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Chord Qutest bought new from Sydney HiFi in March 2025.In excellent cosmetic condition, kept in a smoke free home.All packing and inclusions for both.Upgrading to HugoTT2/M Scaler.Included postage & insurance in Australia, can negotiate if sold in Sydney with pick-up.
A$2,000 is ambitious for a used Qutest against the recent AUD market, sitting above the A$1,735 75th percentile and well over the A$1,548 median. It is not a crazy ask for a clean example, but it leaves little room for negotiation unless the package is especially complete or the condition is exceptional.
The appeal is easy to understand: the Qutest is a highly regarded DAC for its transparency, timing, and ability to let the rest of the system speak. It has strong long-term reputation and keeps value because it remains relevant in serious systems, so a tidy unit with the original box, power supply, and any extras is still worth a look.
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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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