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Hegel Music Systems D50 DAC

Finn de Kroon by Finn de Kroon
February 22, 2025
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The Hegel Music Systems D50 stands out for its understated, minimalist black design that exudes elegance without unnecessary embellishments. Much like a raven, which may appear plain yet embodies mastery in its craft, the D50 is a Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) that excels in delivering digital audio with remarkable precision. Beneath its sleek exterior lies a device that can decode and present sound in a way that is both breathtaking and immersive. With the D50, listeners can experience a soundstage that feels expansive, as if soaring above the music, revealing intricate details with stunning clarity. Whether you’re drawn to the smallest nuances or prefer to be enveloped by the music, the D50 offers an unparalleled listening experience.

Expertise Built Over Two Decades

Hegel has been honing its expertise in DAC design for more than two decades, and the D50 is a testament to this journey. At its core, the D50 features the latest model DAC chip, a sophisticated tool with immense potential. Much like the raven, which can use tools with precision, the D50 showcases its brilliance through meticulous circuit design and layout, transforming the DAC chip from a mere component into a masterful musical instrument. Every aspect of its design has been crafted to unlock extraordinary sound reproduction, elevating the listening experience to new heights.

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Ensuring Purity of Sound

The D50 employs extraordinary measures to ensure the purity of its sound reproduction. Its power management system is designed to eliminate noise and deliver clean energy to every component. Advanced filters on the power input effectively reduce noise from the mains, and when connected to a grounded outlet, this filtering can enhance the performance of other equipment on the same circuit. Additionally, the D50 utilizes two low-noise toroidal transformers, one dedicated to noisier digital processes and standby functionality, while the other focuses on sensitive analog and digital components. Shielded by thick steel and strategically distanced from delicate electronics, these transformers ensure that the D50 operates with the purest power, allowing its performance to truly shine.

Precision in Circuit Board Design

At Hegel, meticulous attention to detail is paramount in circuit board design. The D50 exemplifies this commitment, featuring rounded corners in its routing to minimize impedance drops and reduce radiation. However, the real innovation lies in the D50’s processing of incoming digital signals before their conversion to analog. The AES/EBU input incorporates a unique RS422 receiver balanced by a transformer, enabling flawless handling of both weak and strong signals, free from jitter and time delays.

For SPDIF-based inputs, signals are managed through a custom-designed card that unpacks I2S data. Acknowledging the inherent noise and timing errors in this process, the D50 addresses these challenges with remarkable precision. It employs three dedicated master clocks for reclocking decoded signals: one for SPDIF signals and separate clocks for 48k and 44.1k USB sample rates. These clocks are strategically placed to minimize noise, ensuring that the DAC chip receives perfectly timed signals for the most accurate digital-to-analog conversion. The DAC chip itself is elevated on a separate board, reducing noise and interference while maintaining unobstructed signal paths, resulting in an unaltered and breathtakingly accurate translation from digital to analog.

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A Solid and Purposeful Construction

The D50 is constructed with a focus on both durability and performance. Its aluminum housing enhances both the aesthetic and sonic attributes of the device. Premium connectors ensure reliable performance, while aluminum feet with rubber soles provide stability. The thick, milled aluminum front plate conceals the buttons for an unbroken, elegant facade, complemented by a bright, easy-to-read display that provides essential information without distracting from the music.

Despite its high-performance capabilities, the D50 is user-friendly. Its advanced input sensing can detect digital signals and wake the device automatically. Users can customize its response to new signals, whether to switch inputs or simply power on, while features like automatic standby help save energy when music is not playing. The display dimming option keeps the focus where it belongs—on the music—making the D50 a seamless addition to any audio system.

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Versatile Connectivity for Any Audio Environment

The D50 offers a comprehensive range of connections, including USB, optical, coaxial RCA, coaxial BNC, and AES/EBU inputs. On the output side, it features true balanced analog and single-ended RCA connections, providing flexibility for any audio setup. This versatility makes the D50 an ideal fit for various audio environments.

Inspired by Mythology: Precision and Clarity

Drawing inspiration from Norse mythology, where the ravens Hugin and Munin provided Odin with unparalleled insights, the D50 deciphers the complexities of digital audio with absolute precision. Its innovative design transforms raw data into music that is rich in detail, free from noise, and true to the original recording. The D50 ensures that no detail is added or lost, delivering the purest and most accurate reproduction of sound.

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Finn de Kroon

Finn de Kroon

I made short movies with my stuffed animals as a kid, since then I knew from a young age I wanted to be a videographer. My parents always said I had a great eye for video/photo, so I made my job out of it. Now I make professional corporate video's. I love to learn all about new gadgets and electronics that come to the market, that's why I write/edit for "Best Of High End".

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