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Description Freakuence!<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
Nice preamplifier! Very fast and correct. Gives a lot of depth, also makes speakers loosen up. We see the preamplifier (in a general sense) disappearing more and more from sets, which is a pity. Dac’s with volume control are very nice, but a preamp pretty much always gets more out of it. Stop by for the test! <\/span><\/div>\n
Retail price: 3295.00<\/span><\/div>\n
General description<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
The Hegel P20 is a high-quality preamplifier that plays a crucial role in optimizing the soundstage of your audio system. With its advanced technologies, the P20 provides a natural and open sound reproduction, with dynamics and detail preservation at its core. This results in an immersive listening experience in which every musical element comes into its own. <\/p>\n

Thanks to the use of innovative components, such as Silicon Germanium transistors, the Hegel P20 minimizes noise and distortion. As a result, the stereo image remains clear and accurate, contributing to authentic music reproduction. The preamplifier is equipped with both balanced and unbalanced inputs and outputs, making it easy to integrate into various audio systems. <\/p>\n

Want to experience the performance of the Hegel P20 for yourself? Schedule a listening session in our listening room to discover its impact on your sound reproduction. Contact us to discuss the possibilities. <\/span><\/div>\n

Background information<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
The Hegel P20 is a high-end preamplifier that offers Hegel’s signature sound. Designed under the direction of engineer Bent Holter, the P20 uses high-quality materials and components. The internal wiring is optimized for minimal noise and maximum signal integrity. The cabinet is made of sturdy aluminum for an elegant and durable finish. Hegel emphasizes a pure and transparent sound by using technologies such as SoundEngine2, which minimizes distortion and optimizes dynamics. Production takes place mainly in Norway, which contributes to quality control and precision. <\/span><\/div>\n
Brand history<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
Hegel was founded in Norway in the late 1980s by Bent Holter. In his graduate project at Trondheim University of Technology, he developed a solution for reducing distortion in transistor amplifiers. This led to the technology that later became known as SoundEngine. In 1988, the name Hegel was first used for an amplifier. The company released several CD players and amplifiers in the 1990s. In 1996, the first fully balanced amplifier was introduced. Around 2004, the brand began developing DA converters. Later products featured networking capabilities to support digital music playback. Hegel exclusively markets its own electronics, developing both the circuit design and the necessary software itself. The company conducts international distribution of its products from Norway. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Description Freakuence! Nice preamplifier! Very fast and correct. Gives a lot of depth, also makes speakers loosen up. We see the preamplifier (in a general sense) disappearing more and more from sets, which is a pity. Dac’s with volume control are very nice, but a preamp pretty much always gets more out of it. 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