Hegel H30A Power Amplifier
Best reference amplifier for audiophiles driving demanding, high-end speaker systems.
This is a relentless powerhouse that treats even the most demanding speakers like a conductor leading an orchestra. While its sheer physical scale and massive power reserves demand a dedicated space, it rewards the listener with an effortless, transparent authority that few amplifiers can ever hope to match.
$17000.00
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Who it's for
- Audiophiles driving demanding, power-hungry loudspeaker designs
- Listeners seeking absolute clarity and uncolored musical reproduction
- Serious collectors investing in long-term, reliable reference equipment
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers prioritizing value over flagship performance
- Apartment dwellers with limited space or weight-restricted furniture
- Minimalists wanting a simple, plug-and-play audio setup
Performance breakdown
Drive Authority
Effortlessly commands even the most demanding and inefficient speaker loads.
Dynamic Headroom
Massive power reserves ensure complex musical passages never feel compressed.
Impedance Stability
Maintains absolute composure even when pushed down to 1-ohm loads.
Sonic Transparency
Ultra-low distortion transistors deliver a pristine, uncolored window into the music.
Transient Response
The substantial capacitor bank provides lightning-fast speed for impactful audio transients.
Build Integrity
Dual toroidal transformers reflect a no-compromise approach to internal engineering.
Key Specs
Power Output
1100 W into 8 ohms
Minimum load impedance
1 ohm
Inputs
RCA unbalanced and XLR balanced
Speaker outputs
Gold plated terminals
Input impedance
Balanced 20 kohm, unbalanced 10 kohm
Signal to noise ratio
>100 dB
Distortion
<0.003% at 100 W in 8 ohm
Power supply
2000 VA dual mono
Weight
104.5 lbs
Dimensions
9.4 inches x 17 inches x 25.6 inches
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