H160

About the H160

The Hegel H160 is a stereo integrated amplifier designed for audiophiles seeking high performance and versatility. It delivers 150 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 250 watts into 4 ohms, using class-AB amplifier circuits with discrete bipolar transistors and Hegel's patented SoundEngine technology for low distortion and dynamic bass. The amplifier includes a sophisticated preamp stage, a large power supply with six 10,000µF capacitors, and separate power supplies for voltage gain and current delivery stages (DualPower Technology). It supports a broad range of inputs: one balanced XLR analog input, one unbalanced RCA analog input, one home theatre bypass input, and six digital inputs including coaxial, three optical TosLink, USB, and Ethernet (LAN) with full UPnP/DLNA and AirPlay streaming capabilities. The H160 also features a front headphone output and variable and fixed line-level outputs. Its frequency response spans 5Hz to 100kHz, with total harmonic distortion below 0.005% at 50W into 8 ohms, a damping factor over 1000, and a signal-to-noise ratio exceeding 100dB. The amplifier is housed in a minimalist, sturdy chassis measuring 12cm x 43cm x 41cm and weighing 19kg. It is praised for its natural rhythm, tonal balance, and ability to integrate digital and analog sources seamlessly, making it suitable for both traditional and modern digital audio setups. The H160 is no longer in production but remains a respected model for its sound quality and advanced features.