$5,000.00

Integrated Amplifier

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Product Description

In a world full of options for downloading music, sound formats, compression methods, and streaming services, putting on some music can feel overwhelming. What should be easy and enjoyable, suddenly becomes complex and stressful. Playing a CD on the Viking is not. It is only joy. Viking is a true native 16/44.1 CD player developed from the ground up for optimal performance on standard (Redbook) CDs. It is designed to deliver the most faithful sound reproduction possible by optimizing its components to deliver a high-quality output that is true to the original recording.

We have called our CD player Viking because, much like our ancient Norse forefathers, we are improving on existing technology. When the Viking era began, boats had been around for thousands of years. What the Vikings did was perfect the design. Their longboats could not only sail near the coasts but also traverse the open oceans. The improvements they made took the Vikings to new shores and even new continents. The CD technology might be old, but we believe that when perfected, it is still the best digital medium available.

At first glance Viking might seem simple, but with simplicity comes excellence. Because Viking is focused solely on playing Redbook CDs it can reach unprecedented levels of fidelity. By doing only one thing there are no trade-offs. Viking consists only of high-quality components designed specifically for the task, and that makes this CD player sound truly astounding.

Viking uses a dedicated laser and CD drive to ensure optimal reading of the data. It is also equipped with a state-of-the-art DAC that delivers high-quality digital-to-analog conversion with minimal distortion, making it possible to hear all the nuances and subtleties in the music. The Viking does not upsample or tamper with the signal in any way. Because by leaving the signal as it is on the disc, the already excellent DAC is optimized to perform at its absolute best.

The drive and the DAC are directly controlled by our unique Master clock system, ensuring perfect timing between the two. Using a quartz crystal with very low phase noise and our patented SoundEngine technology, the Hegel-designed discrete clock in the Viking reduces jitter to an absolute minimum. The Viking CD player also features an OLED display that is specifically selected for its low noise, resulting in a clearer and more detailed sound. The analog stage in Viking is developed specifically for this model. It incorporates both our analog low pass filter and Line Driver technology, ensuring fully balanced and noise-free handling of the signal all the way to your amplifier.

One of the most notable features of the Viking CD player is its cabinet design. The sleek design of Viking matches the P30A and H30A for a modern and cohesive look. But the design choices are not only aesthetical. A very reliable slot in drive and a well-engineered and solid build means this player will last for years and years. The Viking CD player has one pair of balanced XLR outputs, one pair of unbalanced RCA outputs, and one BNC digital true 75 Ohm output, making it easy to operate and integrate into any audio system. The player also has an auto-standby feature for greater convenience, and it comes with Hegel’s solid aluminum RC8 remote that can also control all other Hegel products.

Hegel Viking

The Hegel Viking is a top-of-the-line CD player designed to deliver the most faithful sound reproduction possible. With its mechanical design, advanced digital technology, our unique Master clock system, and superb analog stage, Viking is a must-have for any audiophile who wants to experience music in its purest form. Viking is a peak-performance machine. It is designed to do one thing and one thing only: To capture every single aspect of the music you are listening to. Hegel Viking is the best CD player we have ever made.

Supported Discs: 12 cm Redbook CDs
Line Level Output: 1 unbalanced fixed (RCA) 1 balanced fixed (XLR)
Output Voltage Analog: 2,5V RMS
Digital Output: 1 BNC true 75 Ohm
Frequency Response: 0Hz-22 kHz
Distortion: Less than 0.0015%
Finish: Black
Dimensions/weight: 9,9 cm x 43 cm x 30,5 cm (HxWxD), 7,3 kg
Dimensions/weight US: 3,54″ x 17″ x 12″ (HxWxD), 16,1 lbs

Brand

Hegel

Established at the Technical University in Trondheim, Norway, in 1988, Hegel Music Systems is a revolutionary in the audio industry. Unlike other audio manufacturers, Hegel is as committed to developing new technology as it is in producing new products. It’s recognized worldwide as one of the leading brands in the hi-fi market, particularly for its award-winning integrated, pre, and power amplifiers.

Virtually all Hegel innovation began with the goal of reducing distortion, then fighting the common results of those efforts like dampened sound. Eventually those efforts resulted in the SoundEngine Technology behind most of their products. Enjoy the best in sound with their power amplifiers, pre-amplifiers, integrated amplifiers, CD players and C/A converters. Dealers in over 54 countries, along with the many product awards, attest to the quality of their products.

Chosen as the winner of the 2013 Golden Hear by the Absolute Sound, the Hegel H300 has since inspired two successors: the H390 and H190. The H390 integrated amplifier delivers reference-quality sound at an affordable price. It includes patented SoundEngine technology that works similar to noise canceling headphones to eliminate distortion and errors. The H190 is optimized for streaming music through DLNA streaming capabilities, a DAC converter, and enough power to fill any speaker on the market.

As a nationally recognized leader in the field of high-end audio and home theater, Overture is a proud dealer of Hegel Music Systems, selling customers the best music streamers from Hegel Music Systems in Sales Tax Free Delaware. Interested in purchasing a new Hegel Music Systems streamer? You can trade-in any component towards a Hegel component by filling Overture's Trade-In Form.