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At £1,975, this sits below what a new SPM 1200 class Chord power amp cost and looks fair-to-strong for the used market rather than ambitious; similar past private-sale asks around £1,595 and brochure-era pricing around £4,500 put this in sensible territory for a clean example. If the condition is genuinely good and it’s fully original, the number is credible rather than stretched.
The appeal is straightforward: these are big, authoritative, highly regarded Chord power amps with serious current delivery and the kind of grip and drive that suits demanding speakers. The upside is best if it’s been well cared for, has proof of service, and comes complete with the right accessories and packaging; at this level I’d want reassurance on working order and any channel imbalance, relay noise, or heat-related issues, since age and provenance matter more than cosmetics here.
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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