Chord Electronics has finally dragged the Mojo 2 into the modern era, and portable-audio fans will breathe a collective sigh of relief. The award-winning DAC/headphone amplifier now includes a 4.4 mm pseudo-balanced headphone output and USB-C charging, which are two key upgrades since the original launch. The Mojo 2 was a revolutionary product when it arrived, but its connectivity had been stuck in the past. This refresh fixes the biggest complaints without touching the core sound quality that made it a benchmark for portable listening.
The big change for the British-built Mojo 2 is the swap of one of its dual 3.5 mm outputs for a 4.4 mm pseudo-balanced socket. This allows for balanced cable convenience and compatibility, but is not a truly balanced connection. The internal circuity remains single-ended, which is said be in line with Rob Watts (Chord’s design consultant) philosophy along with the sheer amount of power built into Mojo 2.
Chord has kept the remaining 3.5 mm jack for convenience, and both outputs now feature independent volume memory, letting listeners dial in precise levels for different headphones without constant readjustment.
Chord also listened to years of user feedback and added switchable USB-C charging, making the Mojo 2 far easier to live with. Its existing USB-C port now handles both data and charging, finally eliminating the confusing multi-port dance of earlier models.
And perhaps the best part: these upgrades come with no price increase. The Mojo 2 holds steady at £395 ($650 USD), which makes this refresh feel far more like a customer-friendly tune-up than a cash grab—a rare move in the current market.
About the Mojo 2
The British-designed, engineered, and hand-built Mojo 2 remains one of the most technically ambitious portable DAC/amps on the planet, driven by Chord Electronics’ proprietary approach to digital audio. At its core is a massively powerful custom-coded FPGA—technology the company has been refining for more than 20 years. This bespoke architecture is what gives the Mojo 2 its reputation for reference-grade sound, whether you’re using it as a truly portable rig or anchoring a minimalist desktop system.
A major part of that performance edge comes from Chord’s world-first lossless DSP, known as UHD DSP. Unlike traditional EQ systems that degrade the signal, this one is fully transparent and allows precise tone shaping across the full frequency range without sacrificing fidelity. It gives the Mojo 2 an unusual level of adaptability, letting it handle modern masters, older recordings, and everything in between with real control.
Another significant improvement over the original Mojo is the button-driven menu system. It adds features like mute, a four-step crossfeed option, a travel-safe button lock, and direct control of the lossless tone tools and USB-C charging. Battery management has also taken a big leap forward thanks to a new FPGA-based charging system that runs cooler and more efficiently, cuts power loss by 75 percent, and delivers more than eight hours of use. The updated Intelligent Desktop Mode allows for continuous power-supply operation without damaging the battery or affecting sound quality.
Connectivity remains typically Chord: comprehensive and future-proof. Inputs include the new switchable USB-C data/charging port, Micro-USB data, optical, and coaxial (with dual-data support for M Scaler pairing). Despite the modernization, Chord kept Micro-USB for full compatibility with the Poly streamer/server module, ensuring wireless playback and microSD functionality remain on the table.
Wrapped in a precision-machined aircraft-grade aluminum chassis and built by hand in the UK, the Mojo 2 still feels every bit the premium portable DAC/amp it was designed to be—now with the updates users have been asking for.
Key Chord Mojo 2 Features
New 4.4 mm Input
Replaces one of the original 3.5 mm sockets to support a wider range of high-end and balanced-terminated headphones, while retaining a standard 3.5 mm output.
Selectable USB-C Charging
USB-C port now supports both data and charging with a switchable charging mode, simplifying power management and reducing cable clutter.
World’s First Lossless DSP (UHD DSP)
A fully transparent 104-bit digital signal processor enabling true lossless tone control across the entire frequency range without degrading sound quality.
Enhanced Menu System
Includes polychromatic control spheres for adjusting DSP settings, crossfeed (four levels), mute, button lock, and USB-C charging control.
Advanced Power Management
FPGA-driven charging system delivers faster, cooler charging with a 75% reduction in power loss and a minimum of eight hours of battery life.
Improved Intelligent Desktop Mode allows continuous operation from a power source without harming the battery.
Comprehensive Connectivity
Four digital inputs: USB-C (data/charging), Micro-USB (data), optical, and coaxial (including dual-data mode for M Scaler compatibility).
Proprietary Digital Architecture
Built around Chord’s custom-coded FPGA with its advanced WTA filter (40,960 taps) and Pulse Array DAC topology for exceptional transparency and dynamic performance.
Handmade in the UK
Precision-machined from aircraft-grade aluminum and assembled by hand in Britain, maintaining Chord’s build-quality standards.
The Bottom Line
The updated Mojo 2 is the long-overdue refinement Chord loyalists and portable-audio skeptics hoped for. The company left the core sound untouched—which is exactly the right move, because the Mojo 2’s FPGA-driven architecture, lossless UHD DSP, and class-leading transparency still outperform many desktop DAC/amps. Instead, Chord finally addressed the real pain points: no 4.4mm output and outdated charging. The addition of a 4.4 mm jack and switchable USB-C charging instantly modernizes the device without inflating the price. At $650 USD or £395, the Mojo 2 remains one of the most compelling portable DAC/amps on the market, merging premium build quality, advanced proprietary tech, and a genuinely future-ready feature set.
This refresh also better defines who the Mojo 2 is for. Portable audiophiles get reference-level performance in a pocketable form factor and desktop minimalists benefit from a single device that can anchor a clean, high-performance setup. Travelers get improved battery management and durable construction, while Poly owners keep full wireless compatibility. For anyone who admired the original Mojo but wished it kept pace with the industry’s evolution, this updated version is the one you were waiting for.
It’s not perfect, though. The Mojo 2 still offers no Bluetooth connectivity of any kind—no aptX HD, no aptX Lossless, no LDAC. For a product this advanced and this expensive, it feels like a blind spot. Yes, users who pair the Mojo 2 with the Poly get wireless streaming and a broader feature set, but not everyone wants to spend the extra money or carry another box. The absence of a dedicated control app also makes the user experience a bit more old-school than some might like, especially in a market where even budget DAC/amps come with companion software.
Price & Availability
The new Chord Mojo 2 (4.4) is priced at £395 or $650 USD.
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