Hegel has just launched its latest amplifier, the Hegel H400, nicknamed by the manufacturer as “the Streamliner”.
Power and Sound Quality
The Hegel H400 is a Class AB amplifier delivering 250W of power into 8 ohms and is stable down to 2 ohm loads. With an impressive damping factor of 4000, the H400 ensures control over speakers, promising dynamic and detailed sound. The dual mono construction and symmetrical layout guarantees superior sound quality. Hegel’s SoundEngine 2 technology provides instant distortion correction.
Features
The new amplifier incorporates advanced features found in Hegel’s reference model, the H600, such as the Dual Mono design and a superior quality DAC. These features make the H400 an attractive option for discerning listeners.
Durable and Energy Efficient
According to the manufacturer, the H400 is built with high-quality materials and components, and is designed for durability and reliability. SoundEngine 2 technology also makes the H400 energy efficient, reducing power consumption.
User-Friendly Design
The H400’s design promises to prioritize simplicity and intuitive operation, with the brand’s family design featuring two multifunctional knobs for source selection and volume control. The central display is clear and easy to read from a distance, ensuring a user-friendly experience.
Range of Inputs and Streaming Capabilities
To ensure compatibility with a wide range of audio sources, the H400 offers various analog and digital inputs. Automatic signal detection allows the amplifier to instantly recognize connected audio sources and switch to the correct input, eliminating the need for manual selection.
The H400 supports popular streaming platforms like AirPlay, Spotify Connect, Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, Google Cast™, and UPnP. Through the Hegel Control app, users can control volume and inputs, as well as access internet radio, podcasts, and media servers. Multiroom functionality via Roon, AirPlay, and Google Cast allows synchronized music playback in different areas of the house.
Conclusion
With the launch of the Hegel H400, Hegel promises to continue its tradition in audio excellence. The H400 claims to combine form and function, promising an unparalleled audio experience.
Specifications
Power output: 2 x 250 W into 8 Ω, Dual Mono
Minimum load: 2 Ω
Analog Inputs: 1 x balanced (XLR), 2 x unbalanced (RCA)
Digital Outputs: 1 x coaxial (BNC) S/PDIF 24/192
Digital Inputs: 1 x coaxial (BNC, S/PDIF 24/192, DSD64 (DoP), MQA 8x), 1 x coaxial (RCA, S/PDIF 24/192, DSD64 (DoP), MQA 8x), 3 x optical (S/PDIF 24/96, MQA 8x), 1 x USB (32/384, DSD256 (DoP), MQA 8x, 1 x Network (24/192, DSD64 (DoP), MQA 8x)
Line level Output: 1 x unbalanced fixed (RCA), 1 x unbalanced variable (RCA)
Streaming: Spotify Connect, Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, Google Cast, AirPlay, airable Internet Radio and Podcast, UPnP
Streaming formats: MP3, WAV, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF, DSF, DFF, AAC, PCM, MQA, Ogg
Frequency response: 5 Hz – 180 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 100 dB
Crosstalk: Less than -100 dB
Distortion: Less than 0.005% @ 50 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: 15 cm x 43 cm x 44 cm (HxWxD), 20 kg unit weight
Dimensions (US): 5.9″ x 16.93″ x 17.32″ (HxWxD), 44,1 lbs unit weight