C54 vs C55
The C55 matches the C54 on power @ 8ω (150W), power @ 4ω (300W), signal-to-noise (100 dB), and damping factor (>1000).
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The Hegel C54 is a versatile 4-channel power amplifier from the C5 series, designed for high-performance multi-channel audio systems such as 5.1 or Atmos theaters. It provides up to 4 channels of 150W per channel analog amplification with Hegel's patented SoundEngine2 technology, which reduces distortion through dynamic cancellation and enables low-bias Class A/B operation for cooler running and rack installation. Featuring balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs, individual gain and phase controls, trigger in/out, and modular rack-mount design, it delivers natural, smooth sound with exceptional dynamics, deep bass control via high damping factor, and compatibility with loads down to 2 ohms.
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The C55 matches the C54 on power @ 8ω (150W), power @ 4ω (300W), signal-to-noise (100 dB), and damping factor (>1000).
The C53 matches the C54 on power @ 8ω (150W), power @ 4ω (300W), signal-to-noise (100 dB), and damping factor (>1000).
The SA-200.2 ES's power @ 8ω is 200W against the C54's 150W, its power @ 4ω 350W against 300W, and its thd 0.050% against 0.010%. Both share signal-to-noise (100 dB).
The MC255's power @ 8ω is 250W against the C54's 150W, its power @ 4ω 200W against 300W, its signal-to-noise 108 dB against 100 dB, and its thd 0.005% against 0.010%.
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