The H20 is a stereo power amplifier by Hegel that delivers More than 200 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms in a dual mono configuration, rated at 1 kHz and 1% THD. It is a 2-channel design using a Class A/B output stage. Speakers connect via binding posts. The Hegel H20 has an MSRP of $7,200.
There are 2 Hegel amplifiers in our database. Below you can see the main specs of these amps.
Hegel Power Amplifier Series
Performance Specs
One of the most important factors when deciding on an integrated amplifier is its power ratings and compatibility with your speaker's impedance requirements. The Hegel H20 is rated at 200 watts RMS into 8-ohms. Hegel provides this wattage at a THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) of 0.006% which is an important indicator of distortion at the given values (lower THD is better).
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 200 watts into 8-ohms (20 Hz-20 kHz) at 0.006%
- 100dB Signal to Noise Ratio
How loud will 200 watts actually play in your room? →
Which speakers suit the Hegel H20?
200 W into 8 ohms.
We rank every passive speaker we cover against it on power, impedance safety and current
delivery.
Need more power?
Hegel H20 is rated at 200 watts into 8 ohms, which puts it in our Over 180 watts band. That is the top band we cover, so there is no step up from here - if it is not enough, the answer is more sensitive speakers or a smaller room, not more watts.
When pairing the Hegel H20 with a passive Bookshelf (Stand mount) or Passive Floor Standing (Tower) speaker, you have to check if their Max Power Range is below the max wattage of the amp for the given impedance levels.
Operating your amp outside of this max range may damage the speakers.
What size of room is the Hegel H20 Amplifier good for?
An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the Hegel H20 amplifier. Here, taking into account its maximum power parameters, we analyzed its applicability to various size environments:
| Listening Environment |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Are you nuts? |
| Small Room | Bad |
| Mid-size Room | Poor |
| Large Room | Good |
| Very Large Room | Good |
Inputs and Outputs
Besides the performance specs of the Hegel H20, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
Hegel H20 has total of 2 Analog inputs .
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
Outputs
- Speaker Outputs (A/B switchable)
Bluetooth Connectivity
Hegel H20 doesn't have bluetooth connectivity feature. In order to stream your music via bluetooth, the easiest way is to connect an external bluetooth receiver to your Hegel H20. Two bluetooth receivers that we recommend are the
iFi Zen Blue V2 and the
Audioengine B1.
Among the amps in the same price range, these are the 5 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:
Phono Input
Hegel H20 doesn't have a phono input so in order to play your vinyl albums, Hegel H20 has to be paired with a Phono Preamp that is MM (Moving Magnet) or/and MC (Moving COil) depending on your cartridge type.
Balanced connections
Hegel H20 has a balanced XLR input. A balanced cable carries the signal twice, on two conductors of opposite polarity. Interference picked up along the way lands on both equally and cancels when the two are recombined at the far end, so the longer the cable run and the noisier the surroundings, the more the connection is worth. Whether a balanced connection also yields more power depends on how the amplifier is built inside - some are balanced end to end, others convert to single-ended internally and deliver the same power either way, so it is worth reading the maker's own wording rather than assuming.
Hegel H20 Pros and Cons
Drawn from the published figures on this page, not from listening.
- ✓200 watts per channel into 8 ohms is more than most rooms and most speakers will ever ask for.
- ✓Damping factor of 1,000 means a low output impedance and firm control over a woofer.
- ✓Dual-mono construction, with the two channels kept separate through the power supply.
- ✓Signal-to-noise ratio of 100dB, so the amplifier itself should be inaudible between tracks.
- ✓Distortion is specified at 0.006%, an order of magnitude below what is generally held to be audible.
- ✓A and B speaker terminals, for a second pair or for bi-wiring.
- ✓Balanced XLR inputs, worth having on a long cable run.
- ✗A power amplifier has no volume control and no input selection - it needs a preamplifier, or a source with a variable output, in front of it.
Hegel H20 External Dimensions and Weight
Hegel H20 has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 5-11/16 x 16-15/16 x 14-9/16 inch (145 x 430 x 370 mm ). The unit weighs
18.01 kg (39.7 lbs).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of an integrated amplifier may become an important decision factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of the Hegel H20 is approximately 1591.0cm2 / 246.6inch2.
- Width: 430.0mm (16-15/16")
- Height: 145.0mm (5-11/16")
- Depth: 370.0mm (14-9/16")
- Weight: 18.01 kg (39.7 lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~1591.0cm2 / 246.6inch2
- Volume: ~23.1 liter / 6.1 gallon
Available colors
Hegel H20 is available in Black color options.
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Hegel H20 Integrated Amplifier can be found below:
Official Product Page for Hegel H20
| General |
| Brand |
Hegel |
| Full Model Name |
Hegel H20 |
| Amplifier Type |
Power Amplifier |
| Number of Channels |
2 |
| Amp Class |
Class A/B |
| Amplifier Technology |
Solid State |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
200 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
N/A |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
20 Hz-20 kHz |
| Damping Factor |
1000 |
| THD |
0.006% |
| Minimum Impedance |
|
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
100 dB |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
No |
| Bluetooth |
No |
| WiFi |
No |
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
2 |
| Phono Input |
No |
| Headphone Output |
No |
| Removable Power Cord |
|
| Speaker Connectors |
Binding posts |
| Speaker Outputs |
2 |
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
145.0mm (5-11/16") |
| Width |
430.0mm (16-15/16") |
| Depth |
370.0mm (14-9/16") |
| Weight |
18.01 kg (39.7 lbs) |
| Available Colors |
Black |
| OTHER |
| Parts Warranty |
|
| Labor Warranty |
|
How much power does the Hegel H20 have?
The Hegel H20 delivers More than 200 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms in a dual mono configuration, rated at 1 kHz and 1% THD.
Does the Hegel H20 use vacuum tubes?
No. The Hegel H20 is a solid-state amplifier - there are no vacuum tubes in it.
What amplifier class is the Hegel H20?
The Hegel H20 uses a Class A/B amplifier design. Class A/B is the traditional linear design: it runs warmer and is less efficient than Class D, but it is long valued for its natural, low-distortion sound.
Does the Hegel H20 have a built-in DAC?
No. The Hegel H20 has no built-in DAC, so a digital source such as a streamer or CD transport needs its own converter, or you connect it over analogue.
Can I connect a turntable to the Hegel H20?
No. The Hegel H20 has no phono input, so a turntable needs an external phono preamp (or a deck with one built in) before it can be connected.
Does the Hegel H20 have Bluetooth?
No. The Hegel H20 does not have Bluetooth built in; you would need an external Bluetooth receiver connected to one of its inputs.
Does the Hegel H20 have a headphone output?
No. The Hegel H20 does not have a headphone output, so headphone listening needs a separate headphone amplifier.
How much does the Hegel H20 cost?
The Hegel H20 has a manufacturer's list price (MSRP) of $7,200.
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