Hegel P20 Pre-Amplifier
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Product Summary
The Hegel P20 is a high-quality analogue preamplifier designed for listeners who want the openness, control and refinement of a dedicated separates system without moving all the way to Hegel’s flagship models. As the entry point into Hegel’s Reference line, it is built to give source components and power amplifiers a cleaner, more transparent platform to perform at their best.
Hegel designed the P20 using ideas developed from its larger stablemates, with a strong focus on low noise, precise control and natural musical flow. The result is a preamplifier that sounds clean, spacious and composed, helping reveal more detail, timing and texture from good recordings without making the presentation feel forced or clinical.
With balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs and outputs, home theatre integration and an included RC8 remote, the P20 is easy to integrate into a wide range of serious hi-fi systems. It is an excellent choice for anyone building a premium separates system and wanting a dedicated preamp that offers genuine performance gains over most integrated solutions.
Key Benefits
- Dedicated analogue preamplifier designed to get more performance from a serious separates system
- Entry point into Hegel’s Reference line for listeners wanting a cleaner upgrade path beyond integrated amplifiers
- Balanced XLR and RCA inputs and outputs make matching with different sources and power amplifiers straightforward
- Low-noise design helps preserve musical detail, space and natural tonal balance
- Home theatre input makes it easier to combine music and cinema systems
- Included RC8 remote gives simple day-to-day control of volume, source selection and mute
- Strong option for listeners wanting more refinement and flexibility from a dedicated preamp
- Available in black or silver
- 2 Years’ Manufacturers Warranty
Technical Specifications
Preamplifier Design
- Product Type: Analogue preamplifier
- Product Range: Hegel Reference line
- Remote Control: Hegel RC8
- Colours: Black or Silver
Inputs & Outputs
- Inputs: 1 x balanced XLR, 4 x unbalanced RCA, Home Theatre input
- Outputs: 1 x balanced XLR, 1 x unbalanced RCA, 1 x RCA recording output
- Remote Control Functions: Volume, source and mute
Performance
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: More than 130 dB in balanced mode
- Crosstalk: Less than -100 dB
- Distortion: Less than 0.005%
- Intermodulation: Less than 0.01% (19 kHz + 20 kHz)
Convenience Features
- Home Theatre Integration: Yes
- Record Output: Yes
- Remote Control Included: Yes
Dimensions & Weight
- Dimensions (H × W × D): 80 x 430 x 300 mm
- Weight: 10 kg
What’s in the Box
- Hegel P20 preamplifier
- Hegel RC8 remote control
- Power cord
- User manual
