HEGEL H190V - LB Tech Review
The Hegel H190v is an advanced integrated amplifier designed for discerning music lovers seeking top-notch sound quality and modern functionality. Equipped with SoundEngine 2 technology, it effectively reduces distortion, delivering precise, dynamic audio with exceptional clarity. With 150 W per channel at 8 ohms, it easily drives even demanding speakers while maintaining balance and detail.
The amplifier supports a wide range of connectivity options, including USB, optical, and coaxial inputs, as well as AirPlay and Spotify Connect for wireless music streaming. The addition of UPnP ensures seamless integration into home networks. Its sleek design, featuring a minimalist chassis and built-in display, blends effortlessly into any interior.
The Hegel H190v also offers adjustable volume settings for better integration into home theater systems, making it an ideal choice for audiophiles seeking premium quality and versatility.
Conclusion
With a turntable input, an already excellent amplifier has become even more attractive. Hegel has clearly not succumbed to the temptation to hastily put together a random MM circuit for the H190V. Fortunately, they have chosen their own, as we know from the Hegel V10. With this, the H190V has suddenly become the most interesting integrated amplifier for anyone who needs a good phono stage for an MM pickup. All the other qualities have been retained, and with streaming, analogue and digital inputs, the Hegel H190V is still one of the best buys in its class. Seven years after its debut.
- Lasse Svendsen, LB Tech Reviews