Hegel RC8 Remote Control at Vinyl Sound Buffalo, NY

The RC8 is the premium remote control from Hegel Music Systems (Oslo, Norway), available at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, NY. Machined from solid anodized aluminum with the same bead-blasted surface finish found on Hegel's amplifiers and preamplifiers, the RC8 controls all Hegel products — including integrated amplifiers, preamplifiers, DACs, and CD players — from a single handset. It also provides computer playback controls for skipping tracks and play/pause when a computer is connected to a Hegel DAC or amplifier via USB or network. The RC8 is included as standard with the H120, H190, H390, H590, HD30, P20, and P30, and is available for separate purchase at Vinyl Sound.

Solid Aluminum Construction and Universal Hegel Compatibility

The RC8 is built to the same material standard as the Hegel components it controls. Its chassis is machined from a single billet of aluminum and finished with the same bead-blasted, anodized surface treatment found on Hegel's amplifier front panels, making it feel like a natural extension of any Hegel system rather than an afterthought accessory. The RC8 controls all current and legacy Hegel products — integrated amplifiers, preamplifiers, DACs, and digital sources — via standard infrared, providing volume adjustment, source selection, and muting from across the room. For users connecting a computer to a Hegel DAC or network streaming input, the RC8 also provides dedicated playback transport controls for skipping forward, skipping back, and play/pause directly from the remote.

Key Features

• Solid Anodized Aluminum Construction: Machined from a single block of aluminum with a bead-blasted, anodized finish matching Hegel's amplifiers and preamplifiers for a cohesive, premium feel in hand.
• Universal Hegel Compatibility: Controls all Hegel products including integrated amplifiers, preamplifiers, DACs, and CD players via infrared.
• Computer Playback Controls: Dedicated skip forward, skip back, and play/pause buttons for computers connected to a Hegel component via USB or network input.
• Standard with Key Models: Included as standard in the box with the H120, H190, H390, H590, HD30, P20, and P30; available separately for other Hegel system configurations.
• Compact and Ergonomic: A well-considered button layout provides all essential playback and system control functions without unnecessary complexity.

Compatibility

• Compatible with all current and legacy Hegel integrated amplifiers, preamplifiers, power amplifiers, and DACs
• Included as standard: H120, H190, H390, H590, HD30, P20, P30
• Available separately for use with any Hegel system component

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hegel RC8?

The Hegel RC8 is a solid anodized aluminum remote control from Hegel Music Systems of Oslo, Norway. It controls all Hegel products — integrated amplifiers, preamplifiers, DACs, and sources — and includes dedicated computer playback transport controls for skip and play/pause functions when a computer is connected via USB or network. The RC8 is included as standard with the H120, H190, H390, H590, HD30, P20, and P30, and is available separately.

How does the Hegel RC8 differ from the RC10?

Both the RC8 and the RC10 control all Hegel products, but they differ in construction and additional functions. The RC8 is machined from solid anodized aluminum with a bead-blasted finish matching Hegel's amplifier chassis, and it adds computer playback transport controls — skip forward, skip back, and play/pause — for use with computers connected via USB or network. The RC10 is the standard included remote for most current Hegel models, with a streamlined 13-button layout optimized for simplicity and day-to-day system control. The RC8 is the premium choice for users who want a remote that matches the build quality of their Hegel equipment and who use computer audio playback.

Can the Hegel RC8 control a Hegel H95 or H150?

Yes, the RC8 is compatible with all Hegel products including the H95 and H150, even though those models ship with the RC10 as standard. The RC8 can be purchased separately at Vinyl Sound Buffalo and used as an upgrade or replacement remote for any Hegel component in your system.

Does the Hegel RC8 work with computer audio?

Yes, the RC8 includes dedicated transport control buttons that enable skip forward, skip back, and play/pause functions on a computer connected to a Hegel DAC or amplifier via USB or network input. This is particularly useful for listeners using a computer as a primary source in a Hegel system.

Where can I buy the Hegel RC8 in Buffalo, NY or the USA?

The Hegel RC8 is available at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, NY — an authorized Hegel dealer serving audiophiles across Western New York and the United States. It can be purchased as an accessory alongside any Hegel amplifier, preamplifier, or DAC in the Vinyl Sound inventory.