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Chord Electronics Hugo TT Digital Analog Converter (DAC) Selling my Chord Hugo TT (the original TT, not the TT2). This is the DAC/headphone amp that put desktop Chord gear on the map—built like a billet of aluminum and glowing like a futuristic spaceship when powered up. Condition: – Excellent working order – sonics are crystal clear, detailed, and punchy. – Cosmetic honesty: there’s a very, very small scratch on the top panel (see the photo). You’ll need the right lighting and the right angle to even see it, but full disclosure—it’s there. – Remote control: Comes with a genuine Chord remote,
The Chord TT2 stands out for its transparent, detailed soundstaging that punches above its weight in high-end DACs, making it a reference for digital playback enthusiasts. At AUD 1,800 with unknown condition, this is a screaming bargain against the typical used market of AUD 4,281–5,702 (median AUD 4,944 from recent Aussie listings)—assuming it's functional, you're looking at half price or better.
Before jumping in, verify the output stage for noise or dropout (a known weak spot under heavy use) and insist on the original remote, power supply, and BNC/USB cables, as omissions signal a stripped unit. Test all inputs thoroughly with your sources to confirm no digital glitches.
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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