Chord Hugo TT 2: A New Benchmark in Tabletop Digital Audio
Posted by The Sound Org on Dec 10th 2025
The Chord Electronics Hugo TT 2 stands as a remarkable evolution in the world of high-performance DACs and headphone amplifiers. Building upon the legacy of its predecessors—Hugo, Hugo TT, and 2Qute—this tabletop DAC exemplifies Chord Electronics' commitment to constant innovation. While the original Hugo line helped redefine portable audio, the TT 2 refines and elevates it for the desktop and home environment with significant advancements in power delivery, tap length processing, and versatility.
The Hugo TT 2 features an impressive 98,304-tap FPGA filter—double that of the Hugo 2—bringing it closer to the sonic capabilities of Chord's flagship DAVE DAC. Its powerful headphone amplification is capable of driving virtually any pair of headphones with ease, and its fully balanced architecture ensures pure, dynamic output whether through RCA or XLR. With multiple digital inputs including USB, optical, and coaxial, the TT 2 integrates effortlessly into any high-end setup and shines when paired with Chord’s M Scaler for expanded resolution up to 768kHz.
"Chord is really ahead of the curve in terms of performance for dollars spent on the Chord Hugo TT 2 DAC. You really have to pay a lot more money for competitive products from other manufacturers to compete with digital designs of Rob Watts... I have to say this product will win a product of the year award from me. Way to go, Chord Electronics. You've knocked it out of the park -- again. Bravo!"
Every design decision, from its supercapacitor-based power supply to its intuitive remote control and precision volume sequencing, reflects Chord’s deep understanding of the needs of serious listeners. The Hugo TT 2 delivers outstanding musicality and precision, bringing recordings to life with breathtaking clarity and realism. It's a world-class digital source component that continues to raise the bar for what's possible in desktop audio.