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A respected benchmark DAC with a very tidy reputation for transparency and timing, this sits in a sweet spot for enthusiasts who want serious performance without chasing boutique excess. At £849, it lands just above the £821 median and inside the usual used band between £747 and £905, so this reads as a fair asking price rather than a bargain or an overreach.
That makes it a sensible buy if the unit is clean and complete, especially since this model holds its value well and has a strong track record for revealing detail without sounding hard or mechanical. The real upside is in condition and accessories: original packaging, power supply, and a careful owner matter more than squeezing the last £20 off the sticker.
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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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