Chord Electronics Hugo 2 Portable DAC and Headphone Amplifier

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The Chord Electronics Hugo 2 Portable DAC and Headphone Amplifier stands as a testament to the heights of musical excellence. With its unmatched sonic performance and the power of Chord Electronics' expertise, the Hugo 2 transports you to an auditory landscape where every note resonates with an irresistible charm. It's an audio experience that's immersive, transformative, and undeniably powerful.

Chord Electronics Hugo 2 Portable DAC and Headphone Amplifier - Product Description

Unveiling new dimensions in sound, the Chord Electronics Hugo 2 Portable DAC and Headphone Amplifier stands as the epitome of musical mastery. With its powerful performance and unrivalled versatility, the Hugo 2 amplifies your audio experience to a whole new level, offering an all-encompassing and impressive sonic performance that's hard to resist.

Seeing Beyond the Ordinary: The Quantum Leap in Technology

The Hugo 2 undergoes a quantum leap in technology with its latest FPGA technology, specifically designed for advanced digital to analogue conversion. Experience the sheer brilliance of sound with more precision, deeper bass, and clearer high notes. Hugo 2's newfound auditory prowess propels digital technology to heights previously unscaled.

Impeccable Design: Aesthetic Appeal Meets User-Friendly Features

Sporting an impeccable design, the Hugo 2 envelops an appealing matte finish, a precision-machined aircraft-grade aluminium casing that's not only visually striking but also exceptionally durable. The intuitive interface, with its color-changing lighting for different functions, ensures a user experience as seamless as it is captivating.

Extended Battery Life: Music On-the-Go

Taking portability to new heights, the Hugo 2 boasts an improved battery life that allows for up to 7 hours of continuous music playback. Its quick-charge feature ensures that your journeys are accompanied by an unbroken chain of your favourite soundtracks. In the realm of portable audio, the Hugo 2 continues to set the benchmark.

Versatility Unleashed: Connectivity Options

Owing to its versatility, the Hugo 2 supports a wide array of input options, making it a true companion for your digital devices. Be it coaxial, optical, HD USB or extended Bluetooth connectivity, the Hugo 2 seamlessly integrates with your setup. Every connection promises an audio experience par excellence.

Features and Benefits

  • Unmatched sonic performance and power with Chord Electronics' musical mastery

  • Advanced digital to analogue conversion powered by the latest FPGA technology

  • An appealing, durable design coupled with a user-friendly interface

  • Extended battery life of up to 7 hours for continuous music enjoyment

  • Wide array of input options offering seamless integration with multiple devices

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: Chord Electronics Hugo 2 Portable DAC and Headphone Amplifier

  • DSP Core: FPGA technology for advanced digital to analogue conversion

  • Chord Custom Tap Filters: 49,152 for pulse array

  • Inputs: 1x Optical TOSLink, 2x RCA coaxial input and 1x Micro USB HD connection

  • Bluetooth: 44.1kHz – 384kHz (16-bit – 32-bit)

  • Battery Life: Up to 7 hours of continuous playback

  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 21mm x 100mm x 130mm

Summary of the Chord Electronics Hugo 2

Experiencing Musical Mastery with Hugo 2: A New Chapter in Audio Innovation

The Chord Electronics Hugo 2 Portable DAC and Headphone Amplifier stands as a testament to the heights of musical excellence. With its unmatched sonic performance and the power of Chord Electronics' expertise, the Hugo 2 transports you to an auditory landscape where every note resonates with an irresistible charm. It's an audio experience that's immersive, transformative, and undeniably powerful.

Embracing the Future with Hugo 2: The Next Generation of Digital Technology

The Hugo 2 heralds the future of digital audio with its cutting-edge FPGA technology. Specialised for advanced digital-to-analogue conversion, the technology underpins the Hugo 2's ability to deliver precise, engaging, and immersive sound, setting a new benchmark in the audio industry. Be it the throbbing depth of bass or the pristine clarity of high notes, the Hugo 2 brings a new level of definition to your music.

Exploring the Confluence of Beauty and Functionality with Hugo 2: A Triumph of Design

The Hugo 2 sports an aesthetically pleasing design that gracefully aligns with its purpose. The precision-machined aircraft-grade aluminium body showcases Chord Electronics' commitment to quality and style. Coupled with its intuitive interface and dynamic color-changing lighting, the Hugo 2 transcends the ordinary, reaching new pinnacles of design that both captivate the eyes and enliven the senses.

Pushing the Boundaries of Portability with Hugo 2: Uninterrupted Musical Journeys

The Hugo 2 drastically enhances the auditory journey of its users with its extended battery life. Offering up to 7 hours of continuous music playback, it ensures your journeys remain uninterrupted. Its quick-charge feature reaffirms the convenience factor, making Hugo 2 a path-breaking companion for every music lover on the move.

Balancing Versatility and Excellence with Hugo 2: An Array of Enriching Connections

The Hugo 2 is a true harbinger of versatility, supporting a wide array of input options. It integrates smoothly with your setup, whether through coaxial, optical, HD USB, or extended Bluetooth connectivity. Every connection, every input bridges you with an enriched sonic experience that's premium, powerful, and purely delightful.

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BrandsChord Electronics
Product Specifications
  • THD + N
120dB at 1kHz 300ohms
  • Signal to noise ratio
126dB ‘A’ Weighted
  • Dimensions (HxWxD) in mm
21 x 100 x 130
  • Power Output
94mW 300O, 740mW 33O, 1050mW 8
  • Weight
0.45 kg
  • Impedance
0.025O
WHAT HI FI AWARD WONWHAT HI FI 5 STAR REVIEW, WHAT HI FI AWARDS WINNER 2017
What Hi Fi Awards Winner 2019What Hi Fi Awards Winner 2019Best DAC over £1200 - A stunning sequel from Chord.
Headfonics Awards 2017Headfonics Awards 2017The Hugo 2’s improved design, superior BT capability, and more enjoyable amp not only delivers as a system component but also as a bonafide transportable DAC/AMP of the highest quality.
AV Tech Media Awards 2017-18AV Tech Media Awards 2017-18Crucially, the Hugo 2 immerses the listener in the musical event, making it the best hi-fi digital converter at or near the price.
Headphone Guru 2017Headphone Guru 2017Simply put the Chord Hugo2 does it all! From offering a truly world class desktop solution as both a source and amplifier for your headphones...
What Hi Fi Awards Winner 2017What Hi Fi Awards Winner 2017Chord Hugo 2 - Best DAC £1000+
What Hi Fi Awards Winner 2018What Hi Fi Awards Winner 2018Chord Hugo 2 - Best DAC over £1200
What Hi Fi 5 Star ReviewWhat Hi Fi 5 Star ReviewChord Hugo 2 - The Price point is not a inconsiderable sum for a DAC, but Hugo 2 proves well worth it.
EISA 2018-2019EISA 2018-2019Chord Hugo 2 - Best DAC of 2018
What Hi Fi Awards Winner 2021What Hi Fi Awards Winner 2021The Chord Hugo 2 remains impossible to beat
HiFi+ Awards 2017HiFi+ Awards 2017The Hugo2 is not an inexpensive product, but it performs at such a high level as a headphone amplifier and especially as a DAC that it deserves your careful consideration and our strongest possible recommendation.
What Hi Fi Awards Winner 2022What Hi Fi Awards Winner 2022Best DAC over £1500
What Hi Fi Awards Winner 2020What Hi Fi Awards Winner 2020Best DAC over £1200

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Warranty information for Chord Electronics:


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Chord Electronics products are designed and manufactured to the highest quality standards. However, if something does go wrong with the product we are here to help. From your date of purchase your product is warranted against faulty materials or workmanship for a period of 36 months on all products except the Mojo, which is a period of 12 months.

This 36 month guarantee applies to all Chord Electronics Products (excluding the Mojo) including Digital to Analogue Convertors, Digital Streamers, Headphone Amplifiers. Phono Pre Amplifiers, Stereo & Mono Pre Amplifiers and Stereo Pre Amplifiers. Providing you with peace of mind and the assurance of premium Quality.

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