Hegel H190v 150W Integrated Amplifier, V10 MM Phono, Roon Ready, Damping 4000

The Hegel H190v is the mid-range integrated amplifier in Hegel's current lineup, nicknamed More Music. It is an evolution of the H190, Hegel's best-selling amplifier of all time, with a dedicated phono stage added as its headline upgrade. At 150 watts per channel into 8 ohms with a damping factor above 4,000, it delivers twice the power and twice the speaker control of the H95 and H150 in a full-depth chassis designed for more demanding loudspeakers and larger rooms. ProHiFi is an authorised Hegel dealer in India.

The phono stage is a scaled-down version of the acclaimed Hegel V10 standalone phono preamplifier, not a minimal add-on circuit. Hegel's own description is that it delivers a detailed, expansive, and powerful sound that breathes new life into any vinyl collection. The power supply for the preamplifier and DAC section is independently dedicated, creating a pitch-black background where the focus remains entirely on the music.

Digital inputs include coaxial RCA, three Toslink optical, USB, and a network port. Streaming covers AirPlay, Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, and UPnP. One balanced XLR and two unbalanced RCA analogue inputs complement the phono input. Both a fixed-level and a variable line-level output are provided, and all inputs can be configured as fixed-level for home cinema or multi-room integration. IP control is supported for smart home systems including Control4, Crestron, and Savant.

LBTechreviews Norway concluded that with the H190v, Hegel has suddenly become the most interesting integrated amplifier for anyone who needs a good phono stage for an MM cartridge, while retaining all other qualities that made the original H190 one of the best buys in its class. The Absolute Sound, HiFi+, The Ear, and StereoLife have all reviewed it positively, confirming that the H190v is an accomplished and complete music system from a single component.

Key Features

• 150W x 2 into 8 ohm; stable to 2 ohm minimum load
• SoundEngine2; damping factor greater than 4000
• MM phono stage derived from the Hegel V10 standalone preamplifier
• 1 x balanced XLR and 2 x unbalanced RCA analogue inputs
• 1 x coaxial, 3 x Toslink optical, 1 x USB, 1 x network digital inputs
• 1 x fixed RCA and 1 x variable RCA line-level outputs
• AirPlay, Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, UPnP, JPLAY Certified
• IP control: Control4, Crestron, Savant compatible
• All inputs configurable as fixed-level for home cinema integration
• TV remote volume control; adjustable volume limit
• Headphone output (6.3mm front panel)
• 100/120/230V AC; 120 x 430 x 410mm; 14.2kg; Black and White
• LBTechreviews Recommended; HiFi+ Recommended; The Absolute Sound Reviewed; The Ear Recommended

Warranty:

1-year manufacturer's warranty

Why Consider the Hegel H190v

The H190v is the right choice for listeners who want the Hegel sound at 150 watts with a serious phono stage, not an afterthought. The V10-derived circuit treats vinyl as a primary source rather than a compliance feature, and the 4,000+ damping factor provides a level of bass control and dynamic authority that is meaningfully different from the H95 and H150 in real-world listening. LBTechreviews Norway called it the most interesting integrated amplifier for MM phono users seven years after the H190's debut, and the additions of IP control for smart homes, both fixed and variable outputs, and XLR balanced input make it a genuinely versatile centre for any serious system. For an Indian audiophile who listens to both vinyl and streaming and wants one amplifier that handles both at a high level, the H190v is a complete answer.

Ideal for

• Vinyl and streaming listeners wanting a V10-quality phono stage in an integrated amplifier
• Demanding speakers needing 150W of SoundEngine2 power with a 4000+ damping factor
• Smart home installations requiring IP control with Control4, Crestron, or Savant
• Home cinema integration using fixed-level inputs alongside a surround processor
• Systems requiring both fixed and variable line-level outputs simultaneously
• Headphone listeners wanting a high-quality front-panel headphone output

Technical Specifications