Chord DAVE

The Chord DAVE is the flagship DAC from Chord Electronics and is recognized worldwide as one of the most advanced digital-to-analogue converters ever created. DAVE stands for Digital to Analogue Veritas in Extremis – meaning the ultimate truth in digital playback. This is a device for the discerning listener who demands absolute precision and musicality.

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Product Details
Product: Chord DAVE
Type: DAC / Headphone Amplifier / Preamplifier
Origin: United Kingdom
Use: High-end DAC for hi-fi systems or headphone setups

Product Description
The Chord DAVE features an advanced FPGA chip and employs Chord’s proprietary WTA (Watts Transient Aligned) filter technology, resulting in digital playback with unparalleled depth, timing, and naturalness. Thanks to its unique Pulse Array DAC architecture, every musical detail is brought to life without artificial coloration.

In addition to its DAC functionality, the DAVE also serves as a high-quality headphone amplifier and preamplifier. The volume control is fully digital and lossless in resolution, making it the perfect control hub for both headphone enthusiasts and loudspeaker users.

Its solid aluminium chassis, signature colour display, and timeless industrial design make the DAVE not only a sonic masterpiece but also a visual statement in any hi-fi setup.

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