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Astell and Kern's pocket-sized DAC vows to "set a new benchmark for portable audio performance"
By Harry McKerrell published
Also launched is a very expensive pair of IEMs

The Award-winning Chord Mojo 2 gets two connection updates, but retains its price and sound quality
By Kashfia Kabir published
Updates include a 4.4 headphone output and USB-C charging

This fantastic portable DAC we highly recommend has dropped to its lowest-ever price – save nearly £150
By James Cook published
If you’ve lost your Mojo, this one will more than do instead

Chord Qutest
By What Hi-Fi? last updated
UPDATED The Qutest uses the same DAC architecture, software and frequency-shaping filters as the Award-winning Hugo 2 but ditches the headphone amplifier and rechargeable battery.

Chord Mojo 2
By What Hi-Fi? last updated
UPDATED Seven years later and Chord’s outstanding portable DAC finally has a sequel in the Mojo 2. So has it been worth the wait?

Fiio's aptly-named Tiny DAC brings hi-res sound to your phone, for a very affordable price
By Esat Dedezade published
The palm-sized DAC/amp offers parametric EQ, multiple output options and compatibility with all major streaming services

Fiio's versatile desktop DAC is designed to supercharge your headphones and offer a "natural, organic sound"
By Harry McKerrell published
Fiio unveils the K13 R2R
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