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Digital-to-analogue converters for streaming, disc and digital audio sources.
A DAC converts digital music into analogue sound, making it a key component in modern hi-fi systems. This page brings together our full DAC range, from compact desktop units to high-end designs for reference systems. Suitable for use with streamers, computers, CD transports and TVs, these DACs support a wide range of formats and connection types. Filter by brand, price or features to find the right match for your system.
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£329.17Ex. VATThe Mojo 2 is a revamped version of the already-groundbreaking Mojo, now featuring a superior USB-C connection and brand-new menu system alongside reworked electronics. This new version does still offer compatibility with the Poly, as well as a double-output for shared listening and the superlative design that is synonymous with Chord Electronics. -
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Chord Electronics Qutest Standalone Digital Audio ConverterSKU: Qutest
(17 reviews)£1,041.67Ex. VATWinner of What Hi-Fi?'s Best DAC £500-£1200 & Product of the Year, Qutest is Chord's ‘pure’ DAC (it does not contain headphone amplification or rechargeable batteries like some of its range stablemates) and is designed to improve sound quality in the home. It is the latest evolution of their most affordable standalone DAC, the multi-award-winning 2Qute, which it directly replaces.
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Chord Electronics Hugo 2 Transportable DAC / Headphone Amplifier - Jett BlackSKU: Chord Hugo 2-Jett Black
(1 reviews)£1,495.83Ex. VATThis award-winning Hugo 2 can be used both at home and on-the-go, either with headphones or within a conventional audio system. Its line-level output and full-function remote control adds real flexibility in full-size and desktop systems. Voted Best DAC 2018 - 2018 by EISA.
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Chord Electronics Hugo 2 Transportable DAC / Headphone Amplifier - Argent SilverSKU: Chord Hugo 2-Argent Silver
£1,495.83Ex. VATThis award-winning Hugo 2 can be used both at home and on-the-go, either with headphones or within a conventional audio system. Its line-level output and full-function remote control adds real flexibility in full-size and desktop systems. Voted Best DAC 2018 - 2018 by EISA.
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Chord Electronics Hugo M Scaler Standalone 1M-Tap Digital Upscaling DeviceSKU: Hugo M Scaler
(1 reviews)From£2,995.83Ex. VATUsing technology first seen in the flagship BLU MKII digital/CD transport, the Hugo M Scaler is a standalone upscaling device containing the world’s most advanced digital filter. When used with a dual-BNC-input Chord Electronics DAC, it is capable of redefining digital audio sound quality. -
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Chord Electronics Hugo TT 2 DAC, Preamplifier & Headphone AmplifierSKU: Chord Hugo TT 2
From£3,416.67Ex. VATDeveloped from the multi-award-winning transportable Hugo 2, the Hugo TT 2 is bigger, better and more advanced in every way. TT 2 sets a new benchmark for table top DACs, eclipsed only by Chord Electronic's flagship DAVE. -
£49.17Ex. VATThe iFi Audio GO Link 2 is a compact USB-C DAC and headphone amplifier featuring an ESS Sabre chipset, S-Balanced output and support for PCM 384kHz and DSD256 for true hi-res portable listening. -
£107.50Ex. VATThe GO blu Air is a 30g Bluetooth 5.2 DAC/amp that delivers powerful, high-resolution audio in your pocket. With LDAC, LHDC, aptX, AAC, and SBC support, it pairs easily with any device. Features include XSpace and XBass sound modes, balanced and S-Balanced outputs, and a ChronoDial for precise playback control. The detachable magnetic clip ensures easy wear, while a 10-hour battery keeps you connected to premium sound anywhere. -
£107.50Ex. VATThe iFi Audio ZEN Air DAC 2 is a USB DAC, headphone amplifier, and preamplifier featuring a Cirrus Logic DAC, balanced 4.4mm output, PCM 384kHz and DSD256 support, and analogue XBass and PowerMatch controls, in a compact midnight blue desktop form.
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£1,583.33Ex. VATAre you passionate about music and desire a unique personal listening experience, yet don’t have the urge to build a “full blown” music system? Are you looking for the perfect desktop solution for a computer-based audio system? Do you already own a high-performance music system and have a craving to listen to headphones without making a compromise? If you already have a MOON system, this can be the control centre for a secondary system. Or do you simply want to get maximum performance from your reasonably efficient, unbalanced headphones? The possibilities are endless…
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SALE£2,458.33 £3,166.67Ex. VAT ✓ Save £708.33Imagine a world of music right at your fingertips. The 280D makes this a reality. Simply launch your favourite music services app on your smart device and pair it to the 280D using Bluetooth technology. Then sit back and enjoy the music.
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£4,600.00Inc. VATThe 430HA is a genuine “tour de force” loaded with numerous state-of-the-art features. This fully balanced, pure analogue headphone amplifier uses a discrete transconductance circuit topology, selectable gain setting (14 or 20dB), an oversized power supply and a defeatable analogue crossfeed circuit. Rated at 667mW at 600 ohms and 8W at 50 ohms, the 430HA will effortlessly drive any headphone to its full potential
