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At £1,950, this sits above the typical used market here, which centers on £1,708 with £1,829 at the 75th percentile, so it reads as ambitious rather than a bargain. It’s not wildly out of line for a sought-after high-end DAC, but it is asking a premium over the going run of recent listings.
That premium only really makes sense if the unit is exceptionally clean, well documented, and complete. The QBD76 still has the sort of fluid, detailed, big-staged presentation that keeps it respected, and it remains a serious piece of digital kit even now. If it’s been carefully kept and includes the right accessories, it can be a rewarding buy; otherwise, I’d want firmer proof of condition before paying this much.
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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