- Does the Hegel C55 have a built-in DAC?
- No. It is a pure power amplifier, so you need a preamp or AV processor with a DAC to feed it.
- How much power does the C55 deliver?
- Hegel rates it at 150 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 250 watts into 4 ohms, across five channels.
- Can I use the C55 with an AV receiver?
- Yes, if the receiver has preamp outputs. You connect those outputs to the C55 and let it drive the speakers.
- What inputs does the C55 have?
- It offers balanced XLR and single-ended RCA inputs for each channel.
- Is the C55 bridgeable or multi-zone?
- No. It is a fixed five-channel amp with no bridging or zone switching.
- Does the C55 come with a remote?
- No. There is no remote control and no trigger input, so it is switched on at the unit.
- Where is the Hegel C55 cheapest?
- At Best Buy, for $10,000.00, as of our latest check.