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So I just bought a Hegel H390 and

I am building a new system and I just bought a H-390.  It should arrive by the end of the week.  I want to get new to me speakers to go with it. So if you’ve have or have had a Hegel H-390 or a H-590,  what speakers under $10.000 sounded the best.  And I guess I should probably get some wires also.  Nothing crazy, but not zip cord.

Thanks.

JD
curiousjim
abg2018
4 posts
 
Good for you!  I had the H190 which is really a fine sounding piece on its own,  I wanted to get a little more oomph, so I went for the 390  which I received about 2 weeks ago, and it's a piece of magic, for sure.  I'm driving the LS50 Metas for now.  I have other speakers, but I'm more familiar with the KEF, so I'm getting to know the amp.  Can't wait til it's broken in.  It has a sound and dimension like I've never heard from anything I've ever owned before. The last Integrated I had was the Yamaha 2100 which is really a nice piece of electronics, but this piece just smokes it.  I haven't messed with the network stuff yet, so nothing to report there. The 390 may be the last power piece I own. Even tho it was way out of my budget,  once I had the 190, I knew I was on the right track.  Have fun with your new toy!  It's heavy, so watch your back.  Anyway, that's what Wives are for!
iconicaudio
35 posts
 
I have the Hegel 390 a pair of Legacy Focus
and a pair of M3 Sapphires on order. Did you see the review on YouTube Ron at newrecordday on the Hegel 390 ? Might want to check out the full review.
sandthemall
544 posts
 
I'd get the Tannoy Arden...but that's me. What do I know?
rafevw
73 posts
 
I have listened to this Hegel amp at my local dealers, playing through many different speakers, and they all sounded great. Note: his listening room was purpose built and treated. I have heard Qln, Dynaudio, Dalis and Wilsons, and they all sounded great. You have a lot of work to do to find out what you like, but part of the joy is in the hunt! If you do not have a local audio store to help you, buy a used reputable brand of speaker that looks good to you and sell them if you don't like them! Good luck.
geof3
1,130 posts
 
Hegels and Wilsons play very well together. Being the Wilson sound overall is highly resolved, the Hegel amps bring two good things to a nice center. In your price realm The Watt Puppies would get you there, or a pair of Sabrinas. A little above budget, but can be found “used” right in the ballpark. I wouldn’t hesitate for a second with a 390/Sabrina combo.
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