Chord Electronics is a British audio company that specializes in high-performance audio equipment, including digital-to-analog converters (DACs), amplifiers, and headphones.
Founded in 1989 by John Franks in London, UK
Initially started as a manufacturer of high-end amplifiers and preamplifiers
Introduced their first DAC in 1999, the Hugo
Received critical acclaim for their DAC designs, including several awards from industry professionals
Expanded their product range to include headphones and Ethernet streaming devices
An American audio company known for producing high-quality yet affordable analog and digital audio equipment
A British audio company that produces a wide range of high-performance audio equipment, including DACs and amplifiers
A New York-based audio company that specializes in high-performance digital audio equipment, including DACs and ADCs
A portable DAC and headphone amplifier that supports a wide range of digital audio formats, including MQA, DSD, and PCM
A digital upscaler that uses advanced filtering algorithms to improve the sound quality of digital audio
A high-performance phono preamplifier that supports both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges
A high-end DAC and headphone amplifier that supports a wide range of digital audio formats, including MQA, DSD, and PCM
A portable DAC and headphone amplifier that supports a wide range of digital audio formats, including DSD and PCM
A DAC, or digital-to-analog converter, is used to convert digital audio signals to analog signals that can be used by your headphones or speakers. Without a DAC, your digital audio would not be audible.
Some important features to look for in a headphone amplifier include output power, impedance matching for your headphones, and low distortion and noise levels.
MQA, or Master Quality Authenticated, is a high-resolution audio format that uses compression to reduce file sizes without sacrificing sound quality. DSD, or Direct Stream Digital, is another high-resolution audio format that uses a different method of encoding digital audio.
Yes, you can use Chord Electronics products with any headphones or speakers that use a compatible connection, such as a 3.5mm jack or XLR connection.
Chord Electronics products come with a one-year warranty that covers any manufacturing defects or malfunctions. You can also purchase an extended warranty for an additional fee.