Hegel H400: The "Streamliner" for Your Speakers - Trade in

You want a system that feels alive and effortless, but most integrated amplifiers struggle to truly "grip" difficult speakers, leaving the bass sounding flabby and the midrange veiled. You're often forced to choose between a "musical" sound and a "detailed" one.

We chose the Hegel H400 because it refuses to compromise. It brings the reference-level DAC and streaming architecture of its $15,000 big brother (the H600) into a chassis that delivers 250W of pure, high-current power. It doesn't just play music; it commands your loudspeakers.

This unit is in mint condition.

Three Reasons It Wins

Vice-Like Speaker Control With a staggering damping factor of 4,000, the H400 has more "grip" than almost any integrated in its class. This means your woofers stop and start exactly when the signal tells them to, eliminating "boom" and revealing the true texture of a bass guitar or kick drum.

The "Quiet" Digital Stage By pulling the bit-perfect DAC and streaming platform directly from the flagship H600, Hegel has eliminated the "digital glare" common in streaming amps. The result is a background that is incredibly dark, allowing micro-details to pop with startling realism.

Total Streaming Freedom No more clunky third-party interfaces. With AirPlay2, Spotify Connect, Roon Ready, and Tidal Connect built-in, you can control your entire library from the apps you already love, all while maintaining a bit-perfect signal path.

The Audio Two Verdict

The H400 is for the listener who wants a "one-and-done" solution that can drive virtually any speaker on the market, from power-hungry Dynaudio's to demanding Magneplanars without the heat and complexity of separates.

"The H400 crafted [the music] with both massive scale and focus... its ability to handle complexity really grabbed the attention." — Hi-Fi News

Tech You Can Hear

Technical Highlights

• Power Output: 2 x 250 W into 8 Ω (Dual Mono)

• Minimum Load: Stable down to 2 Ω

• Damping Factor: Over 4000

• Digital Inputs: 1 BNC, 1 Coaxial, 3 Optical, 1 USB, 1 Ethernet

• Streaming: Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, Spotify Connect, AirPlay, Google Cast

• Weight: 44.1 lbs (20 kg)

Why Choose Audio Two

We design systems, not just a collections of components. As a verified dealer for Hegel, we understand that every piece of gear, from the source to the speakers, plays a specific role in the signal path. When you order from Audio Two, you aren't just buying a product; you are getting the guidance of a team that lives and breathes this gear every day.

Ready to hear the difference? Visit us at 5910 Malden Road, LaSalle, Ontario, or call 519.979.7101 to book a private audition.