Chord Hugo 2 Review – New dimensions for portable audio, Simply sublime
Chord Hugo 2
£1800
Pros
- New level of reference sound signature for portable audio. Very natural sound presentation.
- Solid build quality with ports for future add on modules. Classic Chord futuristic design.
- Supports many inputs and a variety of outputs.
Cons
- Remote control design/build is a little basic
- Portable stacking more difficult and limited due to raised area near volume dial.
- Longer battery life would be welcome
Usability, Charging, Sample Rate Indication, Connectivity, Control and Remote Documentation
The documentation that comes with the Hugo 2 is visually very attractive and provides everything in an easy to understand visual way.
Rather than me paraphrasing I thought is best to include all the details of the documentation separated into the relevant sections for this review.
Charging Details:
Volume indicator and Connectivity/Inputs/Output Details:
Sample Rate Details:
Filter,Input,Crossfeed and Power Control Options Details:
Filters (Digital):
Incisive neutral (Ultimate reference) (White)
Incisive neutral HF roll-off (High Frequency roll off) (Green)
Warm (‘Smooth’) (Orange)
Warmer HF roll-off (High Frequency roll off) (Red)
Crossfeed (Digital IIR):
Off – No Crossfeed
Level 1 – Light
Level 2 – Medium
Level 3 – Heavy
Remote Control Details:
Care and User Advice Details:
Specifications Details:
General Information:
Features:
The Hugo 2 has an impressive set of features as shown below
The brightness of indicator lights have 2 settings and can be standard or dimmed.
Now we understand how to navigate the Hugo 2 and understand it’s supported features/glowing button indicators, lets get some more technical reference details about it.
