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Exceptional Sound Quality
The Chord Hugo 2 utilizes advanced FPGA technology and WTA filtering to enhance timing accuracy, dynamic range, and reduce noise, ensuring exceptional audio fidelity in your listening experience.
The Chord Hugo 2 is a high-performance portable DAC and headphone amplifier engineered with the latest FPGA architecture and advanced WTA (Watts Transient Aligned) filters for exceptional sound quality and flexibility in both portable and home audio setups.
Sleek new aircraft-grade aluminium casework
Hugo 2 features precision-machined aircraft-grade aluminium housing with a refined, low-profile design. The unit incorporates four top-mounted spherical control buttons that use colour-coded illumination to manage power, input selection, filtering and the digital crossfeed system. The enlarged top-mounted volume control sphere improves handling and operational accuracy. The physical design accommodates both portability and indoor use within desktop or full-size audio systems. A full-function remote control and dedicated line-level output mode ensure seamless integration into conventional hi-fi setups.
New levels of technical performance
The implementation of the latest FPGA technology and refined WTA filtering significantly enhances timing accuracy, reduces noise and improves dynamic range. The upgraded headphone amplifier delivers increased power output, while digital DC servos eliminate the need for inline capacitors, reducing distortion and enhancing the output stage’s drive performance. A brief switch-on delay results from these upgrades but offers substantial sonic benefits.
Comprehensive digital inputs
Hugo 2 provides four digital inputs including optical, coaxial, high-definition USB and extended-range Bluetooth. The high-definition USB input supports playback of high-resolution audio files up to 768kHz and DSD512 (Octa DSD) quality. Analogue outputs include dual RCA, 3.5mm and 6.35mm headphone connections, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of headphones and audio systems. Laser-ablated function labelling on connections and switches enhances user operation and clarity.
User-selectable filtering option
The four-position filtering system, accessible via its dedicated control sphere, allows users to tailor frequency response characteristics. Available options range from warm and smooth to transparent and analytical sound signatures, offering precise control to match personal preferences or system requirements.
Advanced crossfeed system for headphone use
Hugo 2 incorporates a sophisticated digital crossfeed circuit based on binaural research. This system introduces a carefully shaped and time-delayed signal from each channel to the opposite channel, simulating the natural listening experience of loudspeakers. Three crossfeed modes are available and controlled by a dedicated sphere on the unit.
Improved battery life and charging functionality
Hugo 2 offers approximately seven hours of portable operation. Two automated charging modes via a dedicated Micro USB port provide flexibility, with a fast charge option delivering 1.8 amperes and a slow charge mode supplying less than one ampere. A status indicator displays both charge progress and battery levels.
Enhanced output stage and reduced distortion
The advanced output stage features digital DC servos that replace traditional inline capacitors. This modification further reduces distortion while boosting output power and system efficiency, ensuring clean and dynamic sound reproduction across various headphone types and audio systems.
- Precision-machined aircraft-grade aluminium housing with colour-coded control spheres
- Latest FPGA architecture with advanced WTA filters for superior timing and reduced noise
- Four digital inputs including optical, coaxial, HD USB and Bluetooth with high-resolution support up to 768kHz and DSD512
- Dual RCA, 3.5mm and 6.35mm headphone outputs for versatile connectivity
- User-adjustable four-mode filter system for frequency response control
- Three-mode digital crossfeed circuit simulating speaker-like imaging for headphones
- Seven-hour battery life with fast and slow USB charging and status indicators
- UK over £99 FREE
- UK under £99 £10
- EU £36
- Rest of World £80
Large/Heavy items: Extra charges may apply (e.g., consoles, large monitors). We’ll contact you before processing if so.
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KEY FEATURES
Versatile Connectivity
With multiple digital inputs including optical, coaxial, USB, and Bluetooth, along with comprehensive analogue outputs, Hugo 2 ensures compatibility with a vast range of devices and high-resolution audio formats up to 768kHz and DSD512.
Advanced User Customization
Featuring a sophisticated four-position filtering system and digital crossfeed circuit, the Hugo 2 allows users to tailor sound signatures and simulate a natural loudspeaker experience through headphones, enhancing personal audio preferences.