The H600 is a Streaming Integrated Amplifier by Hegel that delivers 303 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms in a dual mono configuration, rated at 1 kHz and 1% THD. It was released in June 2023. It is a 2-channel design using a Class A/B output stage. Speakers connect via Binding Post. Thanks to its built-in Hegel bit-perfect DAC, 32-bit/384kHz over USB DAC, you can play digital sources directly without the need for an external DAC unit. Hegel H600 has an MSRP of 13800$.
There are 7 Hegel amplifiers in our database. Below you can see the main specs of these amps.
Hegel Integrated Amplifier Series
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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 H600 is rated at 303 watts RMS into 8-ohms. Hegel provides this wattage at a THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) of 0.005% which is an important indicator of distortion at the given values (lower THD is better).
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 303 watts into 8-ohms (5 Hz-100 kHz) at 0.005%
- 100dB Signal to Noise Ratio
How loud will 303 watts actually play in your room? →
Wiring more than one pair of speakers to it? Check the load first →
Which speakers suit the Hegel H600?
305 W into 8 ohms, rated down to 2 ohms.
We rank every passive speaker we cover against it on power, impedance safety and current
delivery.
When pairing the Hegel H600 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 H600 Amplifier good for?
An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the Hegel H600 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 H600, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
Hegel H600 has total of 4 Analog inputs .
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
- 3 Optical Digital Input
- 2 Coaxial Digital Input
- USB Input:
- USB-B audio input
- 32-bit/384kHz
Outputs
- Speaker Outputs
- One unbalanced fixed and one unbalanced variable RCA line out Preamp Outputs
Bluetooth Connectivity
Hegel H600 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 H600. 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 2 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:
Phono Input
Hegel H600 doesn't have a phono input so in order to play your vinyl albums, Hegel H600 has to be paired with a Phono Preamp that is MM (Moving Magnet) or/and MC (Moving COil) depending on your cartridge type.
Subwoofer Output
Hegel H600 has Stereo RCA preamp outputs which can be used to connect to a powered subwoofer via an RCA cable ( as long as your sub supports this connection).
Check our
Powered Subwoofers page to find a subwoofer that will work with Hegel H600 amp and your speakers.
DAC and Digital Music
The Hegel H600's built-in DAC allows the connection of digital sources directly, eliminating the need for an external DAC. The DAC chip that is used in the H600 is the
Hegel bit-perfect DAC, 32-bit/384kHz over USB, and supports resolutions up to
32-bit, 384KHZ.
Hegel H600 External Dimensions and Weight
Hegel H600 has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 6-3/4 x 16-15/16 x 17-1/2 inch (171 x 430 x 445 mm ). The unit weighs
22 kg (48.5 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 H600 is approximately 1913.5cm2 / 296.6inch2.
- Width: 430.0mm (16-15/16")
- Height: 171.0mm (6-3/4")
- Depth: 445.0mm (17-1/2")
- Weight: 22 kg (48.5 lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~1913.5cm2 / 296.6inch2
- Volume: ~32.7 liter / 8.6 gallon
Available colors
Hegel H600 is available in Black color options.
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Hegel H600 Integrated Amplifier can be found below:
Official Product Page for Hegel H600
| General |
| Brand |
Hegel |
| Full Model Name |
Hegel H600 |
| Release Date |
June 2023 |
| Amplifier Type |
Integrated Amplifier |
| Number of Channels |
2 |
| Amp Class |
Class A/B |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
303 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
N/A |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
5 Hz-100 kHz |
| THD |
0.005% |
| Minimum Impedance |
2 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
100 dB |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
Yes |
| DAC Specs |
Hegel bit-perfect DAC, 32-bit/384kHz over USB |
| Bluetooth |
No |
| WiFi |
No |
| Ecosystem |
| Apple AirPlay |
Yes |
| Apple AirPlay2 |
|
| DTS Play-Fi |
|
| Chromecast built-in |
Yes |
| Roon |
Roon Ready |
| HEOS |
|
| BluOS |
|
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
4 |
| Phono Input |
No |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
3 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
2 |
| USB Input |
Yes |
| USB Type |
USB-B audio input, 32-bit/384kHz |
| Preamp Outputs |
One unbalanced fixed and one unbalanced variable RCA line out |
| Headphone Output |
No |
| Removable Power Cord |
|
| Speaker Connectors |
Binding Post |
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
171.0mm (6-3/4") |
| Width |
430.0mm (16-15/16") |
| Depth |
445.0mm (17-1/2") |
| Weight |
22 kg (48.5 lbs) |
| Available Colors |
Black |
| OTHER |
| Screen |
Yes |
| Parts Warranty |
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| Labor Warranty |
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