The Hegel H190 Integrated Streaming Amplifier has DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) streaming capabilities that can play music from any streaming platform including Apple AirPlay.
With configurable inputs, a high-end DAC (Digital Analogue Converter), and a front-facing headphone output you can enjoy the ease of use with ultimate sound quality.
Available in anodised Black aluminium or White with an OLED display, the H190 is beautiful enough to be the centerpiece in any system.
Incredible Versatility
With a damping factor of over 4000, the Hegel H190 is powerful enough to drive almost any loudspeaker currently on the market. Plug in your loudspeakers and start streaming music over Apple AirPlay, or any other DLNA streamer, quickly and easily. The high-end DAC ensures precision decoding, providing the best foundation of sound for your entire set up.
The 2 x 150 watt SoundEngine2 error canceling amplifier prevents distortion and preserves the details and dynamic range in the original music signal.
Headphone Capability
The H190 also features a sturdy 6.3mm Headphone output that is front facing, so you can easily plug and unplug as your listening style changes over the course of a day. With powerful technology inside of a modern casing, the H190 is the Hegel embodiment of Powerful Design.
Hegel H190 Video Review - by Studio Incar
Is the Hegel H190 Roon Ready?
Yes. As of 3rd March 2022, Hegel released firmware update p5117.31, which includes Roon compatibilty. The H190 has been certified as Roon Ready and Roon tested.
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- Roon Ready - Roon Ready network devices have Roon’s streaming technology built in, and are certified by Roon Labs to provide the highest level of quality and performance in network streaming.
- Roon Tested - Roon Tested devices work over USB, HDMI, AirPlay, Google Cast, and other protocols. They have been profiled by the Roon team to ensure simple setup and effortless daily use.
When will the Hegel H190 have Apple AirPlay 2?
As of January 19th 2023, with Firmware update p5123.3102, the Hegel H190 is now AirPlay2 compatible.
What's in the Box?
- Hegel H190 - Integrated Amplifier
- User Manual
- Power Cable
- Hegel RC8 - Remote Control
- Accessory Box
Technical Specifications
- Power Output: 2 x 150 W into 8 Ω
- Minimum Load: 2 Ω
- Analog Inputs: 1 x balanced (XLR), 2 x unbalanced (RCA)
- Digital Inputs: 1 x coaxial (BNC), 1 x coaxial (RCA), 3 x optical, 1 x USB, 1 x Network
- Line level Output: 1 x unbalanced fixed (RCA), 1 x unbalanced variable (RCA)
- Frequency Response: 5 Hz - 100 kHz
- Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 100 dB
- Crosstalk: Less than -100 dB
- Distortion: Less than 0.01% @ 25 W/8 Ω/1 kHz
- Intermodulation: Less than 0.01% (19 kHz + 20 kHz)
- Damping Factor: More than 4000 (main power output stage)
- Dimensions incl feet: 12 cm x 43 cm x 41 cm (HxWxD), 19 kg
Hegel Amplifiers Comparison Chart
H95 | H120 | H190 | H390 | H590 | H600 | |
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GENERAL SPECS | ||||||
Output Power 8ohm, 20-20K RMS 1% | 60wpc | 75wpc | 150wpc | 250wpc | 301wpc | 303wpc |
Damping Factor | 2000 | 2000 | 4000 | 4000 | 4000 | 4000 |
Separate Transformer for DAC / Pre | ||||||
Dual Mono Amplifier | ||||||
CONNECTIONS | ||||||
Balanced Inputs | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Analog Inputs | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
Analog Output - Variable / Fixed | Variable | Variable | Variable & Fixed | Variable & Fixed | Variable & Fixed | Variable & Fixed |
Headphone Output (6.3mm Jack) | ||||||
Coaxial Digital Inputs | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
BNC Input | ||||||
Optical Digital Inputs | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
USB Input | ||||||
Ethernet Input | ||||||
Digital Output (Passthrough) | ||||||
RESOLUTION DIGITAL INPUTS | ||||||
Resolution Coax | 24bit / 192kHz | 24bit / 192kHz | 24bit / 192kHz | 24bit / 192kHz + MQA + DSD64 | 24bit / 192kHz + MQA + DSD64 | 24bit / 192kHz + MQA 8x + DSD64 |
Resolution Optical | 24bit / 96kHz | 24bit / 96kHz | 24bit / 96kHz | 24bit / 96kHz + MQA + DSD64 | 24bit / 96kHz + MQA + DSD64 | 24bit / 96kHz + MQA 8x + DSD64 |
Resolution USB | 24bit / 96kHz | 24bit / 96kHz | 24bit / 96kHz | 32bit / 384kHz + MQA + DSD256 | 32bit / 384kHz + MQA + DSD256 | 32bit / 384kHz + MQA 8x + DSD256 |
Resolution Network / UPnP | 24bit / 192kHz | 24bit / 192kHz | 24bit / 192kHz | 24bit / 192kHz + MQA + DSD64 | 24bit / 192kHz + MQA + DSD64 | 24bit / 192kHz + MQA 8x + DSD64 |
FEATURES | ||||||
Standby | Standby | Standby | ECO / Standby | ECO / Standby | ECO / Standby | ECO / Standby |
Bit Perfect DAC | ||||||
Spotify Connect | ||||||
UPnP Streaming (DLNA, DMR) | ||||||
AirPlay 2 | ||||||
Roon | Pending | |||||
CONTROL | ||||||
IP Control | ||||||
Control 4 SDDP | ||||||
IR Direct (Mini-Jack Input) | ||||||
Trigger In / Out | ||||||
UPnP FORMATS SUPPORTED | ||||||
MP3, WAV, Flac, ALAC, AAC, PCM, Ogg | ||||||
MQA |
Further Information
HiFi Bundle offer available for the Hegel H190
At Studio Incar we offer expertly curated systems based off our personal listening experience and knowledge. These systems use components that, when combined, allow them to play to their strengths and compliment each other in the best possible way.
Digital Based System - 1
- Amplifier - Hegel H190 - Integrated Amplifier - £3400
- Speakers - Dynaudio Evoke 20 - Standmount Speakers £1900
- Cables - Chord RumourX - Speaker Cables - £20 per metre (bare cable)
Hegel H190 / Dynaudio Evoke 20 - HiFi Bundle - Product Link
Digital Based System - 2
- Amplifier - Hegel H190 - Integrated Amplifier - £3400
- Speakers - Dynaudio Evoke 30 - Floorstanding Speakers £3050
- Cables - Chord RumourX - Speaker Cables - £20 per metre (bare cable)
Hegel H190 / Dynaudio Evoke 30 - HiFi Bundle - Product Link