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Chord Hugo 2 Portable DAC in perfect condition.It's lived it's life in a genuine Chord Hugo 2 Case which is included in the sale.I've only used it plugged into my Bluesound Vault 2i and always used the mains lead. It has never been used as a portable DAC so the battery has had little use.Anyone w...
This is a buyer’s market for Hugo 2-class gear right now, and A$2,200 lands a touch above the A$1,979 median but still inside the normal used band between A$1,610 and A$2,250. It’s not a steal, but it’s fair-to-firm rather than ambitious, especially if the unit is clean and ready to go.
Hugo 2 is well regarded for its lively, highly resolving sound, excellent DAC performance, and genuinely strong portable/desktop flexibility. The upside here is buying into a proven piece of Chord kit that still holds demand; if it includes the original packaging, charger, and cables, that adds real value. At this price, I’d just want assurance it’s fully functional and has no battery or socket issues, because those are the things that matter most on a used transportable like this.
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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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