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At £271, this sits just above the £270 median of recent used asking prices, so it looks fair rather than a steal; it’s also a touch above the £230 25th percentile but well below the £320 75th percentile. Against current new pricing around £299–£449, it’s a sensible saving if the unit is clean and fully working.
That makes sense for a product as well regarded as this: it’s a compact, highly capable DAC/headphone amp with strong measured performance, a very low output impedance, and enough drive for a wide range of headphones. The real buyer upside here is straightforward—if it’s complete with the right cable/charger and the battery still holds charge properly, this is the sort of used purchase that should deliver serious performance-per-pound without much fuss.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Chord Electronics, a British high-fidelity powerhouse, traces its roots to the aviation industry. Founded in 1989 by John Franks, a former Marconi Avionics engineer, the company emerged from his early 1980s innovations in ultra-reliable, high-frequency switching power supplies for aircraft electronics. Initially too costly for commercial viability, the designs became feasible with advancing components, launching Chord from its Kent headquarters in a renovated pumphouse that remains its manufacturing heart.
The brand excels in premium amplifiers and digital-to-analog converters (DACs), blending Franks' analog prowess with digital expertise from FPGA specialist Rob Watts. Early power amplifiers quickly won acclaim from professional studios like the BBC, Abbey Road, and Skywalker Sound, establishing credibility before shifting focus to consumer hi-fi. Iconic products like the Hugo and Mojo DACs exemplify their boundary-pushing approach, alongside integrated amps and streamers, all handcrafted in the UK without compromise on power, precision, or musicality.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, Chord commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its uncompromising engineering, aerospace-grade reliability, and bold innovation. Independent and proudly British, it sets benchmarks in transparency and dynamics, attracting buyers who demand reference-level performance over mass-market concessions.
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