Who should buy a Mojo?
It is protable, and easy to connect to your phone for a superlative headphone listening experience on the move. It is also excellent as a hi-fi DAC.
What is it?
The Chord Mojo Series 1 is a legendary, compact portable DAC/headphone amp released around 2015, renowned for its high-end FPGA-based sound quality, powerful amplification, and excellent value, handling high-res audio (up to 768kHz PCM, DSD256) through USB, Optical, & Coax, offering 8-10 hrs battery, dual headphone jacks, and a distinct orb design, becoming a benchmark for portable audio despite being succeeded by the Mojo 2 and often found on the used market.
Key Features & Performance:
- Sound Quality: Praised for its detailed, musical, analog-like sound with great dynamics, open soundstage, and excellent detail retrieval, often compared favorably to much pricier gear.
- Technology: Uses Chord's proprietary FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) for advanced digital-to-analog conversion, not standard chips.
- Connectivity: Micro-USB (data/power), Optical (Toslink), Coaxial (3.5mm jack) inputs; two 3.5mm headphone outputs (one higher power).
- Build & Design: CNC-milled aluminum body, distinctive colored LED spheres for power/volume/sample rate, rugged "tank-proof" build.
- Power & Battery: Internal battery provides 8-10 hours of playback; supports quick charging.
- Compatibility: Works with PC, Mac, Android, iOS devices (requires specific cables)
Reviews
read the review in The Master Switch
