Floor 30, Room 121

https://youtu.be/hfCF0o8tgiY

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