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Abstract: We're not always going to review some hot shots are we? I love paying tributes to some old gems in my articles. Although I haven't done that for quite a while since the review of The Dark Knight, now I'm happy to do that once again. Below you can find a f...
The Hugo is a portable DAC/Amp unit with desktop quality. It sounds really good and it is one of the better portable setups I have listened to. Most headphones and earphones will sound very good on the Hugo and you can even use it at home in combination w...
Abstract: This isn't anywhere near the first review of the Chord Electronics' Hugo. I'm very happy that I'm finally getting to hear it, though, because from what I've read I feel as if I've been missing out on not only a very unique component, but an excellent one....
Published: 2014-09-27, Author: Andrew , review by: techworld.com
The Hugo has several usability issues which many sound-first users may be willing to work through, although we feel it could be a more universally loved product if addressed. For computer audiophiles especially, but also used alongside traditional non-PC ...
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Published: 2015-07-02, Author: Mark , review by: stereo.net.au
Whist I'm writing the conclusion to this article I have playing in the background Beethoven “Cello Sonata No.1 in F Major, Op.5 No.1 (Mov 1)”, a stunningly beautiful piece of music when played back through the Hugo TT. It comes across with real finesse an...
In true Chord signature fashion, it walks a path well away from the herd in it's unique design concept, but there needs to be a rethink regarding the connection socket issues, especially so the TOSLINK connection. As I understand it, Chord have already mo...
Abstract: This new headphone amplifier, the Hugo, from Kent audio company Chord Electronics, has been proclaimed by the fussiest hifi critics as outstanding. I have been using the Hugo to listen to high-definition music, via fancy audio app Audirvana and through th...
Fantastic detail resolution and dynamics, Bluetooth connectivity, Portable design, Superb timing and organisation,
Design quirks can frustrate, Not always the most forgiving,
There's no doubt the Hugo is the best-sounding DAC and headphone amp we've heard at this price, and when you add in its portability it becomes a quite superb proposition.The Chord Hugo is nothing less than a stunning achievement - a multi-talented device...
