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Manbient 10-21-2018 12:19 PM

Devialet or Hegel?
 
I'm looking to make a change to my system as space is becoming more of a premium. I currently use an Ayre setup (QB-9DSD, KX-5/20, VX-5/20) and I really do love the sound. No real complaints, so I'm not looking particularly to move up in quality, I just need to bring my system down to something more compact and would prefer not to just step down to the AX-5/20 to keep the same sound so it's time to experiment. I have been reading a lot about modern integrateds and near the top of my list is the new Hegel H590, and Devialet (not sure which model yet, but likely Expert 220 Pro).

Does anyone have experience listening to these two brands? What are some of the main differences in sound? If you've got experience with Ayre as well that would also be helpful to relate it to my current system. Budget is around $15k. Recommendations for other brands I should look to would be welcomed too!

My speakers currently are Bryston Middle T, but I've also been eyeing up a switch to Magico A3 if that changes the recommendation.

GSOphile 10-21-2018 12:39 PM

IMO you should also consider the Gryphon Diablo 300. (I use mine to drive Magico S3 Mk 2s.)

Manbient 10-21-2018 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by GSOphile (Post 936564)
IMO you should also consider the Gryphon Diablo 300. (I use mine to drive Magico S3 Mk 2s.)

I've seen this one mentioned a few times... added to my list, thanks! Any idea how the little brother (Diablo 120) compares? This one might be hard for me to audition...

GSOphile 10-21-2018 11:43 PM

Have not heard the 120. In this class, the Luxman L-509X would be where I'd look first.

GreginNH1 10-25-2018 06:29 PM

I’ve been on that merry go round. It will be very difficult to do better than the Diablo 300 at that price point.

Samac 10-26-2018 08:25 AM

Based on satisfied owner impressions, reviews and outstanding build quality inside and out the Gryphon Diablo would be at the top of my very short list within the budget stated. I'd like to give you impressions on the sound but I have not listened to one.

You might want to consider the Levinson 585 as well. I have listened to it and it is very good. It is also made to a high standard.

Cheers,

Scott

JemHadar 10-26-2018 10:11 AM

Devialet or Hegel?
 
A nice, elaborate review of the Hegel H590, with comparison to the Devialet around the 13 minute mark.

https://youtu.be/yq_4XJGRLEY

There are alternatives, be it in a higher price range. The Kii Three speakers are a different kind of integrated system, and adding the BXT module (at a later date) transforms it into a different speaker altogether.

The Analog Domain M75D is an excellent integrated, be it very limited in functionality, but the performance is out of this world.

bart 10-27-2018 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Jem666 (Post 937271)
A nice, elaborate review of the Hegel H590, with comparison to the Devialet around the 13 minute mark.

https://youtu.be/yq_4XJGRLEY

There are alternatives, be it in a higher price range. The Kii Three speakers are a different kind of integrated system, and adding the BXT module (at a later date) transforms it into a different speaker altogether.

The Analog Domain M75D is an excellent integrated, be it very limited in functionality, but the performance is out of this world.


Jacques, a nice review!
I've heard and read good things about this H590.
Time to give it a listen!

PierreB 10-27-2018 09:47 AM

How about the Simaudio Moon Evolution 700i.

Manbient 10-30-2018 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by PierreB (Post 937394)
How about the Simaudio Moon Evolution 700i.

It was almost 10 years ago now, but I made a switch from Ayre 5 series (K-5xe, V-5xe, C-5xe) to a Simaudio I7 and Supernova RS, and honestly felt like I had given up too much.

Funny, actually, that I seem to be repeating the past. I went back to Ayre and on the search for an integrated again!

Haven't heard the 700i, but at the time I wasn't as thrilled with the simaudio sound as I'd hoped.


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