If you think I was impressed with the Hegel H190v, you’ve got that right. It has a clarity, smoothness and dynamic quality that speaks to listeners familiar with live music and who like to actively listen.
Crafted with precision and minimalist elegance, the H190v is housed in a solid steel chassis featuring a thick aluminium front with aluminium knobs. Available in both black and white, the amplifier is designed to complement any interior aesthetic. However, underneath its minimalist exterior, the H190v is packed with advanced features. Under the hood, H190v packs a formidable punch. With 150W class AB power in 8 Ohms, a damping factor of 4000, and a large toroidal transformer paired with high-quality output transistors, this amplifier delivers power and precision in equal measure. A dedicated and improved power supply for the preamp and DAC section creates a pitch-black background ensuring that the focus remains on the music, where every nuance is delivered with precision and control. H190v offers a taste of high-end sophistication at a sensible price point.
By incorporating a state-of-the-art phono preamplifier into H190v, users can connect turntables with MM cartridges directly to the amplifier. The phono input is a scaled-down version of our highly acclaimed V10 phono preamplifier, delivering a detailed, expansive, and powerful sound that breathes new life into any vinyl collection. For those who appreciate a personal listening experience, H190v boasts a 6.3mm headphone output with a high-quality dedicated headphone amplifier. Capable of driving even the most demanding headphones, this feature ensures that every nuance of your music is faithfully reproduced. The inclusion of a comprehensive list of streaming options further enhances the amplifier's versatility. With support for AirPlay, Spotify Connect, Roon Ready, and DLNA/UPnP, H190v transforms your space into a hub for seamless music playback.
Power output: 2*150W in 8 ohms @ 1kHz 1% THD, 100/120/230V AC
Minimum load: 2 ohms
Analog inputs: 1*Balanced (XLR), 2*Unbalanced (RCA)
Phono input: 1*Unbalanced (RCA) for Moving Magnet (MM)
Digital inputs: 1*Coaxial S/PDIF, 24/192, 3*Optical S/PDIF, 24/96, 1*USB, 24/96, 1*Network, 24/192
Line level outputs: 1*Unbalanced fixed (RCA), 1*Unbalanced variable (RCA)
Streaming: AirPlay, Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, UPnP
Streaming formats: MP3, WAV, FLAC, ALAC, AAC, PCM, Ogg
Frequency response: 5Hz-100kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 100dB
Crosstalk: Less than -100dB
Distortion: Less than 0.01% @ 50W 8 Ohms 1kHz
Intermodulation: Less than 0.01% (19kHz + 20kHz)
Damping factor: More than 4000 (main output stage)
Power use in standby: <0,5W
Dimensions/weight: 12 x 43 x 41cm (HxWxD), 14,2kg
Dimensions/weight US: 7,72 x 16,93 x 16,15" (HxWxD), 31,3 lbs
If you think I was impressed with the Hegel H190v, you’ve got that right. It has a clarity, smoothness and dynamic quality that speaks to listeners familiar with live music and who like to actively listen. It offers impressive value as well; in fact, I’d go so far as to say this is the benchmark electronics package beyond which you have to spend substantially for small, though possibly valuable, gains.