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Hegel C54

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A multi-channel amplifier designed for sound performance

A multi-channel amplifier designed for sound performance... not priced like diamonds. And still tailored to your needs. Sound too good to be true? Well, it used to be, but not any longer. The Hegel C5 series: 3, 4 or 5 channel power amplifiers are rack-mountable, configurable, specified to your needs and will - most importantly - blow you away with their sound performance. Up to 5 channels of 150w/pc analog amplifier power, with enough Ooompf to boogie with almost any loudspeaker on the market. Meet the Hegel C5 series.


Tailored to Every Setup

Introducing the most versatile high-performance multi-channel amplifiers on the market - the Hegel C5-series. The C5 is available in 3 different versions, tailored to your needs. You can choose to have it as either a 3-channel, 4-channel or 5-channel configuration. Meaning you can build a 5.1 or Atmos theater using one or more C5's. Perhaps you want to bi-amp speakers or use active cross overs? You could also use it to power multiple speakers in a mastering studio, in a restaurant or in a home. In short, wherever you need high-performance sound with dynamics and ultra-low distortion.


Hegel Sound, Multiplied

As flexible as it is, the C5-series of amplifiers still maintains the full Hegel Sound. C5 uses the patented SoundEngine2 technology with its many benefits. One of them is the possibility to run low bias, meaning the high power class A/B amplifier do not run as warm as normal, allowing you to install it in a 19" rack. Another benefit of the SoundEngine2 is the very high damping factor (more than 2000). Higher damping factor means deep, deep bass and complete control of the bass drivers. It is one of the reasons people are talking about the dynamic Hegel sound. Yet the most important is its low distortion. Hegel's patented SoundEngine2 amplifiers work almost like a noise-canceling headphone. All distortion elements created within the amplifier circuits are dynamically canceled out, by being played back in a negative phase. So no matter how you choose to configure, the C5-Series will deliver a spectacular soundstage. Never hard or unpleasant. Always natural, smooth and with incredible dynamics.


Rack-Ready Design, Studio-Grade Build

Versatility stretches further than the number of audio channels and ways to use. The ability to switch phase individually for each channel or selecting between different gain settings for each channel makes it so much easier to integrate into a larger system. The trigger input and output (allows daisy chaining) means you can place it in a separate room and never worry about switching it on or off. The C55 is 3u tall, with massive rackmount ears that are an integrated part of the amplifier shell. When installed in a rack, we recommend 1u spacing on top and bottom. There are also adjustable and detachable rear mount ears. If you do not choose to install it in a rack, feet are supplied in the accessory box. Meaning, the C5-series can fit in any application.

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Specifications

Power output
4 x 150/300/600 W into 8/4/2 ohms @ 1kHz 1% THD, 100/120/230V AC
Minimum load
2 ohms
Analog Inputs
4 x balanced (XLR), 4 x unbalanced (RCA)
Control Inputs
1 x mini-jack 5-12 V trigger
Control Outputs
1 x mini-jack 11,9 V trigger out
Gain control
Switchable between 23 dB or 29 dB (individual)
Phase control
Switchable 1/180 (individual)
Frequency response
5 Hz - 100 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio
More than 100 dB
Crosstalk
Less than -100 dB
Distortion
Less than 0.01% @ 100W 8 Ohms 1 kHz
Intermodulation
Less than 0.01% (19 kHz + 20 kHz)
Damping factor
More than 2000 (main power output stage)
Net Weight
33 kg
Gross Weight
38,5 kg
Net Weight US
73 lbs
Gross Weight US
85 lbs
Dimensions note
For precise installation dimensions, refer to user manual
Dimensions
48,2 cm x 13,2 cm x 52 cm (BxHxD incl handles, ex feet)
Dimensions US
18.97 in x 5.2 in x 20.47 in (BxHxD incl handles, ex feet)
Special features
Balanced and unbalanced inputs, Trigger in/out, Modular design, Adjustable rear rack mount, Gain & Phase selectors
Balanced Line Output
Trigger Input
Trigger Output
Bridgeable

Manufacturer's Description — Hegel

A multi-channel amplifier designed for sound performance

A multi-channel amplifier designed for sound performance... not priced like diamonds. And still tailored to your needs. Sound too good to be true? Well, it used to be, but not any longer. The Hegel C5 series: 3, 4 or 5 channel power amplifiers are rack-mountable, configurable, specified to your needs and will - most importantly - blow you away with their sound performance. Up to 5 channels of 150w/pc analog amplifier power, with enough Ooompf to boogie with almost any loudspeaker on the market. Meet the Hegel C5 series.


Tailored to Every Setup

Introducing the most versatile high-performance multi-channel amplifiers on the market - the Hegel C5-series. The C5 is available in 3 different versions, tailored to your needs. You can choose to have it as either a 3-channel, 4-channel or 5-channel configuration. Meaning you can build a 5.1 or Atmos theater using one or more C5's. Perhaps you want to bi-amp speakers or use active cross overs? You could also use it to power multiple speakers in a mastering studio, in a restaurant or in a home. In short, wherever you need high-performance sound with dynamics and ultra-low distortion.


Hegel Sound, Multiplied

As flexible as it is, the C5-series of amplifiers still maintains the full Hegel Sound. C5 uses the patented SoundEngine2 technology with its many benefits. One of them is the possibility to run low bias, meaning the high power class A/B amplifier do not run as warm as normal, allowing you to install it in a 19" rack. Another benefit of the SoundEngine2 is the very high damping factor (more than 2000). Higher damping factor means deep, deep bass and complete control of the bass drivers. It is one of the reasons people are talking about the dynamic Hegel sound. Yet the most important is its low distortion. Hegel's patented SoundEngine2 amplifiers work almost like a noise-canceling headphone. All distortion elements created within the amplifier circuits are dynamically canceled out, by being played back in a negative phase. So no matter how you choose to configure, the C5-Series will deliver a spectacular soundstage. Never hard or unpleasant. Always natural, smooth and with incredible dynamics.


Rack-Ready Design, Studio-Grade Build

Versatility stretches further than the number of audio channels and ways to use. The ability to switch phase individually for each channel or selecting between different gain settings for each channel makes it so much easier to integrate into a larger system. The trigger input and output (allows daisy chaining) means you can place it in a separate room and never worry about switching it on or off. The C55 is 3u tall, with massive rackmount ears that are an integrated part of the amplifier shell. When installed in a rack, we recommend 1u spacing on top and bottom. There are also adjustable and detachable rear mount ears. If you do not choose to install it in a rack, feet are supplied in the accessory box. Meaning, the C5-series can fit in any application.

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  • Aalen Hifi — in-store — Schwäbisch Gmünd, Baden-Wurtemberg, Germany (website)
  • Accessories 4 less — online and in-store — Apopka, Florida, United States (website)
  • Ajasom — online and in-store — Amadora, Lisboa, Portugal (website)
  • All Elite Audio — online and in-store — Perry Hall, Maryland, United States (website)
  • Alpha High End — online and in-store — Brasschaat, Vlaams Gewest, Belgium (website)
  • Altitudo Audio — online and in-store — Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada (website)
  • Anagram Audio — online and in-store — Bury St Edmunds, England, United Kingdom (website)
  • Analogue Seduction — online and in-store — Whittlesey, England, United Kingdom (website)
  • Area Hifi — online and in-store — L'Eixample, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain (website)
  • Aris Audio — in-store — Salt Lake City, Utah, United States (website)

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