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Chord HUGO TT 2
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The Hugo TT 2 is a desktop DAC and headphone amplifier from Chord, sharing conversion technology with the portable Hugo 2 in a larger table-top chassis. This model brings Chord's distinctive FPGA-based conversion engine into a chassis specifically designed for a fixed desktop position rather than portable carrying.
Position in line
It sits above the Hugo 2 in Chord's DAC hierarchy, near the Qutest and Dave as related and higher-tier models. As the desktop-format sibling to the portable Hugo 2, this model likely offers a more substantial power supply and possibly refined output stage compared with the battery-powered portable version.
Key specs that matter
Output impedance is 0.042 ohms single-ended. Distortion is 0.00008% at 22 kHz, an extremely low figure. At 52 x 235 x 238 mm it is a substantially larger chassis than the portable Hugo 2, consistent with its desktop-oriented, mains-connected design.
Sound and use context
Expect an extremely low-distortion presentation similar to the Hugo 2, delivered from a larger chassis better suited to desktop use than portable carrying - buyers should choose between the two mainly based on whether portability or a permanent desktop installation better suits their use case.
Pairing
The very low output impedance drives headphones directly as well as feeding a line-level input on a larger system, giving genuine flexibility regardless of the rest of the system.
Alternatives
The Hugo 2 offers similar conversion technology in a portable format. The Dave sits above both as Chord's flagship DAC, worth the further investment if this model's already excellent measured performance still leaves ambitions for Chord's ultimate reference converter. Chord extensive dealer network makes arranging a direct comparison against both the portable Hugo 2 and the flagship Dave practical for most buyers considering this desktop-format converter. Firmware updates delivered through Chord own software are worth checking periodically after purchase, since the brand has a track record of refining its FPGA-based conversion algorithms well after initial release. Overall this remains a capable desktop converter for a fixed listening position. A rigid, well-positioned shelf near the listening seat also helps this unit remain easily accessible for daily use. A dealer visit remains the simplest way to compare all three closely related Chord DAC models directly.
Position in line
It sits above the Hugo 2 in Chord's DAC hierarchy, near the Qutest and Dave as related and higher-tier models. As the desktop-format sibling to the portable Hugo 2, this model likely offers a more substantial power supply and possibly refined output stage compared with the battery-powered portable version.
Key specs that matter
Output impedance is 0.042 ohms single-ended. Distortion is 0.00008% at 22 kHz, an extremely low figure. At 52 x 235 x 238 mm it is a substantially larger chassis than the portable Hugo 2, consistent with its desktop-oriented, mains-connected design.
Sound and use context
Expect an extremely low-distortion presentation similar to the Hugo 2, delivered from a larger chassis better suited to desktop use than portable carrying - buyers should choose between the two mainly based on whether portability or a permanent desktop installation better suits their use case.
Pairing
The very low output impedance drives headphones directly as well as feeding a line-level input on a larger system, giving genuine flexibility regardless of the rest of the system.
Alternatives
The Hugo 2 offers similar conversion technology in a portable format. The Dave sits above both as Chord's flagship DAC, worth the further investment if this model's already excellent measured performance still leaves ambitions for Chord's ultimate reference converter. Chord extensive dealer network makes arranging a direct comparison against both the portable Hugo 2 and the flagship Dave practical for most buyers considering this desktop-format converter. Firmware updates delivered through Chord own software are worth checking periodically after purchase, since the brand has a track record of refining its FPGA-based conversion algorithms well after initial release. Overall this remains a capable desktop converter for a fixed listening position. A rigid, well-positioned shelf near the listening seat also helps this unit remain easily accessible for daily use. A dealer visit remains the simplest way to compare all three closely related Chord DAC models directly.
Specifications
Model name
HUGO TT 2
Conversion type
N/A
Engine
N/A
DSD compatability
N/A
Parameters
N/A
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
N/A
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
N/A
Gain (dBu)
N/A
Output Level (balanced) (V)
N/A
Output Level (single-ended) (V)
N/A
Input Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Input Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
Output Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Output Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
0.042
Analog outputs
N/A
Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)
N/A
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (% at 22 kHz)
0.00008
Dimensions (mm)
52 x 235 x 238
Weight (kg)
N/A
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