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The Chord Electronics Mojo 2 is a pocket-sized DAC and headphone amplifier that sounds better than desktop units costing twice as much. Rob Watts' custom FPGA runs the same Pulse Array architecture found in Chord's larger DACs, but adds something none of them have: a lossless UHD DSP that lets you shape the tonal balance without touching the signal integrity. Four What Hi-Fi? Best DAC awards in a row (2022-2025), and it fits in your palm.

Key Features of the Chord Electronics Mojo 2

Custom-coded Xilinx Artix 7 FPGA with Pulse Array DAC and WTA filter, designed from scratch by Rob Watts
UHD DSP (lossless digital tone control) adjusts bass and treble without any signal degradation, a world first
Four digital inputs: USB-C (switchable data/charging), Micro USB (to 768kHz), coaxial via 3.5mm (to 768kHz), and optical (to 96kHz)
Dual headphone outputs: 3.5mm and 4.4mm Pentaconn balanced
600mW into 30 ohms with 0.06-ohm output impedance, drives everything from sensitive IEMs to full-size planars
Four digital filters and crossfeed control for headphone staging
Improved battery management with 75% reduction in power loss and faster USB-C charging
CNC-machined aircraft-grade aluminum chassis with four polycarbonate control spheres

UHD DSP: Lossless Tone Control

The Mojo 2's headline feature is its UHD DSP, a digital tone control system that operates entirely within the FPGA's processing chain. Unlike analog tone controls that introduce distortion and phase shift, the UHD DSP adjusts frequency response mathematically before the signal reaches the Pulse Array DAC. You can boost or cut bass and treble in precise increments to compensate for headphone voicing, room acoustics when used as a source DAC, or personal preference. The key word is "lossless": the adjustments happen at full bit depth with no degradation to the audio signal.

Chord Electronics Mojo 2 Connectivity

Four digital inputs cover every portable and desktop scenario. The USB-C port doubles as data input and charging, switchable via the menu system so you can charge from one source while playing music from another. Micro USB handles hi-res audio up to 768kHz PCM for legacy cable compatibility. The 3.5mm coaxial input accepts up to 768kHz for connection to digital transports and streamers. Optical handles up to 96kHz for TV and CD player connections. On the output side, dual headphone jacks (3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm Pentaconn balanced) deliver up to 600mW into 30 ohms with a 0.06-ohm output impedance that won't color the sound of multi-driver IEMs.

Chord Electronics Mojo 2 top view showing control spheres

Menu System and Controls

Four polycarbonate spheres on the front panel control power, volume, input selection, and the new menu system accessed via the fourth button. The menu provides access to the UHD DSP tone controls, mute, crossfeed settings, button lock for pocket use, and USB-C charging mode. The color-coded system is consistent across Chord's lineup: if you've used a Hugo 2 or Qutest, you'll recognize the volume color progression from red (low) through the spectrum to white (line level).

Battery and Portable Use

The Mojo 2's battery management is a significant upgrade over the original Mojo. A 75% reduction in power loss and 9% capacity gain extend listening time, while faster USB-C charging gets you back to music sooner. The switchable USB-C port means you can charge while listening from a different input without interference. At 185 grams and roughly the size of a deck of cards (83mm x 62mm x 23mm), the Mojo 2 goes anywhere. Paired with a smartphone via USB-C OTG, it replaces the phone's DAC entirely.

Chord Electronics Mojo 2 angle view

Going Wireless with Poly

The Poly streaming module attaches directly to the Mojo 2 and adds Wi-Fi streaming, Roon Ready playback, AirPlay, Bluetooth, and dual microSD card slots for local file storage. The combination turns Mojo 2 into a self-contained wireless music player that streams from your network or plays from local files without a phone or computer in the chain.

Where Mojo 2 Fits in the Chord Lineup

Mojo 2 is Chord's entry point to FPGA-based audio. For listeners who want more power, longer battery life, and a desktop-ready feature set, the Hugo 2 steps up with 1,050mW output, a 49,152-tap filter (versus Mojo 2's shorter filter), RCA line outputs, and a remote control. The Qutest takes the same FPGA platform into a pure DAC format for system integration without headphone duties.

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Chord Electronics Mojo 2 Specifications

Specification	Detail
DAC Technology	Custom-coded Xilinx Artix 7 FPGA, Pulse Array DAC, WTA filter, 40 DSP cores
Digital Inputs	USB-C (to 768kHz, switchable data/charge), Micro USB (to 768kHz), Coaxial via 3.5mm (to 768kHz), Optical (to 96kHz)
Headphone Outputs	1x 3.5mm single-ended, 1x 4.4mm Pentaconn balanced
Headphone Power	90mW @ 300 ohms / 600mW @ 30 ohms
Output Impedance	0.06 ohms
Dynamic Range	125dB (A-weighted)
Signal to Noise Ratio	123dB (A-weighted)
THD+N	0.0003% (2.5V, 300 ohms)
Channel Separation	118dB @ 1kHz, 300 ohms
Frequency Response	7Hz - 20kHz (+/- 3dB)
DSD Support	Up to DSD256 (DoP)
Dimensions	83mm x 62mm x 22.9mm
Weight	185g (6.5 oz)
Finish	Black
Warranty	1 year

Award: Darko.Audio Best DAC of 2022 "For a dollar under six hundred Euros, it might be near impossible to find a DAC that sounds as bold, as detailed, as spacious and as thrilling as the Mojo 2. At its heart, designer Rob Watts has put no off-the-shelf DAC chip from ESS, Wolfson, AKM or TI but an FPGA loaded with his custom code." "Mojo 2's internal DAC and headphone amplifiers are powered by an internal rechargeable battery. The battery's 8-hour runtime is now supported by something called Intelligent Desktop Mode." Verdict: "I might not know with 100% certainty if the Mojo 2 is the best-sounding DAC at its price point but it's certainly up there with the very best of them. However, on functional versatility, it is unsurpassed. And it's that top-tier audible performance combined with a heavy dose of go-anywhere usability that makes it Darko.Audio's Best DAC of 2022."

John Darko,Darko Audio · December 2022

Award: SoundNews Gold Award "The key words with Mojo2 are undoubtedly: Excellent rhythm, pace & timing, explosive dynamics, an instant start and stop of the drivers and of course a detailed presentation that never tries to be clinical sounding." "After listening to chip-based converters for months and then switching back to Mojo2, it feels like it knows exactly what music I'm going to play, it anticipates the next musical notes and prepares in advance, delivering in instant rise of dynamics, start and stop of the drivers, like there's no acceleration at all." "The big surprise for me wasn't its amazingly high detail-retrieval and top-notch transparency, but its relaxed and natural manner in delivering those details to me." Verdict: "Chord's Mojo2 is so far one of the best all-in-one units we've tried at €600 and as such, it's my pleasure awarding it with our highest Gold Award."

Sandu Vitalie,SoundNews · February 2022

"The Chord Mojo 2 is a very interesting device, offering Chord's pulse array DAC design, some handy features such as configurable EQ and Crossfeed, and some of the highest performance oversampling found in any DAC on the market, all in a very compact package." "I wasn't much of a fan of the original Mojo, but after trying the Mojo 2 at a meet I was very impressed, and later purchased one to use as my personal on-the-go source. This unit was purchased with my own funds at full retail price."

Headphones.com,Headphones.com · June 2022

"The Mojo 2 ticks the box firmly in all three categories. It's a cleaner sounding DAC. The bass has better definition. The midrange is more open. The leading edges of notes are more cleanly defined, it's easier to track individual instruments, and the overall soundstage is a little bit wider." "This is the sonic signature that I wish that the original Mojo had right from the beginning." "Also, the Mojo 2 is a richer, more full-bodied sounding DAC. It's much wider and much deeper and gives you a more immersive sound field experience." "Chord have done a fabulous job with the Mojo 2, updating a DAC whose legacy is assured. An FPGA DAC in the hands of a digital wizard, offering a level of performance never seen before at this price. If you're prepared to put up with some limitations in terms of functionality and connectivity, my word does this offer some sonic performance for the price. I'd be flabbergasted if you could find something better." Verdict: Outstanding

A British Audiophile,A British Audiophile · June 2022

"The Mojo 2 grabbed me straight away with its full and punchy, really solid sound that is uber clean and rhythmical. Bass is strong, tuneful and articulate. Vocals are strong and engaging with just a touch of forgiveness. And the treble is maybe a touch dark, but very precise with a nice bit of sparkle. Most importantly, it is totally grain free." "It is a very engaging overall listen that, dare I say it, is actually much more analog sounding than you might expect for a product of this type and definitely price." "The Mojo 2 sounds much more capable in all of the important sonic areas, one big one being transparency, but also it is much smoother and much more musical. And like I mentioned, more engaging, more relaxing, much easier to listen to for longer periods of time."

Terry Ellis,Pursuit Perfect System · March 2022

Is the Chord Mojo 2 configured for US voltage?

The Mojo 2 runs on an internal rechargeable battery and charges via USB-C, so voltage compatibility is not an issue. It works anywhere in the world with any USB charger.

Can the Chord Mojo 2 be used as a desktop DAC full-time?

Yes. The Mojo 2 has an Intelligent Desktop Mode that activates automatically when left plugged in, regulating charge cycles to protect battery longevity. You can connect it via USB-C to a computer or streamer and leave it on your desk permanently. The switchable USB-C port lets you charge from one source while playing music from another input.

What is the UHD DSP on the Chord Mojo 2 and does it degrade sound quality?

The UHD DSP is a lossless digital tone control system built into the FPGA. It adjusts bass and treble in precise 1dB steps across four frequency bands before the signal reaches the Pulse Array DAC. Unlike analog tone controls that introduce distortion and phase shift, the UHD DSP operates mathematically at full bit depth with no signal degradation. It is a world first in a portable DAC.

Does the Chord Mojo 2 have a balanced output?

Yes. The Mojo 2 has both a 3.5mm single-ended output and a 4.4mm Pentaconn balanced output. This is a significant upgrade over the original Mojo, which only had 3.5mm outputs. The balanced output delivers up to 600mW into 30 ohms with a 0.06-ohm output impedance.

Can I add wireless streaming to the Chord Mojo 2?

Yes. The Chord Electronics Poly streaming module attaches directly to the Mojo 2 and adds Wi-Fi streaming, Roon Ready playback, AirPlay, Bluetooth, and dual microSD card slots for local file storage. The combination turns the Mojo 2 into a self-contained wireless music player without needing a phone or computer in the chain.