You can take what you please. I am not all analog or all digital. I have many formats supported in my system. But on the subject of separates over integrated, there is no contest. Separates whoop tail in my system and is what I’ve had from the start. I don’t believe in kicking what others use and could care less as it is up to each individual what is important to them. Vinyl, cassette tape, and CD are equally and supremely represented in my system. I’ve been in audio since 1974. Been involved in building audio gear and modification of same. I’ve no regrets for what I have. Each must seek their own pleasures in this hobby. Mine come from helping others extract all they can get from what they have. This pleasures me greatly. This hobby is my own personal therapy from a world full of hostility and a total lack of grace. This hobby is sanity and happiness rolled into one immersive experience. I love it and so should you! Great review Tarun! Poo on the haters, full speed ahead!
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@markphilpot8734 thank you for giving your perspective Mark 😊
@CarlVanDoren61
Ай бұрын
Not a hobby, it's a passion 👌
@markphilpot8734
Ай бұрын
@@CarlVanDoren61, that’s correct given my level of involvement. Most see this as a hobby, but I see myself as very passionate given my level of involvement. Hope you are happy in your journey.
@jimfarrell4635
29 күн бұрын
"a world full of hostility and a total lack of grace". A bleak worldview, and one with which I disagree, but I do agree that music restores balance and offers solace during difficult times.
@markphilpot8734
29 күн бұрын
Not a bleak worldview. Realistic to those who can comprehend reality for what it is and call it so. It doesn’t make it any better to call it elsewise. It isn’t negative, just realistic. Only if you have your head in the sand or live in delusion can you not see it for what it is. According to one in particular it is a lost and dying world. Even more reason for prayer and having faith in God. Some will never get it, but we can hope and pray for them.
@siriosstar4789
Ай бұрын
Being very visual , my favorite part of the video/s is when the camera is moving over the parts being explained . couple that with your soothing voice and it keeps me interested until the end . 👍
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@siriosstar4789 that is great 👍
@spudpud-T67
Ай бұрын
Very soothing.
@CarlVanDoren61
Ай бұрын
Visual under the hood, looks a mess 😮
@robcaputo9708
Ай бұрын
I’m really glad you’re the first person out with the h400. It means I don’t have to watch any of the other ones when they come out. First and last word great video.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@robcaputo9708 thank you. That is much appreciated 😊👍
@robcaputo9708
Ай бұрын
@@abritishaudiophile7314 can I ask, do the h190 and h400 have a system to easily change the unit so it can go from 120w to 220w or the other way. Ie for someone that spends months in Europe and then months in North America do these Hagel work. I ask because I do go back and forth I have the h190 but now want the h400. Thank you
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@robcaputo9708 there may be a switch internally for the transformer but I am not sure. It would be best to email Hegel directly 😊
@robcaputo9708
Ай бұрын
@@abritishaudiophile7314 I haven’t gotten a clear answer from them. They sent me to an authorized repair shop, which is since closed. They thought it was a fairly simple transition that wouldn’t damage the sound which of course the key point. But then other audio files that I know were sceptical of that . But actually, (having slept on it ) I think your video has solved the problem for me. I think what I’m going to do is I’m going to sell the h190 while I’m still in Canada and buy the h400 in Spain. The only thing I’m waiting for is the separates that you said you would do . I’m just not remembering the company name right now but they’re the ones that you had for years they have a new pair of separates ie preamp and amp that’s higher-powered. It’s a little bit more money but they got my eye as well and I think I will wait for your review on that before making a final decision on the 400. I just can’t remember the name of the company, but you talk about it every single video. It’s the separates that you have the app and preamp that you have had for years. . You said you would do a review of the companies, currently being built amp and preamp which is more high-powered..
@robcaputo9708
Ай бұрын
@@abritishaudiophile7314 I still need to hear your review of the new Exposure amp preamp combo before deciding on the h400. I expect that to be a great comparison?
@denisbarry9436
Ай бұрын
I was fortunate to hear my H390 in the studio before purchasing and was blown away. Four years later and no regrets
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@denisbarry9436 great 👍
@audiorick841
25 күн бұрын
You are 100% right, I have dismissed Hegel products in the past because it had an integrated streamer and DAC. I like separates and I already have too many redundant features I don’t use in some components. I have started to buy products that only have what I need and nothing else.
@abritishaudiophile7314
23 күн бұрын
@@audiorick841 understandable 😊
@arturomartinez3354
Ай бұрын
Answering to your question, living space in modern life is an issue. Having a reference of system setup based on small, medium and large spaces could be a nice topic to cover. Of course this is really on the convenient side of the HIFI discussion.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@arturomartinez3354 thank you 😊
@alphaniner3770
Ай бұрын
good one
@J.LuxeInstallations
27 күн бұрын
As a very happy Hegel H600 owner, I can confirm the quality and ease of use of the new Hegel streaming platform and DACs. For people that want a fantastically simple system, just plug in the H400 or H600, add speakers, and load up Tidal connect. Great sound made easy!
@rog86
21 күн бұрын
Do you think Hegel will still be supporting these amps in 15 to 20 years though, or even 10......or do you think the streamers and DACs will be redundant?
@Mark-rw3kw
18 күн бұрын
@@rog86 I suspect that Hegel will support their streaming app for a long time, but 15-20 years may be a stretch. However, not sure whether their streaming app or streaming hardware would become obsolete. If streaming technology did change enough to make the included streamer obsolete, then simply add a new outboard streamer. DAC's are unlikely to need any updating, since the included one already supports fairly high bit rates beyond which most people or services even use now.
@rog86
18 күн бұрын
@@Mark-rw3kw that all seems logical and fair. Thanks for helping there.....👍
@cheeky1664
Ай бұрын
One of my favourite parts of this VERY well put together video was someone "admitted" that it's "OK" to aspire to listen to, and ENJOY an expensive system ("5k speakers, 6k amplifier and 6k front end"). Taurun, I applaud you 😁👍😁
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thank you. Much appreciated 😊👍
@geoffreydebrito7934
Ай бұрын
Its OK to aspire to listen to a system as high in fidelity as our situation permits. When I was married and raising a daughter, that circumstance naturally limited what common sense allowed us to spend on a system. Now, single and retired, I can and do devote considerably more resources to my system(s).
@cheeky1664
Ай бұрын
@@geoffreydebrito7934 I couldn't agree more! 😁😁 From what you say, this/your hobby provides you with a great deal of pleasure. I too am fortunate enough to be able to (just) afford the "higher end" of the market. For me, I think it's worth it, although "mistakes" are expensive too.. 🤷
@aceofspades6667
Ай бұрын
Love Hegel products they are some of the best hifi components at doing everything well. I had a Hegel h160 + Maggie LRS combo for several years and it was fantastic. I’ve since sold for a Maggie 1.7i + Anthem STR integrated but remember Hegel fondly.
@seanpburke
26 күн бұрын
I’d say a lot of H390 owners are relieved, myself included! There are great deals to be had on H390. Great review Tarun
@abritishaudiophile7314
23 күн бұрын
@@seanpburke thank you 😊
@Jheetesh
28 күн бұрын
Hi Tarun, it’s always a pleasure to watch your videos. The next upgrade I’d like is a room I don’t have to share with the family! Kind regards
@abritishaudiophile7314
24 күн бұрын
@@Jheetesh thank you 😊
@MrSidMuff
Ай бұрын
Tarun, you are spot on regarding Hegel's inclusion of DAC & streamer modules...I too will not consider such given I have already invested in a top quality dedicated streamer (Rose 130) and DAC (TT2 and MScaler). I use a 'vintage' Krell KSA 100 to drive my Magnepan 3.6R...and I reckon this Hegel would be fabulous 😏
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@MrSidMuff thank you. We should start a campaign 🤣👍
@thepuma2012
Ай бұрын
for someone who started upgrading from very cheap system this is different. I had a dac that was 400 new and and audiolab 8000a. Bought a second hand Hegel H80 (and sold the dac and audiolab). The amplifier section is the big upgrade, I am very very pleased to what i discover in the music I already new and how more natural it sounds with the Hegel. Next upgrade for me are my Dali suite speakers. I stream music with an Moon Mind 180.
@ronmiller6344
Ай бұрын
I use TT2/Mscaler as well; and TT2 is used as the Preamp for my Integrated. This finally provided the sound I've been after! It might be interesting to try the H390 with TT2.
@richardsaila8073
13 күн бұрын
If I bought a Hegel I considered the internal DAC and streamer moduls as a backup in the case my separates are down or not available for whatever reason. They could also be used as a reference for testing the newest and latest highly praised gear in the sub 2000$ range.
@robk5745
29 күн бұрын
I’ve never heard a Hegel amplifier but they do seem wonderful. Glad they made the new version a nice step up! Sounds like an integrated that can stop the shop so to speak!
@abritishaudiophile7314
29 күн бұрын
@@robk5745 thx for sharing 😊
@robk5745
29 күн бұрын
@@abritishaudiophile7314 thanks for being awesome 😉
@neilgelowitz4737
Ай бұрын
Great review Tarun. Many of our customers love that Hegel integrated amps have a built-in DAC and streamer for a high quality but simple system. And when those aspects of performance become dated, the internal ones don't have to be used if they upgrade those components. If it is as good or better than bare-bones integrated amps at the same price, then the inclusion of DAC and streamer isn't an issue, but they are very welcome features for many. Internet critics generally are much more vocal than those that are super satisfied, so that's why the complaints seems more prevalent. Keep up the good work.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@neilgelowitz4737 thank you for sharing Neil 😊
@geoffreydebrito7934
Ай бұрын
I share Tarun's point of view. It makes sense for manufactures to limit the options available to the buyer for components at lower price points but less so for ones at higher price points. The higher the price category, the more particular the knowledgeable buyer is likely to be on the components in their system. NAD's modular construction addresses this situation.
@neilgelowitz4737
Ай бұрын
@geoffreydebrito7934 totally get where you're coming from. It works if it is a plug-in module. That way there aren't inventory issues with stocking two different types of the same integrated.
@sloboat55
Ай бұрын
Haven't watched a more entertaining Hifi video in a while. Seriously. Solid advice. My Tradutto is on fire after more than two years in my rig. It's the least expensive piece. It is punching so far above its weight it knocks me out. Less than 13k all in and rocking. Room is wood and cloth.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@sloboat55 thank you kindly 😊👍
@danielc39876
Ай бұрын
As usual a great an balanced review- thank you sir! Interestingly, when I bought a new Integrated Amp a few years ago I already was on Hegel, but compared many amps as I wanted to have at least buyers remorse as possible. We all know there are always compromises. So I tried the Hegel 390, NAD M33 and others, at home. It was a close run between the NAD and the Hegel, with some concerns on how the NAD might age - concerning SW-compatibility. I always sniffed at Yamaha. Too less power, huge company nothing boutique high-end, etc. pp. But a dealer asked me to just try it. So I tried the completely analog AS-3200. Big room with luckily great acoustics (not perfect but really good) and large stands. And the AS-3200 got me, it surpassed the others for my ears. Only when making the music really loud, the NAD and the Hegel had more authority and easiness. But stage, correct bass and mids where just better and nicer to listen over all- with a very simple streaming DAC and my existing very sufficient RCA Phono set-up. Yes, I had to buy a proper DAC afterwards (ended after a bit back and for with a Denafrips Pontus II and love it). Without the AS-3200 the Hegel would finally have been my choice over the others, the authority in the lows is insane, but stage width and depth is no match for the Yamaha AS-3200. Ah and yes, in the end I of course ended up payed a lot more than planned and not having a nice and simple single Amp with integrated DAC and maybe integrated Bluesound, but again more equipment than before - luckily I have a very understanding wife 😊
@danielc39876
Ай бұрын
I have to add: The Hegel minimalstic design is great and is my absolute favorite. The difference were also not huge, so my text is potentially a bit overstating that. Hmm, maybe I should try this new Hegel … 😉
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thank you. I appreciate you sharing your experiences 😊
@hartleypascoe629
15 күн бұрын
Hi Tarun, I am pleased to hear your correct pronunciation of the letter 'H'. I can remember my parents instructing me how to pronounce it properly in the !950's. I have been a very keen Audio enthusiast since 1970 and have owned some amazing equipment since then. I had a huge pile of stuff at one stage. An amazing Electrocompaniet CD player. Parasound pre amp, two big Parasound stereo power amps bi-amping a big pair of TDL transmission line loudspeakers, a DVD player and Lord knows what else. Oh yes, a projector and a drop down screen. In a way such a plethora of boxes would now be seen by myself as an embarrassment. To watch the videos of viewers systems where they have so many boxes on display makes me wonder are they sad lonely fellows because what partner would want to live in a definite Man Cave. I really appreciated and enjoyed the Hegel H400 review and the idea of a really good integrated amplifier combined with a good DAC and Streamer is brilliant. I know that in the end the different main components separated into separate boxes is ideal but surely with today's technology these components can be isolated from each other successfully in one box. I find the H400 an attractive proposition as a future purchase. One box instead of three and less cable tangles which are so unsightly. Is it a bloke thing where they feel happy owning and playing with grown up toys. As far as Im concerned, I just want to listen to the music with the minimum of fuss and fiddling around. I think I had better employ a security company now.
@abritishaudiophile7314
10 күн бұрын
@@hartleypascoe629 thank you for sharing your experiences 😊
@Boiler272
Күн бұрын
Another great review! Your honesty in reviewing is really appreciated. You just got me to consider the Atoll IN300. Now what? Regards
@abritishaudiophile7314
Күн бұрын
@@Boiler272 thank you kindly 😊👍
@Kah0ona
29 күн бұрын
I have a h190, and love the fact that i have just one box in my room, and I am fully Roon Ready. If I'd get new speakers I'd definitely consider this amp.
@abritishaudiophile7314
29 күн бұрын
@@Kah0ona thx for sharing 😊
@poetryonplastic
Ай бұрын
What I'd really love to see is an update to their old H20 and P20 amp and preamp. The H30 and P30 got completely new overhauls but they are astronomically priced compared to the integrated models. The H20 hits a sweet spot but its a very old design by now.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thx for sharing 😊
@JingoLoBa57
Ай бұрын
On the other hand I use an upgraded Audio Research Ref 9 CDP as a cd player and as a separate DAC. In one system matched to the Michi X3. In the second system I use an Audio Research D240 MKII as the power amp. These two ARC products are the keys in the audio chain that have stopped me looking much further. I stream digital from a MXN10 to that Ref 9 CDP and get wonderful results. I stream from an upgraded AV8805 to the D240 and get stupendous results. Cable upgrades made another stopping point. No where else to go but listen to the music. The two rooms are very different one and open living room the other is an office. Both are amazing.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@JingoLoBa57 thx for sharing 😊
@reidbounsall9098
28 күн бұрын
I could live blissfully contented with the H400's built-in DAC and STREAMER without feeling ANY need to upgrade to separate components! Nevertheless, an excellent review, Mr. British Audiophile.
@abritishaudiophile7314
28 күн бұрын
@@reidbounsall9098 thank you kindly 😊👍
@stevezeidman7224
Ай бұрын
Excellent review as always, Tarun. Hegel has always intrigued me sans the price 😂.You asked if we were happy with our systems. I have a few and I like them all very much. It’s a combo of vintage McIntosh, and Rogue Audio. A mix of vintage, and modern speakers, modern dacs.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@stevezeidman7224 thank you. I appreciate you sharing 👍
@peterd1364
27 күн бұрын
never heard a Hegel amp so can't really comment but they are well reviewed as is your own review, me, I have to be satisfied with what I have as now i'm some years in retirement the days of swapping gear and upgrading are over...but now my enjoyment comes from listening to the music library I have and streaming via Qobuz...
@abritishaudiophile7314
23 күн бұрын
@@peterd1364 thx for sharing 🙂
@Ricky-cl5bu
Ай бұрын
I’ve been looking forward to this amplifier
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@Ricky-cl5bu cool 😎
@jasonhilliker2266
Ай бұрын
Great review, please do one for the poors and check out the new Topping B200 monoblocks
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thank you. They are on my radar 😊
@jonathangonzalez327
26 күн бұрын
Excellent review. A friend of mine has the H190 paired with the Q accoustics 5050, and the sounds is breathtaking, especially considering the system is way below $10k. Hegel definitely makes good equipment.
@abritishaudiophile7314
23 күн бұрын
@jonathangonzalez327 thank you 👍
@passagier303
Ай бұрын
Really great review from start to finish! Perfect way to start my Saturday
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thank you kindly 😊👍
@zindahoon
29 күн бұрын
Amazing Review Tarun , I think we are in a bad habit of chasing the mirage of sound and empty our wallet
@abritishaudiophile7314
28 күн бұрын
@@zindahoon thank you Atri 😊👍
@Ricky-cl5bu
Ай бұрын
Great review your the only reviewer I’d listen to that sounds a good amp
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@Ricky-cl5bu thank you Ricky. Much appreciated 😊👍
@fergrorke
26 күн бұрын
In answer to your question Tarun, I'm quite happy with my system right now as I feel it has reached the point of being well-balanced. That is to say that every component - streamer, DAC, power amp, and speakers - works well with the others with no obvious weakness in the chain, and together they produce a great sound. Of course there's potential for upgrades. The current pace of DAC development is amazing with a new "killer" device appearing in the market every few months. The LAiV Harmony and Gustard's new X30 spring to mind. Either of these or whatever comes out next would no doubt be a significant improvement over my modest-by-comparison Chord Mojo 2 but I can’t see myself shelling out €2,999 for a new DAC in the short-to-medium term. More likely, in the next year, I’ll get a pair of vacuum tube input buffers for my Purifi 1ET-400A based class D power amp. At around €1,335 that’s still by no means in the “no-brainer” purchase category but the promise of “a warmer and more tube-like presentation that showcases smooth, warm mids along with a holographic sound stage” is something I’d like to experience. In the shorter term, I’ve very recently been contemplating the addition of an Ethernet noise isolator. I can’t say I’m conscious of hearing network noise but, on the other hand, my streamer is connected to my Internet router via a couple of HomePlug AV2 powerline adapters, so the steam could well be subject to noise at it transits the household power cables. I need to do more research into cost/benefits as it appears an Ethernet isolator can be had from anywhere between about €50 and €1,850. Such is the nature of Hi-Fi!
@abritishaudiophile7314
23 күн бұрын
@@fergrorke great to learn about your experiences 👍
@stevehollingbery9744
Ай бұрын
Yet another great review, still love your delivery. Calm and informative. Well done. My next upgrade being considered is going active with my PMC 25.23’s upgrade kit. Still being mulled over. Cheers Steve😊.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@stevehollingbery9744 thank you Steve. Much appreciated 😊👍
@redstarwraith
Ай бұрын
Some of the most unimaginative looking amps I've ever seen.
@mohammedalomari1998
Күн бұрын
Thanks again, Tarun. It seems good amp but it's worrying that Hegel didn't put rating for 4 ohm. Kind regards and best wishes
@abritishaudiophile7314
Күн бұрын
@@mohammedalomari1998 thx Mohammed. It will have no problem driving a 4 ohm load 😊
@mosfet500
28 күн бұрын
I have a great system BUT, and there's always a but in audio, I love playing with audio just for fun. Right now I'm listening to Dynaudio Heritage Specials through my own designed tube preamp and ICE class D mono blocks. It's very good and took years to achieve but I'm experimenting with low power single driver speakers which open the door to 300B amps and some of the Nelson Pass amps that just don't drive the Dyn's well. The 400 is probably not going to be on my list, as good as I expect it sounds I really don't like integrated amps especially with built in DACs. The problem is they limit the ability to refine systems especially with DACs that keep improving and getting cheaper. No, I'll play with different configurations, that's the real fun if you ask me and once you have a fully integrated like the Hegel it's severely limited if not over. Thanks again Tarun, still the best reviewer around!
@abritishaudiophile7314
28 күн бұрын
@@mosfet500 thank you kindly. Great to learn about your experiences 😊👍
@rog86
21 күн бұрын
How good are those dyns?
@mosfet500
21 күн бұрын
@@rog86 Quite good IMHO, well balanced yet understated, the esotar tweeter is exceptional. Drive them with enough power if you like extra loud or rock.
@shaunroberts9285
25 күн бұрын
Great review as usual thanks Tarun. I haven't yet tried Hegel, but probably will do one day. They seem to be shooting for the stars with performance, with the latest pricing too. Hegel is a mass producer, I think it would be quite difficult for Hegel to offer all options, ie DAC, streamer, phono, bluetooth etc, without requiring some assembly/disassembly at the AD or extended waiting times. I for one wouldn't like that. So, as long as DAC, phono, Bluetooth, Streamer etc is of very good quality components, well implemented and shielded I think most people would be happy with that. Plus you have more potential buyers for used examples. Seperates to me do sound better...usually, but there is still the synergy aspect, you can end up in a money pit, purchasing another DAC for instance, because your new fantastic amplifier doesn't quite gel with it. So, personally I am with Hegel on this one. As always, you have to home demo at this price point. Keep up the excellent work! 👍
@abritishaudiophile7314
23 күн бұрын
@shaunroberts9285 thank you. Much appreciated 😊👍
@teknolojigundemi
Ай бұрын
I agree, dont need inside dac, streaming options if I paid that kind of money, prefer seperate dac-streamer. I like Hegel outside but prefer Yamaha , Accuphase's , Luxman inside. But they are much more pricier.
@RimfireAddicted70
Ай бұрын
Even on products I'm not heavily interested in listening to your reviews is best I can describe as a "Verbal symphony of imagery and expression". By the end of the video I find myself now curious about this when I initially had no interest to start lol. Well done as always!
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thank you. That is very kind 😊👍
@AmericanAudiophile
Ай бұрын
Well done review, Tarun. I had heard that the Hegel's were a bit on the dry side, and from this review it sounds like this particular amp is not. Interesting to see how you place this unit in the pantheon of devices. Also, while the device is certainly expensive by some measures, I know of many who spend more money on boats, convertibles, and other luxuries that eventually cost many times more. I like your matter of fact approach, where good is good, and outstanding is.. well outstanding, and the cost is what it is. Refreshing in a time of endless reviews of cheap audio.
@abritishaudiophile7314
28 күн бұрын
Thank you AA. Much appreciated 😊👍
@TheNightPortal
Ай бұрын
Personally I have come a long way in the last few years in terms of my audiophile journey. I am significantly more knowledgeable mainly cos of tubers like yourself. I now find myself in a very opportunistic situation presently in that in a few weeks I will have a whole new room to play with. Start from scratch. Interestingly, the kit I am looking at is nothing like anything I would have looked into 2 or 4 years ago. The likes of the Qualio IQ speakers and AGD Audion Monoblocks. Long gone are the days I drool over Focal KEF or B&W. Those days are long gone.
@abritishaudiophile7314
28 күн бұрын
Thank you my friend 👍
@mortimersnerd1348
Ай бұрын
I'm in agreement with you...prefer separates. The performance of dedicated streamers and Dacs are impoving so rapidly, not to mention for less money, it does make more sense to have a purist integrated with minimal bells and whistles. That's what I have. I own the Atoll IN300. Nothing fancy inside it other than lots of power to drive just about any speaker on the market. That's good enough for me. I have Arendal 1723 Monitor S speakers on order and looking forward to listening how the two get along. Fingers crossed.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@mortimersnerd1348 thank you for sharing your experiences 😊
@Starch1b2c3d4a
22 күн бұрын
Definitely an Exposure fanboy. We hear about it in every episode... 🎉
@abritishaudiophile7314
21 күн бұрын
@Starch1b2c3d4a it is part of my reference gear 😉
@Carl-yx1ww
13 күн бұрын
And pro ac s lol
@razvanvedel4102
24 күн бұрын
Looks like you got ahead of everyone with the review. Well done! Hegel 400 just got the EISA award for the best premium streaming amplifier alongside Rotel RAS 5000. By the way Tarun, when can we expect a review of a Rotel product?
@abritishaudiophile7314
23 күн бұрын
@@razvanvedel4102 thx. I hope to get to it at some point 🙂
@petergraves3086
Ай бұрын
Another comprehensive review Tarren . Thanks . I also find the fixed inclusion of DACs,disc stages and streamer stages (not available as options) as disappointing . For some a one box solution of a high quality source and amplification will be ideal but as you outline the benefits of going down the route of separate power supplies etc produces better results or can do . Hegal's approach is not uncommon as I have found recently trying to find a pre-amp without an integral DAC and disc stage. You do end up buying capabilities you are never likely to use .
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thank you 😊
@adsph
Ай бұрын
Well done take here. Thanks for sharing your experiences.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@adsph thank you 😊
@markcarrington8565
Ай бұрын
Really good review, Tarun. Ironically, as a purist I shouldn’t want an amplifier with a built in DAC and streamer, however, as I listen to records almost exclusively, buying the H400 would save me the trouble of buying a digital front end and also space in the rack. In answer to your question, I have spent far more on my turntable/arm/cartridge/phono stage combo than I have on any other part of the system and my speakers have recently been upgraded too. So logically, a new amp is the next move. Weeellll, nope. The amp is far from disgraced in the elevated company and hence I’m going to build a custom external housing for the turntable PSU and then upgrade to the top spec main bearing. After that it’s Auva speaker feet. Cheers, Mark
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thank Mark 👍
@gokhanersan8561
26 күн бұрын
Hegel H190 was lifeless with rock and pop. (Absolutely, mind-blowingly fantastic with Jazz quartet music !) I hope they rectified this issue of lackluster performance with rock and pop on the 400. They are asking $7K in the USA.
@abritishaudiophile7314
23 күн бұрын
@@gokhanersan8561 thx for sharing 🙂
@boneseyyl1060
Ай бұрын
Time to start looking for used H190's.
@CharlyTrotter
Ай бұрын
Do you mean h390s? H190 has already received h190v upgrade couple of months ago, where Hegel added a phonostage in.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
It is a nice amp 😊
@andrehendrik
Ай бұрын
Great review -- beautiful amp, looks like Hegel scored a home-run
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@andrehendrik thank you. I think so. A worthwhile improvement over the H390 👍
@Kukkema
Ай бұрын
Very cool. Looking forward to this one
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Great 👍
@MrWindmad
28 күн бұрын
Another very enjoyable review to watch and learn. I am considering a separate analog preamp to bypass the one in the Eversolo DMP-A8 for the sake of possibly better sound, although I really value the convenience of having one remote for all.
@abritishaudiophile7314
28 күн бұрын
@@MrWindmad thank you 😊
@cb6171
Ай бұрын
Great review, thank you Tarun.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@cb6171 thank you 👍
@russellparker4568
Ай бұрын
Congratulations Tarun, this was a great video. Thanks for your work and getting this out 👍🏻 After watching this it’s made it clear that my digital front end needs work, something to look into in the future at some point. Back to the noodles again 🫤😆
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thanks Russell. Glad you enjoyed it 😊👍
@russellparker4568
Ай бұрын
@@abritishaudiophile7314 Always do mate 😁
@adrianconti5718
Ай бұрын
My next upgrade is a DAC, to go with my Rega Elex R MK3, something detailed and musical, and more to the point matches the price point on my system!
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thx for sharing 😊
@klaverro
Ай бұрын
Very good review Tarun of this promising H400. As a Hegel fan (started with H190 and now using H95 and H590) I am looking for a next step. I had a demo of their H600 last week, but it didn't make my feet tapping. Maybe the setup at my dealer was not good, but I want more details and get closer to the music. I am currently looking at other brands or just an external dac to combine with the H590. I still hope Hegel adds a pre/power H20A/P20A …
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@klaverro thank you. Most people tend to appreciate the Hegel sound over extended listening rather than short demos 😊
@alphaniner3770
Ай бұрын
I would suggest to try an external DAC - trust me, if you find a DAC that matches your taste, you will be amazed how much more you can pull out of your H190 ;o) [edit] H95 and H590
@luisdimarco5102
29 күн бұрын
It would be great if you compare it with the MBL C51
@abritishaudiophile7314
28 күн бұрын
@@luisdimarco5102 I appreciate the suggestion 😊
@lonniefarmer7067
27 күн бұрын
Having gone to the cost of buying 11 matched speakers, 2 REL 15" subs and mounting the 4 height I love what I have. I also have the great room for it and that is important. The purist's out there can love their preamp and mono-blocks; I will stick to my delightful system!
@abritishaudiophile7314
23 күн бұрын
@@lonniefarmer7067 thx for sharing 🙂
@user-fd6tg3rn4m
29 күн бұрын
great vid sir, yep love my system, just been left a pair of mission speakers 760i se, which i find to be very good for there size.
@abritishaudiophile7314
29 күн бұрын
@@user-fd6tg3rn4m thank you 😊
@user-fd6tg3rn4m
28 күн бұрын
@@abritishaudiophile7314 thank you sir.
@Coneman3
Ай бұрын
I think you love your exposure monoblocks. Many of us get very fond of some components.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
I do love them. They aren’t perfect but suit my preferences 😊
@Chris._.B
Ай бұрын
Excellent, thanks for confirmation biasing me on my H390 😂 ...I have had more exciting amps, more toe tappy amps, richer more buttery amps etc. which might make the Hegel feel a touch boring on first listen. But over time I've really come appreciate just how damn fine of integrated it is. Now if you could so kind as to get the H590 / H600 in for review please 😛
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@Chris._.B thank you. I suppose I should take a look at the H600 at some point 👍
@bobb.9917
Ай бұрын
I have a McIntosh MC-152 Power Amp. It is in the price category of these products…with a rated output of 150wpc@8omhs. (It has been tested to actually put out ~250wpc@8ohms by respected sources!). I drive mine with a Schiit Freya+ Pre-Amp with upgraded (by me 😅) audiophile capacitors and resistors in the tube circuit. NOS tubes. I LOVE the sound of this combo. HINT…HINT… It would be a TREAT to see the British Audiophile review this very American power amp and see what he thought of it "chops" compared to his favorites ! 👍🏼
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thx Bob. I appreciate the suggestion 😊
@OlympicBruce
Ай бұрын
Very interested in what you have upgraded. Can you tell us what make capacitors and resistors you used and their strength/rating? Thanks!!
@2madamimadam290
Ай бұрын
Thanks! Always great content!
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@2madamimadam290 thank you kindly for your support 😊👍
@LSR-z7g
20 күн бұрын
Wonderful review, really enjoyed it. I'm currently a satisfied H190 user but have had my head turned by an upgrade. The question is whether an H390 at around £3500 is better value than the H400 at £5900. I would welcome any comments on that please.
@abritishaudiophile7314
18 күн бұрын
@@LSR-z7g that is a tricky one. The H400 is noticeably better in a revealing system but the H390 at £3.5k is great value 😊
@HAL-vu8ef
Ай бұрын
If it wasn’t for food and electricity I would buy one.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@HAL-vu8ef understood 😉 It is an expensive amp 😊
@christopherbrown8205
27 күн бұрын
Sigh, the upgrade I ought to perform, is not something as simple as a new box, but finding out how to get uncompressed files played without Apple's compression when streaming to the amplifier (Hegel 90) - without lots of work and intricate new programs. The second upgrade is to play records more often.
@abritishaudiophile7314
24 күн бұрын
@@christopherbrown8205 thx for sharing 🙂
@martymcfly3837
Ай бұрын
The Snake cave inside and the looks of the Hegel Amps is a nogo for me... ..but ok, its sounds good and that counts for the most people...
@markjohnathanappleton8642
Ай бұрын
I was thinking the same , plus they are built in china at that price point I would have expected to built in hegal home town
@alphaniner3770
Ай бұрын
thinking exactly the same - certainly doesn't look like a fully optimized layout - and for me an amp with an integrated DAC at this price point is just ridiculous - who of those already having a better DAC would even consider this amp? - only people that have a Hegel already I guess - imo these people can probably get better performance getting a proper DAC, instead of upgrading their Hegel.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thx for sharing 😊
@MB-uw6eh
Ай бұрын
Superb review. I’m one for being put off with built-in DACs. If you’ve spent $7000AU on an outboard DAC, you don’t want to pay for another if you choose the H400. Opening the box shows the beautiful architecture of the better arranged components in the H400 than the H390. There’s a local shop I can visit who are Hegel retailers. Will go and have a listen with a few Desert Island discs.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thank you. I appreciate you sharing. By the way, the ribbon connectors are not in the audio chain, they are part of the system logic. The Soundengine system dictates are more complex architecture 😊
@MB-uw6eh
Ай бұрын
@@YuengsNwings there was nothing horrific about what appeared to me as excellent audio engineering in the architecture for the box internals.
@andreasmoller9798
Ай бұрын
Really nice to hear. I own h390 and its just so good.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@andreasmoller9798 cool 😎
@rog86
Ай бұрын
Is there a noticeable transformer hum on your 390? Cheers
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@rog86 no, not on the sample I have 😊
@andreasmoller9798
Ай бұрын
@@rog86no its vary quiet.
@chrisvand2678
Ай бұрын
Thanks for this review, Tarun. You do a damn good job, Sir. Best Regards from Denmark.
@abritishaudiophile7314
28 күн бұрын
Thank you kindly 👍
@vpmm1832
6 күн бұрын
Thanks and enjoying all your reviews - Any chance in reviewing the Hegel H190V amplifier- Best wishes & Regards
@abritishaudiophile7314
3 күн бұрын
@@vpmm1832 thank you. I believe they made some internal tweaks to the V model. It is not just an added phonostage. I may get it in at some point depending on how significant the changes are 😊
@petergraves3086
Ай бұрын
Another aspect of internal stages is that they can date rapidly particularly DACs and streamers which seem to be developing at a pace but much less so with dusc stages. A separate DAC which has fallen behind can be replaced which is not possible with a DAC contained in pre-amp for example .
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
True 😉
@legendary82
Ай бұрын
another fantastic review!
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@legendary82 thank our kindly 😊👍
@JohnZolla-bp7tl
20 күн бұрын
As far as upgrades go, I'm pretty much set. Several preamps, a couple of DACs and virtually every type and topology of amplifier available. But.........I can't seem to stem the urge to get another set of speakers, even though I have all the bases covered there as well. The Mofi 888 and the Pearl Acoustics Sibelius continue to call out to me. So far I have resisted. 😎
@abritishaudiophile7314
18 күн бұрын
@@JohnZolla-bp7tl thank you for sharing John 😊
@moothacow
Ай бұрын
I'm a bit surprised they've not added an hdmi port, after all it seems these days that nearly every other manufacturer is doing so. Off-topic question for you, where did you get that rocking cow?, he's brilliant! As always another great video.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@moothacow thank you. My wife found it on Portobello Road market 😊
@foldspacenavigator6011
Ай бұрын
Thank you for for another outstanding review. Those 75% of the time I listen through speakers, my hifi upgrade journey has led me to a new pair of focal headphones and the wiim ultra streamer; for a computer & gaming workstation and small TV room where I sometimes listen to music.
@abritishaudiophile7314
28 күн бұрын
Thank you kindly 😊👍
@ggdfggdfgdffgfddg34
Ай бұрын
I'm waiting for the Rotel A 11 Tribute to be reviewed by you!
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@ggdfggdfgdffgfddg34 I appreciate the suggestion 😊
@Desmodronicus
Ай бұрын
Does seem like separating the left right channels to monoblocks makes all the difference, be good to see if you can review more like this , and compare to your exposure , which sounds like is a winner , even after all these years 😊
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@Desmodronicus thank you. It is all about implication. The biggest surprise to me was how relatively minor changes to the power supply and preamp circuits elevated the sound quality over the old H390 😊
@Desmodronicus
Ай бұрын
Interesting i wonder if the power supply changes were not made if the new separate left right monoblock design would have been so much better ? …and it goes on , which is what makes this a great hobby …..just a question is your old set up used monoblocs to bi wireable speakers so left and right to one monobloc treble and the other to base ?
@Desmodronicus
Ай бұрын
Mm sorry i guess this would need 4 monblocs
@yvesboutin5604
Ай бұрын
Hi! I think everybody have their favorite brand because of performance, price and reliability. I am an ARCAM fan for these reasons even if other brands sing their siren song. In the past I had some trouble with some components, so reliability was certainly an issue. Great video! Thanks a lot!
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thank you. Much appreciated 😊👍
@willmac5642
Ай бұрын
Great review. High quality Integrated systems /amplifiere are pretty much on a par with similarly priced separates nowadays.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thank you 😊
@johncallaghan3097
Ай бұрын
IMHO, speakers count most followed by DACs and amps -- I'd never buy the Hegel at the price. Recently had a modest windfall and bought three things for a total of £1400 -- with a trade-in for the Revelas. The last two have yet to arrive but have been well reviewed by the guy (he's a fan of yours) at the Hifi zone channel, so fingers crossed: Pair Quad Revela 1 Cloned Musical Fidelity A1 power amp OCXO 10Mhz external clock for my Gustard DAC I'll use my Beresford TC220 switch box to connect both my existing XTZ edge A2-300 (and also my new A1) power amp, as well as to the Revela 1's and my DIY cloned pair of Decware ZF15M open baffles. I'll add a pair of Van Damme splitters to the preamp's output RCA to feed the DAC signal to the power amps and thence to both speakers. That'll allow four system combinations to select according to mood. So far, I've listened to the Revelas and my open baffles with the XTZ A2-300 and can hear the merits of both, though IMHO the latter get me more involved with their lush presentation and grander soundstage. Why 4 combinations? Because I can -- and it doesn't cost that much extra. Hopefully it increases the chances of an endgame solution for my main system. I want to get off the merry-go-round, and if I do for less than 1/4 the price of the Hegel, that'll be a win for me!
Sounds like a winner. I’d love to hear it up against my H360 and see what the difference is. Unfortunately, I am not in the $6000 market! Oh well
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thx for sharing 😊
@andrewarcher2773
Ай бұрын
Very helpful review - many thanks.
@lw2978
Ай бұрын
I think for many Uk households, this amp is going to be difficult to accommodate. It's the depth of the thing that is the issue. 44cm (17.3") is 4cm longer than my (what I already thought was a large) hi-fi rack. I'd have to pull out the rack a bit further from the wall and I don't even know if the Hegel's feet would sit properly on the shelf! The rack face would then be flush with the front of my floorstanding speakers. I wonder if the Naim Supernait 3 would compete with the sound quality of the H400 (if not on sheer grunt), as most of my listening is to 70's-90's rock music, or Funk/R+B. 'Guess I could look at the latest Exposure pre-power combo's for this sort of money? Great review btw Tarun!
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thank you. You are right. It is a big unit and barely fitted in the top shelf of my rack 😊
@aussie8114
Ай бұрын
Presumably they’re sticking with no balance or tone control, I didn’t even bother listening to Hegal for this reason. I got myself a E280 instead. Could not be happier. Damping factor of 500 is plenty fine for me. Have the option of getting a 4000 with double the power and a 800 damping factor in a few months when the next shipment comes in but I think I’m in love with this 280. By the way I think plenty of people actually use the onboard DAC in a amp if it’s good. No need to complicate life with all these Chinese DACs out there. It’s about enjoying the music. One can play around with a different DAC later on when you get the itch.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@aussie8114 thx for sharing your experiences 😊
@tiagoferreira522
12 күн бұрын
For that kind of money, if someone only needs a integrated amp, is better to buy a entry luxman or accuphase. But this for one box is excelent.
@abritishaudiophile7314
10 күн бұрын
@@tiagoferreira522 thx for sharing 😊
@peterboyk3082
Ай бұрын
In Australia the Hegel 400 is 1k AUD cheaper than the Michi. X5 S 2, but to my ears & eyes the Michi is on a whole different level to the Hegel. Better built and extremely musical as well. I would be interested Tarun, on your view of the Michi range from Rotel. Cheers😊
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thx. I hope to get to it at some point 😊
@andreasmoller9798
29 күн бұрын
I would take the Hegel over the rotel at any day.
@riccitone
Ай бұрын
For me, it’s power amp time. I do love separates, but seeing how good integrated amps have been getting relative to cost makes them intriguing again. This review is only adding to that itch. Nonetheless, separates can get into nuance that can be tailored to one’s system and room. I’ve got a Starkrimson duo amp on loan (amp tour) that is really amazing. But is also helping me realize just how tilted in the lows and highs my current amp has been by comparo. Very much look forward to your reviews, always learn so much 🙏🏼👍🏼
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thank you. Much appreciated 😊👍
@512bb
Ай бұрын
How right you are! I automatically scratch an amp with a built in DAC. As it may be a bit short sided, these are luxury products that you find reasons to justify laying out large sums of cash, weather perceived or real. Brand equity is a hugh motivator. The great companies invest a lot of money in the "got to have it factor"
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thx for sharing 😊
@GL-sz7bi
Ай бұрын
After testing out different combinations, I'm running an H390 with Dali Rubicon 6s. Wonderful soundstage and articulate mids. I must admit that I turn to a REL S/510 when trance music is on the menu.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Cool 😎
@supremeboy
29 күн бұрын
Been owning H190 for 3 years now. The H400 current price in EU is 7000 EUR. Thats more than twice i paid for H190. I also wish Dac was separate and not included but Hegel built their soundengine2 around dac. I think i will wait until some discount or black friday offers. 6k eur is my limit.
@abritishaudiophile7314
28 күн бұрын
@@supremeboy thx for sharing 😊
@DigitalPhilosophers
Ай бұрын
Since I have a great sounding system my room is always my biggest challenge.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@DigitalPhilosophers thx for sharing 😊
@VisionCarrierDreamCatcher
Ай бұрын
Another great review. I wish it didn't have a streamer & DAC.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thank you 👍
@peterallison5021
Ай бұрын
Tarun, a great review and it could not come at a better time, as am thinking about changing from my current PS Audio SGCD and M700 mono's to the H400 (because I have had a failure which is being fixed at the moment), it will drive my Amphion 7LS speakers via Audiomica speaker cable
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@peterallison5021 thank you. Hegel and Amphion is a great match 👍
@DavidGraeberWasRight
Ай бұрын
As soon as I heard you say "it has a built-in dac" there is no chance I would consider buying this, you're right
@goodboid
Ай бұрын
Why not just ignore the DAC? It doesn't take away from the rest of the system.
@nc3419
Ай бұрын
Its typically a really good dac. At least of you buy an external and it can't beat it, send it back.
@DavidGraeberWasRight
Ай бұрын
@@goodboid BCs im paying for something I already own
@DavidGraeberWasRight
Ай бұрын
@@nc3419 K...but when there's so much competition in this price range, why would I as a consumer even bother?
@silentone6411
Ай бұрын
a lot of people don't like separates , and as he says in the review the sounds quality is very good , it looks to be better than some of the competition at the price range so there's def a market for it, just not you obviously
@shane6326
28 күн бұрын
Tarun your presentation is top notch and your knowledge and insight is commendable! I grade the BA with an outstanding for width, depth, soundstage....the works! Way ahead of the rest of the pack. No rambling no fan boy stuff and the length of your videos though varying are always justified and worth the watch. Keep doing what you do Sir! 🍺🍺🍺
@abritishaudiophile7314
28 күн бұрын
@@shane6326 thank you Shane. That is very much appreciated 😊👍
@arjunroy4555
Ай бұрын
having owned several units I can suggest that Hegel integrated amps offer a lot of value, the H190 is a super sweet spot no brainer within it's intended market space, if you are seeking the highest quality of amplification available at any given Hegel price point look elsewhere
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing 😊
@KeithRichards-y6x
Ай бұрын
Great review as always. It's an appealing piece of equipment for people who want to keep things simple and still want quality sound. I could be interested if it included streaming access via wifi and native Qobuz, but without it, no.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thank you 😊
@kymvalleygardensdesign5350
Ай бұрын
This as you say seems to be a truly outstanding amp, but I would need a mortgage to pay for this model and all the partnering equipment and having just paid it off I am not in a hurry to take out a new one.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
@@kymvalleygardensdesign5350 yes, it is about £15-20k to put together a system at this level 😊
@mesterha
Ай бұрын
Informative review. I'm looking to replace a NAD C399, so the builtin DAC and streamer are welcomed. Also fits your previous rule of three times the price for an upgrade. A local dealer carries them. Maybe I can borrow a demo unit next year after the newness goes away.
@abritishaudiophile7314
Ай бұрын
Thank you 😊
@soumyajitdeb3943
Ай бұрын
What I am looking for next is a big 3 way ATC SCM 100 active loudspeaker. I can do away with having to worry about amp matching and also get full range sound which i would love to have in my room. I am also looking got a high end streamer that can feed my AMR DAC - something that works great with roon and has a clean USB output.
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