Chord Electronics - Hugo 2 - The Official Thread

[DenTee]

Hmm, I think that the demo device in the Apple shop has some specific configuration for a demo unit, so I deny connecting the external DAC. I think it can connect if it is a commercial unit because in general, the M3 chip does not have any special "improvement" to restrict the external device (like my M1 Pro). You should try again on a commercial unit friend!

Will do, thx.

 

[marcus2704]

It's too neutral even when feeding your tube amp?

I guess there are many times when we don't have the time to justify turning on the tubes. For that I recommend pairing the H2 with a Violectric like the V200, V281 if you find the H2 alone not to your taste.

Hi sorry I should have elaborated, the tube amp setup is separate and the H2 is not involved with that. I use the Hugo 2 as a standalone AIO unit which is my daily desktop amp with my D8000 Pros. I previously considered a Violectric, but I am now thinking of getting a Feliks Euforia Evo and partnering it with the Hugo 2 DAC.

 

[traces]

Is there any demand for the Chord 2go? I'm currently checking classifieds where someone is selling the Hugo 2 + 2go, which I don't need. So, I'm a bit worried about buying one and not being able to sell it for a reasonable price (800 EUR?). Thanks.

Hi sorry I should have elaborated, the tube amp setup is separate and the H2 is not involved with that. I use the Hugo 2 as a standalone AIO unit which is my daily desktop amp with my D8000 Pros. I previously considered a Violectric, but I am now thinking of getting a Feliks Euforia Evo and partnering it with the Hugo 2 DAC.

What don't you like about it when paired with D8000s? Is the sound too neutral, and are you looking for a warmer tone? I'm currently considering purchasing the Hugo 2 to pair with the D8000 Pro, so posts like that are a bit worrisome.

 

[kajetanjazz]

Has anyone paired hugo2 with brise tsuranagi?

 

[marcus2704]

Is there any demand for the Chord 2go? I'm currently checking classifieds where someone is selling the Hugo 2 + 2go, which I don't need. So, I'm a bit worried about buying one and not being able to sell it for a reasonable price (800 EUR?). Thanks.

What don't you like about it when paired with D8000s? Is the sound too neutral, and are you looking for a warmer tone? I'm currently considering purchasing the Hugo 2 to pair with the D8000 Pro, so posts like that are a bit worrisome.

I feel for me its a bit too clinical, I do lean towards a warmer tone. I picked up a LCDX (non-EQ) on demo which I am quite enjoying with the Hugo 2 at the moment after a days listen. I need to do some back and forth between the two.

I paid approx 1000GBP for a Hugo 2 recently, so a sale of a H2 and 2Go for 800EUR is a steal, underpriced if you ask me and these devices always sell

 

[traces]

I paid approx 1000GBP for a Hugo 2 recently, so a sale of a H2 and 2Go for 800EUR is a steal, underpriced if you ask me and these devices always sell

Haha, no, if the price were 800 for Hugo 2 alone, I would have purchased it already. He is selling Hugo 2 + 2go for 2050 EUR. The 2go retails at 1150 in my country, so if I'd be able to sell the 2go for 800, that would be a nice deal. But I'm a bit worried, hence I'm asking about the demand for it. Maybe people aren't buying it at all, and I'll be left with an expensive weight.

 

[DeepGroove]

Does plugging a demanding load (like the Susvara) straight into the Hugo 2, with line-out activated, risk damaging the Hugo?
My understanding is that it does not, as the fixed voltage output is designed not to clip, but I wonder if this puts any stress to the amp in the long-run. It's not something I understand well.

To those who ask why I would bother trying to drive the Sus with a Hugo 2... that's a temporary solution

Thank you!

 

[Oboe]

Been experimenting with both the Hugo 2 and Mojo 2, they are totally different. Hugo 2 is crisp, dynamic and wide. Mojo 2 is more traditional of a soundscape, but one the ear is accustomed to. Both are good for both IEM and full sized headphones.

 

[Solasuke]

Can anyone please advise on the easiest way to get a wired connection between a laptop (without optical or ethernet ports) and a hugo 2 + 2go without having to disconnect the 2go from the hugo 2 ? Bonus points if it works with an iphone + camera adapter. I would imagine it would involve some use of the optical/coax inputs but it looks like it's going to be a messy daisychain of adapters.

 

[Uberding]

I use this with my MacBook
Works and sounds great.

https://www.smsl-audio.com/portal/product/detail/id/808.html

I’m pretty sure I’ve used it successfully with iPad and iPhone but I’ll test again and report back.

 

[Uberding]

Can anyone please advise on the easiest way to get a wired connection between a laptop (without optical or ethernet ports) and a hugo 2 + 2go without having to disconnect the 2go from the hugo 2 ? Bonus points if it works with an iphone + camera adapter. I would imagine it would involve some use of the optical/coax inputs but it looks like it's going to be a messy daisychain of adapters.

It works with iPhone 13 and iPad 7th Generation.
I used a lighting to USB-C O.T.G. cable so the camera adapter wasn’t necessary.

 

[Ike1985]

When hugo3? We're dying out here. @Rob Watts

 

[darkflame808]

Can anyone please advise on the easiest way to get a wired connection between a laptop (without optical or ethernet ports) and a hugo 2 + 2go without having to disconnect the 2go from the hugo 2 ? Bonus points if it works with an iphone + camera adapter. I would imagine it would involve some use of the optical/coax inputs but it looks like it's going to be a messy daisychain of adapters.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BW4N2V5S/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

It's "optical" so not sure if you'll consider it but given that you have to plug a cable in anyway, this is still just a cable. Works with my iphone 15 pro max and macbook.

If you do get it, make sure to reinforce the ends with epoxy though. Mines was acting up and the cable connection was loose. I did fix it but I still trashed the review for poor workmanship. it IS a great cable just not manufactured with reinforcement.

 

[Rob Watts]

When hugo3? We're dying out here. @Rob Watts

Not for some considerable time sadly - I have several other projects to complete first before I start on the design.

 

[thePhones]

When hugo3? We're dying out here. @Rob Watts

I use it daily and besides the eq I miss nothing. What is wrong with it?